Op Ed: Vermont’s Future is a Choice Between Scarcity and Abundance

This commentary is by Kevin Chu, Executive Director of the Vermont Futures Project Personal growth is universally celebrated. We encourage people to pursue education, seek professional development, and advance in their endeavors. We applaud entrepreneurs who take risks, innovate, and build successful enterprises. We praise people who overcome adversity and become more resilient in the … Read more

Establishing a Vision for the Future: The Vermont Futures Project Launches its Economic Action Plan

Montpelier, VT (January 29, 2025) –Yesterday, the Vermont Futures Project announced the launch of its much-anticipated Economic Action Plan, a comprehensive, data-informed roadmap designed to address Vermont’s workforce and housing challenges and secure a prosperous future for the state. It was shaped by public engagement with over 5,000 Vermonters across all 14 counties. The plan … Read more

Addressing Public Policy with Innovation and Entrepreneurship Recommendations

Since the release of our public policy recommendations for innovation and entrepreneurship , we have been working with the Vermont Chamber lobbying team to move forward with potential legislative initiatives. We are working on legislation to offer a competitive grant program to provide professional assistance to help entrepreneurs developing SBIR grants, patenting, and commercialization. We are also working to … Read more