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Stay up to date on the latest announcements, milestones, and economic development news from across Virginia. Explore press releases highlighting the partnerships, investments, and stories driving growth throughout the Commonwealth

01.28.2015

State Program Graduates 13 Virginia Companies Ready for Export

RICHMOND - Thirteen companies from across the Commonwealth graduated January 14, 2015 from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s (VEDP) Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) Program, touting impressive results from their newly acquired tools to successfully export products and services overseas.
01.21.2015

Governor McAuliffe Announces 29 New Jobs in Henry County

Richmond - Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today that Hardide Coatings, Inc., a manufacturer of advanced surface coatings, will invest $7.25 million to establish its first Virginia operation in Henry County and create 29 new jobs with an average salary of $50,000, which is well above the average prevailing wage in the region.