The Kanawha Valley: An Attractive & Prosperous Place to Live & Work
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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Recent News & Events
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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...
Upcoming Events
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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.
Program Spotlight:
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 Jason Pizatella as one of our new Board Members of the Charleston Area Alliance and Chamber of Commerce!
Jason Pizatella is the Chief Executive Officer of the Contractors Association of West Virginia, which represents 475 businesses and approximately 20,000 employees in the building, highway, and utility contracting industries. A graduate of WVU and the WVU College of Law, Jason practiced law with Spilman Thomas & Battle before joining CAWV in 2022. He served in numerous leadership roles during the administrations of Governors Manchin, Tomblin, and Justice. He has held the positions of Deputy State Tax Commissioner, Acting Secretary of the Department of Revenue, and Acting Secretary of the Department of Administration. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to Alliance Board Member and new Vandalia Health President & CEO, Jeff Sandene! ... See MoreSee Less
Vandalia Health's Sandene ready to meet health care challenges head-on - WV MetroNews
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Vandalia Health's new president and CEO Jeff Sandene settling in.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Happy Fourth of July from the Charleston Area Alliance! 🎆
Today, we celebrate the freedoms that bring us together, the communities that make our country strong, and the people and businesses who help our region thrive every day. Happy 4th of July, and happy 250th birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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We can’t guarantee your membership announcement will be 300 feet in the air… but we can guarantee you’ll be part of a great business community!
Join the Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce today and be a part of our more than 570 members ➡️ charlestonareaalliance.org/membership/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Please join us in welcoming Elite Roofing LLC as a new member of the Charleston Area Alliance & Chamber of Commerce! 🤩
Elite Roofing specializes in residential and commercial roofing services. Their roofing company is dedicated to providing customer service that is simply second to none. Whether you have a new construction project or need to replace an old or damaged roof, their roofing contractors in West Virginia have what it takes to meet all of your commercial and residential roofing needs. Call them today for a quote! ... See MoreSee Less
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There is such a fun lineup for this years Charleston Sternwheel Regatta! 🤩
As you enjoy everything the Regatta has to offer, don't forget to:
💧 Stay hydrated.
🛍️ Support our amazing local businesses and vendors.
🎶 Take in the live entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities.
🎆 Make memories with friends and family in downtown Charleston! ... See MoreSee Less
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