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Our quarterly publication, Virginia Economic Review, provides an insider look at Virginia’s economy, its diverse array of world-class companies, its amazing talent, and its stunning natural beauty, as well as insights from national thought leaders.

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04.16.2022

Building Materials & Wood Products

The Future of Manufacturing in America: WestRock

WestRock is one of the world’s largest paper and packaging companies, with multiple locations in Virginia, including corporate offices in Richmond and manufacturing facilities in West Point and Covington.

Micron, Manassas

04.16.2022

Cloud & AI Infrastructure

Advanced Materials Manufacturing

The Future of Manufacturing in America: Micron

Micron produces memory and storage solutions used in automotive, industrial, and networking markets. Recently, the company announced a $3-billion investment in Manassas that will add 1,100 new jobs by 2030. Manish Bhatia is executive vice president of global operations at Micron Technology.

04.01.2022

Innovation

Tech & Cyber

Cloud & AI Infrastructure

Making AI Serve Us All: A Conversation With Kevin Scott

Kevin Scott is chief technology officer and executive vice president, technology and research, at Microsoft, and the author of the 2020 book “Reprogramming the American Dream: From Rural America to Silicon Valley — Making AI Serve Us All,” which discusses how artificial intelligence can promote growth and benefit all of society.

04.01.2022

International Trade

Building Materials & Wood Products

An Exporter's View of International Trade: A Conversation With John Keppler

John Keppler is chairman, CEO, and co-founder of Enviva, the world's largest producer of woody biomass and one of Virginia's largest exporters out of its private terminal in the city of Chesapeake.