Recent Articles from Kira Jenkins
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa Welcomes Becca Beasley
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa is excited to announce the arrival of Becca Beasley as national sales manager. In this pivotal role, Becca will focus on Virginia corporate meetings of 61 or more peak rooms, ensuring guests experience the best of our iconic resort. Before joining The Omni Homestead, Becca honed her skills as […]
Elevatus Wealth Management
Elevatus Wealth Management Welcomes Senior Wealth Advisor Thomas Sherrill, AAMS(®) Boutique by Design: “How Elevatus is Redefining the Full-Service Wealth Experience” – Thomas Sherrill “What attracted me to Elevatus was its boutique-style approach to Wealth Management. I wanted a setting that could match the complexity, ambition, and expectations of today’s private c[...]
Watts Powering Your Business?
Appalachian Power offers a variety of solutions and programs designed to help businesses become more energy efficient while reducing overall operating costs. Through customized programs tailored to a company’s specific needs, businesses of all sizes can take advantage of incentives, rebates and expert guidance to make workplace upgrades more affordable and efficient. Whether you operate a [[...]
US mortgage rates rise to 6.56%, MBA says
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.56%, driven by inflation fears and higher oil prices amid geopolitical tensions.
How Small Businesses Build Stronger, More Scalable Operations in a Digital Economy
National Small Business Week in May is an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and impact of small businesses in Virginia. It’s also a moment to recognize the realities these businesses face as they grow in an increasingly digital economy. Today’s small businesses – 36.2 million strong by U.S. Small Business Administration estimates – are expected […]
Virginia 500 spotlight May 2026 | JESUS IBAÑEZ
Lego Group has hired over 500 workers for its $1 billion manufacturing campus in Chesterfield County, aiming for 900 by year’s end ahead of a 2027 opening.
Stocks close lower on fading hopes for quick Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings
U.S. stocks closed lower as concerns over the Iran conflict outweighed solid corporate earnings and AI optimism, impacting major indexes including the S&P 500.
Wall Street set for lower open as caution lingers ahead of Trump’s Iran deadline
Wall Street indexes are set to open lower as investors weigh U.S.-Iran tensions ahead of President Donald Trump's deadline on the Strait of Hormuz.
One part meeting place, one part destination.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa emerges as the premier destination for business meetings as well as memorable family and couple getaways. Nestled in the stunning Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, this iconic resort uniquely combines a tranquil environment with cutting-edge amenities, making it the perfect venue for corporate gatherings. For business executives and legal professionals, […[...]
The Hidden Cost of Outdated Phone Systems, And What Smart Businesses Are Doing Instead
In today’s rapidly shifting business landscape, communication has become more than just a basic operational need, it’s a strategic advantage. Whether you’re running a small business, managing a healthcare practice, supporting students in an educational setting, or keeping a hospitality operation running smoothly, the ability to connect quickly and reliably has never mattered more[...]



















