The BEDC, knows and promotes that "Burlington has the creativity, talent and innovation to help business grow!" It helps growing industry sectors to further expand by providing information on existing business bases, such as in Financial Services, Software Development, Advanced Manufacturing Technology and the Fabricated Metals industry. It also hosts dynamic business networking events and recently is involved in encouraging a university campus in Burlington. BEDC's mission is "to promote a healthy environment and prosperous community by facilitating opportunities for economic growth.