AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoConsumer Products: Vermont Nut Free Chocolates is reformulating Peppermint Bark with plant-based colors and plans to eliminate artificial dyes across its product line by year-end, alongside new packaging and holiday products. Clean Energy: SunCommon has named former Catamount Solar general manager Jarred Cobb its chief operating officer, with a focus on improving installations and growing the company’s workforce. Vermont and Nova Scotia have also agreed to explore offshore wind opportunities. Rural Development: The Northeast Kingdom Development Association has acquired Newport’s long-vacant Development Block, backed in part by a $1 million state grant, to support downtown revitalization. Business Climate: A Vermont business survey cited by business leaders found half of respondents raised prices over the past year, one-third delayed hiring or left jobs unfilled, and about one-quarter postponed or canceled investments. Entrepreneurship: UVM’s Leahy Institute recently connected local entrepreneurs with capital experts from the Vermont Economic Development Authority, Vermont Community Foundation and other organizations.
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