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.

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Hershey Plant worker
First Quarter 2020

A Sweet Boot Camp at Hershey's

The candy giant thought outside the box to expand its employment pool in Augusta County. 

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Joel Salatin with pigs
First Quarter 2020

Selling Sustainability: A Conversation With Joel Salatin

Joel Salatin owns and operates Polyface Farms and speaks about how he runs a successful farm without betraying his sustainable operating principles.

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Sauer Brands Inc., Richmond
First Quarter 2020

Sauer Sells a Virginia Tradition Overseas

Leading packaged-food manufacturer Sauer Brands, Inc. is prepared to meet growing global appetites as they seek professional export insight and assistance for global expansion.

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VER Q1 2020 Podcast Food Beverage
First Quarter 2020

What's Next for the Food & Beverage Industry? A Conversation With Top Site Consultants

Three site consultants talk about the factors that make food and beverage projects work in different regions. 

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Elementary school students in South Boston use robots to learn coding principles
Fourth Quarter 2019

Southern Virginia Rewrites Its Economic Story

Microsoft's investments and partnerships in Boydton and South Boston are positioning Southern Virginia as a tech destination.

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MAREA Q4 VER
Fourth Quarter 2019

Going Below

New subsea cables landing in Virginia Beach have created a burgeoning data center market in Hampton Roads and Richmond.

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Podcasts

Andy Edmunds

Visual Virginia

July 9, 2025

A Conversation With Andy Edmunds, Director, Virginia Film Office

Michelle Williams, Julia Boas

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

Candice Ling

The Role of AI in Cybersecurity

April 1, 2025

A Conversation With Candice Ling, Senior Vice President, Microsoft

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