“ The increased economic growth we ’ ve been experiencing is the result of targeted , concerted efforts to attract and recruit top-tier companies to the state ,” says Michael Graney , executive director for the West Virginia Department of Economic Development . “ We ’ re continuing to focus on our global recruiting efforts and increase the positive economic impact these industries bring to West Virginia .”
Additional drivers of success are a result of diligent efforts by individuals and organizations such as the West Virginia Department of Economic Development and the local economic development organizations it partners with throughout the state .
“ We have deployed new marketing and advertising tools , social media and social selling strategies , and we assist West Virginia employers with recruitment through our jobcase . com / wv and WorkForce West Virginia employment programs ,” Graney says . “ Programs like Jumpstart are unique training and educational partnerships that create unique selling propositions for the state , our workforce and our employers .”
With hard work and dedication , West Virginia has seen many triumphs in the past six years that are worth celebrating and are clear indicators of the expansive opportunities for growth and development in the state .
“ West Virginia is nimble ,” Graney says . “ We move quickly and can get leaders around a table to make decisions and assist businesses with their expansion and location needs . No other state outworks us .” •
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Why West Virginia
Lowest Turnover Rate , Manufacturing
— BLS Industry Report , 2020
Lowest Rates , Workers Compensation
— Oregon Consumer and Business Service , 2020
Total Energy Production
— West Virginia State Energy Profile and Energy Estimates , 2020
Best Business Climate
— Business Facilities 2021 State Rankings Report
Business Investment Since 2017
— West Virginia Department of Economic Development Research Division , 2022
Source : West Virginia Department of Economic Development
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