Joint Industrial Development Authority of Wythe County, VA

09/02/2026

The Joint IDA is seeking an experienced, strategic, and community-minded Executive Director to lead economic development efforts for Wythe County, the Town of Wytheville, and the Town of Rural Retreat.

The Executive Director will lead initiatives to attract new businesses and industries, support existing businesses, market available and commercial sites, and advance site and infrastructure development. The position serves as chief advisor to the Joint IDA Board and works closely with local governments, businesses, developers, utilities, regional and state partners, and community organizations.

Apply at: wytheville.org/employment

05/28/2026

The Virginia To***co Region Revitalization Commission recently awarded the Joint IDA $390,657 for the redevelopment of the blighted building located at 140 S 1st Street in downtown Wytheville. This rehabilitation project will restore ten residential units to Wythe County’s housing market and return over 3,000 sq. ft. of street level commercial space to inventory in downtown Wytheville. To date, the project has received more than $1.9 million in grant awards from our partners at the Commission, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, and Virginia Housing. To read about this and other projects funded at the Commission's recent meeting visithttps://revitalizeva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Spring-2026-TRRC-Awards-2.0.pdf

05/19/2026

Today the Joint IDA celebrates the opening of the JST Power Equipment facility in the Town of Wytheville, VA, which is dedicated to manufacturing three-phase pad-mounted transformers for US markets. We look forward to their continued growth in Wythe County VA at the Center of Progress.

05/14/2026

The Joint Industrial Development Authority held its annual Tenure Awards luncheon to celebrate Wythe County industries at the Wytheville Meeting Center. An important part of the Joint IDA’s annual industry appreciation activities is our recognition of companies that have had a presence in Wythe County for a multiple of five years. Our tenure awards give us an opportunity to acknowledge and honor the important contributions made by these businesses in our community.

Joining the Joint IDA Board of Directors and the celebrated businesses were members of Wythe County VA administration, Town of Wytheville Council members and administration, and business service partners Wytheville Community College, and Mount Rogers Region. The Joint IDA also recognized the ongoing community support of WythevilleOffices.com, who has been the sole sponsor of the luncheon since its inception in 2005.

Joint IDA Executive Director David Manley shared the history of each company being awarded, and a commemorative glass trophy was presented by Joint IDA Chairman Michael Cole. The following companies were recognized for their contributions to the community over extended periods:

Blue Ridge Gatorade - 20 Years
Somic America, Inc - 25 Years
Oak Hall Cap & Gown - 30 Years
Austinville Limestone Co. - 45 Years

To read each company bio, please visit https://wytheida.org/2026-joint-ida-tenure-awards/

04/15/2026

Congratulations to Downtown Wytheville and the Town of Wytheville for being recognized as a 2026 Great American Main Street Award winner! What an honor for Main Street America to celebrate the years of vision, collaboration, investment, and community support that have gone into revitalizing Wytheville's downtown!

02/04/2026

The Joint Industrial Development Authority joins Wythe County VA and the Town of Wytheville in congratulating Clarke Precision Machine and Harbor on their partnership and growth plans! To read the full press release visit: https://wytheida.org/harbor-acquisition-of-clarke-precision-machine-advances-sixty-year-manufacturing-legacy/

01/07/2026

The Joint Industrial Development Authority of Wythe County, VA will be hosting a Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) for a How to Qualify Workshop for the Virginia Enterprise Zone (VEZ) program at the Wytheville Meeting Center as one of five workshops being held throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. These workshops will provide detailed instructions on the qualification process for Grant Year 2025 Real Property Investment Grants and Job Creation Grants.

Workshops are for companies located in an Enterprise Zone that created jobs or made investments in real property in calendar year 2025. There will also be a section for CPAs who are conducting attestations for applicants. Attendance is open to the public and free of charge. Please REGISTER through the link below.

https://dmz1.dhcd.virginia.gov/dhcdevents/registration.aspx?EID=630

04/25/2025

The Joint Industrial Development Authority held its annual Tenure Awards luncheon to celebrate Wythe County industries on April 24, 2025, at the Wytheville Meeting Center. An important part of the Joint IDA’s annual industry appreciation activities is our recognition of companies that have had a presence in Wythe County for a multiple of five years. Our tenure awards give us an opportunity to acknowledge and honor the important contributions made by these businesses in our community.

Joining the Joint IDA Board of Directors and the celebrated businesses were members of Wythe County VA administration, Town of Wytheville Council members, Town of Rural Retreat and business service partners Wytheville Community College, Mount Rogers Region, and the Wytheville-Wythe-Bland Chamber of Commerce. The Joint IDA also recognized the ongoing community support of WythevilleOffices.com, who has been the sole sponsor of the luncheon since its inception in 2005.

Joint IDA Executive Director David Manley shared the history of each company being awarded, and a commemorative glass trophy was presented by Joint IDA Chairman Michael Cole. The following companies were recognized for their contributions to the community over extended periods:

Clarke Precision Machine - 10 Years
Southwest Specialty Heat Treat - 30 Years
Camrett Logistics - 30 Years
AQ Transformer Solutions - 40 Years
Coperion Corporation - 45 Years
Stevens Feed Mill of Rural Retreat - 125 Years

03/06/2025

Please join us in celebrating the naming of John Matthews to Virginia Business magazine's inaugural Forty Under 40 list! John has been working in economic development for over a decade and is a dedicated professional. We are so glad he's on our team and working to strengthen the future of the communities we serve. Congratulations John. You earned this!

🎉 Congratulations to the 2025 Forty Under 40 Honorees! 🎉

Meet them here: https://bit.ly/40M70GX

Forty Under 40 recognizes up and coming business professionals — Under the age of 40 — based on their professional accomplishments, community service and commitment to inspiring change.

Awards Celebration is May 12th!

02/06/2025

Governor Youngkin announces Agricultural Disaster Microloans up to $150,000. Applications are reviewed in a first come, first served manner. The application deadline is February 28, 2025. To view loan requirements, a complete list of counties and cities affected, or to apply, please visit https://lnkd.in/ePgFmfev. For the full release, please visit https://sbsd.virginia.gov/governor-youngkin-announces-agricultural-disaster-microloans-up-to-150000/.