Ten Reasons To Do Business in NE Tennessee Valley
Published Feb 23, 2009
1. Workforce.
The region has more than 300,000 employees with manufacturing backgrounds and a strong work ethic in right-to-work states.
2. Training.
Site selection consultants rank Tennessee’s FastTrack Job Training as among the 10 best nationally in training and effectiveness.
3. Utility Costs.
Tennessee Valley Authority utility companies offer reliable power and rates that are among the nation’s lowest.
4. Location and Transportation.
Our strategic location offers one-day truck access to 76 percent of the nation’s population via Interstates 81, 40 and 26 as well as I-75 and I-77, with service from 55 interstate trucking companies; rail freight service via Norfolk Southern and CSX; and commercial air, charter and air freight service at Tri-Cities Airport.
5. Quality of Life.
The region offers opportunities for a wide variety of outdoor activities in beautiful surroundings; quality education; affordable housing and low cost of living; and friendly people.
6. Infrastructure.
Abundant supplies of natural gas and water, advanced digital and fiber-optic networks, and other amenities are available.
7. Developed Sites and Buildings.
Updated computerized site and community data – including location, utilities, transportation, zoning and demographic statistics – is readily available by phone or Web site.
8. Cost of Doing Business.
Costs are among the nation’s lowest, thanks to tax credits based on investment and job creation; no sales tax on industrial machinery and equipment, raw materials or pollution-control equipment; and a pro-business attitude.
9. Technology Resources.
Universities, colleges, technical colleges and location in the Tennessee Technology Corridor give companies a competitive advantage.
10. Diversified Economy.
Our economy includes medical companies, educational institutions, manufacturers, corporate headquarters and distribution centers.
For more information, contact:
Northeast Tennessee Valley Regional Industrial Development Association
2425 Highway 75, Building 102
Northeast State Technical Community College
P.O. Box 1022, Tri-Cities Regional Airport
Blountville, TN 37617
Phone: (423) 323-1203
Fax: 423-323-4016
www.netvaly.org
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