Client Profile: Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation

Created in 1971, the Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation (FCIDC) is a private, non-profit development corporation sponsored by the State of Vermont and Franklin County businesses and municipalities. The mission of FCIDC is to create an environment which is suitable for job creation and capital investment.  Together, these factors make Franklin County, Vermont a winning prospect for Canadian expansion in the United States.  Canadian companies focused solely in Canada dramatically limit the size of their market.  Canadian business leaders are casting their eyes around the globe searching for growth opportunities. Franklin County, Vermont has steadily established itself as a major hub for Canadian companies eager to capitalize on the U.S market as part of their overall corporate strategy.

EASY ACCESS FROM QUEBEC & TO KEY MARKETS

Franklin County’s proximity to Canada provides easy access to north-of-the-border management. By 2017, the Highway 35 /Interstate 89 link will create a fast and efficient trade corridor between Québec and New England maximizing Franklin County’s strategic position near the border.

PERMITTED LAND

Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation recently completed the $1.5M construction of infrastructure (Phase I) within their 93 acre St. Albans Town Industrial Park expansion. 

DIVERSIFIED & INNOVATIVE ECONOMY

Our diversified manufacturing base is one of Franklin County's strengths. Many of the companies here in Franklin County are subsidiaries of or owned by Canadian-based companies.  

PERSONALIZED ACCESS TO DECISION MAKERS

Our legal, regulatory and administrative attitude is geared toward creating a business environment that is right for you. That means easy access to the legislators and officials in charge.