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100 People to Meet in 2022: Hosts
These are Virginians who feed and delight us, nourishing body and soul through arts and entertainment, media, food, hospitality and tourism. Jamelle Bouie Opinion columnist, The New York Times Charlottesville Growing up in Virginia Beach, Jamelle Bouie didn’t dream of being the next Carl Bernstein. “I came very late to this,” explains Bouie, who […]
2021 Legal Services/ Pro Bono
Tricia Lund Batson Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia Norfolk Tara Casey University of Richmond School of Law Richmond Doris H. Causey Central Virginia Legal Aid Society Inc. Richmond Stephen Dickinson Central Virginia Legal Aid Society Inc. Richmond Jennifer Fulmer Legal Services of Northern Virginia Fairfax Chidi I. James Blankingship & Keith PC Fairfax Nora […]
A taxing year
After a turbulent business year, accountants are bracing for a tax season filled with increased uncertainty, complexity and the looming reality that, eventually, 2020 taxes will be due and books must be reconciled. Businesses navigating the pandemic — from entrepreneurs launching their first ventures to corporations with expe[...]
Charging ahead
Greener rides are on tap for schoolchildren and commuters as Dominion Energy Inc. accelerates efforts to increase the number of electric vehicles on Virginia roads. Electric transportation is a key component of the Richmond-based utility’s 10-year Grid Transformation Plan, which sets targets for reducing carbon, adding ren[...]
Talking shop
Charis Jones, by any measure, is a major success. Her online retail brand, Sassy Jones, was the top-ranking Virginia business on the 2020 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing U.S. private companies, based on its 2019 growth. The Richmond-based fashion accessories and beauty e-commerce company reaped $14 million in revenue last [...]
Time for a change
As someone who believes strongly in change, Javaune Adams-Gaston assumed the presidency of Norfolk State University at a pivotal time for both the nation and historically Black colleges and universities. “2020 really was an eye-opening experience for many in our nation — particularly with some of the disparities that existed[...]
100 People to Meet in 2021
As we prepare to enter a fresh calendar year marked by our new normal of remote work, Zoom meetings, face masks and social distancing, our need for connectedness and socializing remains as strong as ever. But because it may still be a while before we return to rubber-chicken dinners, networking receptions and cocktail parties, l[...]
100 People to Meet: Rainmakers
Through their outreach, expertise, marketing and incentives, these are the professionals who attract and grow businesses, adding to the commonwealth’s wealth. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Col. Lettie J. Bien (ret.) Defense affairs program manager, Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Charlottesville When you think of the Charlottesville area, […]
100 People to Meet: New Folks
They might be new to the Old Dominion or just new to their positions, but all of them bring decades of expertise and new vantage points. Here’s a sampling of people — some fresh faces, others familiar — who have recently taken on significant new leadership roles. Read about the rest of our 100 People […]
100 People to Meet: Impact Makers
Whether writing bestselling books, fighting high-profile court battles, helping to build racial equity, fighting for institutional reforms or leading coalitions, these Virginians are making a difference. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Rita Davis Counsel to Gov. Ralph Northam Richmond A Bedford County native and University of Richmond School […]
100 People to Meet: Hosts
In a tough year for restaurants, hotels and amusement parks, these professionals rose to the occasion to provide nourishment for our bodies, minds and souls through dining, lodging, spirits, tourism and entertainment. Read about the rest of our 100 People to Meet in 2021. Shoham Amin Founder and principal, Excel Group Arlington In 2011, Shoham […]
