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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.

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.

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.

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.

Press Releases

L3Harris Expands Virginia Operations With More Than $1.2 Billion Investment in Orange County

April 15, 2026

L3Harris Technologies will invest $1.27 billion to increase manufacturing capacity at the company’s production facilities in Orange County, Virginia, creating 350 new jobs.

AeroNimble Expands With $2.5 Million Investment in Harrisonburg

April 14, 2026

AeroNimble — a Harrisonburg-based startup specializing in PT6 aircraft engine overhaul and blade component manufacturing — will invest more than $2.5 million to expand its operational capacity and create 51 new jobs.

Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative, Inc. Makes $100M+ Investment to Build Largest Feed Mill on East Coast

April 14, 2026

Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative, Inc. will invest $113.9 million to expand operations in Rockingham County, creating 146 new jobs and new grower opportunities for the Commonwealth.