VEGAS: Washington State tax shakedown

As president of a national food company, I thought I had seen it all. Until, that is, the state of Washington decided to send me a $180,000 tax bill for simply visiting the the state. I understand that states are starved for revenue these days, but Washington has gone too far. Based on one visit […]

Thoughts from a Fantastic 50 winner

Spring is a significant time for small businesses. Taxes are due, the Small Business Administration celebrates Small Business Week, and the Virginia Chamber recognizes its Fantastic 50, an elite list of companies that have demonstrated outstanding financial performance.

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Spring is a significant time for small businesses. Taxes are due, the Small Business Administration celebrates Small Business Week, and the Virginia Chamber recognizes its Fantastic 50, an elite list of companies that have demonstrated outstanding financial performance

Governor McDonnell Marks National Tourism Week May 5-13

RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell today marked the start of National Tourism Week by touting the $19 billion economic impact of Virginia’s tourism industry and encouraging Virginians to visit http://www.virginia.org/ to start planning a Virginia vacation for their family this summer. “Tourism is an instant revenue generator for Virginia that brings in $19 billion into […]

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Governor McDonnell Kicks Off Governor's Bowl Food and Fund Drive

Governor McDonnell Announces Virginia College Partnership Laboratory School Planning Grant Awards

RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell today announced the winners of the 2012 Virginia College/University Partnership Laboratory School Application Planning Grants. Eligible applicants were public institutions of higher education that operate a teacher education program approved by the Virginia Board of Education. After a long review process, the following institutions were awarded grants: George Mason University ($145,500) […]

Sustainability is good business

Earth Day is a time to pause and celebrate the accomplishments made to protect our environment, as well as to highlight the substantial work yet to be done. However, it is also important to recognize that sustainability programs, social responsibility, and citizen and corporate action must be part of everyday life in order to ensure […]