Grow & Expand
Authoritative, Beneficial, and Connected
The Lynchburg region fosters business growth and expansion through a team approach, led by the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance in collaboration with local partners, higher education, and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership. By bringing all vested parties to the table, the region ensures comprehensive support, addressing the unique needs of existing businesses. This collaborative strategy allows the Lynchburg region to provide top-notch service that helps businesses thrive for years to come, including business growth consulting and business expansion loans.
Lynchburg Region Businesses Access Statewide Resources
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is dedicated to fostering economic growth across the state by supporting existing businesses, and promoting international trade. Since 2018, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance has partnered with VEDP to leverage their comprehensive knowledge of Virginia’s assets and opportunities. This partnership enhances the region’s ability to retain businesses by offering bespoke talent development programs at no cost to companies, particularly those considering multiple states for projects that will create new jobs and capital investments.
Through its collaboration with VEDP, the Alliance also provides local businesses with deeper insights into state-level incentives and valuable assistance with international trade. The VEDP partnership ensures that companies in the Lynchburg region receive tailored support, from navigating incentive programs to developing a skilled workforce, ultimately fostering a conducive environment for business growth and expansion.
Think Regionally. Compete Globally. Impact Locally.
The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance partners with the municipalities throughout the region to maximize growth and expansion opportunities for local businesses. By collaborating closely with economic development directors, the Alliance gains valuable insights into regional trends, industries and the local talent pool, ensuring businesses receive tailored support.
This partnership enables the Alliance to identify and promote optimal sites for expansion, addressing specific needs and fostering a conducive environment for business success. Through these strategic collaborations, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance enhances the region’s economic landscape, promoting sustained growth and prosperity.
- Pam Armstrong, Director of Economic Development, Bedford County
- Whitney B. Czelusniak, Manager of Economic and Business Development, AEP
- Shirley Dodson, Workforce Business Manager, Virginia Economic Development Partnership
- Rob Fowler, Interim Town Manager, Town of Appomattox
- Victoria Hanson, Director of Economic Development, Amherst County
- Megan A. Lucas, CCE, CEcD, IOM, Chief Economic Development Officer, Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance
- Sara McGuffin, Town Manager, Town of Amherst
- Nina Rezai, Economic Development Manager, Campbell County
- Gary Shanaberger, Town Manager, Town of Altavista
- Mariette Upshur, Director of Economic Development & Tourism, Office of Economic Development & Tourism – City of Lynchburg
A Community of Talent and Research
Communities in the Lynchburg region are intentional about integrating education, business, and innovation — that’s why the Lynchburg Region Virginia collaborates with local colleges and universities to connect businesses with talent and research capabilities.
Through partnerships with institutions like Central Virginia Community College and VEDP’s Virginia Talent Accelerator Program, the Lynchburg Region Virginia ensures businesses can access a robust higher education system. A notable example is Framatome’s recent collaborative workforce training program in partnership with CVCC. The company plans to invest $400,000 into the program between 2023-2027 as part of a strategy to create a direct pipeline for talent and fostered business growth.
Strategic alliances help businesses leverage academic resources and drive regional economic development. Explore the Lynchburg region’s vast community of higher education.
Every Business Needs a Team
Hear from the City of Lynchburg about how the region creates a synergy that gets businesses the answers they need — when they need them.
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Whether you need a utility-ready site with room for expansion or a facility with thousands of feet of contiguous space, the Lynchburg region has a property to fit your business needs.
How We Help
The Alliance offers helpful regional data, hundreds of partnerships with local institutions, and provides a robust network of connections with city and state governments.
Trade Assistance
The Alliance can connect your company to the right people and resources for a successful international trade operation.
Leading Stories in Lynchburg
Get the latest on recent business expansions, community initiatives, and developments affecting the business community in the Lynchburg region.
Source4 to expand operations in Bedford County investing $4.5 million and creating 30 jobs
The Bedford County Office of Economic Development, in partnership with the Economic Development Authority (EDA), is pleased to announce that Source4, an integrated business and marketing solutions provider, will invest more than $4.5 million and add 30 new jobs in Bedford County over the next five years. “We have enjoyed our experience in Bedford County […]
Huge Win for CVTC Master Redevelopment Plan
On June 8, the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance held a press conference at the former Central Virginia Training Center, featuring Senator Steve Newman, to announce the General Assembly has included $25 million in the state budget to fully defease all outstanding bonds associated with CVTC. Additional speakers at the event included Megan Lucas, CEO and […]
Lynchburg EDA selected to receive $500K from EPA for brownfield redevelopment
Lynchburg’s Economic Development Authority again has been selected to receive $500,000 in assessment grants from the Environmental Protection Agency to continue to assist businesses and property owners to identify, assess and begin redevelopment of brownfields. According to a news release, funding dedicated to the assessment of sites potentially affected by hazardous substances and petroleum will […]
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