Promotes Charlottesville and Albemarle to the traveling public and to companies and organizations for small conferences and conventions. Information, brochures and pamphlets are available for local and statewide scenic, historic, recreation and vacation sites online at https://www.visitcharlottesville.org/plan/visitor-center/ . Maintains information for the entire Commonwealth. Mails out information specifically for Charlottesville and Albemarle.

The Chamber promotes regional business by providing referrals and connections and influencing public policy to benefit all businesses. Fosters growth by offering relevant programs and events designed to address business needs, solve business problems and increase opportunities.

Serves as staff to the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals and the public, with respect to land use planning and development. Major responsibilities include planning, zoning, subdivision, building, permitting, and Code and Ordinance enforcement. The Department consists of three functional divisions - the Planning Office, Zoning, Permitting and Inspections Office, and the Environmental Office of the County Soil Scientist.

Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Association comprised of business and civic organizations working through collective action to promote responsible economic growth, and a positive business climate. The Alliance focuses on promoting entrepreneurial start-ups, business expansion and retention, and new job creation; advocacy; workforce development; connecting people and businesses; community, minority, and small business development; and the cultivation of local and regional leadership.

Provides tourist information and promotes tourism.

The Department of Community Development is committed to offering professional and courteous customer service while striving for and promoting sound planning, engineering, and building practices, and, together with the community, works to provide a more desirable, livable, safe, and enduring built environment. The Planning and Zoning Division promotes development through the Comprehensive Plan and the application of zoning and subdivision regulations. The Engineering division provides professional services in engineering, surveying, and site plan review. The Building Division enforces the Building Code and provides building permits and inspections. Residents and visitors may pursue services by phone or the City’s website prior to visiting a facility. The Department of Community Development serves the community both in person and through the use of electronic services.

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) is a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia that engages the resources of Virginia Tech, Danville Community College, Averett University and other partners. Its main goal is to diversify, transform and grow the economy of Southern Virginia.

Provides local information to visitors to the area, and answers all phone and mail inquiries, and directs visitors to local attractions.

Provides government services to the citizens and businesses of Scott County. Economic Development: 276-386-2525. Treasurer's Office: 276-386-7742. Commissioner of the Revenue: 276-3867692 Circuit Court Clerk: 276-386-3801 Extension Office: 276-452-2772. E911: 276-386-7220.

The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) is tasked with improving Halifax County, Virginia through increased employment and economic growth. The IDA attracts and cultivates business and industry through a comprehensive network of partners and community assets.

Provides a membership organization dedicated to the united interests of the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County business communities. The Chamber advances the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, encourages the existing businesses and industries, and aids new businesses in the area. Offers a wide range of seminars and programs to assist its members develop a thriving business community. Membership fees based on company size. Offers a listing of Chamber members and their addresses.

The FCEDA promotes Fairfax County as a business center and offers an array of services and information to assist new, expanding and relocating companies and organizations, whether domestic or international.

Exists for the purpose of advancing and publicizing the commercial, industrial, agricultural, civic, tourism, and general business interests of Wise County and the City of Norton.

Reviews and develops plans that reflect the County's interest in the preservation of the environment, the provision of efficient public facilities and services, the provision of diverse housing opportunities, and the effective utilization of the area's land resources. Building Inspections also fall under Communtiy Developemnt.

Provides a membership organization dedicated to the united interests of the Bath County business community. The Chamber advances the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of Bath County, encourages the existing businesses and industries, and aids new businesses in the county. Offers a varied range of seminars and programs to aid its members. Also offers a listing of Chamber members and their addresses.

Work closely with industry professionals, local businesses, education institutions, and government partners to help business community in starting, growing, and locating their businesses.

Organized to advance the economic, industrial, agricultural, professional, cultural, civic, and tourism interests in the County of Floyd. Encourages the growth of existing industries and businesses while giving appropriate assistance to new firms or individuals seeking information or locating in our area.

Provides programs to assist in agricultural development and to assist the farming community. Programs include: aqua-culture, biotechnology, conservation, cooperatives, crop insurance, crop and livestock production, disaster assistance, energy, healthy forest initiative, farm loans and marketing assistance. Administers the Farm Service Agency, Food Safety Inspection Service, Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Agricultural Marketing Services, Foreign Agriculture Service Import/Export Programs, and Rural Development Business Programs, Loans, Grants.

Capital formation; networking assistance; business planning; federal procurement assistance; government financing.

Generates increased tourism sales, tourism industry employment, and local tax revenues.

Developing and implementing the county’s economic development program, the EDA also has the authority to borrow money, issue bonds, and buy and sell land on behalf of the county to support economic development projects.

Provides existing and prospective small businesses with counseling, training and specialized services concerning the formation, financing, management and operation of small businesses.

Services offered by Development Services include: Development Services, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Building Safety/Building Permits

An advocate for our member businesses and serve as a marketing cooperative for each member

The Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity promotes economic growth by helping Virginia businesses prosper. Programs and services include: access to capital, small business counseling, and information for small businesses. Visit the website for more business resource information.