How We Help

Our mission is to help businesses find the best available sites, buildings, and land tailored to their specific needs. By leveraging our extensive local knowledge and networks, we ensure that businesses can identify and secure optimal locations that align with their operational goals and growth strategies. This support is crucial for both new companies considering the Lynchburg region as a potential home and existing businesses looking to expand within the region.

The following is a comprehensive list of services that we offer:

• Identifying sites and buildings to meet your needs
• Facilitating connections with funding and assistance
• Coordinating local and state partners to collaborate on projects
• Organizing and leading visits of the region for site, building, and workforce evaluation
• Providing detailed demographic information
• Measuring workforce availability and assisting with recruitment needs
• Offering guidance on incentives and job training programs
• Connecting you with resources to advance your business

We are the go-to resource for new and expanding companies seeking answers to regional demographic, workforce, and industry questions. Ever wondered what the workforce availability is like at the Edge of the Blue Ridge? Or which areas have the highest concentration of skilled manufacturing talent? We’re dedicated to providing businesses with detailed demographic information, up-to-date market trends, and in-depth industry analyses to help you make informed business decisions and formulate an effective strategy for your growth.

Employers who choose to locate in the Lynchburg region benefit from a pro-business environment that spans across all its counties, but each area offers its unique characteristics. We’re not only home to America’s fastest growing University and renowned colleges but also vast manufacturing talent. The Alliance keeps businesses informed with timely and relevant market details — promoting regional economic growth.

Curious about the specific benefits of each community? The Alliance can guide you through the nuances, ensuring you have all the information needed to thrive in this dynamic region.

Looking for a bridge to a vast network of local, regional, and statewide connections that can help propel your business forward? With dual identities as a chamber of commerce and a regional economic development organization, the Alliance has established strong relationships with thousands of regional businesses, workforce training providers, and supportive organizations.

We’re just one phone call away from getting in touch with local economic development partners and state governmental agencies. Need advice on workforce training? Looking for partners to help launch a new venture? Identifying sites and buildings and bridging the permit process? Leverage our extensive network and connect to the right people and resources. Whether you need help navigating the process of applying for statewide economic incentives or connecting with local business leaders, our services ensure you’re never alone.