Ithaca
Arthaus

A transformative project in Ithaca’s burgeoning West End, Arthaus offers 124 units of affordable housing, an on-site art gallery, and so much more! Stay tuned for an opening soon!
There’s no better place to build a business than
right here, right now.
1. Academic Resources
Top talent and groundbreaking research right in our backyard
2. Economic Stability
Our area outperforms state and federal averages
3. Location
Only a stone’s throw to major metros
Connect Here
Business Resources
IAED is the cog, coordinating business assistance across our service area.

Live at the nexus of work and play
It’s just as gorges
as they say it is.
A growing economy and active community collide here with tremendous force, just like the geology that shaped the area and provides a stunning backdrop. What’s not to love? Come see for yourself.
Do Business Here to Everywhere
Centrally-located in the heart of the Northeast.
Whether by plane, train, or automobile, we’re just a short hop to most major metros. We’re nestled in nature but nearer than you think to the hustle and bustle of the big city. Pick one, you can get there from here.
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Let us help
We empower economic and community vitality.
Our simple yet refined tools for success: Leadership. Experience. Dedication.
Let us work for you.
Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency
The Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) delivers tax incentives to support job growth, business development, and community revitalization.
Tompkins County Development Corporation
The Tompkins County Development Corporation (TCDC) is a conduit to the tax-exempt bond market and low-cost financing.
IAED Loan Fund Program
The IAED loan fund helps entrepreneurs start new enterprises and expand existing businesses.
Initiatives
IAED coordinates critical initiatives, including the Economic Development Strategy 2.0, the 2020 Water and Sewer Update, broadband access, and the Tourism Capital Grants program.
Economic Development Leadership
IAED collaborates with local and regional partners to promote economic prosperity, whether it’s an economic recovery strategy, advanced manufacturing training program, assistive technologies accelerator, or so much more.


Economic News
October Economic Newsletter
Check out the latest of what’s happening at Ithaca Area Economic Development in our October 2021 Newsletter. Stay up to date on all of our...
September Economic Newsletter
Check out the latest of what’s happening at Ithaca Area Economic Development in our September 2021 Newsletter. Stay up to date on all of...
WEBINAR: Learn About The COVID-19 Small Business Recovery Grant Program
Empire State Development is hosting a webinar on Thursday, September 9th at 2:00pm to provide information to small businesses in the...
Ithaca Arthaus Opening Soon!
A transformative project in Ithaca’s West End, Arthaus offers 124 units of affordable housing, an on-site art gallery, and more ITHACA,...
Tompkins County Health Department Mask Advisory for Local Businesses and Organizations (8/2)
Tompkins County Health Department Health Advisory Guidance for Local Businesses Thank you for your tireless efforts to ensure the health...
IAED Invests in Dimensional Energy
IAED’s loan fund supported local startup, Dimensional Energy, in furthering the development of their carbon dioxide reduction innovation...
Our Supporters
Thank you to our
Platinum Investors
Our investors believe in IAED. Their support enables us to provide the consistent, customized economic development leadership that helps our businesses, community, and economy prosper. We’re successful because of them.
Ready for what’s next?
Contact IAED
What does your business need? We’ll help answer your questions, connect you to resources, and support your business as it starts, grows, and evolves.