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Cyclist takes a break on the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway

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Work, Play, and the Pursuit of Happiness in Virginia

Talent is the secret weapon in the effort to secure the projects and jobs that drive the Virginia economy. Attracting that talent to the Commonwealth, and keeping it here, is crucial to fulfilling VEDP’s mission.

Visual Virginia

VEDP President and CEO Jason El Koubi spoke with Andy Edmunds, director of the Virginia Film Office, about the ins and outs of the film industry in Virginia and the economic impact of film production.

Building a Food-Service Empire in Northern Virginia

Warren M. Thompson is founder, president, and chairman of Thompson Hospitality Corporation, one of the largest contract food service and facilities management companies in the United States, with a portfolio of more than 65 restaurants across 17 different brands.

The Uncommon Commonwealth

Virginia’s long history and evolution since its founding have left a wide variety of unique attractions, from the historic to the entertaining to the just plain weird.

Press Releases

Dover Food Retail Expanding Manufacturing Campus

September 30, 2025

Investment to bring over 300 jobs to Chesterfield County

Area Development Ranks Virginia No. 1 in Nation for Workforce Training Program

September 24, 2025

The Virginia Talent Accelerator Program now ranked No. 1 in both key national rankings for workforce training programs.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Eli Lilly and Company Investment of $5 Billion in Virginia

September 16, 2025

Eli Lilly and Company, a global leader in pharmaceutical innovation, invests $5 billion in Goochland County that will generate 650 high-wage jobs and 1,800 construction jobs.