Frequently Asked Questions

Stephanie Nelson, Economic and Industrial Grants and Marketing Specialist, is the primary contact for project support in Richmond. She provides customized site data, assists with grant and incentive applications, and coordinates resources for businesses evaluating locations.

Site selectors and executives can rely on her expertise for accurate, detailed information to guide investment decisions. Contact the Richmond Industrial Development Corporation to connect with Stephanie for project-specific assistance.

Richmond offers strategic multimodal access that supports manufacturing, logistics, and advanced industries. The city connects directly to I-75 and I-64, providing quick routes to major markets. Businesses benefit from CSX mainline rail service, RJ Corman connections, and proximity to inland ports in Louisville and Cincinnati, along with coastal ports within a day’s drive.

The Central Kentucky Regional Airport supports corporate aviation, while Blue Grass, Louisville, and Cincinnati airports expand the national and global reach of Richmond-based companies, providing efficient, reliable, and scalable transportation options.

Richmond’s workforce combines experience and emerging talent, with more than 1,200 trained professionals available from the Blue Grass Army Depot transition and a labor pool exceeding 21,000 locally. Within 30 miles, nearly 240,000 workers provide scalable staffing for industry expansion.

Employers benefit from strong representation in manufacturing, healthcare, education, and logistics, supported by degree programs at Eastern Kentucky University that prepare graduates in business, technology, and advanced manufacturing. With a median age of 29, Richmond offers a sustainable, growth-ready talent base.

Richmond provides access to state and regional programs that reduce costs and accelerate investment, including tax credits, financing, and workforce training support. Key incentives include the Kentucky Business Investment Program, Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act, and Industrial Revenue Bonds for capital projects.

Workforce training assistance is available through the Bluegrass State Skills Corporation and Skills Training Investment Credit, while small business programs such as the Kentucky Small Business Credit Initiative and Angel Investment Tax Credit promote entrepreneurship. Contact the Richmond Industrial Development Corporation for updates on local incentive programs.

Richmond features certified, utility-ready industrial sites with strong interstate, rail, and workforce access. The 22-acre Richmond Industrial Park South III site offers a 174,000-square-foot graded pad and proximity to I-75 and Blue Grass Airport. The 46.74-acre CSX Select Site includes direct rail access and full utilities, while the 42-acre Grad Site and 35-acre Burnam No. 4 site provide flexible zoning and ready infrastructure for advanced manufacturing and logistics operations. Each property supports fast-track development and efficient distribution.