Vandeventer Black Expands Legal Services in North Carolina
NORFOLK, VA (June 19, 2019)– Vandeventer Black LLP, a business and litigation law firm with an office located in Kitty Hawk, introduces a new residential real estate practice area to its services. The firm has over 28 years of experience providing a variety of legal services in the Outer Banks since 1991. Geoffrey G. Hemphill, […]
UMW Names Inaugural Director of Center for Career and Professional Development
University of Mary Washington announces the fulfillment of one of its key strategic goals with the selection of the first executive director for its Center for Career and Professional Development. Paul Binkley, whose employment will begin June 25, has more than 20 years experience in the fields of career services, student affairs, international development and […]
Philip Morris International Announces U.S. Food and Drug Administration Authorization For Sale of IQOS in the United States
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Apr. 30, 2019– The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today confirmed that IQOS, Philip Morris International’s electrically heated tobacco system, is appropriate for the protection of public health and has authorized it for sale in the United States. FDA’s decision follows its comprehensive assessment of PMI’s premarket tobacco product applications (PMTAs) filed with the Agency in 2017. Unlike […]
WORKFORCE READINESS AND HOW IT IMPACTS BUSINESSES
“TO CHANGE WHAT YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU DO, YOU HAVE TO CHANGE WHAT GOES INTO YOUR MIND” A top concern for businesses today is workforce readiness. Work-based learning opportunities, such as internships and apprenticeships can improve and better prepare Virginia’s skilled workforce. While the Commonwealth of Virginia had an unemployment rate of 2.9% in […]
Jennifer L. Eaton Joins the Chesapeake Humane Society’s Board of Directors
Norfolk, VA (June 11, 2019) – Vandeventer Black attorney Jennifer L. Eaton recently became a member of the Board of Directors for the Chesapeake Humane Society. The Chesapeake Humane Society works to promote the welfare of companion animals through programs and initiatives that reduce pet overpopulation, increase adoptions, and encourage responsible pet guardianship through affordable […]
Tata Sons Appoints Michael McCabe as Resident Director for North America
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael McCabe as Tata Sons’ Resident Director for North America. “Mike” will be responsible for our government affairs and strategy development across North America and will work with Tata companies to help them strengthen our collective presence and positioning in the United States and Canada. Mike is […]
Averett University and LifeSpire Sign Partnership Agreement
DANVILLE, Va. (June 7, 2019) — Averett University and LifeSpire of Virginia today launched the first-ever educational partnership for LifeSpire. Averett University President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks and LifeSpire of Virginia’s CEO Jonathan Cook signed an agreement that includes a three-pronged partnership between the school and LifeSpire’s continuing care retirement communities. The partnership allows […]
Vandeventer Black LLP Launches New Hemp and Cannabis Law Practice
Norfolk, Va. (June 4, 2019) – Vandeventer Black LLP, a business and litigation law firm headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, launched a new Hemp and Medical Cannabis law practice. This practice will focus on helping businesses face the complex federal, state, and local laws governing the cultivation, processing, dispensing and sale of cannabis, cannabis-derived products, and […]
SEC places in Equipment Operator’s Rodeo
Held May 10-11 at Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Va., the 17th Annual Gaff-n-Go Lineman’s & Equipment Operator’s Rodeo attracted hundreds of co-op friends, family members and spectators who watched more than 150 line workers from six states ply their trade in a friendly yet competitive environment. Fifteen Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) personnel competed in […]
Over 156,000 Jobs Saved By Defeating Anti-Business Legislation in 2019
The Virginia Chamber Works Collaboratively with Pro-Business Legislators to Defend Virginia’s Economic Climate, Save Jobs, and Prevent Billions of Dollars of Increased Financial Burden on the Business Community Richmond, VA – This morning, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the results of their analysis of the potential negative fiscal impact of anti-business legislation put forward […]
