City of Richmond Department of Economic Development

Honoring Richmond’s Veterans Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country—and the veterans who continue to serve our community through entrepreneurship and leadership right here in Richmond. From small businesses on our neighborhood corridors to growing firms fueling innovation and opportunity, Richmond’s veteran business owners embody dedication, discipline, and resilience. Their continued commitment strengthens our local economy and inspires us all. The City of Richmond Department of Economic Development salutes every veteran and veteran-owned business that calls Richmond home. Thank you for your service—and for continuing to build a stronger, more connected city. #VeteransDay #RichmondVA #RVAIsBusiness #ShopLocalRVA #VeteranOwnedBusiness #EconomicDevelopment

On International Project Management Day, we’re recognizing the professionals turning bold visions into reality, from advanced manufacturing and operations to one of our city’s most transformative projects: City Center, Richmond, VA. Project managers are the driving force behind progress. Aligning teams, timelines, and technology to deliver results that strengthen our economy and community. Whether coordinating large-scale infrastructure, guiding workforce development initiatives, or leading complex site revitalizations like City Center, their precision and leadership make it all possible. Today, we salute the innovators and problem-solvers who keep Richmond’s growth on track, fueling Real Talent. Real Growth. Real Success. #InternationalProjectManagementDay #RichmondVA #CityCenterRVA #WorkforcePipeline #AdvancedManufacturing #EconomicDevelopment #ProjectManagement #RVA

🍻 Celebrating International Stout Day in Richmond, VA Today, we raise a glass to Richmond’s craft beer community — a thriving network of brewers, entrepreneurs, and innovators shaping one of the most dynamic beer destinations on the East Coast. International Stout Day honors the rich, bold history of stouts — a style that embodies craftsmanship, patience, and creativity. Here in Richmond, that spirit runs deep. Our region’s brewers continue to transform passion into prosperity, fueling local jobs, tourism, and small-business growth. Did you happen to know? • Virginia’s beer industry supports over 28,000 jobs statewide and contributes nearly $1 billion in tax revenue. • Craft brewing adds more than $600 million annually to Virginia’s economy. • Richmond’s tasting rooms and taprooms serve as community anchors — where more than 80% of brewers say their on-site experiences drive most of their revenue. So, whether you’re exploring Scott’s Addition, the East End, or your neighborhood pub — join us in celebrating local flavor, local talent, and local pride. Here’s to the craftsmanship that connects us — one pint at a time. 🍺 #InternationalStoutDay #RichmondVA #RVA #CraftBeer #SupportLocal #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityCulture

🌟 Richmond is ready for what’s next in Fintech. Our colleague Matthew Welch is representing Richmond Economic Development at Money20/20 USA — October 26–29 in Las Vegas, the epicenter of Fintech innovation. 💬 Are you attending? Comment below or DM Matt to connect and learn why more financial and tech leaders are choosing Richmond, VA for expansion and innovation. Why Richmond? 💡 Top 50 Tech Talent Market (CBRE, 2024) 🏢 12 Fortune 1000 Headquarters 🎓 42,000 University Students fueling tomorrow’s workforce 🌆 Ranked among America’s Best Cities, 2025 From digital payments to AI-driven banking, Richmond is where Fintech firms grow smarter, faster, and stronger. #Money2020 #RichmondVA #FintechInnovation #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessAttraction #TechGrowth

🍕 It’s Richmond Restaurant Week! To celebrate one of our city’s favorite traditions, the Richmond Department of Economic Development team ordered from Bottoms Up Pizza — a Shockoe Slip staple known for its deep-dish crust and local flavor that’s been fueling Richmond’s creative energy for decades. Richmond Restaurant Week is more than great food — it’s a chance to celebrate the local restaurants, chefs, and hospitality professionals that make our city’s economy thrive. Every bite supports small businesses, local jobs, and the culture that makes Richmond a destination for dining and entrepreneurship alike. Join us in supporting the restaurants that make Richmond real. 👉 Visit https://lnkd.in/epVG9Gd3 to find your next meal and #DineLocalRVA.

We’re excited to share that Statia Gibson, from the City of Richmond Department of Economic Development, is attending CPHI Frankfurt 2025, one of the world’s largest events for pharmaceutical manufacturing, ingredients, and innovation. Richmond is proud to be part of this global dialogue — connecting with companies and investors who are advancing the life sciences industry around the world. Why Richmond, Virginia? Richmond’s life sciences and biotech ecosystem is growing rapidly and offers: 🧬 A strong research foundation led by Virginia Commonwealth University and the VCU Health System — driving innovation in drug discovery, biomedical engineering, and clinical research. 🏭 Advanced manufacturing and logistics advantages, with proximity to I-95, I-64, and the Port of Virginia — ideal for pharma and medical supply distribution. 👩🔬 A skilled, educated workforce — more than 42,000 university students and a regional labor force of 730,000 power Richmond’s innovation economy. 💼 Competitive business costs and incentives, making Richmond an efficient and scalable location for biotech startups and global pharmaceutical operations. 🌎 Proven success stories, including companies like Phlow, Grenova, and Activation Capital, reinforcing Richmond’s role in the next generation of pharmaceutical manufacturing and sustainable healthcare innovation. If you’re attending #CPHIFrankfurt2025, we invite you to connect with Statia to learn how Richmond, VA, can support your U.S. expansion, research collaboration, or supply-chain goals. 📩 Message Statia or comment below to schedule a meeting. Let’s build the future of life sciences — together. #CPHIFrankfurt #LifeSciences #PharmaInnovation #Biotech #RichmondVA #EconomicDevelopment #AdvancedManufacturing #InvestInRichmond #GlobalBusiness #VCU #RVA

🍽️ Happy International Chefs Day! Today we celebrate the creative talent, hard work and passion of chefs in the Richmond, Virginia region — the culinary innovators who help shape our city’s dining scene, attract visitors, support local agriculture and boost our local economy. As we mark International Chefs Day, we want to hear from you: Who is your favorite chef or restaurant in Richmond and why? Drop their name below, tell us what makes them stand out, and let’s shine a spotlight on the people behind the plates. #InternationalChefsDay #RichmondVA #CulinaryRichmond #FoodEconomy #SupportLocalRestaurants

The final voting round is open from October 15 to 26. There are eight Richmond-based manufacturers left!!! Check them out. Vote today! https://lnkd.in/gguZk9-T