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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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A Conversation with Bonnie Chavez
Bonnie Chavez, CEO of Building Beloved Communities in Roanoke, Virginia, discusses quality of life and talent opportunities in Roanoke and Virginia as a whole, including what drew her to the area, the opportunities for talent and her own "Why Virginia" story. Watch the Conversation
Big Lick Brewery in downtown Roanoke is part of a food and beverage scene that complements the region’s abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.
Maintaining the Talent Pool
When Julia Boas and her husband, Patrick, have an errand to run or a friend to visit in their hometown of Roanoke, they rarely go by car. Instead, they hop on their e-bikes.
A Conversation with Spencer Marsh, Chief Scientific Officer at Tiny Cargo
Are you a transplant, a boomerang, or a lifelong Virginian? What brought you to the Commonwealth in the first place? I’m a transplant — I was born in Missouri, then lived in Ohio, Georgia, and South Carolina. I attended Clemson University and, after earning my Ph.D.
CSX Locomotive, Greater Richmond
10.15.2025
‘Reimagining the Art of the Possible’
If you imagine timelines as train tracks and key events as moments when tracks converge, this is a pivotal time for rail in Virginia.
Bridging the Gaps in the Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline
Cybersecurity attacks are evolving at rapid speed, and the U.S. lacks sufficient professionals to address them.
What's Next for the Food & Beverage Industry? A Conversation With Top Site Consultants
Food and beverage processors operate in an industry where even the most successful companies depend on low margins and economies of scale. That means even the smallest advantage can be a differentiating factor when locating a new facility.



