
No. 6
Virginia is the 6th Best State for Business 2012
Taxation and Regulations
Workforce Quality
Living Environment
Based on CEO Survey by ChiefExecutive.net
Development Trend Indicator—Positive |
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Has focused on entrepreneur-friendliness and leveraging higher-ed advantages. |
CEO Comments |
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“California is a mess. Virginia is tops for governance and attractiveness to business. Colorado is great for living and governance. Only problem is not on a coast.”
“Texas is extremely business friendly. Virginia is also excellent for business. Between the two they provide excellent options to relocate a business and grow the business.” “It’s not only low taxes; it’s a bi-partisan environment that views business as positive and works to address issues. Virginia is terrific at this.” |
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