Virginia Economic Developers Association

Virginia Economic Developers Association The Virginia Economic Developers Association is a private, not-for-profit membership organization providing services and benefits to economic developers and industry related professionals who have an interest in job creation and economic development in Virginia.
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Objectives: -To increase the effectiveness of individuals in the practice of economic development in Virginia -To provide a conduit for exchange of information among the members by verbal, written and electronic means. -To establish and implement a method of providing input to programs for economic development in the Commonwealth of Virginia. -To offer suggestions and recommendations to insure the Commonwealth of Virginia’s competitive position in economic development. -To promote the standards of professionalism among economic developers in the Commonwealth of Virginia. -To encourage the pursuit of professional education through programs offered by organizations within and without the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Mission: The Virginia Economic Developers Association is the voice in Virginia for shaping economic development public policy and a primary source of strong and effective education and networking for economic development professionals.

The Virginia SBDC network is hosting a webinar Monday, March 23, 2020 from 2-2:45pm to review the application process fo...
03/21/2020
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The Virginia SBDC network is hosting a webinar Monday, March 23, 2020 from 2-2:45pm to review the application process for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) available for Virginia small businesses and non-profits. Click below to attend.

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03/17/2020
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The Virginia Tourism Corporation has developed a resource online to track novel coronavirus COVID-19 business assistance opportunities, especially for those in the tourism industry.

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03/12/2020

In light of the continued spread of novel coronavirus – COVID-19 – the Virginia Economic Developers Association has elected to cancel Day 2 of its annual Spring Conference (scheduled to be held Friday, March 13, 2020).

This announcement comes as Governor Ralph Northam has declared a state of emergency in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Please stay tuned to the Virginia Economic Developers Association on social media and online at goveda.org for continued updates about this and other events.

Our top priority is to make sure people stay safe and healthy, as well as the economic health of the Commonwealth.

Governor Northam’s administration announced today they will continue to assess the potential long-term economic impacts of COVID-19. While containing the spread of the public health threat remains a top priority, Governor Northam said he is working with state and local partners to ensure Virginia is prepared for any continued economic disruption.

Virginia’s Secretary of Commerce and Trade will coordinate regularly with representatives from the Virginia Employment Commission, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Virginia Tax Commission, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and other relevant stakeholders.

Delighted to be at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center today and tomorrow for the annual VEDA Spring Conference! Lots ...
03/12/2020

Delighted to be at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center today and tomorrow for the annual VEDA Spring Conference! Lots of learning and sharing and collaborating on ways to GROW business in Virginia to come over the next two days!

Even our mascot was thrilled to kick off the 2020 Spring Conference in Roanoke at the golf tournament yesterday! Confere...
03/12/2020

Even our mascot was thrilled to kick off the 2020 Spring Conference in Roanoke at the golf tournament yesterday! Conference sessions start TODAY!

Special thanks to Lisa Solaris from the City of Roanoke and the Mast General Store team (pictured) for a great tour and ...
03/12/2020

Special thanks to Lisa Solaris from the City of Roanoke and the Mast General Store team (pictured) for a great tour and development story.

VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.27.20
02/27/2020
VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.27.20

VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.27.20

As the General Assembly session enters its final weeks, VEDA has chosen to focus on issues that are directly related to economic development and its 2020 Public Policy Platform. However, this is still an important issue for many localities. Please reference the following resources/organizations for....

VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.24.20
02/24/2020
VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.24.20

VEDA Public Policy ACTION ALERT & Update- 02.24.20

As the General Assembly session enters its final weeks, VEDA has chosen to focus on issues that are directly related to economic development and its 2020 Public Policy Platform. However, this is still an important issue for many localities. Please reference the following resources/organizations for....

A little birdy told us that the VEDA Cardinal was visiting Early Mountain Vineyards this week!
02/21/2020

A little birdy told us that the VEDA Cardinal was visiting Early Mountain Vineyards this week!

VEDA on the move in Lynchburg! Pictured from left to right:Jamie Glass and Megan Lucas, Lynchburg Regional Business Alli...
02/20/2020

VEDA on the move in Lynchburg!

Pictured from left to right:
Jamie Glass and Megan Lucas, Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, and Deborah Flippo and Carolyn Howard, Draper Aden Associates

VEDA on the move throughout the Commonwealth...with our iconic Cardinal making an appearance in downtown Richmond!
02/20/2020

VEDA on the move throughout the Commonwealth...with our iconic Cardinal making an appearance in downtown Richmond!

VEDA Public Policy Update - 01.20.20
01/20/2020
VEDA Public Policy Update - 01.20.20

VEDA Public Policy Update - 01.20.20

February 11 -  Committees responsible for revenue bills to complete work  by midnight.  Each house to complete work on its own legislation, except the Budget Bill(s) and revenue bills.

It may have been raining and wet, but the weather could not keep our team of economic developers from the Capitol today ...
01/14/2020

It may have been raining and wet, but the weather could not keep our team of economic developers from the Capitol today - our annual VEDA Day at the General Assembly! It's an honor to tell the stories of business development throughout the Commonwealth, and share with legislators how they are creating real impact on the growth of our communities. Thank you to all the legislators who spent time today to welcome us into their offices and to hear from VEDA!

Kicking off VEDA Day at the Richmond Capitol with an overview of economic development initiatives from Angela Navarro, D...
01/14/2020

Kicking off VEDA Day at the Richmond Capitol with an overview of economic development initiatives from Angela Navarro, Deputy Secretary of Commerce and Trade!

Thank you all for coming out this evening for the 2020 VEDA Legislative Reception where we honored Sen. T. Monty Mason a...
01/14/2020

Thank you all for coming out this evening for the 2020 VEDA Legislative Reception where we honored Sen. T. Monty Mason and Del. Terry L. Austin as our 2019 Legislators of the Year. You are ALL ambassadors for economic and community development across the Commonwealth and we appreciate the work you do each day to help make Virginia a GREAT place to do business!

The Virginia Economic Developers Association named Sen. T. Monty Mason and Del. Terry L. Austin its 2019 Legislators of ...
01/14/2020

The Virginia Economic Developers Association named Sen. T. Monty Mason and Del. Terry L. Austin its 2019 Legislators of the Year, honoring them as ambassadors for economic and community development across the Commonwealth.

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1340 N Great Neck Rd
Virginia Beach, VA
23454

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VEDA has more than 525 members comprised of economic developers and related industry professionals who have an interest in creating economic prosperity for all citizens of Virginia.

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(757) 412-2664

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STANDING OVATION to celebrate the presentation of The Cardinal Award, the most prestigious award bestowed by VEDA to deserving members, today to Debbie Melvin, Assistant Vice President, Workforce Solutions, VEDP, and Florence G. Kingston, Director of Development for the city of Newport News. The award recognizes leadership in the field of economic development, outstanding professional accomplishments, and exceptional service to the organization.

THIS IS WHERE YOU BELONG - Placemaking Through a New Lens - presented by author Melody Warnick and opening up the Spring 2019 VEDA Conference!

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Since 1982, the Virginia Economic Developers Association (VEDA) has been increasing the effectiveness of those who practice economic, industrial, and community development in Virginia. VEDA is the voice in Virginia for shaping economic development public policy and a primary source of strong and effective education and networking for economic development professionals. VEDA is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization for individuals with a professional interest in economic development in Virginia.

VEDA’s activities include:


  • Advocating through public policy initiatives

  • Educating through professional development programs

  • Sharing best practices and innovative strategies

  • Promoting the value of economic development

  • Supporting the career path of the economic development professional

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    Here for the VEDA conference. Great attendance!
    DFA Virginia Financing Roundtable Newsletter - August 2017 https://www.cdfa.net/cdfa/cdfaweb.nsf/newsletter.html?open&news=sn-6153963530
    2017 VEDA Spring Conference Photos https://flic.kr/s/aHskWSMySD
    Virginia delegation at the 2017 International Economic Development Council Economic Future Forum in Little Rock AR.