COMMUNITY SERVICES

Making Life Better

In keeping with TVA’s mission to make life better for the people who live and work in our seven-state Valley region, our community-focused services and person-centered programming fuel economic recovery and growth.

Empowering Growth By Strengthening Communities

Our communities — and the people who live here — are the source of our region’s strength. In partnership with local and regional organizations, we offer programming to support workforce development, leadership, and economic development.

Training & Development

We develop and deliver future-focused strategies to prepare communities for economic development growth. From leadership training, prospect preparation, rural-focused initiatives, and more, our innovative programs help Valley communities prepare for investment by finding creative solutions for their unique needs.

Workforce Development

In response to the increasing demand for a skilled workforce in the Tennessee Valley for prospective businesses and industries, our workforce development initiatives address critical workforce development and talent supply needs. Our initiatives range from grant-matching programs to assisting local communities understand and address their unique talent pipeline needs.

Site Readiness

In partnership with regional economic development organizations and local leaders, our team helps communities by preparing properties for development. By positioning properties for accelerated development, we give our communities a leg up. Certain projects may be eligible to receive grants through our incentive program, making them more marketable for development.

Meet Our Economic Development Team

We’re here to serve our communities. To learn more about our training and development opportunities or site preparation services, reach out to one of our Area Representatives or Training & Development Consultants.

OUR TEAM

Site Selection Services

In addition to our community-focused programs, we also offer project management and research and design services to support site selection efforts.

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TVA’s Training & Development programs have been an essential part of my personal growth strategy. The content is innovative and has been instrumental in helping me achieve my development goals. No matter your role or years of service, you’re guaranteed to gain valuable insights.

-April Eads, Bristol Tennessee Essential Services Business Development Manager
To say that TVA’s site and product development programs have made a tremendous difference in our recruitment efforts would be an understatement.

-Mandy White, Greater Jackson Chamber Chief Economic Development Officer
Our community has received such great support from the TVA, helping our students learn new skills and now, helping expand the Hickory Industrial Park to provide new opportunities for jobs and investment. With our recent attraction of Osmundson and recent expansions, our community is bustling with economic development. Mayfield and Graves County are so thankful for all the great work the TVA does to support economic development in our community.

– Kathy O’Nan, City of Mayfield Mayor
I’m on a team that works tirelessly to improve the lives of the people of the Valley and continue building a sense of pride in the communities we serve.

-Alex Sadler, TVA Economic Development Training & Development
Communities and leaders who embrace change and proactively seek opportunities to grow and create their futures inspire me to do what I do. Give me the chance to work with those who may have some obstacles but who also want to continuously improve, and I feel successful.

-Kristi Brown, TVA Economic Development Training & Development
Economic development is making communities ready for investment and economic success to help them attract jobs and more opportunities for their citizens.

-Neil MacDonald, TVA Economic Development Regional Development Specialist

Our Communities Are Industry-Ready

Our region is home to a diverse group of businesses and industries including aerospace, automotive, clean technology, food & beverage, manufacturing, information systems, and more.

EXPLORE INDUSTRIES

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We’ve helped thousands of companies find a home in our seven-state Valley region.

99.999% Reliability

TVA offers highly reliable power to its customers, despite record-setting weather.

Diverse Power Generation

Nearly 60% of the region’s power comes from carbon-free sources.

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Competitive Electricity Rates

The Valley region enjoys the lowest industrial rates among peer utilities.

In the News

Eli Lilly Announces Plans to Establish Operations in Huntsville, Alabama

Eli Lilly, a leading pharmaceutical company, announced plans to establish operations in Huntsville, Alabama. Plans for the advanced manufacturing facility include creating 450 new quality jobs and investing $6 billion, which represents the largest initial investment in the state’s history. Economic development partners include Alabama Department of Commerce, Athens Utilities, Huntsville-Madison County Chamber of Commerce,…

Toyota to Expand its U.S. Manufacturing Presence in Jackson, Tennessee and Blue Springs, Mississippi

Toyota, a global automotive manufacturer, announced plans to expand its U.S. manufacturing presence, including two locations within TVA’s footprint. Toyota announced plans to invest $125 million in the company’s Blue Springs, Mississippi facility and $71.4 million along with 33 new jobs at its casting plant in Jackson, Tennessee. Economic development partners include Mississippi Development Authority,…

Hyosung HICO Announces Expansion in Memphis, Tennessee

Hyosung HICO, a global power transformer manufacturer, announced plans to expand operations in Memphis, Tennessee. Plans for the project include creating 240 new jobs and investing more than $150 million as the company constructs a new facility at its U.S. headquarters, marking the second expansion project at the facility in six months. Upon completion, the…