Economic Development

Top Line for Economic Development:
Pro-business climate. Skilled workforce. Established training pipeline. Abundant resources. Integrated network of business and government.

Lawrence County is a beautiful place to operate a business for some great bottom-line reasons.

  • Skilled, stable workforce concentrated in manufacturing, retail trade and healthcare
  • Workforce development pipeline from two colleges with custom programs for business
  • Member of SkillsUSA with active participation in KeyTrain and WorkKeys assessment
  • School system that consistently achieves regional, state and national recognition
  • An abundance of electric power, natural gas and water to support growing companies
  • Affordable living in a stable community surrounded by extraordinary natural beauty

Interested in relocating or expanding your company? Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is your conduit to local leadership, business connections, site availability, government approvals and incentives. Ryan Egly or Ben Barnett will be happy to discuss your vision and needs anytime. You can reach them in our downtown offices at 931-762-4911.

Ryan Egly

President & CEO

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Ben Barnett

Project Manager

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