Economic Development & Workforce Development

Economic Development

The Region 2000 Economic Development Council is a public/private partnership of seven localities in Central Virginia with a strong commitment to economic and business development. Participating localities making up this 2000 square mile area include the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford and Campbell, the cities of Lynchburg and Bedford, and the Town of Altavista.

The Virginia's Region 2000 Technology Council is another important partner in our economic development program. The Technology Council offers services to foster innovation and growth within the region's technology sector. The Technology Council also works with recruiting technology based firms to Region 2000. www.r2ktech.org

For more information on the Region 2000 Economic Development Council please contact them at www.region2000.org or (434) 847-1447.

Workforce Development

The Workforce Investment Board brings together business and government leaders to develop regional policies and priorities for improving the capability of the workforce in Region 2000. Through the Region 2000 Career Center a variety of training and counseling services are offered to assist both workers and businesses meet workforce development needs.

Check out the new marketing video produced by the WIB and get other information about workforce development in Region 2000 at www.region2000wib.org

Last updated 5/23/06