Greater Richmond Partnership

What a joy to spend time with fellow women executives in Greater Richmond. GRP guided discussion on creating stronger places to work and lead in our area. Work together on points of regional competitive advantage and going over future opportunities for outreach and development.

Happy National Science Appreciation Day! GRP celebrates the transformative developments in the region’s advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing (APM) industry, starting with the Alliance for Building Better Medicine. Learn more about this project here: hubs.ly/Q04834PT0

Earlier this month, GRP CEO Jennifer Wakefield joined the Estate Planning Council of Richmond as a featured speaker, where she shared insights on the latest deals shaping #GreaterRichmond’s future. #RichmondVA #EconomicDevelopment #RVAbiz @jillwood @mollydeanbittner

Can the grid keep up? What manufacturers need to know about power availability, timelines and infrastructure planning. Join industry leaders on April 22 at 2 pm ET. Register:hubs.ly/Q0484z8h0 #EnergyInfrastructure #SiteSelection #EconomicDevelopment #PowerAvailability

Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! The Greater Richmond region has a rich history filled with many notable female figures that have made a significant impact on our community. Celebrate with GRP as we highlight some of the many inspiring women who have contributed to #GreaterRichmond.

Can the grid keep up with advanced manufacturing demand? Join us April 22 at 2pm ET for insights on power capacity, timelines, and energy readiness for industrial growth. Register Now 👉 dlvr.it/TRWcSV @GRPVA #AdvancedManufacturing #SiteSelection #EconomicDevelopment

Jen Wakefield, GRP President & CEO, joined a dynamic panel with Christopher Fong of Hoffman & Associates and David Bookhout of Greenberg Gibbons, moderated by Eric Robison of Thalhimer. She highlighted why companies continue choosing Greater Richmond

Greater Richmond competes globally. Our air service should, too. Jeff Wright makes the business case for why nonstop transatlantic service from Richmond International Airport is no longer optional. Learn more on our blog: hubs.ly/Q047qvSt0

Did you know that our region is in the greatest place to celebrate in Virginia... and #26 in the US! From all of us at the Greater Richmond Partnership have a fun and safe St. Patrick's Day. #StPatricksDay #irishrva #shamrocktheblock #irishfestival #RVAfolkfestival #wallethub

Electrifying news for Greater Richmond! @RosendinInc is expanding into @HanoverVa with a 124k sqft facility that will create 250 new jobs. This investment strengthens our region’s adv. manufacturing & IT ecosystem. More: hubs.ly/Q046c1kw0 @CountyHano30151

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Greater Richmond Partnership would like to recognize the talented women on our Board of Directors that support #GreaterRichmond on the daily.

Task force created to help RIC land direct international flights richmondbizsense.com/2026/02/27/tas… @Flack4RIC @grpva @Allianz @Atlantic_Union

Richmond National Group #Expands Henrico County Operations with $1.75M #Investment expansionsolutionsmagazine.com/richmond-natio… via @ExpansionSolMag @VEDPVirginia @HenricoNews #Virginia #VA #Expands @grpva

Happy National Oreo Cookie Day! Did you know 10,000 Oreos are baked every minute at @MDLZ’s Henrico County facility? Virginia’s two-day drive to 75% of the U.S. helps keep Milk’s Favorite Cookie fresh nationwide. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q045V42r0 @grpva @HenricoNow

Over 40 billion Oreos are produced annually and Greater Richmond area is a major supplier, home to Mondelēz International’s second‑largest North American plant. Since 1973, the manufacturing plant in Henrico County produces over 10,000 Oreos every minute! #nationaloreoday

Congratulations to Henrico Co. EDA & Virginia Economic Development Partnership for helping Richmond National Group expand in #Henrico. Thank you for helping your county-based company add 75 jobs to Greater Richmond: hubs.ly/Q045K8740 #VEDP #richmondnational #rva #HenricoVA

GRP's Jennifer Wakefield participated on a panel discussing Greater Richmond’s global impact. Jennifer addressed the advantage of Richmond’s location, economic trends and growing industry sectors plus exciting upcoming initiatives. Watch: hubs.ly/Q045gyvt0

Richmond’s 400yr connection to Europe makes a direct trans-Atlantic flight the natural next step for our business and cultural ties. Local leaders, including GRP, have formed a task force to help fund and attract this new international route. Read more: hubs.ly/Q0452Ghy0

Happy Black History Month! This month, GRP is taking the time to celebrate a few of the black-owned businesses that play a key role in the economic success of the Richmond Region.

GRP staff recently volunteered at FeedMore and learned about the local non-profit's mission of providing nourishment to neighbors facing hunger. During our brief time, we were able to assemble 704 meals to be delivered across the region. @FeedMoreInc