HENRY COUNTY, VA – VF Corporation's plan to invest $10.2 million to grow their operation in Henry County will create 82 new jobs.
The company will use its current 500,000-square-foot facility to increase distribution capacity to deliver products to its consumers faster.
Virginia successfully competed with California and Pennsylvania for the project.
VF Corporation owns and operates a family of iconic outdoor, active, and workwear brands including Vans, The North Face, and Timberland.
VF Corporation has been an employer in county since 2003.
“We’ve proudly operated our distribution center in Martinsville for 18 years and we know that continuing to invest in Martinsville is the right choice given its location and committed employees,” said Cameron Bailey, VF Corporation Executive Vice President, Global Supply Chain. “The planned investments in this facility, from enhanced technology to improved distribution equipment, as well as the 82 new full-time positions, will help deliver our products to our consumers in a more efficient and prompt manner. On behalf of our brands and VF as a whole, we extend our gratitude to Governor Northam and Senator Stanley for their continued partnership.”
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with the Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation and the Virginia Office of Outdoor Recreation to secure the project for Virginia.
Governor Ralph Northam approved a $225,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Henry County with the project.
The company is eligible to receive benefits from the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development.
Funding and services to support the company’s employee training activities will be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program.
“VF Corporation has thrived in Henry County for nearly 20 years, and we are thrilled to see the company continue to invest in the Commonwealth,” said Governor Northam. “Virginia’s strong outdoor recreation economy supports the growth of companies like VF Corporation. We look forward to the company’s continued success here in the Commonwealth as our ecotourism industry grows.”