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Virginia's Gateway Region

Virginia's Gateway Region (VGR) is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that markets the cities of Colonial Heights, Emporia, Hopewell and Petersburg and the surrounding counties of Brunswick, Dinwiddie, Greensville, Prince George and Sussex. VGR fosters regional prosperity through business growth, powerful partnerships and delivering innovative resources to its communities, and focuses its efforts on new and existing business investment and job creation.

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Investors Make the Mission Possible

A Conversation between BSV and VGR at Brew & Blossom Across Virginia’s Gateway Region, investors […]

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Caballero Applies Holistic Vision to Position Colonial Heights

When Dr. Leonardo “Lenny” Caballero talks about economic development, he doesn’t always kick off the […]

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Slate Sets Greensville Future Vision with Opportunity, Investment and Economic Foundation

In building up to her current role as Greensville County’s inaugural economic development director, Natalie […]

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As you plan your Thanksgiving menu, we’re already thinking ahead to our first order at the soon-to-reopen King’s Barbecue in #PetersburgVA. 🔥🍽️

Congrats to the Keeler family for reviving an 80-year local favorite.

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🚀 Fall 2025: Momentum is real in Virginia's Gateway Region. Our November newsletter shows what’s happening—from global pharma engagement to local infrastructure upgrades.
📌 Read it here: https://ow.ly/K7y750XuSQ9

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