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Virginia's Gateway Region
Virginia's Gateway Region (VGR) is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that markets the Tri-Cities of Colonial Heights, Hopewell and Petersburg and the surrounding counties of Dinwiddie, Prince George, Surry 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.
Recent Posts
Sussex Green Enterprise Park Aims to Ignite Economic Development in Sussex County
NEWS PROVIDED BY JLV Communications Sussex County government officials have unveiled plans to create Sussex […]
Smith brings dual roles to craft industry talent solutions
With years of experience at state and local economic engines, Jason Smith brings a rare […]
Petersburg Economic Development Director Builds on Decades of Relationships
Rarely does a city employee walk into a new job with the breadth of experience […]
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The pharmaceutical industry is rebranding Virginia and our region - and we couldn't be happier. Check out some recent good news:
Data centers could be a perfect fit with VGR's infrastructure, including transmission lines, fiber optics and energy production from Surry County's nuclear facility. CEO Keith Boswell shares more in our June newsletter:
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Staying ahead of industry needs and ensuring local residents will be prepared to take on newly created jobs is at the core of what Jason Smith does daily in roles with VGR and the Community College Workforce Alliance. Learn more:
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