Growing Businesses and Genesee County

For nearly two decades, Genesee County, New York has been recognized as one of the best micropolitan communities for businesses to succeed.

Our work in developing shovel-ready sites, innovative workforce development programs, and supporting over $2 billion of investment across active projects is a personal mission for our team of economic developers.

Discover what makes Genesee County the Heart of Western New York

Why Do Businesses Choose Genesee County?

  • Hub of a growing regional corridor that's home to over 2 million people, major universities, vibrant cities, natural beauty, and business-friendly communities.
  • Based in a strategic location with well-built transportation network putting our businesses within a 10-hour drive of 125 million customers in the North American market.
  • An unmatched potential of people, power, and incentives available to grow our community and your business.

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How Does the GCEDC Assist Businesses?

The GCEDC is pleased to be a partner in connecting businesses to workforce talent, site selectors to shovel-ready parcels and decision-makers to the economic resources.

If you need help finding a site, finding your workforce, or finding a connection to accelerate your plans, we’re here for you, and we’re here for Genesee County.

Learn about GCEDC resources for businesses