Second stage capital is many times associated with the expansion of distribution channels and is obtained outside of the area, most often resulting the some or all of the business leaving the area. There is a language barrier between businesses and bankers. Public perception of manufacturing needs to be improved. Getting workers to work is difficult do the lack of public transportation and the dispersion of residents throughout the County. Different permitting requirements in different jurisdictions are frustrating- starting over every time a business moves.
Transportation is expensive and sometimes difficult to arrange.
Affordable, well-designed manufacturing space of various sized in appropriate areas so that operations do not conflict with adjacent property uses. Training in accessing outside markets including utilization of the Internet, trade shows and other focused marketing techniques. Training program to teach specific skills for local manufactures including food handling, sewing machine operation, woodworking, etc. System for maximization of truck transportation, linkages to backhauls and pooled loads. For more information regarding this Industry Cluster click here.