Pro-Business Climate

For the third straight year, Virginia is ranked the "Best State for Business" by Forbes.com.
Blacksburg Metro Area consistently named to Forbes.com's list of the "Best Small Places for Business and Careers".
Blacksburg Metro Area ranked a "Top Preforming Small City of 2009" by Milken Institute.
Blacksburg Metro Area designated a "5-Star Business Opportunity Metro” (Expansion Management Magazine, July 2006).
Blacksburg Metro Area named a “Best Emerging MSA” (Edition of Cities Ranked and Rated, 2004).
Virginia’s right-to-work laws allow individuals the right to work regardless of membership in a labor union or organization.
Stable and competitive state and local tax structures. Virginia’s 6 percent corporate income tax rate has not been increased since 1972.
Low cost of doing business. Montgomery County offers below national averages in many categories such as electric rates and wages.
13 banks operate in Montogmery County with assets totalling $2,355,553.9 million
Innovative and entrepreneurial environment fueled by Virginia Tech Intellectual Property and the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.
State and local programs that encourage business to grow and investment.
The RU Small Business Assistance Center and VT KnowledgeWorks help local entreprenuers plan, launch and grow their businesses.
Montgomery County' Existing Business Visitation and Retention Program provocatively engages local business to address their needs.

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