The following businesses recognize how important it is for small businesses to use the Internet.  They support the goal of encouraging Northeast Kingdom businesses to make greater use of the Internet and have generously sponsored the Internet Biz – 2010 contest.

What Major Sponsors say about the importance of business use of the Internet

Charter Business – “Charter Business is very excited to be a part of and support the NEK Internet Biz 2010: Contest for the Future this year. It is important to help contribute to the success of small businesses within Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom and to also show all the tools and information that can help grow their business by effectively using the Internet.”
Community National Bank – “The Internet has become a valued resource for many consumers who conduct research and transact business online everyday. A strong Internet presence allows businesses an efficient way to promote and sell products and services locally as well as beyond geographic boundaries, taking advantage of entering a global marketplace.”
Fairpoint Communications – “High-speed Internet service is an essential tool for today’s small business owner. Broadband helps small businesses communicate more efficiently, enables e-commerce and the ability to market products locally and globally, and provides anytime access to the most recent information. In short, if a business isn’t connected, it is disadvantaged competitively.”

Other Northeast Kingdom sponsors of the Internet Biz – 2010 contest.

Burke Mountain Operating Company — www.skiburke.com
Northern Community Investment Corporation — www.ncic.org
A.M. Peisch & Company, LLP –  www.ampeisch.com