Approximately eighty percent of Georgia's capital investment and new job growth comes from existing businesses.

Local leadership and economic development professionals in Oconee County realize the importance of our existing businesses and are driven to provide assistance that nurtures success. Oconee Chamber staff members and both local and state partners look forward to visiting and building relationships with Oconee County business, both large and small. These visits are important as companies can learn more about possible resources locally, regionally and at the state level.

 

Resources often include:

• A single point of contact in Oconee County and municipalities 

• Potential incentive opportunities both local and state

• Site selection assistance for footprint expansion or relocation

• Financing option assistance

• Workforce recruiting and/or training assistance

• Up to date demographic and market research

• Assistance in navigating city ordinances, zoning and the permitting process

• Direct contact to local elected officials

• Development of collaborative relationships 

 

Oconee Chamber staff benefits tremendously from company visits by learning about major successes and challenges facing each Oconee County business.  

To schedule your visit or to learn more about resources that are available to you, please contact Courtney Bernardi at cbernardi@oconeechamber.org.