Economic Development: “We were offered significant incentives from other states. The Vermont Training Program and Vermont Employment Growth Incentive Program were factors in our decision to expand in Vermont.” – Mike Lane, Dealer.com

Tax and Fiscal Policy: “We believe we have reached a tipping point in terms of the tax burden shared by Vermont individuals and businesses. We need tax policies, investment strategies, and regulatory policies that reflect an encouragement of business investment in Vermont.” – Win Smith, Sugarbush Resort

Energy: “Vermont is a leader in both energy efficiency and low-carbon electric energy sources. We need to look at creative, financially-viable ways to help businesses and individuals reduce their reliance on fossil fuels in areas like transportation and heating.”: - Don Baker, Key Bank

Health Care Reform: “As business owners we understand the need for health care reform firsthand. Any health care reform proposal needs to demonstrate how it will reduce costs and be paid for in a manner that will allow us to compete and grow our business.” – Sara Byers, Leonardo’s Pizza

Employment and Workforce Development: “The people I meet doing business here in Vermont are here because they want to be and they want to create opportunities for their employees. State regulations shouldn’t make it difficult for our employers to expand their businesses and reduce their flexibility.”– Jeff Nolan, Dinse, Knapp, & McAndrew

Environmental: “Our members support the environmental protection standards that are in place today. However, we believe that the time has come for systematic improvements that can make Vermont’s permitting process more efficient, predictable, and collaborative.” – Yves Bradley, Pomerleau Real Estate.