The growth of Chesapeake and its predecessors was been fueled by its location and transportation considerations. These continue to be major factors. The Hampton Roads Area is known for its Ports and its Maritime related industries such as Warehousing, Distribution and Logistics Operations. Chesapeake is also home to a burgeoning Modeling and Simulation industry, as well Aerospace and Aviation, Defense related industries and Company Management operations.
The region's tourism industry creates over 10,000 seasonal jobs during summer months. This group provides an additional source of workers to companies with personnel needs that peak at other times of the year.
Each year over 15,000 trained and disciplined personnel exit the military. Many of these persons elect to stay in the area and look for private sector employment. In addition, there are approximately 20,000 military spouses available to work.
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