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Our quarterly publication, Virginia Economic Review, provides an insider look at Virginia’s economy, its diverse array of world-class companies, its amazing talent, and its stunning natural beauty, as well as insights from national thought leaders.

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Tom Walker, DroneUp

01.08.2023

Innovation

Aerospace & Defense

An Inside Look at Drone Innovation: A Conversation With Tom Walker

Tom Walker is the founder and CEO of DroneUp, a provider of drone delivery and flight services that has operated out of Virginia Beach since its founding in 2016.

NG14 Cygnus Rollout, NASA Wallops Flight Facility

04.16.2022

Aerospace & Defense

The Future of Manufacturing in America: Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems, formerly known as Orbital ATK, headquartered in Dulles, builds and delivers space, defense, and aviation-related systems including the Antares launch system, which handles resupply services for the International Space Station launched from Wallops Flight Facility on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

04.16.2022

Automotive & Battery Manufacturing

Aerospace & Defense

The Future of Manufacturing in America: Aurora Flight Sciences

With headquarters in Manassas, Aurora Flight Sciences is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles.