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Economic Development
From site selection to innovation support, we help attract and grow businesses across industries large and small.
Community Programs
Enhancing local engagement with initiatives like #KeepItLocalKV, Downtown Open, Charleston in Bloom, and the Holiday Window Display Contest.
Small Business & Startup Support
Expert training, funding, and mentorship via our Business Incubator, Small Business Grants, and Faster WV programs.
Chamber of Commerce
Driving local business growth through networking, advocacy, affinity programs, and exclusive member opportunities.
Catalyst for Change in the Kanawha Valley
The Charleston Area Alliance serves as a catalyst for change for Kanawha County, leading with innovative and collaborative approaches to shape a prosperous economy that fosters growth and attracts people and investment. The Charleston Area Alliance is: proactive, thinks long-term, aligned with our partners and the community, collaborative, efficient, and provides value in all our services.
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Charleston Area Alliance partners with Breeze Airways, the State of West Virginia, Yeager Airport, Kanawha County, and the City of Charleston to expand air service.
CHARLESTON, WV– Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced that Breeze Airways, the acclaimed...
Charleston Area Alliance Welcomes Ellen Cappellanti as New Chair of the Board of Directors
Charleston, WV (June 24, 2025) – The Charleston Area Alliance is proud to announce that Ellen...
Charleston Area Alliance & Optimum Business Announce Lifting Up Small Business Grants
Optimum Business will award 25 small businesses each a $5,000 grant to further support the...
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Building a Thriving Region
Charleston, WV is growing through a blend of historic industry and emerging opportunities. The Charleston Area Alliance supports this progress by driving economic development, strengthening local businesses, and leading community-focused initiatives that enhance the region’s vitality and appeal.
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Workforce Initiatives
Leveraging partnerships like Faster WV and internship programs to build local workforce pipelines.
Downtown Revitalization & Housing Initiative
Making our downtown more vibrant and livable for residents, workers, and visitors.
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Please join us in welcoming AMG Network Hosting, LLC as a new member of the Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce! 🤩
AMG Network Hosting has years of experience in the Information Technology Sector. Founded in 2009 as a cloud hosting company, they expanded to include commercial IT consulting in 2021. They strive to be a trusted partner in your business operations by managing your IT properly. From full IT support to a co-managed solution, they work to make your IT Department more efficient and run smoothly. Their team's background in IT covers many verticals, including Government, Healthcare, Non-profit, Construction, Communications, and Retail. Contact them to leverage their background in your business! ... See MoreSee Less
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Our 2026-2027 Partnership Guide is now available! 🤩
Our Partnership Guide is your roadmap to getting involved with the Charleston Area Alliance while making a meaningful investment in our region's business community. Inside, you'll discover a variety of sponsorship and partnership opportunities designed to increase your organization's visibility, connect you with key business leaders, and support the programs and initiatives that help our community thrive. Take a peek HERE: charlestonareaalliance.org/2026/06/30/partnership-guide/
If you are interested in anything, we'd love to hear from you and partner with you! ... See MoreSee Less
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We were grateful for the opportunity to welcome a Japanese Business Delegation to the Charleston Area Alliance Business Incubator today! This was their second time visiting, with plans for a third visit in the works. It was a pleasure to showcase how our incubator is creating jobs and helping businesses grow right here in the Kanawha Valley.
A special thank you to the West Virginia Office of Economic Development for helping facilitate this visit and for their continued commitment to building meaningful international relationships that strengthen our state’s economy. ... See MoreSee Less
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What a night in the Town of Clendenin ! 🎉
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first-ever Business After Hours in Clendenin. The energy, excitement, and sense of community is unmatched, and we're so grateful to everyone who came out to make it such a memorable evening.
A huge thank you to Dave Knight and the team at 25045 - A New Clendenin, along with the incredible staff at El Super Gallo, for their hospitality and for helping bring this event to life. We also appreciate Mayor Kay Summers and Kanawha County Commissioner Natalie Tennant for joining us and supporting this special evening.
If you haven't been to Clendenin in a while, consider this your sign to plan a visit. Can't wait to see everyone again at our Business After Hours next month! ... See MoreSee Less
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Please join us in welcoming BodyWorks Massage as a new member of the Charleston Area Alliane & Chamber of Commerce! 🤩
BodyWorks Massage is a locally woman owned massage therapy office owned and operated by Martha Jackson, LMT. Martha has been practicing massage since 2003, and is an active professional member with the American Massage Therapy Association. She holds special certifications in the following: arthokinetics, neural resets, myoskeletal assessments, active isolated stretching, and cupping through the International Cupping Association. In addition, she holds advanced certifications in the following: Sheila Perez Method, Renata Franca Method, Detox by Rebecca, Fasciology by Ashley Black, and Sculptural Facelifting Technique.
Check out BodyWorks Massage today âž¡ www.bodyworksmassagewv.com/index.html ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us THIS THURSDAY for the first-ever Business After Hours in Clendenin, hosted by 25045 - A New Clendenin!
We'll be gathering at the new El Super Gallo (1 Maywood Ave. W.) in the heart of Downtown Clendenin for an evening of networking, great food, and community.
Register HERE: bit.ly/4gs2Z27 or call 304-340-4253! ... See MoreSee Less
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