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Best State for Business 2024

In July, Virginia was announced as America’s Top State for Business in CNBC’s rankings for the sixth time, the most of any state. A major component of the Commonwealth’s value proposition is a bipartisan commitment to business that persists through administrations and ensured that the Virginia economy has grown steadily over the past 20 years.

Where is Central Virginia?

Within a state renowned for its advantageous pro-business climate, Central Virginia offers easy access to Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York and other points along the Mid-Atlantic corridor.

Central in Virginia

Central Virginia counties are bordered on the west by the Blue Ridge Mountains and in the geographic center of the Commonwealth.

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Make Central Virginia the location for your Bold Venture

Central Virginia offers a vibrant business environment with a highly qualified
workforce, in an ideal location with room for growth and expansion.

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North Fork, a UVA Discovery Park

About: Owned and operated by the University of Virginia Foundation, North Fork encompasses over 560 acres featuring flexible workspaces, research facilities, and recreational, residential, and social amenities all in a stunning natural environment. The park is home to science and … Continue reading →

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Vibrant Businesses

The region is very attractive for business and financial services companies including MPS, S&P Global Market Intelligence and CFA Institute and for information technology companies such as Emerson, Perrone Robotics, and WillowTree.

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Explore the Possibilities

Central Virginia offers a vibrant business environment with a highly qualified workforce, in an ideal location with room for growth and expansion. Central Virginia's unmatched livability combined with desirably low cost of living and temperate climate enhances both employee recruitment and retention.

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