Erie County Economic Development Department

Business Attraction

  • Maintain scrutiny of the international competitive economy, related international trade opportunities, and economic value to Erie County, including "sister-city" and "friendship" relationships when advantageous.
  • Market the region to specific water intensive industries in cooperation with the Erie Water Works and the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership.
  • Market the region for "Foreign Direct Investment" to target countries including China, Australia, New Zealand, Israel (mid-east), Germany, France, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.
  • Market quality of life aspects of Erie County as an adjunct to business attraction opportunities, and retention of young professionals
  • Identify regional and cross border relationships to leverage economic development and job growth on a regional and multi-state basis.