START OR GROW A BUSINESS

We are pleased that you have chosen to put down roots and operate a business in Isle of Wight County. From home occupations to Fortune 500 companies, from wheat fields to industrial parks, Isle of Wight County has a diverse business climate. Companies locating here will find great support for industry, agriculture and small business. Beyond having an abundance of available land unlike many other cities or counties in the region, we have available building space, offer a skilled, diverse workforce and very competitive tax rates and incentives for new and existing businesses.

The Economic Development Department is here to help you navigate the process to get your business up and running or to help you grow and expand.

Small Business Start-Up Checklist


NEED TO KNOW YOUR BUSINESS LOCATION? To determine whether your business is located within the Town of Smithfield, Town of Windsor, or within Isle of Wight County, please click here.

*This checklist is intended as a general guide only. Actual steps may vary on a case-by-case basis. If you have a specific question for a county department, contact us!

Small Business Resources
Small Business Resource Guide (Aug. 2025) Virginia Business Stop
Existing Business Outreach Program Virginia Guide to Business Incentives (Jan. 2023)
Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center Virginia Dept. of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
Local Initiatives Support Corp. (LISC – Hampton Roads) Virginia Small Business Financing Authority
SCORE Hampton Roads – Business Mentors Selling to Virginia – Virginia’s eProcurement Portal
StartWheel – Growing, Guiding and Connecting Entrepreneurs Federal, State, and Local Business Incentives in Isle of Wight

 

Local Business Membership Groups