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Causes: Economic Development, Urban & Community Economic Development
Mission: To help hartford compete aggressively and successfully for jobs, talent, and capital
Programs: Program title: business climate and infrastructurestrengthened the business climate and infrastructure of the region. Promoted pro-business policies; developed, prioritized and advocated for major capital projects; advocated strengthened regional transportation infrastructure; promoted dialogue on role of business; identified opportunities; and encouraged greater collaboration among municipalities.
program title: city as an urban coreensured that the capital city is the dynamic urban core of the region. Enhanced the city's livability; promoted iquilt; developed housing alternatives; encouraged business formation, growth and reduction in commercial vacancies; advocated for education reform; and stengthened public services with private funding.
program title: talent retentionbuilt, retained, recruited and engaged a diverse and talented pool of employees and entrepreneurs. Developed a robust talent pipeline: increased the number of college graduates in the region; and, continued to grow and increase the value of hype membership.
promoted the stability and growth of targeted industry sectors and a business climate that is friendly to entrepreneurs. Retained, expanded and attracted new businesses to the region.