Recent Articles from Robert Powell, III
Economic impact of Civil War anniversary events estimated at $290 million
Sesquicentennial observance brought 3.7 million people to Virginia, study says.
State program helping defense contractors to be continued
More than 250 companies participated in initiative during its first two years.
Richmond lawyer re-elected to solar energy group board
Eric W. Hurlocker also serves as general counsel to the Maryland, District of Columbia and Virginia Solar Energy Industry Association.
Hunton & Williams partner leads national taxation group
George C. Howell III heads law firm’s tax and employee benefits practice.
Two Virginia regions picked for economic initiative
Eastern Shore and Mount Rogers Planning District will participate in the Stronger Economies Together program.
FreightCar America reaches $32.8 million settlement with union
Chicago-based company has operations in Roanoke.
Virginia unemployment fell in July
Jobless rate of 4.8 percent represents a decline of one-tenth of a percentage point from June.
Leesburg-based Theragen acquires Neurotech North America
Deal represents its commercial entry into the noninvasive therapeutics industry.
Smithfield Foods names new president and COO
Kenneth M. Sullivan will oversee day-to-day operations beginning in October.
Richmond ranks third in survey of business-friendly cities
Thumbtack’s list is based on response from nearly 18,000 small businesses.