Henrico Economic Development Authority

05/27/2026

🔑 Financial Clarity Unlocks Business Growth 🔑

How much cash do you need to start your business? How long can you sustain operations before turning a profit?

Get the answers to these critical questions and more at the season finale of our 2026 CATALYST Business Academy workshop series—Financial Basics: Managing Business Cash Flow and Expenses. 💵

Facilitated by Ashley Cloude, CPA and Donna Wheeler with SCORE Mentors, this session delivers the exact financial strategies you need to support long-term profitability.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ Cash Flow Fundamentals: The daily mechanics that keep your doors open
✔️ Income Projections: Turn your financial assumptions into actual revenue
✔️ Cost Management: Master your overhead to drive long-term profitability
✔️ Funding Strategies: Gain the insight needed to secure business capital

Event Details:
Financial Basics: Managing Business Cash Flow and Expenses
🗓️ Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍 Fairfield Area Library, 1401 N. Laburnum Avenue

Secure your financial roadmap for long-term success in the . 🗺️

Reserve your spot today via the link in the comments. ⬇️



Henrico County Public Library

05/26/2026

🤝 Great businesses grow through meaningful connections. 🤝

If you’re looking for guidance, new ideas, or a sounding board for your business, PUMP (Pop-Up Mentoring Program) is back TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 27, bringing together experienced mentors from SCORE Mentors with entrepreneurs and small business owners for free one-on-one support.

Whether you’re exploring a new venture, tackling challenges, or planning your next phase of growth, PUMP gives you the opportunity to get practical advice and fresh perspectives in a relaxed setting.

PUMP details:
🗓️ Wednesday, May 27, 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
📍 Libbie Mill Library, 2100 Libbie Lake E St.
🎟️ Free; no registration required

Stop by and start the conversation! 🗣️



Henrico County Public Library

05/21/2026

🌟 Celebrating the winners of the 2026 Excellence in Action Awards! 🌟

We’re proud to recognize the exceptional leaders and businesses nominated by our community and honored at our 2nd annual awards luncheon earlier today. This year’s recipients truly demonstrate what it means to lead through change—turning challenges into opportunity and driving Henrico’s economy forward.

Congratulations to the following award winners:

🔹 Small Business Resilience: Bellrae Marketing

🔹 Economic Impact: Hospital To Home LLC

🔹 Emerging Leader: Corey Divine (The Candidate Source) and Nekia Williams (Commonwealth Driver Improvement Clinic)

🔹 “The Extra Mile” Award: Cobb Technologies

🔹 Resilient Business Leader of the Year: Jyot Singh, Founder and CEO, RTS Labs

We also celebrated a major milestone for six Henrico businesses as they were recognized as 50-Year Legacy Companies. As long-standing pillars of the community, these organizations exemplify the tenacity, dedication, and lasting impact that define the .


🔸 Martin, Dolan & Holton, LTD

🔸 Ruffin & Payne, Inc.

🔸 Virginia Ear Nose & Throat

🔸 Veolia Water Technologies Treatment Solutions

🔸 Transit Lumber Company, Inc.

🔸 OrthoVirginia Henrico Parham

We are so honored to serve the companies who call Henrico home, and we're thrilled to celebrate their achievements. Join us in congratulating all the 2026 and honorees! Each one of these recipients contributes to a more vibrant, successful Henrico for all. 👏

Read the official press release in the comments.

05/14/2026

🌱 Smart Growth Starts with Smart Resources 🌱

Running a business doesn't have to mean stretching your budget thin. Join us TONIGHT for the next CATALYST Business Academy workshop to learn about free and low-cost resources that can help your business operate more efficiently and grow with confidence.

Hosted in partnership with Henrico County Public Library, this workshop connects entrepreneurs and small business owners with practical tools and local support systems designed to make growth more accessible.

During this session, we'll explore:

✔️ Organizations and programs that support small businesses
✔️ Helpful templates and online tools to save time and improve operations
✔️ Budget-friendly strategies for sustainable business growth

Whether you're just getting started or looking to strengthen your existing business, this workshop offers valuable insights you can put into action immediately.

Free Resources for Business Growth
🗓️Today, Thursday, May 14, 2026
⏰ 6-8 PM
📍 Fairfield Area Library, 1401 N. Laburnum Ave.

Register to attend this free workshop through the link in the comments. ⬇️

05/13/2026

📣 Attention small business owners! 📣

SCALE UP Henrico offers eligible businesses access to 0% interest loans from $10,000–$75,000, along with no-cost coaching and technical assistance to support long-term growth.

Interested?

Join one of the below virtual information sessions hosted by Bridging Virginia to learn more about the program, eligibility, and application process:

📅 Tuesday, May 19, at 6 PM
📅 Thursday, June 11, at 6 PM

For more details, scan a QR code below or visit https://www.bridgingvirginia.com/henrico.

Don't miss this opportunity to SCALE UP your business in the ! 📈

Henrico County and Bridging Virginia are excited to announce the expansion and relaunch of SCALE UP Henrico, a loan program designed to support the growth and long-term success of small businesses across the county. Originally launched in 2025, the program has now expanded through additional support from the Henrico Economic Development Authority and Community Development Block Grant funding.

Through SCALE UP Henrico, eligible Henrico-based businesses can access:
• 0% interest loans from $10,000–$75,000
• No-cost coaching and technical assistance
• Resources to help strengthen operations, create jobs, and support long-term business growth

Bridging Virginia will host virtual information sessions for interested small business owners on:
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
- Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET

Learn more and register for an upcoming session at https://ow.ly/i8A950YYxiE.

05/11/2026

🌹 Henrico's small businesses are in full bloom! 🌹

Angela Wilson Lee and Annorie Lee have officially opened their newly relocated and fully renovated studio, Wilson Lee Interiors on Nuckols Road in Henrico.

The new studio brings their award-winning design and construction services together under one roof, creating an immersive, client-centered experience built on more than two decades of thoughtful, personalized design.

We were honored to join community leaders, partners, and company clients for the official ribbon cutting of this and veteran-owned business. 🎀 ✂️

Wilson Lee Interiors’ investment in Henrico reflects the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to shape our community and strengthen our local economy.

🎉 Congratulations to Wilson Lee Interiors on this exciting new chapter as they continue transforming spaces throughout the .

05/04/2026

📣 We’re Hiring!

The Henrico Economic Development Authority is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a Business Manager and help advance our mission of “Growing Henrico’s Economy for All.”

This full-time role is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance strategy with ex*****on. It requires strong organizational skills, experience in economic development or real estate, relationship building know-how, and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering results. 📈

Essential Functions:
☑️ Guide companies on real estate, workforce, & infrastructure needs
☑️ Participate in RFI responses, presentations, & marketing missions
☑️ Analyze labor data & economic intelligence
☑️ Build relationships with site selectors & corporate decision-makers
☑️ Conduct outreach to support business growth opportunities

📩 Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to [email protected], or visit the link in the comments to apply before June 1, 2026. 👇

Don't miss this opportunity to make an impact in the !

04/27/2026

⏰ Last Call: Nominations Close Tomorrow ⏰

Nominations for the 2026 Excellence in Action Business Awards close TOMORROW at 5:00 p.m.!

Presented by the Henrico Economic Development Authority, these awards recognize the resilient leaders and organizations who adapt, lead through change, and strengthen our community across the . 🙌

If someone comes to mind who is making an impact in Henrico, now is the time to recognize them.

Categories include:
🏆 Resilient Business Leader of the Year
🏆 Small Business Resilience Award
🏆 Economic Impact Award
🏆 Emerging Leader Award
🏆 The “Extra Mile” Award

📅 Nomination Deadline: Tomorrow, April 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Additional details and nomination forms are available at https://forms.gle/U5tzMA197CaQ14Hk9.

Don’t miss the chance to recognize Henrico’s best. 🌟

04/21/2026

🌼 Grow Your Business Without Stretching Your Budget 🌼

Join us for the next CATALYST Business Academy workshop focused on moving your business forward more affordably.

In partnership with Henrico County Public Library, we’ll share practical tools and resources that help strengthen your operations.

What we’ll cover:

✅ Local organizations that support small business growth
✅ Online templates and tools that simplify planning and day-to-day work
✅ Ways to cut unnecessary costs while maintaining momentum

Whether you’re building or refining your business, this session will help you make informed, cost-effective decisions.

Details: Free Resources for Business Growth
📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Fairfield Area Library, 1401 N. Laburnum Ave.

Take the next budget-friendly step for growth and register today via the link in the comments. ⬇️

04/20/2026

💡 Real Guidance. Real Progress. 💡

Looking for a sounding board or a fresh perspective on your business?

PUMP (Pop-Up Mentoring Program) is back this Wednesday, offering one-on-one time with experienced mentors from SCORE Mentors who are ready to help you think through challenges and opportunities.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow, this is your chance to get practical, no-pressure guidance—on your schedule. Stop by, ask questions, and leave with next steps you can put into action.

PUMP details:
📅 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime from 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 Libbie Mill Library – 2100 Libbie Lake East St.
🎟 Free; no registration required

Let’s keep your business moving in the . 🚀