Wallingford, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/07/2010 -- Connecticut businesses looking for a new online venue can utilize http://www.businessesinct.com, a web site launched by Impact Branding and Design LLC that is "an online business network for Connecticut," according to Bob Ruffolo, Impact's co-owner and creative director.

The site provides promotional opportunities for Connecticut businesses and gives consumers the opportunity to find businesses they need in a wide range of categories. The site also lists events, posts classified ads and features articles on statewide business topics.

Visitors can become members of the site, which entitles them to post content in various areas, including articles on their businesses and listings of upcoming events, such as concerts and golf outings.

Businesses are listed in a wide range of categories and can be found with a keyword search feature near the top of the homepage. A variety of free and paid listings are offered, with paid listings appearing above the free listings. Premium and Showcase listings offer highlights that include web links, maps and video snippets. Businesses can also use the top tier listings to link visitors to their Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.

A free classifieds page features job, real estate, services and products for sale listings.

Businessesinct.com is more than an advertising platform. It provides business owners the opportunity to submit news articles, create and read company reviews and engage in a dialogue with customers and colleagues. "The site will become a community for statewide businesses," Ruffolo said. "It provides a valuable opportunity for businesses to get exposure and share information."

For more information, visit http://www.businessesinct.com.