Business Retention & Expansion

Written By Sarah Bowker

The Business Retention & Expansion Program provides a better understanding of the local business climate through in-depth surveys of business owners.

The Business Retention & Expansion Program (BR&E) is a community-based program that engages communities to examine the local business situation, interpret the information collected, and purposefully plan to strengthen the ability of the community to understand local business needs and to positively respond. BR&E participants organize a planning committee, identify local business participants, conduct interviews, and respond to opportunities that result from the interviews.

Ohio State University Extension has several tools available for communities interested in pursuing BR&E programming. 

  • Timeframe to complete project: 3-6 months; Less than a year

  • Cost range: Cost varies

  • Keywords: Community & Cultural Assessments, Planning, Intermediate, Business Support, Business Retention, Resources, Technical Assistance Provider

  • This project was created by Ohio State University Extension. Click on the button below to access the resource.

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