Economic Development

Economic Development can be defined as initiatives seeking to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community by creating and retaining jobs, and supporting growth of incomes and tax bases.   DTI's work can be categorized into four key economic development initiatives: retaining existing businesses and workforce, supporting business growth and expansion efforts, attracting new and relocating businesses, and fostering business creation and innovation. We accomplish this through the utilization of economic development tools such as low-interest rate loan and grant programs, tax incentives, and more.

Grant Writing

Public dollars are out there.  Literally thousands of grant programs exist at all levels of government and the private sector.  But finding and properly applying for them are where the rubber meets the road.   We understand the grant process and the  nuances necessary to ensure your successful award.  Whether it’s researching arcane demographic demands, historical data, or simply writing a clean, concise proposal, our experienced professionals can get it done.  We have secured millions in grants and other discretionary funding for our clients, and no project is too large or small. 

 

Business Development

Growing your business is never an easy task, regardless of whether the economy is lagging or humming along. We  understand the challenges your business must contend with and we can craft strategies to overcome them.

From mass communications to branding, or capitalization to asset management, our professional staff has the ability to meet your needs, whatever they may be. Whether it is writing business and marketing plans, blast-mailing a million potential customers, or simply introducing you to a contact who can fund your start-up, we have the know how, experience and vision to bring customers to you.