Thinking about starting a business in Virginia Beach? Forbes.com ranked "Virginia Beach #20 on America's Fastest Recovering Cities from the Recession.” And Virginia Beach was ranked as the 3rd least expensive market for regional headquarters out of 50 by Site Selection magazine. Plus, the Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development, named one of the ten best Economic Development offices in the nation by Site Selection magazine, offers support to businesses both large and small.
The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) offers free business counseling if you are considering starting a business. To make an appointment to consult with a SCORE counselor on Thursday mornings in Virginia Beach, call 757-455-9338.
For more information on starting a business in Virginia Beach,click here If your business is expanding and you need assistance, contact the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center at 757.664.2592.
Additional small business resources are available from the Virginia Beach Defense Business Center Website.
Last updated: Oct 2011