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The CDC is a member-based non-profit that serves the 15 towns of the Quaboag Valley.
Membership is open to anyone over age 18 who lives and/or works in the
region. The CDC, and its partner organization, the Quaboag Valley Business
Assistance Corporation (QVBAC) offers many programs and services with a focus on Economic Development.
The Quaboag Valley CDC is an Equal Opportunity
provider.
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Technical Assistance for small businesses and microenterprise
businesses in the region. One on one technical assistance
is provided to all potential borrowers.
Betsy Gold of Healthy Alternatives
in Belchertown
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Training Programs offered to businesses and the general public include
Computer Training for job seekers, businesses, and persons wishing to learn
or enhance computer skills.
Computer class in progress.
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The CDC engages in regional development projects in the form of
Commercial
Development and Tourism promotion.
Quaboag Hills Regional logo
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Through the QVBAC, over $2 million of
Small Business Loans have been
issued since 1995. Borrowers include small manufacturers, retailers, service-based businesses and
start-ups.
Peter & Suzanne Harper, owners,
HeatPro Heating
Ventilating & Air Conditioning
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Business Planning
programs provide the opportunity for both start-up
businesses and experienced entrepreneurs to develop a business plan for financing purposes, new growth, or
business feasability.
Business Planning Program in progress.
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Serving the towns of:
Belchertown
- Brimfield
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Brookfield
East
Brookfield
- Hardwick
Holland -
Monson
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New Braintree
North Brookfield -
Palmer -
Spencer
Wales -
Ware -
Warren -
West
Brookfield |
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