Program areas at Charleston Area Alliance
Economic Development - Programs and projects focus on business recruitment, expansion and retention by providing site selection assistance, facilitating foreign direct investment, assisting with import/export needs, supporting innovation, research and development, linking suppliers and customers to promote local economic growth, promoting workforce development opportunities, encouraging public investment in supportive infrastructure, and developing entrepreneurial networks and support systems.
Community Development - We work diligently to increase our natural and built assets through sustainable redevelopment initiatives. Goals include: stimulating new housing growth in downtown Charleston, developing a formal structure for downtown management and marketing, enhancing our downtown promotional efforts, creating community anchors in the urban core, supporting arts and culture throughout Kanawha County. Our collaborative programs assist with the revitalization of small rural communities, build strong communities and enhance the quality of life in the greater Charleston area.
Operation of Business Incubator - Program supports entrepreneurial and small business development. Goals include: increasing awareness of the incubator as an available resource for entrepreneurs in the local area; providing low cost office space for entrepreneurs and start-ups; linking tenant entrepreneurs to available consulting services; providing central location for small business referrals to partners and support systems; increased visibility for entrepreneurs through networking and professional development opportunities.
Other program services include benefits and opportunities provided to member businesses such as: networking, professional development, referrals and communication.