The Kanawha Valley: An Attractive & Prosperous Place to Live & Work
Economic Development
From site selection to innovation support, we help attract and grow businesses across industries large and small.
Community Programs
Enhancing local engagement with initiatives like #KeepItLocalKV, Downtown Open, Charleston in Bloom, and the Holiday Window Display Contest.
Small Business & Startup Support
Expert training, funding, and mentorship via our Business Incubator, Small Business Grants, and Faster WV programs.
Chamber of Commerce
Driving local business growth through networking, advocacy, affinity programs, and exclusive member opportunities.
Catalyst for Change in the Kanawha Valley
The Charleston Area Alliance serves as a catalyst for change for Kanawha County, leading with innovative and collaborative approaches to shape a prosperous economy that fosters growth and attracts people and investment. The Charleston Area Alliance is: proactive, thinks long-term, aligned with our partners and the community, collaborative, efficient, and provides value in all our services.
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Charleston Area Alliance partners with Breeze Airways, the State of West Virginia, Yeager Airport, Kanawha County, and the City of Charleston to expand air service.
CHARLESTON, WV– Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced that Breeze Airways, the acclaimed...
Charleston Area Alliance Welcomes Ellen Cappellanti as New Chair of the Board of Directors
Charleston, WV (June 24, 2025) – The Charleston Area Alliance is proud to announce that Ellen...
Charleston Area Alliance & Optimum Business Announce Lifting Up Small Business Grants
Optimum Business will award 25 small businesses each a $5,000 grant to further support the...
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Building a Thriving Region
Charleston, WV is growing through a blend of historic industry and emerging opportunities. The Charleston Area Alliance supports this progress by driving economic development, strengthening local businesses, and leading community-focused initiatives that enhance the region’s vitality and appeal.
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Workforce Initiatives
Leveraging partnerships like Faster WV and internship programs to build local workforce pipelines.
Downtown Revitalization & Housing Initiative
Making our downtown more vibrant and livable for residents, workers, and visitors.
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🏙️ New opportunities for investment in Charleston!
Three areas of Charleston have received a federal designation that could help bring new housing, businesses, and development to our city!
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has certified three Charleston census tracts as Opportunity Zones, following their nomination by Governor Patrick Morrisey.
📍 Downtown Charleston
📍 West Side & Elk City
📍 Oakridge-Greenbrier
So, what does this mean?
Opportunity Zones offer federal tax benefits to investors who put money into qualifying projects in these areas.
🏡 What could that mean for Charleston?
More opportunities to build housing, bring new life to vacant properties, support business growth, and create jobs.
Beginning January 1, 2027, these incentives will give Charleston another tool to attract private investment and support future development.
The City of Charleston and Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce will work together to connect potential investors with projects that can help our community grow.
Three areas. New opportunities. More possibilities for Charleston.
✈️ Oakridge-Greenbrier photo credit: our friends at West Virginia International Yeager Airport - CRW! ...
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🏆 Our next 2026 We Love Our Community Awards honoree is the University of Charleston Marathon for the Outdoor Economy Award! 🏃♀️🌳
The marathon brings people together from near and far to experience our beautiful region, showcasing Charleston’s scenic surroundings and the many opportunities our community has to offer. Events like this encourage an active lifestyle, support local businesses, attract visitors and highlight the incredible outdoor assets that make the Kanawha Valley a special place to live, work and explore.
Stay tuned as we continue announcing our 2026 honorees, and join us for the We Love Our Community Awards Ceremony!
📅 Tuesday, November 10
⏰ 4 p.m.
📍 UC Downtown Innovation Hub ...
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ONE WEEK from today! ✨ Join us for Business After Hours hosted by Salango Law Dirty Birds Light the Night on Thursday, November 12, from 5–7 p.m.!
Come check out the beautiful holiday lights, enjoy some festive fun, connect with fellow business professionals and even get your picture taken! 📸🎅 REGISTER: bit.ly/4i8p4Dp ...
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🏆 Our next 2026 We Love Our Community Awards honoree is Fonda Elliot! ❤ We’re proud to congratulate Fonda Elliot, recipient of the James R. Thomas Outstanding Volunteer Award! 🎉
Our community is stronger because of individuals who generously give their time, energy and talents to make a difference. This award recognizes the spirit of volunteerism and the lasting impact that dedicated individuals can have on the people and places around them. We’re excited to celebrate Fonda and recognize her contributions to our community!
Stay tuned as we continue announcing our 2026 honorees and join us as we celebrate all of this year’s outstanding recipients at the We Love Our Community Awards Ceremony!
📅 Tuesday, November 10
⏰ 4 p.m.
📍 UC Downtown Innovation Hub ...
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We had a wonderful afternoon with Women for Economic and Leadership Development - Charleston, WV! ✨
Our President & CEO, Mara Boggs, and her sister, Lee Ann Haley, shared a candid and meaningful conversation around the theme, “Leap and the parachute will appear.” They reflected on their time in the military, taking chances, embracing the unknown and having the courage to take that leap of faith. We were honored to be part of such a thoughtful and uplifting program!
A special thank you to our member Veronica with Violet Kitchen for providing a wonderful meal and helping make today’s gathering extra special 💜 ...
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Please join us in welcoming Swor Insurance Agency, LLC as a new member of the Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce! 🤩
Swor Insurance is an independent agency representing Erie Insurance, Liberty Mutual, Progressive, Geico, Farmers, and more. They offer all personal and commercial lines as well as life insurance. They strive to provide their customers with great service at a great price. Stop in or call anytime for a review of your current insurance policy! ...
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