Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Program

What is a Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Program?

Is an effort by the City of Wyoming to gain input and feedback from businesses in the community by hearing what is working for businesses as well as what challenges are being faced by businesses.  A survey and in-person interview allows businesses to speak confidentially about their business and the business climate in Wyoming.  It is followed by strategic planning and implementation by the City of Wyoming in educational, technical assistance and local policy resources that address businesses feedback.

 

Why do a BR&E?
Existing businesses in Wyoming are the engines of economic growth.  Studies have estimated that the percentage of new net jobs is anywhere from 40% to 80% from existing businesses.   Our existing businesses have committed a significant investment into the community and we want to make sure they can succeed, grow and stay in Wyoming.  The most effective economic development strategy is a balance of creation, attraction, retention and expansion to maximize the effects of economic development activities.  A successful BR&E focuses directly on the policies of retention and expansion.

 

Who are we looking to interview?
Any business that would like to be a part of the program.  The Business Retention and Expansion Program will also focus on top employers, small businesses, commercial businesses, businesses in the industrial park, healthcare industry, service industry and more.

 

Would your business like to be involved?
If your business would like to be involved in the BR&E and be interviewed as part of the program please contact Robb Linwood at 651-462-0575 or rlinwood@wyomingmn.org