“We want to thank local and state government officials, as well as the Valley Partnership, for their important role in helping us to establish a manufacturing plant and bring jobs to the West Point community.”

Beda Bolzenius
President
Johnson Controls Automotive Experience

Automotive Manufacturers and Suppliers

Discover why the Columbus, Georgia Region is home to some of the world’s most successful automotive companies and support industries

Location. Location. Location.

One of the fastest growing areas of the Southern Auto Corridor
Strategically positioned in the center of the southeastern U.S.
West Point, Georgia is home to the new Kia plant—and just 80 miles from Hyundai’s Montgomery, Alabama plant
Tier 1 automotive suppliers Daehan Solution and JCI are located in Harris County
Waggoners Trucking Southeast Regional Headquarters located in Columbus
Easy access to an extensive transportation network

Sites—available and affordable

Wide availability of shovel-ready sites
Abundant, affordable utilities

Manpower—hardworking and experienced

300,000 employable residents in trade area
More than 43,000 applied for 2,500 Kia production and maintenance positions
9.7% unemployment rate (MSA)—and over 11,000 underemployed workers
Proximity to Fort Benning —means a large population of working spouses and those transitioning to civilian life
FREE training programs through QuickStart or AIDT —extensive options and no cost to employer

A pro-business environment that’s employee-friendly, too

Forbes ranks the area one of the “Best Places for Business and Careers”
Tax incentives and business programs
Streamlined permitting and regulation
Excellent quality of life
Low cost of living
Commitment to education
Wide variety of cultural and recreational activities

Contact us today to learn how
The Valley Partnership can help you grow your business.

1200 Sixth Avenue
PO Box 1200
Columbus, GA 31902-1200
Phone (706) 327-1566 or
(800) 360-8552
Fax (706) 327-7512
info@thevalleypartnership.com