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Our Quarterly Publication: Virginia Economic Review

Our Quarterly Publication

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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Visual Virginia

VEDP President and CEO Jason El Koubi spoke with Andy Edmunds, director of the Virginia Film Office, about the ins and outs of the film industry in Virginia and the economic impact of film production.

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Building a Food-Service Empire in Northern Virginia

Warren M. Thompson is founder, president, and chairman of Thompson Hospitality Corporation, one of the largest contract food service and facilities management companies in the United States, with a portfolio of more than 65 restaurants across 17 different brands.

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The Uncommon Commonwealth

Virginia’s long history and evolution since its founding have left a wide variety of unique attractions, from the historic to the entertaining to the just plain weird.

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Press Releases

VEDP's Supply Chain Optimization Program Receives NASBITE International Program Excellence Award

VEDP's Supply Chain Optimization Program Receives NASBITE International Program Excellence Award

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Blue Sky Innovators Expands Virginia Footprint with $7 Million Investment

Defense technology company to create 175 new jobs at Reston office

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Fukoku Korea to Establish Henry County Plant with $18+ Million Investment

Automotive Parts Manufacturer to create 60 new jobs in the Commonwealth

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Case Studies

Click below to find out more about the companies who are growing and innovating in Virginia.

Podcasts

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

Dave Maraldo

The History and Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Virginia

April 1, 2026

A Conversation With Dave Maraldo, Senior Vice President of Human Health Manufacturing Operations, Merck

Peter Beard

Putting Talent in the Right Place

January 5, 2026

A Conversation With Peter Beard, Vice President of Policy and Programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

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