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A taxing year
Accountants grapple with ghosts of 2020 this tax season
After a turbulent business year, accountants are bracing for a tax season filled with increased uncertainty, complexity and the looming reality that, eventually, 2020 taxes will be due and books must be reconciled. Businesses navigating the pandemic — from entrepreneurs launching their first ventures to corporations with experienced CFOs — face new questions and challenges in preparing
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Charging ahead
Dominion Energy encourages electric vehicle adoption
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Greener rides are on tap for schoolchildren and commuters as Dominion Energy Inc. accelerates efforts to increase the number of electric vehicles on Virginia roads. Electric transportation is a key component of the Richmond-based utility’s 10-year Grid Transformation Plan, which sets targets for reducing carbon, adding renewable energy sources and transforming the electric grid for
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Black entrepreneurs, especially women, face extra challenges
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Charis Jones, by any measure, is a major success. Her online retail brand, Sassy Jones, was the top-ranking Virginia business on the 2020 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing U.S. private companies, based on its 2019 growth. The Richmond-based fashion accessories and beauty e-commerce company reaped $14 million in revenue last year, three-and-a-half times its
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Time for a change
HBCU grants bring tech-focused programs to Norfolk State
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As someone who believes strongly in change, Javaune Adams-Gaston assumed the presidency of Norfolk State University at a pivotal time for both the nation and historically Black colleges and universities. “2020 really was an eye-opening experience for many in our nation — particularly with some of the disparities that existed that came to light through
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
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