MENU Contact Us About Us Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Grand Forks Region Economic DevelopmentInside the EDCAbout Us TRANSFORMING THE GRAND FORKS REGION. BUILDING OUR FUTURE. The Grand Forks Region EDC provides companies expanding in the Grand Forks region the expertise needed to support growth plans. EDC business developers will: Coordinate site selection, financing, and site planning and permitting Connect you with the education and technology resources that will help you grow Introduce you to local, state and federal leaders who may offer guidance or assistance with your expansion or relocation into the region Incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1988, the Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation promotes economic development in the Northeast North Dakota region, working to establish new wealth and job growth for the City and County of Grand Forks and outlying regional communities. The EDC’s successful efforts help expand the economy, create new employment opportunities and improve the quality of life in the region. The EDC, a 501 (c)(6) non-profit corporation, is funded by the City of Grand Forks, Grand Forks County, and regional private sector companies. The majority of funding is allocated to business development, followed by marketing, partner support, and administration. CORE PRIORITIES Provide economic development leadership for the benefit of Grand Forks County and communities. Foster regional partnerships. Recruit and retain talented people to the region. Leverage the University of North Dakota as an asset to the region in core areas of business, energy, aerospace, technology, and life sciences. Support strategic economic development infrastructure investments. Remain accountable, as demonstrated by metrics and data. ACTION PLATFORMS Business Development: The EDC will retain, recruit and expand businesses in traded industry sectors aligned with regional strengths in areas of autonomous systems, manufacturing, agri-business and high-tech services. Workforce: The EDC will focus efforts to ensure the region has the talent required to support industry and economic growth as well as the infrastructure and amenities to attract the workforce of the future. Communications, Outreach and Engagement: As a trusted organization with a proven record of success convening groups and organizations to bring about a positive outcome for high priority issues the EDC will exceed stakeholder expectations and use multiple medias to market the region for business development, demonstrate the EDC’s impact, maintain trust, and advocate for investments and partnerships in economic development matters. Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer: The Grand Forks region benefits from a robust entrepreneurial pipeline, which the EDC will support holistically, including support for entrepreneurial business startups that advance traded sectors and create new opportunity in the region. Management and Membership: The EDC values its members and volunteers and will manage resources effectively to maximize its ability to impact the organization’s mission for the benefit of the greater Grand Forks region and its stakeholders. MISSION The Grand Forks Region EDC expands economic opportunity for the Grand Forks region through industry growth and diversification. VISION The Grand Forks Region EDC will work collaboratively to foster an environment that attracts innovative people and business investment to Grand Forks County and the surrounding region, enhancing economic vitality for long-term prosperity and growth. VALUES COLLABORATION We work together with partners to best serve our stakeholders. INTEGRITY We do the right thing. TRUST We earn the confidence of our stakeholders, always delivering. PERFORMANCE We exceed expectations to achieve impactful outcomes. Contact Us 120 N. 4th Street Grand Forks, ND 58203 701-746-2720 GrowInGF@grandforks.org Copyright © 2021 Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation Website by AE2S COMMUNICATIONS