Grow Your Business in Worthington & Nobles County
Whether you're starting a business, expanding an existing company, investing in commercial property, or exploring a new location, WREDC is your first call for confidential economic development assistance.
✔ Site Selection
✔ Business Financing
✔ Workforce Solutions
✔ Development Assistance
✔ Business Expansion
How Can WREDC Help?
Every business has different goals, challenges, and opportunities. Whether you're launching a startup, expanding an existing business, investing in commercial property, or planning your next development project, WREDC is here to help.
We work with businesses of all sizes by connecting them with the resources, expertise, and partnerships needed to move projects forward. Explore the areas below to learn how we can support your business and connect you with the right tools, programs, and partners.
Business Retention & Expansion
Supporting existing businesses as they grow, invest, hire employees, and strengthen operations.
Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Connecting startups and entrepreneurs with planning tools, technical assistance, financing resources, and business support.
Workforce Development
Strengthening workforce pipelines and connecting employers with talent and workforce resources.
Sites & Buildings
Helping businesses and developers identify available properties, infrastructure information, and location opportunities.
Financing & Funding Resources
Connecting businesses with loan programs, funding opportunities, and business resource partners.
Regional Collaboration
Working alongside communities, educators, workforce partners, utilities, and stakeholders to strengthen regional economic growth.
Worthington, MN & Nobles County
Why Businesses Choose Worthington & Nobles County
Businesses choosing Worthington and Nobles County benefit from regional transportation access, a diverse workforce, strong manufacturing and agribusiness sectors, workforce training partnerships, healthcare assets, educational opportunities, and a collaborative business environment focused on growth and long term success.
Regional Workforce Access
Business Support Ecosystem
Transportation Connections
Workforce Partnerships
Diverse Industry Base
Regional Collaboration
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What happens when you work with WREDC
Every business faces unique opportunities and challenges. Whether you're starting a business, expanding your operations, planning a new development, relocating to the area, or simply exploring what's possible, WREDC is here to help.
Our role is to simplify the process by connecting you with the right resources, partners, and information. From your first conversation through project completion, we're committed to helping businesses make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
No two projects are exactly alike, but our goal is always the same, to help businesses succeed while strengthening the economy of Worthington and Nobles County.
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Start with a Conversation
Every project begins with understanding your goals. We'll listen, answer questions, discuss opportunities, and help identify the resources that best fit your business or development project.
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Build the Right Team
Successful projects often involve multiple partners. We'll connect you with local governments, utilities, lenders, workforce organizations, educational institutions, state agencies, and other regional partners to help move your project forward.
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Navigate the Process
Whether you're looking for financing, evaluating available properties, planning an expansion, or addressing workforce challenges, WREDC will help guide you through the process and connect you with the right people every step of the way.
Supporting Existing Businesses .
Business Resources & Support
The businesses that call Worthington and Nobles County home are the backbone of our regional economy. Supporting their continued success isn't just part of what we do, it's one of WREDC's highest priorities.
Through our Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) efforts, we work directly with local employers to understand their goals, identify challenges, and connect them with the resources needed to remain competitive and continue growing. Whether you're planning an expansion, investing in new equipment, facing workforce challenges, exploring financing options, or preparing for the next generation of ownership, WREDC is here to help.
Our goal is to build long-term relationships with the businesses that drive our local economy. By staying connected, we can identify opportunities, respond to emerging needs, and work together to strengthen businesses, create jobs, and support continued investment throughout Worthington and Nobles County.
Ready to start a conversation? We'd love to learn more about your business and discuss how WREDC can support your future goals.
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Planning an Expansion:
Whether you're adding space, equipment, or employees, we'll help connect you with financing, site selection, and project resources.
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Solving Business Challenges:
From workforce needs to succession planning, we're here to help identify solutions and connect you with the right partners.
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Building for the Future:
Regular conversations with local businesses help us better understand the needs of our business community and advocate for long-term economic growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer a variety of resources, including funding assistance, workforce programs, property opportunities, and technical development support.
Our services are tailored for entrepreneurs, local businesses, developers, and investors aiming to grow in Nobles County and the Worthington Area.
Simply reach out via our website or contact our team to discuss how we can support your goals.
We’re here to guide you toward success.
Contact Us
Yes. Existing business retention and expansion remains a core focus of WREDC efforts. We work with businesses of all sizes to identify resources, strengthen connections, and support future growth opportunities.
No. WREDC economic development services are available to businesses and entrepreneurs throughout Nobles County.
Yes. WREDC helps businesses identify financing tools, funding opportunities, and resource partners that may support business growth and development.
Absolutely. Entrepreneurs and startups can connect with WREDC for technical assistance resources, business planning support, financing navigation, and partner connections.
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Together, We Shape the Future
Join a network of like-minded professionals and organizations that are driving transformation in the Worthington Area and Nobles County. FORWARD Worthington isn’t just about business–it’s about community, innovation, and a brighter tomorrow.