CCED Marketing Trips

Economic Development staff participates in trade shows of selected industries as part of its marketing efforts to attract new investment and jobs into the county. Recently, the staff attended shows in the food technology, medical and microelectronics industries and returned with many leads.

The Semicon West 97 show and conference was especially fruitful. Governor George Allen hosted a luncheon for key semiconductor manufacturers and suppliers at the show in San Francisco/San Jose. The Richmond area continues to receive recognition as the heart of the new “Silicon Dominion”. The number of suppliers that have indicated intentions to locate here to serve the chip manufacturing companies is rapidly expanding. Chesterfield County’s geographical location and infrastructure makes it an ideal spot to serve all the various industries in Central Virginia.

Please let the staff know of any industry-specific shows which may generate strong investment leads for the county, i.e. suppliers,
technology, etc.