When you’re on the top, it’s not just about being number one – it’s about staying there. In June, CNBC named Virginia America’s Top State for Business, and now, Business Facilities magazine has ranked Virginia #1 for Economic Growth Potential, an award that all of us here in the Commonwealth plan to see to fruition.

The study took a hard look at factors like job creation, project development, incentives and workforce. It also took into account the state’s growth strategy; including the depth and breadth of incentives, as well as partnerships among state and local governments, educational institutions and businesses.

Virginia has done its part to help keep its business climate positive, including the formation of the Economic Development and Job Creation Commission and the Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing. Both aim to carry out Virginia’s goal of more jobs and investment for the Commonwealth now and in the future.

Check out the article in Business Facilities for the full rankings.