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New Manufacturing Facility Brings 250 Jobs to the Region
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Welcome to DDS
About the Organization
- $1.2B
In capital investment announced over the last five years
- 5,000+
Jobs created and retained across the region
- 200+
Businesses assisted through our programs
- 50+
Years serving the community and its employers
Location & Logistics
Positioned at the crossroads of major interstate, rail, and air connections, our region puts your business within a day’s drive of millions of customers. Shovel-ready sites, reliable utilities, and a streamlined permitting process make it easy to build here.
How We Help Businesses Grow
Business Development
From site selection and incentives to permitting and expansion support, we connect entrepreneurs and employers with the resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities they need to launch and scale.
Workforce Attraction
We help businesses find and retain top talent through partnerships with local colleges, customized training programs, and recruitment initiatives that showcase everything our community has to offer.
Community Partnerships
Strong communities attract strong companies. We work alongside local government, schools, and civic organizations to invest in quality of life, housing, and infrastructure that benefit residents and employers alike.
