Economic Development Agencies

Association Investir en Zone Franc (IZF) is an association that manages a web-based platform dedicated to providing reliable economic information about countries that share the CFA franc. Established in 1998 by finance ministers from French-speaking African nations, IZF aims to promote visibility for the actions of CEMAC and UEMOA institutions, encourage investments, and strengthen the commercial capacities of local companies. The platform offers valuable resources on business opportunities, economic data, and investment promotion across 14 CFA franc zone countries. IZF supports youth entrepreneurship by providing diverse information and resources. The association has a focal point in each member country to collect and share data on various topics, ensuring that users have access to up-to-date information. Its corporate office is located in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, and it employs between 51 and 200 staff members.

Enhancing Leiden's city center for all.

Empowering entrepreneurs for rural economic growth.

Coventry and Warwickshire Growth Hub (CW Growth Hub) is a government-supported organization established in 2014, dedicated to providing free and impartial business support services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Coventry and Warwickshire. Headquartered at the Coventry University Enterprise Centre, the Growth Hub operates as a central resource for local businesses, backed by funding from both central and local governments. The Growth Hub offers a range of fully funded services tailored to various stages of business growth. These include one-on-one advice and mentoring, guidance on grants and funding, support for international trade, and sustainability programs like the Coventry & Warwickshire Green Business Programme. Additionally, it provides training and skills development, sales and marketing strategies, and assistance with growth planning and recruitment. Experienced account managers facilitate connections between businesses and relevant partners, ensuring a customer-focused approach to support.

Catalyzing economic growth in Goa.

Supporting economic development in Northern New Caledonia.

Advancing innovation and entrepreneurship in Alabama.

Supporting employment and youth integration in Haute-Saintonge.

Supporting small businesses and economic growth in Orillia.

The Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization based in Owosso, Michigan. It focuses on advancing economic development and enhancing community prosperity in the Shiawassee County region. The Chamber serves as a central hub for business networking, entrepreneurial support, and community improvement initiatives. The Chamber offers a variety of services, including a comprehensive business directory to connect consumers with local businesses, membership programs that provide access to resources for business success, and networking opportunities for leaders and entrepreneurs. It is dedicated to fostering economic growth and improving the quality of life in the community through various initiatives, such as partnerships for recycling programs and other community projects.

Driving local development and innovation in Sør-Varanger.

Enhancing economic growth in Nordschwarzwald.

Driving economic growth in Charleston County.

Simplifying Business, Empowering Opportunity

Promoting economic development in Lanaudière, Quebec.