A mountain metro with far-reaching vision
Roanoke is a hub for innovation and business. Our Virginia mountain metropolis is big on vision from our future-oriented urban center to our breathtaking Blue Ridge vistas. Here you can work on biomedical breakthroughs in high-tech facilities before strapping on your hiking boots and hitting the trails. It’s all in a day’s work. And with cost of doing business 18% lower than the national average, you can do it all without sacrificing your bottom line.
Working in Roanoke’s Innovation Corridor feels different because it is different. In Roanoke, you’re more than just a number, you’re an integral part of the innovation ecosystem. Boasting a vibrant community of researchers, entrepreneurs, professors and students, technology and infrastructure Roanoke has an unprecedented mix of connectivity, resources, and room to grow.
Business
In Roanoke, we know that the lone founder toiling alone is a myth. Great work comes from a network of great partners and strong resources. From a low cost of doing business, to a convenient East Coast location, to modern infrastructure and educated workforce, Roanoke offers unbeatable advantages to doing business.
Livability
Hike to a mountain overlook sunrise, grab a farm-to-table meal, and catch an outdoor concert all without leaving the city limits. Roanoke is overflowing with experience to spark your creativity and nourish your life. Whether you’re looking for excellent schools for your family, world-class arts & culture, or limitless outdoor adventures, you can find it here.
Investment
Be an integral part of a local community while making your mark on the world stage. Roanoke offers a unique climate of local belonging with global opportunities that’s hard to find anywhere else. It’s the perfect place to launch your audacious dreams.
Get In Touch
Want to learn more about opportunities in Roanoke’s Innovation Corridor? Reach out to Bradley Boettcher, Innovation Administrator of Roanoke’s Economic Development Office for more information.
