Economic Development

The Traverse Bay Economic Development Corporation (Traverse Bay EDC) serves as the economic division of the Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce and exists to promote and bolster the regional economy of Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties. The Traverse Bay EDC is a voice of encouragement for the expansion of existing industry, attracting new businesses to the region, and assisting communities with job-producing and tax-broadening projects.

Why do business in the Traverse Bay Region?

Here in the Traverse Bay Region, we are proud to offer vast opportunity for business growth. Few other areas in the state offer more in terms of quality of life and economic opportunity than the Traverse Bay Region.

If you locate or expand your business in the Traverse Bay Region, you are within easy reach of customers and suppliers from a diverse mix of industries, including advanced manufacturing, life sciences, agriculture, tourism, alternative energy, and research and development.

Want to find our more about the Traverse Bay Region? Expanding or relocating your business in the Traverse Bay Region? Follow the links on the left and learn how easy it can be to live and grow in the Traverse Bay Region.