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14th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade Draws Attendance of Close to 600

December 1st, 2023

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – This afternoon, the 14th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade, hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation and Virginia Economic Development Partnership, concluded with participation of almost 600 attendees.   In its 14th year, this signature conference brought together business and policy leaders to discuss the key components necessary to compete in business climate, […]

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REC Names Director–Facilities Management

November 29th, 2023

Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has named Karen Mills as Director–Facilities Management. In this role, Mills will oversee the acquisition, construction, maintenance and operations of the Cooperative’s facilities and grounds. In addition, she will develop and maintain the Cooperative’s facilities management policies and procedures. “Mills has more than 15 years of experience leading facilities […]

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Mary Washington Hospital Auxiliary Hosting Tree of Lights Ceremony

November 28th, 2023

WHO: Mary Washington Hospital (MWH) Auxiliary WHAT: You can recognize a loved one by sponsoring a light on the tree this holiday season. Proceeds from the Annual Tree of Lights benefit programs and services within Mary Washington Healthcare’s Regional Cancer Center. All donors are invited to participate in this year’s celebration. If you would like […]

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Amazon In-person hiring event – Richmond

November 28th, 2023

Amazon is now hiring in Richmond When you start now, you can take home something greater – competitive pay, a range of real benefits, and opportunities for career advancement – it’s the difference all those things make together. Attend an upcoming event to learn more about these exciting opportunities. For more information, please click here.

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Commonwealth Center for Advanced Logistics Systems (CCALS) Launches Logistics and Supply Chain Survey

November 28th, 2023

Multi-University Student Team Conducts Virginia’s First Statewide Logistics and Supply Chain Assessment – Seeks Industry Engagement and Input RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, USA, November 27, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Apogee Strategic Partners, LLC announced today that one of their premier clients, The Commonwealth Center for Advanced Logistics Systems (CCALS), has launched a landmark initiative to study the logistics and supply […]

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Breeden Founder Receives Highest UVA Football Alumni Club Award

November 21st, 2023

Charlottesville, Va., Nov. 27, 2023 — The Virginia Alumni Football Club has awarded Ramon W. Breeden Jr. this year with the Order of the Crossed Sabres Award. Created in 2004, this award is the club’s highest award given annually in recognition of exemplary service, selfless commitment and extraordinary impact on Cavalier Football. It was presented […]

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Strongwell Recognized for Manufacture of 200’ Tall Fiberglass Structure

November 16th, 2023

BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the world leader in the pultrusion of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, was recently recognized with two prestigious awards for its innovation in the design and manufacture of the world’s tallest freestanding pultruded fiberglass structure – a nearly 200’ tall tower erected in central Texas. The tower is designed to […]

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Goodwill Breaks Ground on Melrose Plaza

November 16th, 2023

ROANOKE, Va. (Nov. 14, 2023) – Goodwill Industries of the Valleys celebrated the next steps in the Melrose Plaza initiative with a groundbreaking ceremony to signify the start of construction on Tuesday. Melrose Plaza will bring positive change to Northwest Roanoke by providing services currently lacking in the community, such as a full-service grocery store. […]

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Academy of Technology and Innovation at UMW Opens Applications for Ninth-Grade Class

November 16th, 2023

Academy of Technology and Innovation at UMW Opens Applications for Ninth-Grade Class With the vote yesterday by the Virginia Department of Education, the Academy of Technology and Innovation at the University of Mary Washington (ATI-UMW) has been approved to open in fall 2024. The regional high school and lab school could serve students from Stafford, King […]

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