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.
From Uniform to Opportunity
How Virginia leads the nation in veteran career transitions.
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Virginia Works to Meet the Tech Moment
Key investments at Virginia Tech, George Mason, University of Virginia help the Commonwealth position itself as a home for AI innovation.
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Workforce Training at the Speed of Industry
Virginia’s FastForward program offers locally relevant job training and certifications — efficiently and affordably.
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Bespoke Training for Emerging Workforce Needs
Award-winning customized training programs help companies ramp up quickly in Virginia.
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Maintaining the Talent Pool
Demographic shifts make talent attraction and retention a key priority for states, regions, localities.
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Putting Talent in the Right Place: A Conversation With Peter Beard
VEDP Senior Vice President of Talent and Workforce Strategy Megan Healy spoke with Beard about talent in Virginia and the rest of the country and the ways states and regions can help ensure alignment between skill development and employer needs.
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The Urgency of Building Healthier Communities
April 1, 2026
A Conversation With Pam Cheng, Executive Vice President of Global Operations and IT and Chief Sustainability Officer, AstraZeneca
The History and Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Virginia
April 1, 2026
A Conversation With Dave Maraldo, Senior Vice President of Human Health Manufacturing Operations, Merck
Putting Talent in the Right Place
January 5, 2026
A Conversation With Peter Beard, Vice President of Policy and Programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation