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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

Anchor Innovation Expands Operations in Virginia Beach

October 30, 2025

Investment set to expand the company’s capacity for both military, industrial, and recreational customers

KCG Engineering Group Expands in Chesapeake

October 24, 2025

Investment will create 60 new jobs

VFP, Inc. Expands in Scott County

October 21, 2025

VFP, Inc., a producer of custom-designed enclosures used to protect critical infrastructure, will invest $35 million to expand its operations in Scott County, creating 200 new jobs.