Economic Development
Harrison County Economic Development Corporation The Harrison Economic Development Corporation ( HEDC ) was created in 2015 to be the economic voice and first point of contact for business expansion and recruitment . Designated as the lead economic development agency , this private-public partnership was developed to foster economic growth through Harrison County under the direction of and with the support of the existing business community . Their objective is to promote , develop , and advance the business prosperity and economic
Harrison County with its diverse economy is an ideal place to do business . We are home to everything from natural resource and energy industries to a hightechnology corridor and advanced biometrics center . Our business-friendly climate offers everything you are looking for in a place to call home .
welfare of Harrison County and North Central WV .
Harrison County Economic Alliance Corporation The Harrison County Economic Alliance Corporation was created in 2008 from the merger of three previous entities providing economic development revolving loan funds . The Alliance continues to promote the economic prosperity of Harrison County businesses through direct loans for capital improvements , real estate development , and equipment .
Employers Our two largest employers are FBI CJIS and United Hospital Center - WVU Medicine . It is important to note that over 5000 employees work at these two locations with a percentage of those living within 8 other counties . In addition , the aerospace , technology , and federal industries form an AeroTech Zone that includes an educational component to foster aerospace and technology growth . Over 2000 positions are located within this cluster with employees coming from 11 other counties . This speaks volumes for the relaxed commute and
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