Leaders Gather in Richmond for Virginia Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the Virginia Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development concluded with participation from members of the business community, Governor Youngkin’s administration, and industry experts. Leaders in infrastructure-reliant industries including energy, broadband, housing, and economic development discussed the importance of infrastructure to their regular operations, how they navigate challenges […]
University of Mary Washington to Host Virginia Senate Debates
The last of two University of Mary Washington-hosted public debates between candidates for local elected office this fall will take place this week. Tara Durant (R), Monica Gary (I) and Joel Griffin (D) will vie for the District 27 Virginia State Senate seat on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m., in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium. […]
AVERETT UNIVERSITY RANKED IN TOP 15 OF BEST COLLEGES LIST BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
Averett also recognized for best value and social mobility Averett University has climbed in the most recent rankings with U.S. News & World Report and continued as the highest-ranking Virginia school on the list. Averett was named No. 15 on the “2024 Best Regional Colleges in the South” list – its highest spot on the list […]
AVERETT UNIVERSITY AND SOVAH HEALTH COLLABORATE FOR COMPETITIVE EMPLOYEE EDUCATION BENEFIT
Partnership to provide Sovah employees college education with no personal tuition costs Averett University and Sovah Health are investing in the regional workforce through a unique partnership to help elevate the educational attainment in the Dan River Region. Beginning this October when most Averett Online courses begin another cohort, full-time employees of Sovah’s Virginia and North Carolina facilities and practices […]
Strongwell Names New Vice President for Minnesota and Mexico Operations
BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA) announces the promotion of Josh Maggert to vice president, Minnesota and Mexico Operations, effective October 1, 2023. Maggert will hold responsibility for the operational management of the company’s Chatfield, Minnesota, and Apodaca, Mexico, manufacturing facilities, and will continue to report to the president and CEO. He began his career with […]
George Mason University Names Center for Government Contracting
On the evening of Thursday, August 31, George Mason University School of Business leaders, faculty, alumni, and friends gathered to celebrate the naming of the Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting. The Baroni Center is the first university center in the nation to address the business, policy, and regulatory issues surrounding government contracting, a […]
Glassdoor Names Deltek a Top Tech Company for Culture & Values
Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, announced that it has been recognized as one of the top three tech companies for culture and values by Glassdoor, the global leader for insights about jobs and companies. This prestigious distinction, based directly on anonymous Glassdoor feedback from current and former employees, […]
Guidehouse Awarded Contract from U.S. DOT’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for National Safe Streets and Roads for All Program
Guidehouse brings extensive knowledge of agency needs and capabilities to support the development and implementation of effective safety plans and projects aimed at Vision Zero WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting, digital, and managed services to commercial and public sector clients, has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Department of […]
The Breeden Company Chair Gives $50 Million to University of Virginia
Virginia Beach, Va.— Ramon W. Breeden Jr. has donated $50 million to his alma mater University of Virginia. The Breeden Company chair has given to support the future of business education and athletics at the university to be evenly divided between funding for the McIntire Expansion Project and the Virginia Athletics Master Plan. When combined […]
UMW Receives High Marks in U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’
The University of Mary Washington has been recognized among the nation’s top schools by U.S. News & World Report, which released its 2024 “Best Colleges” list today. UMW ranked 11th among public liberal arts colleges and 154th among national liberal arts colleges, both public and private. The U.S. News rankings evaluate more than 1,500 colleges […]
