Virginia Economic Development Partnership

Have you ever visited a place and thought, “Should I move here?” 🤔 Bonnie Chavez did! Bonnie is originally from New Mexico and decided to move to Roanoke, Virginia after falling in love with the region’s mountains and beauty. Bonnie is now the CEO of Building Beloved Communities helping nonprofits and government agencies succeed. Listen as Bonnie discusses quality of life and talent opportunities in Roanoke and Virginia as a whole, including what drew her to the area, the opportunities for talent and her own "Why Virginia" story.

Last month, Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace broke ground on their 150,000-square-foot facility in James City County. Not only will this investment create more than 180 new jobs, but Kongsberg's investment is a perfect example of why Virginia is an ideal destination for businesses around the world. Link to the PR in the comments. Hampton Roads Alliance

Radian Forge will invest $10.5 million to increase manufacturing operations in Portsmouth, creating 53 new jobs. The wire arc additive manufacturing startup specializes in the production of large-scale precision-grade maritime parts, primarily for the U.S. Navy. “The region’s shipbuilding heritage, technical workforce, and direct access to the fleet make it the right place to scale advanced manufacturing capabilities that matter to national defense," said Radian Forge CEO Jeff Yeager. Read the full release: https://hubs.ly/Q044L8YP0 Hampton Roads Alliance | Portsmouth Economic Development

Virginia’s economic development model is designed for sustained growth through partnerships, not one-off wins that end at the transaction. Read how Virginia’s partnership-focused model continues to deliver results in Area Development: https://hubs.ly/Q044rzty0

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#TradeTuesday: Global trade in the Fredericksburg, Northern Neck, and Middle Peninsula regions of Virginia is a major economic driver, supporting over 10,500 local jobs and contributing 7.3% of the regional GDP. From ideas to agriculture, the region’s businesses are connecting their expertise and products to markets around the world. Top exports include: 💡 Intellectual property licensing 📊 Consulting services 🌱 Soybeans VEDP International Trade | GO Virginia Region 6 | Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at University of Mary Washington | Northern Neck Planning District Commission | Middle Peninsula Alliance

AVIO USA Inc. has selected Pittsylvania County for a historic $500+ million investment, creating over 1,000 advanced manufacturing jobs and strengthening domestic production of critical defense technologies. This marks Avio’s second location in Virginia, reinforcing the company’s confidence in the Commonwealth’s strong workforce, strategic partnerships, and commitment to innovation. Read the release: https://hubs.ly/Q044jJhR0 Southern Virginia Regional Alliance Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism

The Greater Fredericksburg region sits on Virginia's center of opportunity! Located on the Interstate 95 corridor midway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, the region offers strategic access to East Coast and international markets. That proximity to major cities, in addition to Fredericksburg’s own historic downtown, offers a quality of life that is unmatched. Discover why the Greater Fredericksburg region is the fastest growing region in Virginia: https://lnkd.in/efzMAKDA Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at University of Mary Washington

Big news for Richmond. The Richmond Region ranked #5 in the nation (tie) for corporate headquarters projects, according to Site Selection Magazine. This recognition reflects what we’re seeing every day — companies choosing Richmond for its talent pipeline, strategic location, competitive business environment, and momentum across key growth sectors. When headquarters projects land here, it signals confidence. And confidence fuels investment. Richmond is trending upward. Read more about why Richmond ranked top 5: https://lnkd.in/eVFCFwB6 #EconomicDevelopment #CorporateHQ #RichmondVA #SiteSelection #BusinessGrowth

At a time when employers across the Commonwealth are competing nationally for skilled workers, InternshipsVA reflects a clear commitment to connecting students to real work experience and helping businesses build the workforce they need to grow. Read the op-ed by Virginia Business on how the initiative will help Virginia employers develop and retain talent by expanding high-quality, paid internships through public-private collaboration. 🔗 in comments. Virginia Chamber of Commerce Growth4VA