Our Team

Ensures VEDP’s efficient and effective administration, sets organizational strategies and vision, manages legislative and external affairs, and provides guidance on legal and policy matters.

Works with Virginia’s regional and local economic development organizations to identify and convert high-potential leads and prospects into project opportunities, manages site selection projects, and supports business retention and expansion activities for existing firms.

Develops and implements best-in-class economic development policies, processes, and investments to enhance state economic competitiveness, and ensures local communities are development-ready and prepared for business investments.

Supports the growth and expansion of Virginia’s local firms seeking international markets through administration of targeted programs.

Provides customized recruitment and training solutions that give Virginia a competitive edge in securing business investment projects.

The Virginia Office of Education Economics (VOEE) mission is to leverage data to inform educational programming, policy, and workforce partnerships across the Commonwealth.

Connects Virginia businesses with workforce solutions and collaborates with partners to strengthen relationships with existing businesses.

Oversees the budget, legislative, and policy development process, and encourages collaboration and coordination among partners.

Represents Virginia abroad, identifying and converting high-potential international leads and prospects into project opportunities for the Commonwealth.