Employers

Businesses in the Lynchburg region have access to a strong set of workforce tools designed to attract, train, and retain talent. The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance provides a relocation guide to help talent discover the many reasons why the Lynchburg Region is the perfect place to live, work, and play. Employers can also reach out to the Alliance directly for additional relocation support services.

Virginia Career Works – Central Region and Virginia Works’ On-the-Job Training and TAA programs allow new hires to train directly at your worksite while reducing costs. Receive prescreened candidates and then determine which are the best fit for on-the-job training. Virginia Works can reimburse up to 50% of wages during the training period, helping you onboard talent more efficiently.

For companies launching or expanding, the Virginia Talent Accelerator Program offers customized recruiting and training support at no cost. Services can include tailored hiring campaigns, branded recruitment materials, and accelerated training programs that shorten the learning curve for new employees.

The region also prioritizes long-term talent pipelines. Events like Worlds of Opportunity connect employers with thousands of middle and high school students each year, helping build early awareness of career paths and keeping future talent engaged.

Yes! While recruitment and training support have become increasingly important for business, Virginia understands that incentive programs still hold value for employers. The state’s business incentive program was ranked No. 8 in the nation by Area Development (2023), reflecting a strong portfolio of grants, tax credits, and workforce support tools.

One of the most widely used programs is the Virginia Job Investment Program (VJIP), a discretionary incentive that provides funding and services to companies creating new jobs or upskilling workers as part of an expansion. This program helps offset recruiting and training costs, making it easier to scale operations efficiently.

At the local level, businesses may also benefit from enterprise zone incentives, which offer grants tied to job creation and capital investment, along with additional local incentives layered on top. Opportunity zone tax advantages can further enhance returns for companies investing in targeted growth areas.

For a more complete list of local and state business incentives, visit our taxes & incentives page.