Virginia Economic Review
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.

Infrastructure Excellence Draws International Investment
Global companies cite Washington Dulles International Airport and the Port of Virginia as key factors in success.
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Best Practices for Minimizing the Impact of Federal Visa Roadblocks
Virginia leaders advise foreign companies to plan for lengthy visa application timelines.
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A Deep Dive Into Asian Markets
Dennis Meseroll from Tractus Asia Limited spoke with Jason El-Koubi about reshoring, nearshoring, and other trends he’s seeing with Asian companies and markets.
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A Win-Win Situation
STIHL's apprenticeship program helps create a skilled manufacturing workforce.
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Tools of the Trade
When Dutch secondary packaging solutions provider BluePrint Automation decided to open a U.S. location in 1987, the company chose a site in Chesterfield County near Richmond, due in part to the regional talent market and multiple nearby ports that could facilitate importing.
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Global Capital, Local Impact
How foreign direct investment helps the U.S. economy and creates jobs
Read MorePodcasts


The Sweet Spot of Jobs and Livability
July 9, 2025
A Conversation With Julia Boas, Director of Business Investment and Talent, and Michelle Williams, Digital Strategies Program Manager, Roanoke Regional Partnership

The Role of AI in Cybersecurity
April 1, 2025
A Conversation With Candice Ling, Senior Vice President, Microsoft