About
Our Mission
The Mission of the Washington County Economic Development Council is to enhance job growth and increase the tax base of Washington County, Johnson City and Jonesborough by engaging the community and business leaders through nurturing existing businesses and actively recruiting new industries and commerce.
What We Do
The Washington County Economic Development Council focuses on recruiting, retaining, and expanding businesses in Washington County and Johnson City Tennessee. Our board is made up of community members, business owners, elected officials, and economic development professionals.
Keep Up to Date
Latest Announcements
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Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce MD Carts, LLC to Expand Manufacturing Presence in Northeast Tennessee
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and MD…
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Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce BorTec USA to Establish First US Production Facility in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and CommunityDevelopment Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and BorTec USA officials…
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Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce PVS Plastics Technology Corporation to Establish Manufacturing Operations in Washington County
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter and PVS Plastics Technology…
Media Coverage
WCEDC in the News
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225 new jobs coming to Johnson City following $14M investment into golf cart manufacturing
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — A $14 million investment into a golf cart manufacturing facility is expected to bring 225…
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German company chooses Johnson City for new plant
A new manufacturing facility in Johnson City will be the first U.S. location for a German-based company. State officials announced…
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Plastics company picks Johnson City for its second US-based location, expected to create 50 jobs
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — A plastics company has selected Johnson City for its second US-based location and is expected…
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Opportunities
Join us in Washington County, where opportunity meets community. Discover why so many businesses are choosing to invest and grow in our region.