Business Retention and Expansion Program
The Business Outreach Program is a free service designed to help us identify the needs of local employers and connect
you with resources and solutions to remove barriers to growth. In many cases, insights gained in visits with Stonecrest
companies have resulted in the creation of completely new programs and services that are helping companies succeed and
thrive in Stonecrest which address common business needs. Central to the program is an in-person visit where WE come to
YOU at your business and ask for one hour of your time or less.
What to expect from a BRE Visit?
Our visit will include a member of the City of Stonecrest economic development team, and depending on anticipated needs
identified for your company prior to the visit, we may involve other local and state public, private and non-profit
partners. These may include but not be limited to Decide Dekalb or Discover Dekalb development professionals from local
universities. We will be interested in meeting members of your leadership team as well as any others you would like to
invite, such as your facilities or human resources managers.
What happens after the visit?
First, the confidentiality of information or comments you share with us is our top priority, so rest assured we have
that covered. After we better understand your company and its unique needs, we will focus on immediate follow-up on any
urgent matters. We have a number of example success stories to share from helping companies fill key positions to
providing proprietary economic and demographic data helping a company avoid relocation. Finally, we want to remain your
ongoing ombudsman team at the City, and your first call for all types of questions or assistance throughout the year.
Items we can help you with:
There are a wide range of issues our team is accustomed to addressing and assisting with, such as:
- Financial resources
- Connections to state incentive programs
- Engaging with future talent
- Municipal planning or infrastructure
- Government regulations
- Talent attraction & training
- Public Relations/Promotion in the region