Development

The West Virginia Development Office (www.wvdo.org) is the principal state agency responsible for providing economic and business development efforts and resources for businesses in West Virginia or assisting those looking to locate in the state.

Tools/Resources:

• Site Selector (search for available sites, buildings) - click to search
• Demographic and Economic Statistics - click to research
• Work force training
• Connections to new markets
• Financing and other incentives
• Small business support
• Personal attention to your needs

West Virginia Development Office International Division

Other Development Groups:

West Virginia Economic Development Council

WorldTradeWV.com/West Virginia Export Council

Research/Data:

West Virginia Business Blog - http://wvbusinessblog.blogspot.com/
Positive news and trends affecting the state's business community.

Governor's Open For Business Reports - http://www.wvgov.org/ofbReports.cfm

West Virginia Business Climate Update - click to read

The West Virginia Chamber commissioned a research study on the state's competitiveness.  Provided is a link to a preliminary report.