Welcome to Hampton Roads.

The Heart of the Mid-Atlantic.

Hampton Roads isn’t a city. You won’t find it on any map. That’s because our home is a diverse collection of ten cites and five counties, all tightly integrated and providing a wealth of benefits for businesses and organizations of all kinds.

Strategically located in the middle of the eastern seaboard of the United States, Hampton Roads is home to the world’s greatest natural deepwater harbor, with ports capable of accommodating the largest cargo ships on the planet. Our modern road and rail systems connect the interior of the United States—and nearly two-thirds of its population—with the goods and services they need.

But that’s just the beginning.

Here in Hampton Roads you will find a skilled and educated workforce, attractive labor laws, an enviably low cost of doing business, and communities committed to your continued success.

Your employees will love it here, too. Our beautiful beaches, scenic waterways, numerous parks, historical sites, and town centers provide residential and recreational opportunities as varied as your personal style and budget.

Whatever the reason, it’s no wonder why over 1.6 million people love what they do and where they live—here in Hampton Roads. After all, we've been attracting and retaining business for over 400 years.

Contact the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance (The Alliance) and we’ll show you why we aren’t just the center of commerce, we’re its heart.

News and Events

• 2010-03-09 Job Recovery in Hampton Roads
  Executive Discussion Series
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• 2010-02-24 Winter 2010 Global Logistics Forum
  Coming to Hampton Roads March 17 and 18. Sponsored by Virginia Economic Development Partnership and the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance.
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• 2009-11-24 Best State for Business
  This Marks The Fourth Consecutive Year That Virginia Has Received This Distinction!
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