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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VEDP CEO and President, Jason El Koubi stands with his family while on a hike in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley
Second Quarter 2025

Work, Play, and the Pursuit of Happiness in Virginia

Talent is the secret weapon in the effort to secure the projects and jobs that drive the Virginia economy. Attracting that talent to the Commonwealth, and keeping it here, is crucial to fulfilling VEDP’s mission. 

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Second Quarter 2025

A Little Bit of Everything

Virginia’s moderate, four-season climate is a draw for residents of all interests. From the mountains to the beach, Virginians can experience summer heat, winter snow, and everything in between without leaving the Commonwealth.

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Alexandria Troupe
Second Quarter 2025

A Conversation on Real Estate in Virginia

Alexandria Troupe, a licensed agent at River Fox Realty in Richmond, discusses the real estate market in Richmond and Virginia as a whole, including the factors that draw homebuyers to Virginia and the Commonwealth’s relative affordability along the Interstate 95 corridor.

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Chef Patrick O'Connell
Second Quarter 2025

The Pope of American Cuisine: A Conversation on the Food & Beverage Industry in Virginia

VEDP chatted with Chef Patrick O'Connell of the Inn at Little Washington about all things Virginia, what inspires him, why he's planted his roots here, and how Virginia has played a pivotal role in his success.

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Three people in the Smart Grid lab at George Mason University
First Quarter 2025

Securing the Future

Virginia’s critical infrastructure is by and large a hardened fortress built on best practices and the talents of among the most forward-thinking workforces in the nation. But more than that, it’s gaining ground when it comes to hardening its critical infrastructure out of the gates — embracing a…

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First Quarter 2025

Hacking the Glass Ceiling

In an increasingly digital world where data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cybercrimes are pervasive, a skilled cybersecurity workforce is more important than ever. Yet the industry grapples with a significant worker shortage. Globally, there are an estimated 3.5 million unfilled…

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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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The Virginia Model

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

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