ABOUT THE ALLIANCE The Hampton Roads Alliance (the Alliance) is the leading regional economic development organization for the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. It is a nonprofit, public-private partnership supported and led by the region’s most influential business leaders, local governments, and top academic institutions — all of whom are dedicated to the creation of a more diverse, growing and prosperous economy. The Alliance is proud to represent 15 localities who, with the support of over 100 private sector investors, govern and resource the organization and its regional economic development efforts. The Hampton Roads Alliance’s mission is to work collaboratively to lead the Hampton Roads region in attracting, growing and retaining companies and talent to create a more resilient, inclusive and equitable region of choice. BOSTON
NEW KENT COUNTY
NEW YORK JAMES CITY COUNTY
CLEVELAND
WILLIAMSBURG
YORK COUNTY
PHILADELPHIA
WASHINGTON D.C.
POQUOSON
NEWPORT NEWS
RALEIGH
HAMPTON
KNOXVILLE
CHARLOTTE
ISLE OF WIGHT NORFOLK
ATLANTA
PORTSMOUTH
CHARLESTON
VIRGINIA BEACH
SOUTHAMPTON CHESAPEAKE FRANKLIN
SUFFOLK
JACKSONVILLE
ORLANDO
The Alliance serves as a catalyst for new business attraction, existing business growth and long-term business environment improvements in the Hampton Roads region. We do this by proactively: Marketing Hampton Roads, Virginia as a globally competitive location for business and talent.
Engaging the region’s top business, academic, and elected leaders to understand key trends impacting the region’s economic competitiveness.
Leading collaborative processes across peer organizations to leverage complementary assets and strengthen coordinated action.
Providing assistance to existing businesses that foster regional growth.
Facilitating decision processes for companies considering Hampton Roads for new business investments and existing business expansion.
Utilizing multiple databases and statistical platforms to provide relevant, comprehensive, and up-to-date reports and research for our prospects, partners and more.