Education
Hampton University Researchers Secure Federal Grant for Rural Broadband Study
A team of researchers at Hampton University has been awarded a multi-year federal grant to study broadband access gaps in rural Virginia communities.
Local School District in Fairfax Expands Career and Technical Education Programs
James Madison University Opens New Center for Applied Data Science
Local School District in Alexandria Expands Career and Technical Education Programs
Local School District in Newport News Expands Career and Technical Education Programs
Healthcare
Business Leaders
James Bishop Named CEO of Williamsburg Cybersecurity Firm
James Bishop has been appointed chief executive of a cybersecurity firm based in Williamsburg, taking the helm during a period of rapid growth.
James Marsh Named CEO of Norfolk Biotech Venture
David Reyes Named CEO of Charlottesville Advanced Manufacturing Firm
Blacksburg Entrepreneur David Okafor Scales Regional Advanced Manufacturing Firm to Statewide Operations
Fairfax Entrepreneur Andre Kowalski Scales Regional Fintech Company to Statewide Operations
Finance & Economy
Virginia Small Business Lending Rises in Richmond Region Amid Economic Recovery
New data shows small business lending activity climbing in the Richmond region as local banks report renewed borrower confidence.
Virginia Small Business Lending Rises in Charlottesville Region Amid Economic Recovery
Virginia Small Business Lending Rises in Newport News Region Amid Economic Recovery
Virginia Small Business Lending Rises in Williamsburg Region Amid Economic Recovery
Virginia Credit Unions Report Strong Growth in Roanoke Membership
Beauty & Wellness
Blue Ridge Wellness Collective Introduces Sustainability-Focused Skincare Line
Blue Ridge Wellness Collective has launched a new line of sustainably sourced skincare products, developed in partnership with a Virginia-based ingredient supplier.
Customer Experience Trainers Flag Common Service Recovery Missteps in Beauty and Wellness Businesses
Willow & Oak Salon Introduces Sustainability-Focused Skincare Line
Wellness Studios Across Fairfax See Rising Demand for Recovery-Focused Services
