Guilford, CT is a growing, economically mixed, historic shoreline community with excellent transportation links and an active business support network. It is central to the Connecticut health-science corridor defined by New Haven, Wallingford and Groton/New London, and is an attractive location for distinctive retail, commercial and service businesses.
A Growing Community . . .
· Population growth up 13% since 1990
· Median family income $95,326, more than twice the US average, more than 1.4 times the Connecticut average
· Popular bedroom community for United States and international residents on assignment at shoreline corporations
Transportation . . .
· A two-hour drive on I-95 to both Boston and New York
· A one-hour drive to Bradley International Airport (Hartford/Springfield, MA), 75 minutes to T.F. Green International Airport (Providence, RI)
· Commuter rail links to New Haven/New London, with high speed train connections (AMTRAK Acella) beyond to New York, Boston, and Washington, D.C.
An Active Business Support Network . . .
· Active Chamber of Commerce
· Town Economic Development commission with salaried staff specialist, plus State EDC, Office of Tourism and business development offices
· Numerous banking and financial institutions
· Vibrant, attractive business core along Boston Post Road (Route 1)
· Seasonal tourism from rental units, seasonal tour packages and day-visitors boosts local business demand
The Connecticut Health Corridor . . .
· Three major pharmaceutical companies within commuting distance
· Yale-New Haven Shoreline Medical Center
· Spin-off biotech/health services research companies from start-up to established
· Educational programs in medical technology and health-related services at area colleges
Perfect for Retail, Commercial or Services Businesses . . .
· Home of one of the nation’s top paper manufacturing businesses
· Home of technology service business with national client bases
· Seeking businesses that preserve the Town’s distinctive character while adding to the economic base
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