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The 24th edition of the Virginia Business Legal Elite
Legal Elite recognizes top Virginia attorneys across 21 specialties
Launched in cooperation with the Virginia Bar Association in 2000, Virginia Business’ Legal Elite polls lawyers licensed to practice in Virginia each year, asking them to identify which of their
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100 People to Meet in 2024
Our annual list of Virginians you should get to know in the new year
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Virginia is full of interesting people, and when it comes to this year’s batch of 100 people to meet for 2024, the commonwealth continues to deliver a bevy of fascinating
100 People to Meet in 2024: Storytellers
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Dating back to Edgar Allan Poe and William Faulkner, Virginia has hosted its fair share of writers and creative types, a rich tradition that these Virginians carry into the present.
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100 People to Meet in 2024: Public Faces
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From the commander of the world’s largest naval base to a viral, small-town country music sensation, these people are highly visible representatives of their communities and industries. Oliver Anthony Singer
100 People to Meet in 2024: Rainmakers
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These are the professionals who attract and grow businesses and funding, making the commonwealth wealthier. Deseria Creighton-Barney Fundraising campaign tri-chair, Virginia Tech Chesterfield County A 1986 communications graduate of Virginia
100 People to Meet in 2024: Innovators
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These scientists, inventors and entrepreneurs are leading the way in tomorrow’s industries, from artificial intelligence and drone technologies to biotech research. Michael Beiro Founder and CEO, Linebird Ashland Michael Beiro’s
100 People to Meet in 2024: Educators
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As leaders in our K-12 and higher education workforce, these teachers, professors, deans and university administrators are passing on their knowledge to the next generation of Virginians. William Kelly President,
100 People to Meet in 2024: Impact Makers
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Whether shining a light on underserved people or helping startups get ahead, these impactful Virginians are changing the commonwealth for the better. Eileen Brewer Executive director, 757 Accelerate Norfolk With
100 People to Meet in 2024: Go-Getters
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Including startup founders, motivated executives and an Olympic cycling team’s leader, these folks don’t take no for an answer. Eric Astor Founder and CEO, Furnace Record Pressing Alexandria Eric Astor
100 People to Meet in 2024: New Folks
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They might be new to their positions, but they bring decades of experience and new vantage points to the table. Here’s a sampling of Virginians — some fresh faces, some