“I’ve grown to owning three businesses in Thompson now – three retail, two commercial rentals, and several residential apartment units. I’m in the process of constructing a new retail building next to the liquor store. 

In-town consumers represent about 95% of my transactions at the liquor store. I also find that the affordability of housing in Thompson makes it an attractive place to live. Rents are less than in the neighboring towns of Webster and Putnam. Those towns have the big grocery and Walmart stores that people travel out of town for – but the savings on rent outweighs the extra cost on gas. 

I know that the Town has plans to make the Route 12 corridor more attractive to businesses and commercial development. 

When I’ve worked with the Town regarding my businesses, they’ve been very fast and responsive. For everything and anything, I’ve received an instant response. I think this is helpful to know for any other business looking to come into Town.”

“I opened my first business in Thompson in 2011 when I was 24 years old. I chose Thompson because, at the time, there was virtually nobody here in terms of retail. I found the Town employees to be very business friendly and helpful – especially with assistance to obtain my liquor license.”