Getting Started »

If this is your first time to our site, this is where we recommend you start. Here you can learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we can help your business.

Region 2000 Resources »

Virginia's Region 2000 Career Center provides a number of resources that are at your disposal. Visit their website if you are looking for training and development resources. With the goal of regional economic development taking priority, you know they will do everything in their power to provide you with the resources you need.

Find Qualified Workers »

Workforce development is a difficult task, and most businesses simply do not have the time to explore their options. We have compiled the local resources that you need to develop your workforce in one easy, all-inclusive stop.

More Information »

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Business Partners »

• VA Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)
• Region 2000
• Region 2000 Economic Development Council
• Region 2000 Small Business Development Center
• Region 2000 Workforce Investment Board
• City of Bedford
• Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
• Smith Mtn. Lake Chamber of Commerce
• Bedford Welcome Center
• VA Department of Transportation (Bedford)
• Central VA Community College (CVCC)
• Bedford County Public Schools

Business Resources »

Starting a New Business

• Starting a Business (Bedford County)
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• Information about business licenses (Bedford County)
  Business Letter (pdf)

Regional & State Business Resources

• VA Department of Business Assistance (VDBA)
• US Small Business Administration
• Small Business Development Centers
• VA Economic Bridge
• VA Employment Commission
• VA Tourism Corporation
• US Route 501 Regional Coalition
• VA Tobacco Commission
• Commonwealth of VA
• Lynchburg Score
• US Census Bureau
• US Bureau of Labor Statistics