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Defining Power
Virginia’s businesswomen gain more top slots and lead in diverse areas. by Paula C. Squires

>Turning a passion into a business
Sandy Lerner’s new mantra is sustainability as she builds an organic model for the family farm.
by M.J. McAteer

>Bonnie Shelor
Under her tenure, Bon Secours becomes a leading family-friendly workplace.
by Paula C. Squires

SPECIAL REPORT: Super CPAs>

Changes in a centennial year
New electronic ballot counts the votes for Super CPAs. by Robert Powell

BUSINESS TRENDS: Marketing & Branding>>
A new spin for PR
Social media level the field in tough times. by Christina Couch

BUSINESS TRENDS: Technology>

Private contractors, public headaches
VITA problems raise questions about outsourcing state projects. companies. by Garry Kranz

BUSINESS TRENDS: Health care>

Preparing for the worst
Hospitals and businesses put their flu plans in action.
by Robert Burke

Snuffing out smoking
Coalition is helping employers encourage workers to quit.
by Marjolijn Bijlefeld

An ultrasound idea
New U.Va. surgery center combines two technologies.
by Robert Burke

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE: HAMPTON ROADS>
Bruised, but not broken
New projects, light rail and corporate expansion boost Hampton Roads.
by Elizabeth Cooper

Hospitality goes green
by Nicole Anderson Ellis

High-tech catalyst
SRI International center expected to spark spinoffs by Carlos Santos

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Watch a video about Ayrshire Farm with Sandy Lerner.

Extra:

-Chart: Most powerful businesswomen by rank at Virginia's largest public companies

-A power walk with four top executives