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Former Shenandoah University president dies at 80
Former Shenandoah University President and state delegate James A. “Jim” Davis died Oct. 7 at age 80.
Women execs have tougher climb to top rung
We’ve written about glass ceilings and glass cliffs, but to quote the Beatles, let’s look through the glass onion. What’s the glass onion? Well, it’s a metaphor I’m using to describe the multilayered challenges facing women who aspire to be CEOs. The good news is, there are more female CEOs than in years before, including […]
Branch Group CEO plans 2026 retirement
The Branch Group, a construction firm headquartered in Roanoke, has promoted Jason Hoyle to COO, with other leadership changes announced.
Retired Coast Guard captain is new Christopher Newport biz school dean
Anna W. Hickey, a retired U.S. Coast Guard captain, will become dean of CNU’s Joseph W. Luter III School of Business.
Virginia 500: The 2025-26 Power List
Who are Virginia’s most powerful and influential leaders in business, government, politics and education this year? Find out in the sixth annual edition of the Virginia 500: The 2025-26 Power List. Read a note from our associate publisher about how we select the Virginia 500. Executives are listed in alphabetical order by industry. Below you […]
Power Reading: How to get on the Virginia 500
Welcome to the sixth annual edition of the Virginia 500 — Virginia Business’ 2025-26 list of the commonwealth’s most powerful and impactful leaders in business, nonprofits, government and higher education.
Activation Capital taps new CEO
Richmond tech incubator and accelerator Activation Capital announced Tuesday that it has appointed Michael Steele as president and CEO.
Leadership Metro Richmond names new CEO
Leadership development organization Leadership Metro Richmond announced Monday that Chris Edwards will be its new president and CEO, effective Aug. 11.
Formerly ousted U.Va. president has questions about Ryan’s departure
Former U.Va. President Teresa Sullivan weighs in on Jim Ryan’s resignation, drawing on her own experience and raising questions about federal and political pressure.
Dominion promotes Baine to EVP of utility operations
Edward H. “Ed” Baine is being promoted to executive vice president of utility operations for Dominion Energy.
U.Va. names short-term leader following Ryan’s exit
Following President Jim Ryan's sudden resignation, the University of Virginia's short-term acting president will be Jennifer "J.J." Wagner Davis
Presenting the 2025 Virginia C-Suite Awards
Virginia Business is proud to present our inaugural Virginia C-Suite Awards, honoring 33 top executives who exemplify integrity, innovation and impact.
