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","field_map_region_index":"0"},{"title":"Eastern Shore","path":"\/region\/eastern-shore","field_summary_text":"The Eastern Shore, historically known for agricultural and seafood production, is diversifying its economy by growing the manufacturing and service sectors, enhancing tourism infrastructure, and supporting the advancement of aerospace and small businesses.","field_map_region_index":"1"},{"title":"Greater Fredericksburg","path":"\/region\/greater-fredericksburg","field_summary_text":"Greater Fredericksburg is located on the Interstate 95 corridor, midway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, offering strategic access to East Coast and international markets, a highly educated workforce, diverse economic clusters, and a lower cost of doing business.","field_map_region_index":"2"},{"title":"Greater Richmond","path":"\/region\/greater-richmond","field_summary_text":"Richmond is Virginia\u2019s state capital, and this dynamic and culturally rich region offers residents and businesses the advantages of a growing, vibrant metropolitan area with developable acreage in suburban and rural areas. ","field_map_region_index":"3"},{"title":"Hampton Roads","path":"\/region\/hampton-roads","field_summary_text":"With its diverse economy and the fastest-growing port on the East Coast, Hampton Roads is a region engineered for the future of global business, offering an integrated transportation network, technical innovation, and a skilled workforce.","field_map_region_index":"4"},{"title":"I-95 I-85 Intersection","path":"\/region\/i95-i85-intersection","field_summary_text":"Just south of the state capital, Virginia\u2019s Gateway Region is a portal to commerce well-positioned for logistics\/distribution and advanced manufacturing companies seeking a location easily accessible to major U.S. markets.","field_map_region_index":"17"},{"title":"I81-I77 Crossroads","path":"\/region\/i81-i77-crossroads","field_summary_text":"The I81-I77 Crossroads is a prime Southwest Virginia location offering companies in the region strategic market and distribution advantages, a strong manufacturing base, and ample education, cultural heritage, and recreation opportunities.","field_map_region_index":"5"},{"title":"Lynchburg Region","path":"\/region\/lynchburg-region","field_summary_text":"Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Lynchburg Region boasts a notable history, a dynamic labor force, and a wealth of continuing education opportunities that provide an exceptional talent pipeline for its diverse industry base.","field_map_region_index":"6"},{"title":"Middle Peninsula","path":"\/region\/middle-peninsula","field_summary_text":"The Middle Peninsula region honors its natural resource heritage while boasting a diverse economic base of business services, research, agriculture, aquaculture, and tourism that creates a platform for business growth.","field_map_region_index":"7"},{"title":"New River Valley","path":"\/region\/new-river-valley","field_summary_text":"Virginia\u2019s New River Valley provides both a small-town atmosphere and an innovative, collaborative culture with a dedicated workforce. Offering cutting-edge research and exceptional education programs from local universities, the region is a natural fit for leading industries","field_map_region_index":"8"},{"title":"Northern Neck","path":"\/region\/northern-neck","field_summary_text":"Bordered by the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers and Chesapeake Bay, the Northern Neck offers a rich heritage and unparalleled natural resources that have shaped the region\u2019s industry base, coupled with a reliable talent pool and a business-friendly climate.","field_map_region_index":"9"},{"title":"Northern Shenandoah Valley","path":"\/region\/northern-shenandoah-valley","field_summary_text":"The Northern Shenandoah Valley is a fast-growing region with a strong economy driven by a diverse blend of industry, agriculture, and tourism that attracts business and residential development due to its location and excellent road, rail, and air service.","field_map_region_index":"10"},{"title":"Northern Virginia","path":"\/region\/northern-virginia","field_summary_text":"Northern Virginia is a major center for commerce that delivers a diverse, top-ranked workforce coupled with an integrated transportation network that facilitates continued business growth and access to global markets.","field_map_region_index":"11"},{"title":"Roanoke Region","path":"\/region\/roanoke-region","field_summary_text":"The Roanoke Region is economically diverse, providing excellent market access and the infrastructure and resources to attract a range of industries, coupled with a low cost of living and doing business as well as unparalleled outdoor amenities.","field_map_region_index":"12"},{"title":"Shenandoah Valley","path":"\/region\/shenandoah-valley","field_summary_text":"Virginia\u0027s Shenandoah Valley is a diverse region with a strong manufacturing base and vibrant technology sector that includes innovations in agriculture, information technology, health care, and advanced manufacturing, fostering a stable economy where companies thrive.","field_map_region_index":"13"},{"title":"South Central Virginia","path":"\/region\/south-central-virginia","field_summary_text":"South Central Virginia is a prime location to cultivate growth, strategically situated midway between Richmond and Raleigh, N.C., and boasting an advanced transportation infrastructure, extensive fiber broadband, and a dedicated workforce.","field_map_region_index":"14"},{"title":"Southern Virginia","path":"\/region\/southern-virginia","field_summary_text":"Offering stable taxes and average wages 24% below the national average, Southern Virginia is a region built on manufacturing that delivers strategic access to markets, a skilled talent pool, and innovative, targeted workforce training. ","field_map_region_index":"15"},{"title":"Southwest Virginia","path":"\/region\/southwest-virginia-","field_summary_text":"State-of-the-art broadband infrastructure, an outstanding labor force, and more than 40 available sites and buildings combine to make Southwest Virginia a low-cost business destination.","field_map_region_index":"16"}]