Working in The Uplands

In the Uplands, you will discover defense and automotive manufacturing located mere miles from life sciences hubs; lively urban centers nurturing talented minds and great work places; and community recreation offering boundless exploration and excursions.

Ground to Global

Ever-growing, ever-changing, ever-advancing. As a hub of economic development, the Uplands boasts specialization in the advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and national security industries. Our community cultivates future workers and leaders in a diversity of sectors through highly ranked local schools and world-class higher education and research institutions that are closely connected to regional industry partners. Breaking ground, developing skills, going global—that’s the Uplands way.

Energy to Enterprise

Small businesses thrive in an environment of abundant natural resources, an eager workforce, and an energized, regionally focused economy. We value global opportunities and thrive in a regional market that caters to artisans, tourists, innovators, and entrepreneurs.

Employer to Empowering

We develop businesses and our workforce in tandem while cultivating the leaders of tomorrow. Our employers combine educational initiatives with incubator spaces for the latest industry models in engineering, informatics, science, production, microelectronics, cybersecurity, and much more.