Virginia's success stories

Microsoft’s multi-decade, multi-billion dollar investment in the Commonwealth has contributed to Virginia’s status as a high-tech hub.

A leader in purpose-driven brands, Danone built a modern facility that honors the area’s agricultural history while looking to the future.

The global shipping giant has remained and grown in Virginia thanks to critical infrastructure, strategic location, and other assets.

America’s largest military shipbuilding company doubles down on its investment in Hampton Roads’ infrastructure, training, and talent.

The global pharmaceutical giant has called Virginia home for eight decades, still growing, thriving, and innovating in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.

Italy-based coffee company found new markets and increased its exports with help from VEDP’s International Trade services while relying on The Port of Virginia.

Hershey Chocolate of Virginia has operated its Stuarts Draft facility since 1980, primarily producing Hershey’s peanut-based products.

Hershey Chocolate of Virginia has operated its Stuarts Draft facility since 1980, primarily producing Hershey’s peanut-based products.

STIHL Inc., which opened its first facility in Virginia Beach in 1974, has completed multiple Virginia expansions and found enduring strategic value.

German grocer Lidl expanded to the United States in 2015 with a headquarters in Arlington County and a distribution center in Spotsylvania County.

Ferguson, the country’s leading distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies, expanded its Newport News footprint with its new HQ.

The leading global technology company continues to find success, growth, and top-tier talent after choosing Norfolk for its service center in 2016.