Altria CEO Billy Gifford to retire in 2026
Altria Group announced Thursday that its CEO, Billy Gifford, has decided to retire, effective May 14, 2026.
Appalachian Community Capital announces new CEO
Christiansburg-based financial institution Appalachian Community Capital has named Daniel Wallace its next president and CEO.
Departing Port of Virginia CEO to join ferrying company
Virginia Port Authority CEO Stephen A. Edwards, who announced in November that he would be stepping down at the end of the year, will be CEO of ferry infrastructure company Hornblower Group at the start of 2026.
2025 Virginia Business Person of the Year: John Asbury | Atlantic Union Bank
Atlantic Union CEO John Asbury is Virginia Business’ 2025 Business Person of the Year, recognized for leading the bank’s growth.
Kohl’s promotes interim CEO and 30-year retail veteran Michael J. Bender to be its permanent chief
Kohl’s appoints Michael Bender as permanent CEO as the retailer battles years of falling sales and prepares to report third-quarter earnings.
Booz Allen Hamilton to relocate global HQ to Reston
Booz Allen Hamilton announced Monday that it is relocating its global headquarters from McLean to a newly constructed facility in Reston.
CarMax CEO out after nearly a decade
CarMax CEO Bill Nash is stepping down after nearly 10 years. David McCreight will serve as interim CEO starting Dec. 1.
Langley Federal Credit Union taps new CEO
Langley Federal Credit Union announced that its board of directors has selected Gaurav Bhatia to be its new president and CEO.
Freedom First credit union CEO to retire in 2026
Freedom First CEO Paul Phillips will retire in 2026. CFO Linda Johnson will succeed him at the Roanoke-headquartered credit union.
Leonardo DRS CEO to retire; successor named
William J. "Bill" Lynn III will retire as chairman and CEO of Arlington defense contractor Leonardo DRS at the end of the year, with Chief Operating Officer John Baylouny named as his successor.
Booz Allen Hamilton announces new round of layoffs
Booz Allen Hamilton is initiating another round of layoffs amid declining revenues in its most recent quarter.
Qantm Creative taps new CEO
Norfolk-based marketing agency Qantm Creative announced Tuesday that it has appointed Nicole Newsome as its new CEO.





















