Mountain West Partnership actively recruits new businesses to our area, providing them with the tools, resources, and support needed to develop and nurture our thriving local economy.
Supporting Businesses in the Mountain West Region
Mountain West Partnership actively supports existing businesses and recruits new industry to the seven westernmost counties of North Carolina—Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, Swain, and the Qualla Boundary. By connecting businesses with the tools, resources, and strategic support they need to grow, Mountain West Partnership helps strengthen the regional economy, create jobs, and foster long-term prosperity across Western North Carolina.
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Mountains of Opportunity
WNC offers a vibrant business environment with a growing economy, diverse industries, and a skilled workforce. The region boasts a high quality of life, making it an attractive place to live and work. Our strong sense of community and supportive local networks create a conducive atmosphere for business growth and innovation.
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Starting a new company or growing your established one shares many of the same obstacles. Hiring and keeping employees, finding infrastructure resources, acquiring land, and securing funding can impede an owner's goals and business dreams. That's where Mountain West Partnership steps in. Serving the seven westernmost counties of NC—Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, Swain, and the Qualla Boundary, our team provides a wealth of resources for your business by connecting you to information, community organizations, and any other tools you may need to grow.
Who we areA Division of the
Southwestern Commission
Your regional council of government, the Southwestern Commission, serves as a technical, economic, and planning resource to local towns and counties in our Western region. As a division of the Southwestern Commission, our work ensures that regional growth occurs healthily and sustainably, benefiting us all. Working with the Southwestern Commission allows us to improve the quality of life in the seven westernmost counties of Western North Carolina through workforce development, community and economic development, infrastructure development, and more.
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We offer an intuitive resource directory tool to connect businesses with the help you need to start or grow. From receiving guidance to make your venture a success or take your business to the next level, to finding the right team of business allies who will work with you as your business grows, Mountain West Partnership is your one-stop shop.
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Infrastructure
Infrastructure development plays a key role in ensuring economic growth in our communities. From energy initiatives to tax incentives, Mountain West Partnership provides the tools and resources you need to sustain and grow your business.
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business support
Business Support
Our community is rapidly expanding, and we excel in creating a diverse economy by connecting new and incoming businesses to the necessary support to relocate, grow, and thrive. Western North Carolina is an ideal location for your business to operate and succeed.
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Find A Property
Our region boasts a wide range of industrial and commercial buildings and sites for companies of all sizes. Whether you want to buy or lease, we help ensure the land acquisition process is seamless by connecting you to the right building site.
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Infrastructure development plays a key role in ensuring economic growth in our communities. From energy initiatives to tax incentives, Mountain West Partnership provides the tools and resources you need to sustain and grow your business.
find the toolsBusiness Support
Our community is rapidly expanding, and we excel in creating a diverse economy by connecting new and incoming businesses to the necessary support to relocate, grow, and thrive. Western North Carolina is an ideal location for your business to operate and succeed.
get supportFind Property
Our region boasts a wide range of industrial and commercial buildings and sites for companies of all sizes. Whether you want to buy or lease, we help ensure the land acquisition process is seamless by connecting you to the right building site.
learn moreThe Mountain West Partnership has become a powerhouse, providing invaluable support to our businesses and the region. The partnership is a tremendous asset to our seven Western counties and continues to prove its worth as it gains momentum.”
—Tommy Jenkins, Former Macon County Economic Development Director and North Carolina State Senator
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