100 People to Meet in 2021
Our annual list of Virginians you should get to know
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As we prepare to enter a fresh calendar year marked by our new normal of remote work, Zoom meetings, face masks and social distancing, our need for connectedness and socializing remains as strong as ever. But because it may still be a while before we return to rubber-chicken dinners, networking receptions and cocktail parties, let
Capital Region Small Business Development Center opens in Richmond area
Will assist business owners around region
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Now part of the state’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) network, the Capital Region SBDC opened this month to assist Richmond-area small business owners, Virginia Community Capital announced Monday. Funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration with $192,000 in CARES Act money, plus matching grant funds from regional sources, the center will provide COVID-19 assistance,
Va. COVID-19 cases, deaths continue to rise
More than 16,000 new Va. cases recorded in past week
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COVID-19 rates continued to climb last week in Virginia, with an increase of 16,797 cases since Nov. 23, according to the Virginia Department of Health’s Nov. 30 dashboard update. The state also reported 120 virus-related deaths in the past week, raising the total number of fatalities over 4,000. As of Monday, the state has recorded
Richmond office/retail building sells for $2.1M
Will be converted to event center
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A 9,492-square-foot building in Richmond has sold for $2,125,000, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced Monday. Across West Broad Street from the Scott’s Addition neighborhood, the office/retail property at 3013-3015 Cutshaw Ave., purchased by 3001 Cutshaw LLC from 3015 Cutshaw Ave LLC, will be converted to an event center by Mosaic. Connie Jordan Nielsen of
100 People to Meet: Angels
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Whether saving lives, speaking truth to power or using their wealth for the greater good, these Virginians make the commonwealth a better place through their passion, dedication and sacrifice. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Pam Kiecker Royall Head of research, enrollment services, EAB, Richmond Richmonders can see the
100 People to Meet: Navigators
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Whether breaking down barriers, building up communities or battling bad actors, these Virginia leaders are blazing trails to a better tomorrow. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Justin Ayars Founder/CEO, Equality Rewards Richmond As the Las Vegas-born son of Liberace’s music arranger, Justin Ayars got a fabulous start in
100 People to Meet: Rainmakers
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Through their outreach, expertise, marketing and incentives, these are the professionals who attract and grow businesses, adding to the commonwealth’s wealth. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Col. Lettie J. Bien (ret.) Defense affairs program manager, Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Charlottesville When you think of the Charlottesville area,
100 People to Meet: New Folks
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They might be new to the Old Dominion or just new to their positions, but all of them bring decades of expertise and new vantage points. Here’s a sampling of people — some fresh faces, others familiar — who have recently taken on significant new leadership roles. Read about the rest of our 100 People
100 People to Meet: Impact Makers
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Whether writing bestselling books, fighting high-profile court battles, helping to build racial equity, fighting for institutional reforms or leading coalitions, these Virginians are making a difference. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Rita Davis Counsel to Gov. Ralph Northam Richmond A Bedford County native and University of Richmond School
100 People to Meet: Hosts
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In a tough year for restaurants, hotels and amusement parks, these professionals rose to the occasion to provide nourishment for our bodies, minds and souls through dining, lodging, spirits, tourism and entertainment. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Shoham Amin Founder and principal, Excel Group Arlington In 2011, Shoham