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Hampton Roads: Positioned for Growth in a Changing Economic Order

In an era of unprecedented global and national shifts, Hampton Roads is uniquely positioned to thrive. Bruce Katz, of New Localism Advisors, sees the area as a critical player in the evolving U.S. economy. Working closely with the Hampton Roads Alliance, Katz is helping define the region’s strengths, setting it apart as…

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Exploring Hampton Roads: Real Estate Tours with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership

At the Hampton Roads Alliance, we understand the critical role that real estate and site selection plays in driving economic development. That’s why each year, we host real estate tours in partnership with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). These tours provide an opportunity to showcase the diverse and…

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Hampton Roads Alliance’s Jared Chalk Appointed to VEDP’s Commerce and Trade Committee on Business Development and Marketing

In a move that underscores the dedication of the Hampton Roads Alliance to bolster regional economic development, Jared Chalk, a key leader in the organization, has been appointed to the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) Commerce and Trade Committee on Business Development and Marketing. This committee is…

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Hampton Roads Alliance Investor Lee Group Search Launches National Renewable Energy Podcast

Energy. While it represents the greatest challenge for Hampton Roads – with the energy demands of today expected to double in the next 15 years – it also represents some of the region’s greatest opportunity for economic development. “We are remilitarizing, reindustrializing and decarbonizing all at once,” said…

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Philippine Trade Mission to Hampton Roads Celebrates Filipino American History Month and Strengthens Economic and Security Partnerships

In the spirit of Filipino American History Month, the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Virginia (FACCVA) and the Hampton Roads Alliance brought together leaders from the Philippines and Virginia in Hampton Roads for a unique Philippine Trade Mission on October 23-24, 2024. This two-day event highlighted the Virginia…

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Toi Hunter: Building Meaningful Relationships and Growing as a Leader through LEAD Peninsula

For Toi Hunter, Vice President of Business Retention & Expansion at the Hampton Roads Alliance, leadership has always been about more than just showing up. It’s about being present, engaging meaningfully and pushing beyond comfort zones to truly connect with people and communities. Recently, Hunter took a bold step in…

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Currie Medical Inc. to Expand Operations in Norfolk

Tennessee-based medical device reprocessing company will invest $1.22 million and create 60 new jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Currie Medical Inc., a company specializing in medical device manufacturing and reprocessing, will invest $1,220,000 to expand its operations in the City of Norfolk….

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New Kent County Joins the Hampton Roads Alliance, Strengthening Regional Economic Development

Regional economic development got a boost thanks to New Kent County officially joining the Hampton Roads Alliance as its newest locality member. The partnership marks an exciting chapter in the ongoing growth and development of the Hampton Roads region. The addition of New Kent County to the Alliance signals a strategic…

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