Who We Are

The Department of Economic Development acts as a liaison to forge partnerships between business and government in Roanoke. Our staff is comprised of economic development professionals whose core functions include:

Business retention and expansion including a variety of incentives and programs
Engaging the community to both enhance and attract a creative and innovative workforce
Liason with other organizations engaged in workforce development and training
Entrepreneurial development
Facilitation of commercial and industrial development through business attraction
Support to the Economic Development Authority and Roanoke Arts Commission

Contacts:

Rob Ledger
Economic Development Manager

Melissa Murray
Administrative Assistant