City of Richmond Department of Economic Development

CNBC just named #Virginia the #1 Top State for Business, marking the Commonwealth's sixth time at the top of the list. Virginia performs strongly across CNBC's 10 categories, but its education system ranks #1 in the nation and infrastructure #3. #GreaterRichmond bolsters the Commonwealth with its highly skilled and educated graduates that funnel into the local workforce. Read more about the ranking and Greater Richmond: https://hubs.ly/Q02Gd1Tb0

Virginia has done it again! CNBC has ranked the Commonwealth the top state for Business, citing the best public schools in the nation, shovel ready sites and top-notch transportation and logistics. This is Virginia's third win in just five years! bit.ly/4eYoAMf #RichmondReal #economicdeveleopment #topstateforbusiness Virginia is America’s Top State for Business in a record-setting year (cnbc.com)

The leading Life Sciences/Bio trade publication @pharmamanufacturing tells why City of Richmond, Virginia and the region are leading the way in the pharma advanced technology/manufacturing space. Learn how Virginia Commonwealth University is at the forefront of growing the region's presence in advanced pharma manufacturing. #RichmondReal #LifeSciences #pharmamanufacturing. bit.ly/3Lk3tGY

National restaurant chain sweetgreen, known for its famous salads and bowls, is joining other national chains in the Carytown Exchange. The opening date for the 2,200 square foot eatery has not been disclosed. The food and beverage industry continues to thrive in Richmond. #RichmondReal #foodandbeverage #economicdevelopment https://lnkd.in/eY3jWiTw

New bike lane expansion is planned for Richmond while increasing street parking for residents on Westover Hills Boulevard. The project is designed with safety in mind for cyclists and to increase transportation options for city residents. #RichmondReal #communitymobility #transporationsafety https://lnkd.in/etawhVSD

If specialty roasted coffee, fresh baked goods and bagel sandwiches entice you, then you'll be happy to know that Charlottesville-based Mudhouse Coffee will soon be expanding into downtown Richmond's Arts district. 4 years in the making due to Covid in 2020, the new café is slated for an August opening. #RichmondReal #economicdevelopment #entrepreneurship https://lnkd.in/eS8u_mzE

The #foodandbeverage scene in downtown Richmond continues to thrive. If you're a lover of seafood-inspired Spanish cuisine, look for La Playa to open over the next few months across from the Children's Museum. The beach inspired atmosphere reflects the name La Playa, which means the beach in Spanish. The entrepreneurs also own and operate the popular Blue Habanero in The Fan. #RichmondReal #economicdevelopment #culinaryscene https://lnkd.in/eKQnDQzP?

Yesterday morning at Main Street Station, the City of Richmond Department of Economic Development hosted Richmond's real estate professionals for a networking event- Commercial Coffee, sponsored by the Timmons Group. In addition to overall growth initiatives in the city, the group was introduced to new Acting Director of Economic Development Matthew Welch as well as received development plans for the Shockoe Project from Burt Pinnock, FAIA, NOMA of Baskervill. The $265 million development will be anchored by a 62,000-square-foot National Slavery Museum. #RichmondReal #economicdevelopment #commercialrealestate J. Katie McConnell Matthew Welch Amelia Wehunt @Leo Mantey Statia Gibson

@CNN just named City of Richmond, Virginia its #1 choice for America's best towns and cities to visit in 2024. While no surprise to those of us who are local, we're thrilled to receive this designation that honors all that Richmond has to offer.#RichmondReal #destinationtravel #economicdevelopment https://lnkd.in/gJnzb8Tp