Analytics & Strategic Insights
Your analytics partner for informed site decisions
VEDP delivers end-to-end service to companies focused on the most important factors in a Virginia location search, from commercial real estate dynamics to job posting intelligence to cost-of- living benchmarks. Our analysis uncovers real-time, actionable trends to aid companies in making data-driven site decisions.
VEDP, Richmond
Real-time analytics that support real decisions
VEDP’s analysis is built to support projects at every stage of the life cycle, from exploratory inquiries to active searches. As soon as a company engages with Virginia, our team of project managers, research professionals, and industry experts listens to understand your specific needs, then works to evaluate locations, weigh tradeoffs, and shape a clear, customized case for doing business in Virginia.
VEDP, Richmond
A consultative, customized analytics approach
No two projects are the same, and neither is VEDP’s analysis. Our team provides tailored support that evolves as a project progresses, from responding to RFIs and evaluating sites to building business cases and conducting ad hoc analysis tied to talent, infrastructure, utilities, and operating costs. Every engagement is designed around what matters most to your company.
Insights beyond public data
Companies often rely on publicly available data that only tells part of the story. VEDP highlights intelligence that isn’t easily accessible, such as local constraints and opportunities and context drawn from deep knowledge of Virginia’s communities and assets. We also provide access to extensive proprietary data.
Helping companies identify and reduce risk
Every question a company asks reflects a potential risk. VEDP’s analytics are designed to surface and address concerns early so you can move forward with clarity and confidence before making major capital commitments.
Industry-specific expertise that matters
VEDP’s analytics are closely aligned with our industry teams, ensuring insights are relevant and credible for each sector. Analysts work directly with our subject matter experts to tailor crucial information for different industries and business models.
Meet your
strategic partners
Stephen Hartka helps shape how companies understand and evaluate Virginia as a place to invest and grow. In his role at VEDP, he oversees research, marketing, and communications while supporting executive leadership on strategic priorities and organizational alignment
Landon Webber works across VEDP’s research and analytics functions, using data to shape business strategy and inform key economic development priorities.