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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Join our network of entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and corporate leaders driving regional progress.
Recent News & Events
Latest News
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
Join us for professional development, advocacy sessions, networking, and more.
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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Make plans to head to the UC Downtown Innovation Hub at 4pm tomorrow to learn about opportunities to expand your workforce. Then head over to Business After Hours, hosted by City National Bank in Downtown Charleston from 5-7pm. We look forward to seeing you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟Don’t forget to register for tomorrow’s Business After Hours hosted by City National Bank at 10 Hale Street in Charleston 🥳 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us tomorrow for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration as Kanawha Valley Tourism — formerly the Central WV Regional Airport Authority Convention & Visitors Bureau — unveils its fresh new brand and showcases everything the Kanawha Valley has to offer! ✂
🕔2:00PM
📍100 Airport Road (at the welcome booth/baggage claim area) in Charleston
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Don’t miss Up Next Charlie West tonite at Lola’s! ... See MoreSee Less
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📣Let's celebrate warm evenings and great friends! Mark your calendars for our next Business After Hours hosted by City National Bank!
📅Thursday, May 14
🕔5-7PM
📍10 Hale Street in Charleston
Register by using the QR code or give us a call! ... See MoreSee Less
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