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100 People to Meet in 2021
Our annual list of Virginians you should get to know
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
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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
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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
100 People to Meet: Builders
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From real estate to global construction projects to major business expansions, these are the professionals who are building Virginia’s future and constructing legacies. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Craig Albert President and chief operating officer, Bechtel Corp. Reston In September, Craig Albert stepped up to fill the gap
100 People to Meet: Public Faces
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From educating Virginians about the offshore wind industry to shepherding $400 million casino resorts across the finish line, these are the people who add to the commonwealth’s conversation and lend a face to ambitious undertakings. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. B. Hayes Framme Senior manager, government relations
100 People to Meet: Innovators
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Representing sectors ranging from data analysis to pharmaceuticals to fashion, these visionary trendsetters keep the Old Dominion from getting stale. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Jason Crabtree Co-founder and CEO, Qomplx Inc. Tysons Growing up in Seattle, Jason Crabtree was more likely to be found raising and showing