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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Port of Virginia Evergreen ship
First Quarter 2020

Completing the Chain

From the port to cold storage to packaging, Virginia's supply chain helps feed America and the world.

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VER Q1 2020 Podcast James Rosenbaum
First Quarter 2020

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All College Dreams: A Conversation With James Rosenbaum

Northwester University professor James Rosenbaum discusses how the traditional college model fails some students and how it can work better.

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Oyster shucker
First Quarter 2020

America's Seafood Leaders

The nation's third-largest seafood-producing state, Virginia supplies the country with oysters, clams and finfish.

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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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Podcasts

Christy Coleman

Disrupting Conventional Historical Wisdom

July 13, 2026

A Conversation With Christy Coleman, Executive Director, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

John Newby

A Biopharma Moment Decades in the Making

April 7, 2026

A Conversation With John Newby, CEO, Virginia Bio

Pam Cheng

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

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