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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Ben Davenport
Third Quarter 2019

Securing Southern Virginia's Future: A Conversation with Ben Davenport

Ben Davenport has been a champion for economic development in rural Virginia for decades and discusses the sources of growth in the region.  

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Tom Barkin
Third Quarter 2019

Moving the Needle in Rural Communities: A Conversation with Tom Barkin

Tom Barkin, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, discusses issues leading to a divide between urban and rural areas in the Fed’s Fifth District.

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Commonwealth Crossing Business Centre, Henry County
Third Quarter 2019

The Business of Creating Business-Ready Sites

Virginia looks to increase the availability of development-ready sites with a two-pronged approach of characterization and development.

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Liebherr USA
Second Quarter 2019

The Future of Manufacturing in America: Liebherr

Liebherr manufactures large trucks for the mining industry, including the world’s largest diesel-electric mining truck. 

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DuPoint worker
Second Quarter 2019

The Future of Manufacturing in America: DuPont

DuPont has operated its Spruance plant in Chesterfield County since 1929, developing new fibers and resins, continuing to adapt to DuPont’s changing needs.

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Second Quarter 2019

It's Fast Forward for Workforce Credential Training in Virginia

Students have earned more than 14,000 industry credentials since 2016. 

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Podcasts

Joe Dunlap

The State of American Warehousing

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A Conversation With Joe Dunlap, a veteran of the supply chain industry, with stints at UPS, Accenture, and CBRE

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A Conversation With Stephen Edwards, CEO and Executive Director, The Port of Virginia

Andy Edmunds

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