Global Assistance Program

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Greater Richmond, Virginia USA

PARTICIPATING GAP COMPANIESWe will introduce you to only those business service providers that have experience working with international companies. We recognize that each company is unique and introductions will be made on an individual basis according to your needs and wishes. Available service providers include:

WHAT IS THE GLOBAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM?

As a foreign investor in the U.S., we know you face many challenges. Navigating an unfamiliar set of legal, monetary and other systems can be intimidating and it is easy to fall into any number of pitfalls without the proper knowledge. That is why it is so important to seek good advice from experts. But how do you identify the right lawyer, accountant, insur-ance agent, etc. who has the experience necessary to help you build a stable foundation for your business in the U.S.?

The Greater Richmond Partnership’s Global Assistance Program (GAP) is a one-stop shop designed to provide these essential connections for firms exploring opportunities in the U.S. market.

WHY START THIS PROCESS?

The U.S. is the biggest economy in the world, so opportunities abound for new businesses. Avoid wasting time and money by taking advantage of expert advice and doing things right the first time.

The Greater Richmond Partnership has helped locate more than 100 international businesses since its inception, so we are well equipped to guide your business through the steps necessary to establish your U.S. presence in the Richmond Region.

Our referral partners are all experienced professionals that have worked with international businesses such as yours. Your information is always kept confidential and your first meeting with any of our partners is free.

Company Industry WebsiteCherry Bekaert LLP Accounting www.cbh.com

Dixon Hughes Goodman Accounting www.dhgllp.com

Elliott Davis Accounting www.elliottdavis.com

Ernst & Young, LLP Accounting www.ey.com

Keiter Accounting www. keitercpa.com

KPMG LLP Accounting www.kpmg.com

PwC Accounting www.pwc.com

The Martin Agency Advertising www.martinagency.com

Padilla CRT Advertising www.padillacrt.com

Whittington Consulting LLC Advertising www.rickwhittington.com

Baskervill Architects and Engineers www. baskervill.com

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. Architects and Engineers www.fandr.com

Timmons Architects and Engineers www.timmons.com

BB&T Finance and Banking www.bbt.com

Bank of America Finance and Banking www.bankofamerica.com

Chase Commercial Banking Finance and Banking www.chase.com

SunTrust Bank Finance and Banking www.suntrust.com

Wells Fargo, N.A. Finance and Banking www.wellsfargo.com

Rutherfoord Insurance Broker www.rutherfoord.com

Challa Law Offices Legal Services www. challalaw.com

Hirschler Fleischer Legal Services www.hf-law.com

Hunton & Williams LLP Legal Services www.hunton.com

Kaplan Voekler Cunningham & Frank Legal Services www.kv-legal.com

LeClairRyan Legal Services www.leclairryan.com

McCandlish Holton, PC Legal Services www.lawmh.com

McGuireWoods LLP Legal Services www.mcguirewoods.com

Sands Anderson PC Legal Services www.sandsanderson.com

ThompsonMcMullan Legal Services www.t-mlaw.com

Troutman Sanders LLP Legal Services www.troutmansanders.com

Williams Mullen Legal Services www.williamsmullen.com

Joyner Fine Properties Real Estate and Relocation www.joynerfineproperties.com

Long & Foster Real Estate Real Estate and Relocation www.longandfoster.com

VISIT SERVICESWhen you decide to visit the Richmond Region, we’ve got you covered. We’ll work with your needs to create a com-plete visit itinerary, from your hotel res-ervations, to site visits, to meetings with experienced service providers who will guide you through the location process with professional advice.

RESEARCHOur research department can provide a bevy of information about the Richmond Region, including cost comparisons, labor data, tax information and more. A wealth of general information is available on our website, and our team of researchers can also provide customized data. If you need advanced research, we can refer you to the appropriate university or private research provider.

PUBLIC RELATIONSOnce located, we can provide assis-tance in announcing your arrival and services to local, regional, and national media through a joint press release and social media promotion. Our level of involvement is up to you.

REAL ESTATEThe Richmond Region’s building costs are well below the national average, and there are plenty of options, whether you need acreage for new construction, a lo-cation downtown or space in an office or industrial park. Whatever you decide, we can provide you with the best options to match your needs, including a real estate tour as part of your visit itinerary.

STAFFINGThe Richmond Region’s diverse indus-tries and almost 30 educational institu-tions provide an ample supply of skilled personnel. We’ll help match you with desired employees through connections with local workforce groups and profes-sional staffing agencies.

INCENTIVESStarting a new venture is not easy. That’s why incentives are available for qualifying projects at the local and state levels. A variety of benefits are available, including infrastructure improvements, tax credits, cash grants, recruiting and training, and more.

INTRODUCTIONSMeet the people who will help spring-board you to success in the U.S. When appropriate, we can connect you to Richmond-area suppliers, similar or complementary businesses and previ-ously located companies. Once you’ve decided to locate, we can address your needs by pointing you in the right direc-tion.

HOW WE CAN HELPThis page includes some of the support services that can be provided to your company by the Greater Richmond Part-nership. With 20 years of experience, we are equipped to handle all types of company relocations and expansions; and if we aren’t the most qualified party to help you with a particular challenge, chances are we know who is.

EMPLOYEE RELOCATIONMoving to a new community involves more than the relocation of the business. Ultimately, your employees will be build-ing a new life. That’s why we’ve dedicated a whole website, LoveWhat YouFind.com, to help your employees’ tran-sition into Richmond run as smoothly as possible. We provide information on communities, housing options, services, education, entertainment, and much more!

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The Greater Richmond Partnership, Inc. is the regional economic development group representing the City of Richmond and the Counties of Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico. We offer site location assistance and other services to domestic and foreign companies planning new or expanded facilities. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, services are

provided at no cost to the company and with complete confidentiality.

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VIRGINIA: BEST STATE FOR BUSINESSn More than 37,000 new jobs and $5.6 billion invested by international firms since 2004n More than 700 internationally owned businesses from 45 countries n The state’s 6% corporate income tax rate has not changed since 1972. It is the 6th lowest in the countryn Right-to-work state with moderate wages, low levels of union-ization, and Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation costs among the lowest in the U.S.n Ranks among the top 10 states in labor productivity

METRO RICHMOND: CENTER OF COMMERCE Richmond is the capital of Virginia, the center of commerce, government and academic endeavors:n All business support services are available with multilingual staff capabilities, including accounting, financial, and legal service providers with international experiencen Home to 10 Fortune 1000 headquartersn Nearly 30 colleges and universities with nearly 80,000 students and more than 14,000 degrees conferred annuallyn The cost of living is below the U.S. national average and significantly lower than in larger metro areas such as New York and Los Angelesn Richmond metro area is the nation’s 45th largest economy, among 363 metrosn If Metro Richmond were a country, it would have the world’s 111th largest economy, slightly larger than Croatia’s