Virginia Economic Review

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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First Quarter 2022

UVA Supports Expanding Life Sciences Industry in Charlottesville

The life sciences industry thrives in Charlottesville, in large part thanks to the talent coming from University of Virginia. 

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First Quarter 2022

Research Partnerships and Treatment Breakthroughs in Hampton Roads

Research partnerships are yielding innovative solutions in Hampton Roads.

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First Quarter 2022

Partnerships Fuel Growth in Roanoke, Blacksburg

Virginia Tech, Carilion drive research into innovative medical technologies.

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First Quarter 2022

Positioned to Thrive

Medical device manufacturer Embody sets stage for international growth. 

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First Quarter 2022

Creative Partnerships Solve Workforce Needs in the Shenandoah Valley

Partnership with JMU, BRCC helps Merck fill need for HPV vaccines

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First Quarter 2022

Nurturing Innovation in the Life Sciences: A Conversation With Chandra Briggman

VEDP Interim President and CEO Jason El Koubi spoke with Chandra Briggman, president and CEO of Activation Capital about her organization’s mission and activities, the pharmaceutical cluster emerging in Richmond and Petersburg, and the nuances of supporting life sciences investment during a global…

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A Conversation With John Newby, CEO, Virginia Bio

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A Conversation With Pam Cheng, Executive Vice President of Global Operations and IT and Chief Sustainability Officer, AstraZeneca

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A Conversation With Dave Maraldo, Senior Vice President of Human Health Manufacturing Operations, Merck

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