West Virginia’s prime location, highly productive workforce and pro-business climate are just a few reasons successful companies continue to say #YesWV.
- West Virginia is within a day’s drive of 50% of the U.S. population and a third of the Canadian market.
- West Virginia is a right to work state.
- West Virginia’s workforce recorded the lowest manufacturing turnover rate in the country and is below the national average of turnover rates in all other workforce categories.
- West Virginia’s cost of living is 14% below the national average, boasting a high quality of life with top-ranked universities, fulfilling careers, award-winning health institutions and ample outdoor recreation activities.
Thriving Industry Spotlight:
Automotive
Automotive component manufacturers from around the world have found the road to success leads to West Virginia. Businesses that supply and support the automotive industry find a ready workforce with the skills needed by today’s market. Additionally, West Virginia provides easy access to suppliers of raw materials such as steel, aluminum and chemicals/polymers needed for the automotive industry..
Companies that already call West Virginia home:
Meet the Team
West Virginia Department of Economic Development
Steve Spence
Director, International Division
Markee Schindler
Manager, Business Development
Meghan Smith
Manager, Business Development
Say #YESWV.
