Advanced Manufacturing

Combining history and innovation. Read more

Agri-Business

Our fastest “growing” industry. Learn more

Aviation

Hudson Valley Regional Airport is taking off. Read more

Data Centers

Wall Street firms ‘factor in’ Dutchess County. Read more

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Home to the #2 syrup producer in the world. Read more

Logistics

Home to Gap’s largest U.S. facility. Read more

WHY DUTCHESS

New York's Dutchess County is within a 6-hour drive of 68 million U.S. and Canadian customers, 21% of American manufacturers and a $227B retail sales market via major transit hubs I-84 and I-87. With award-winning higher education, a skilled workforce, competitive real estate, attractive incentive packages and utility rates, it's no wonder why major companies such as Gap, GlobalFoundries and IBM collectively employ more than 10,000 people here.

NEWS & EVENTS

Dutchess County Food & Beverage Scene Drives Development

The Poughkeepsie Journal’s recent State of Dining Report: 2020 lauded the explosive growth of the food and beverage scene in Dutchess County. Thanks to a steady flow of talent, increased investment, and forward-thinking communities seeking to offer residents an exceptional quality of life, new businesses are flocking to Dutchess while local favorites are taking the […]

These Dutchess County Destinations Drive Economic Development

Dutchess County- Visit. Play. Start. Stay. According to a recent Forbes article, the Hudson Valley is one of the top places to visit in 2020. While Dutchess County residents have long been aware of the many historic, cultural and culinary treasures to savor in the area, it’s important to note the role tourism plays in […]

Premiere Cares Urology Center Adds State-Of-The-Art Healthcare to A Growing Community

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kristin Delia Impact PR & Communications Kristin@prwithimpact.com (845) 462-4979 EASTDALE VILLAGE CELEBRATES OPENING OF PREMIER UROLOGY WITH CELEBRATORY RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY LAST FRIDAY The 27,000 sq-ft. Medical Practice Marks the First Business to Open at Eastdale Village POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK (January 14, 2020) – Local community members and elected officials joined Premier Urology to […]

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STRATEGIC LOCATION

PROXIMITY + INFRASTRUCTURE

Dutchess County is just a 6hr drive from 68 million U.S. and Canadian customers, 21% of American manufacturers and a $227B retail market. Serviced by two commuter rail lines and Interstates 84 and 87, businesses here enjoy a wealth of connections to the New York Metro area and the BosWash Corridor.

Additionally, our sites feature up to 100MW of electric capacity and 1GB/sec of data connectivity – enough to support a Tier 1 data center, and 3 million gallons of water flow per day – enough to accommodate our thriving food and beverage industry.

If you’re seeking the ideal location for your business, it’s clear there’s no better choice. Think access. Think innovation. #ThinkDutchess

ATTRACTIVE BUSINESS CLIMATE

WORKFORCE + INCENTIVES

Dutchess County is located at the center of a vibrant business community in the Hudson Valley – which is home to more than 1.2 million highly-skilled workers and hundreds of Fortune 500 companies, with much attributed to our award-winning colleges and universities, such as Vassar College and the Culinary Institute of America.

We can connect you with a portfolio of incentives to ease the burden of your expansion or relocation, ranging from Start-Up NY for eligible manufacturers; property, sales, and mortgage tax exemptions; on-the-job training grants; industrial redevelopment grants and energy efficiency programs; and more.

Thanks to a talented workforce, world-class universities and attractive incentive programs, Dutchess County has a winning combination. When you think business, #ThinkDutchess

LEARN ABOUT OUR KEY INDUSTRIES AND EMPLOYERS

ONE UNIFIED VISION

A premier business-led organization, Think Dutchess Alliance for Business brings together 11 agency partners creating a one-stop shop for your site selection, financing, incentives, permitting and advocacy, strategic planning and counseling, marketing and networking needs.