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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Boxes of tea on pallet at Lipton
First Quarter 2020

Virginia in your Cup

Behind facilities from coffee and tea titans, Hampton Roads stakes its claim as "Virginia's Caffeine Capital." 

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Michael Shaps Wineworks
First Quarter 2020

From Grapes and Grain to Glass

The resources, regulatory environment, and collaboration that feed Virginia's surging craft beverage industry.

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Port of Virginia Evergreen ship
First Quarter 2020

Completing the Chain

From the port to cold storage to packaging, Virginia's supply chain helps feed America and the world.

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VER Q1 2020 Podcast James Rosenbaum
First Quarter 2020

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All College Dreams: A Conversation With James Rosenbaum

Northwester University professor James Rosenbaum discusses how the traditional college model fails some students and how it can work better.

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Oyster shucker
First Quarter 2020

America's Seafood Leaders

The nation's third-largest seafood-producing state, Virginia supplies the country with oysters, clams and finfish.

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Hershey Plant worker
First Quarter 2020

A Sweet Boot Camp at Hershey's

The candy giant thought outside the box to expand its employment pool in Augusta County. 

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Podcasts

John Newby

A Biopharma Moment Decades in the Making

April 7, 2026

A Conversation With John Newby, CEO, Virginia Bio

Pam Cheng

The Urgency of Building Healthier Communities

April 1, 2026

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

Dave Maraldo

The History and Future of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Virginia

April 1, 2026

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

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