Virginia Beach International Incubator Celebrates Five Years of Supporting Global Businesses
The program has welcomed 19 companies, with 10 currently operating from the Incubator.Virginia Beach Economic Development (VBED), The HIVE and the…
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Existing BusinessThe Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development helps businesses start strong, grow smart and go global. Whether you’re making a local move or a global leap, the department is your partner for what’s next.
The city’s strong commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation, and a robust business ecosystem has been recognized in 2026 by the Diverse Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which named it the Third Top City for Small Business in the nation.
Virginia Beach became an easy choice when we decided to relocate to a larger facility. It offers a rich pool of skilled workers and proximity to the port and major highways, allowing us to serve our customers effectively and meet their delivery expectations.
Virginia Beach offers the infrastructure, business environment, and quality of life that make it easier to attract and keep great people. The diverse mix of industries and organizations creates a healthy, collaborative business ecosystem. For us, it’s not just a great place to operate; it’s a community we’re proud to invest in and grow alongside.
For nearly 50 years, the City of Virginia Beach has created an ideal environment for STIHL to continue to grow our business and offer meaningful careers to over 2,500 current employees in Hampton Roads.
ASC is proud to announce our continued expansion in partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Virginia Beach, who have supported our significant business expansion since 2019.
among the highest percentage of millennials in the US
median age of the workforce: 37 years
Centrally located on the U.S. East Coast, Virginia Beach gives your business unbeatable access to major U.S. markets and powerful global reach through one of the most advanced ports in North America.
Virginia Beach offers strategic access to the Port of Virginia, East Coast highway networks, and global subsea fiber connectivity.
Explore logistics and infrastructure advantages.Find information about active and completed projects, as well as current and past solicitations.
Explore projectsVirginia Beach offers a business-friendly atmosphere, access to top talent , refreshing affordability , and a view that beats traffic any day. Discover how Virginia Beach connects businesses to top talent - through strategic workforce development partnerships.
More than just a great place to do business, Virginia Beach is one of the best places in the country to call home.
Living HereThe City of Virginia Beach offers a variety of performance-based incentives to qualifying new or expanding businesses. Learn about these incentives — what’s eligible, what’s not, and how to apply.
IncentivesEconomic Development helps create a vibrant economy by attracting new companies, helping existing companies grow, and empowering entrepreneurs to flourish with their innovative visions. Business attraction and existing industry programs and resources are focused on several key business clusters:
The program has welcomed 19 companies, with 10 currently operating from the Incubator.Virginia Beach Economic Development (VBED), The HIVE and the…
The City of Virginia Beach is matching an Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development (AFID) Infrastructure grant, administered by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer…
Applications open Oct. 1st for grants of up to $10,000 supporting eligible Virginia Beach small businesses.The Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development’s (VBED)