Tara Bozick – The Virginian-Pilot https://www.pilotonline.com The Virginian-Pilot: Your source for Virginia breaking news, sports, business, entertainment, weather and traffic Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:01:18 +0000 en-US hourly 30 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/POfavicon.png?w=32 Tara Bozick – The Virginian-Pilot https://www.pilotonline.com 32 32 219665222 Public records: Cypress Point Shopping Center in Virginia Beach sold for redevelopment https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/16/public-records-cypress-point-shopping-center-in-virginia-beach-sold-for-redevelopment/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:26 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7348435 SALES
Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

GRP 2103 Maxwell LLC purchased an 8,550-square-foot industrial property on 4.95 acres at 2103 Maxwell Drive in Hampton from TD Sherman II LLC for $2.025 million. Charles Dickinson represented the seller.

ECG Properties VA LLC purchased the 34,417-square-foot retail property at 3410 and 3422 High St. and Halifax Street in Portsmouth from Brad Barker for $1.6 million. Bobby Beasley III and Bobby Beasley Jr. represented the seller.

PDCREF2 Shoulders Hill LLC purchased a 35-acre property, Parcel #20*10B on Shoulders Hill Road in Suffolk, from LF One LLC for $4.3 million. Bobby Beasley III handled this transaction.

Range Commercial Partners

B&D Holdings, a privately held investment and development firm in New Jersey, bought a 142,600-square-foot industrial warehouse at 401 Woodlake Drive in Chesapeake from Drew Rosen Family II LLC for $14,485,000. The warehouse was fully leased at the time of purchase. B&D Holdings’ real estate investment portfolio consists of over 225 properties comprising 9 million square feet throughout 34 states. Hamilton Shaheen, Marc Allocca and Matt Anderson helped in the off-market transaction.

WRJ LW LLC purchased the 47,690-square-foot office building at 5801 Lake Wright Drive in Norfolk from 5801 Lake Wright Drive LLC for $5.4 million to occupy for its defense contracting business, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. The property was originally built as the North American Headquarters for Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. In 2001, ZIM expanded to a new headquarters building in Virginia Beach and the new buyer is expanding from a Virginia Beach relocation. The sale represents two major local Hampton Roads employers expanding locally in the post-pandemic environment. Rob Wright represented the seller. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)
WRJ LW LLC purchased the 47,690-square-foot office building at 5801 Lake Wright Drive in Norfolk from 5801 Lake Wright Drive LLC for $5.4 million to occupy for its defense contracting business, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. The property was originally built as the North American Headquarters for Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. In 2001, ZIM expanded to a new headquarters building in Virginia Beach and the new buyer is expanding from a Virginia Beach relocation. The sale represents two major local Hampton Roads employers expanding locally in the post-pandemic environment. Rob Wright represented the seller. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)

LEASES

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

Dollar Tree leased 10,332 square feet of retail space at New Town Shops on Main, Monticello Avenue and Ironbound Road in Williamsburg. Dollar Tree is occupying the former Victoria’s Secret space, and the adjacent vacant space. Drew Haynie represented the landlord.

Little Sunshine Academy leased 6,850 square feet of industrial space at 3545 Victory Blvd. in Portsmouth. Tom Dana represented the landlord.

Aqua-Tots Swim School leased 6,000 square feet of retail space at Red Mill Commons Shopping Center, 2133 Upton Drive, in Virginia Beach. Dean Martin represented the tenant.

Port Rover LLC leased 6,000 square feet of office/warehouse space at 3112-3114 Tyre Neck Road in Portsmouth. Taylor Anderson represented the landlord.

CSTE INC. leased 3,075 square feet of industrial space at 610 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton. Clay Culbreth represented the landlord.

ABD Construction Inc. leased 2,405 square feet of industrial space at 2100 Aluminum Ave. in Hampton. Ellis Colthorpe represented the landlord.

Chipotle leased 2,400 square feet of retail space at 3090 Godwin Blvd. in Suffolk. David Machupa and Ed Kimple represented the tenant.

Alberts Floor Restore Company LLC leased 1,800 square feet of industrial space at 3000 Incubator Road in Hampton. Ellis Colthorpe represented the landlord.

Precious Pearls Inc. leased 1,750 square feet of industrial space at Expressway Court Commerce Centre, 215 Expressway Court in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain and Taylor Anderson represented the landlord.

Senior Helpers leased 1,300 square feet of retail space at Pinewood Shoppes, 2921-2931 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Virginia Beach. John P. Duffy Jr. represented the landlord.

Dunn Coastal Enterprises Inc. leased 7,500 square feet of industrial space from Sincere Estates LLC for a Meineke Car Care Center. The property at 5823 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News was formerly Dunkums Machine Shop for over 50 years. Kenneth D. Penrose Jr. represented the landlord.

Iron Sheepdog Inc. leased 7,400 square feet of office space at 430 McLaws Circle in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas handled the lease negotiations on behalf of the landlord and the tenant.

Hounds Town Doggie Day Care leased 7,000 square feet of retail space at Hidenwood Shopping Center, 2 Hiden Blvd. in Newport News. Clay Willis and Drew Haynie represented the landlord.

Argo Turboserve Corp. leased 1,557 square feet of office space at Reflections II, 200 Golden Oak Court in Virginia Beach. Josh Fulton represented the tenant.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

Building Smiles PLLC leased 2,327 square feet of office space at 700 Independence Circle in Virginia Beach. Rob Sult and Michael Allen handled this transaction.

Shibam Yemeni leased 1,300 square feet of office space at 1215 George Washington Memorial Highway in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

PBMares LLP leased 10,253 square feet of office space at 440 Monticello Ave. in Norfolk. Clark Baldwin represented the tenant.

Ivy Rehab leased 3,898 square feet of office space at 502 Bud Drive in Chesapeake. Peter Abraham handled this transaction.

Cool Flames Café leased 1,250 square feet of retail space at 415 N. Military Highway in Norfolk. Bob King handled this transaction.

New Horizon Bank leased 2,192 square feet of office space at 321 E. Main St. in Norfolk. Ryan King handled this transaction.

Marine Equipment Supply LLC leased 12,651 square feet of industrial space at 2601 Trade St. in Chesapeake. Chip Worley handled this transaction.

Bordegaray Injury Law PLLC leased 1,290 square feet of retail space at 200 N. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Kimberly Worley handled this transaction.

Cheryl L. Scott leased 7,820 square feet of retail space at 3315 W. Mercury Blvd. in Hampton. Bob Saunders and Bob King handled this transaction.

Kinetic Life Chiropractic leased 720 square feet of retail space at 681 N. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Kimberly Worley handled this transaction.

Nomad Brothers Inc. leased 15,000 square feet of retail/industrial space at 4205 W. Mercury Blvd. in Hampton. Bob King handled this transaction.

Pembroke Realty Group

Virginia Beach Academy Inc. leased a 5,614-square-foot building at 223 17th St. in Virginia Beach. Cole Werkheiser represented the tenant.

DCCC leased 3,000 square feet of office/flex space at Trade Center at 105 S First Colonial Road in Virginia Beach. Cole Werkheiser and Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Children Event Sitters LLC leased 1,600 square feet of retail space at Woodtide Shopping Center at 4676 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented landlord.

 

610 Armistead LLC purchased the 3,075-square-foot industrial/warehouse building at 610 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton from Mox Properties LLC for $402,500 as an investment, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. Clay Culbreth represented the seller. Ellis Colthorpe represented the buyer. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)
610 Armistead LLC purchased the 3,075-square-foot industrial/warehouse building at 610 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton from Mox Properties LLC for $402,500 as an investment, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. Clay Culbreth represented the seller. Ellis Colthorpe represented the buyer. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)

LEASE RENEWALS

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

The Marksman renewed its lease of 10,000 square feet of industrial space at 520 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Kenneth D. Penrose Jr. represented the landlord.

Jefferson Science Associates LLC renewed its lease of 9,275 square feet of industrial space at 727 Blue Crab Road in Newport News. Robert L. Phillips Jr. represented the landlord. Dawn F. Griggs represented the tenant.

Bon Secours renewed its lease of 8,587 square feet of office space at 885 Kempsville Road in Norfolk. Rob Wright represented the tenant.

MR. FIX-IT renewed its lease of 4,466 square feet of industrial space at Norfolk Business Center, 2551 Eltham Ave. in Norfolk. Brett Sain represented the tenant.

Anna’s Italian Pizza renewed its lease of 3,600 square feet of retail space at Main Street Center, 6872-6920 Main St. in Gloucester. Dawn F. Griggs represented the landlord.

Atlas Technical Consultants LLC renewed its lease of 2,500 square feet of industrial space at Expressway Court Commerce Centre, 211 Expressway Court in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain represented the landlord.

Innovative Waste renewed its lease of 1,800 square feet of industrial space at 2608 Horse Pasture Road in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain represented the landlord.

J.S. Burton PLC renewed its lease of 1,248 square feet of office space in New Town at 5435 Discovery Park Blvd. in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas represented the landlord.

Reyna Agency Solutions Inc. renewed its lease of 1,040 square feet of retail space at Wards Corner Shoppes, 7623-7655 Granby St. in Norfolk. Ted Levin represented the landlord.

Swisslog Logistics Inc. renewed its lease of 44,066 square feet of office space at 161 Enterprise Drive in Newport News. Tom Dana represented the landlord.

Rone Hair Salon renewed its lease of 1,800 square feet of office space in Oyster Point at 740 Thimble Shoals Blvd. in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Norseman Advisory Group Inc. renewed its lease of 1,606 square feet of office space in Oyster Point at Peninsula Professional Building, 11818 Rock Landing Road in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

CO Technologies renewed its lease of 1,590 square feet of office space at Strawbridge Commons, 2180 McComas Way in Virginia Beach. Josh Fulton represented the landlord.

OffBe renewed its lease of 1,448 square feet of office space at 4161 William Styron Square in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Small Cakes Williamsburg renewed its lease of 1,344 square feet of retail space at Settler’s Market at New Town, 5224 Monticello Ave. in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas represented the tenant.

Outback Construction renewed its lease of 1,205 square feet of industrial space at 2100 Aluminum Ave. in Hampton. Ellis Colthorpe represented the landlord.

Albano Cleaners renewed its lease of 1,200 square feet of retail space at Brenneman Farm, 4540 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Dean Martin represented the landlord.

Jamestowne Investments, LLC renewed its lease of 1,182 square feet of office space at The Atrium Building, 263 McLaws Circle, in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas, CCIM, SIOR handled the lease negotiations on behalf of the landlord.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

Ohio Valley Acquisition LLC renewed its lease of 2,500 square feet of office space at 1040 University Blvd. in Portsmouth. Kimberly Worley handled this transaction.

PPG Architectural Finishes Inc. renewed its lease of 6,700 square feet of industrial space at 1303 Ingleside Road in Norfolk. Chip Worley handled this transaction.

Kiln Creek Tailor renewed its lease of 1,000 square feet of retail space at 1213 A George Washington Memorial Highway in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

LifeStance Health renewed its lease of 3,917 square feet of office space at 580 City Center Blvd. in Newport News. Clark Baldwin and Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

BIH Electric LLC renewed its lease of 900 square feet of industrial space at 300 Commerce Circle in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Canvas Coffee House renewed its lease of 1,200 square feet of retail space at 400G Commerce Circle in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Honey Baked Ham renewed its lease of 3,264 square feet of retail space at 4801 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Norfolk. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group PC renewed its lease of 2,050 square feet of retail space at 1405 Kiln Creek Parkway in Newport News. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Friend Village renewed its lease of 1,000 square feet of office space at 3386 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Ryan King handled this transaction.

Nam’s Cleaners renewed its lease of 1,600 square feet of retail space at 13002 Warwick Blvd. in Newport News. Kimberly Worley handled this transaction.

Buddy’s Home Furnishings renewed its lease of 6,000 square feet of retail space at 1782 East Little Creek Road in Norfolk. Larry Hecht and Bob King handled this transaction.

Vino Italian Bistro renewed its lease of 4,000 square feet of retail space at 5242 Fairfield Shopping Center in Virginia Beach. Kimberly Worley represented the tenant.

Pembroke Realty Group

Quality Used Furniture renewed its lease for 1,086 square feet of retail space at Gibson Plaza at 3972 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Cole Werkheiser represented the landlord.

Sweet Kream Bakery renewed its lease for 1,100 square feet of retail space at Knells Ridge Square at 805 N. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Compassionate Companions renewed its lease for 690 square feet of office space at The Meadows at 505 S. Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Pembroke Chiropractic Center renewed its lease for 1,250 square feet of retail space at Pembroke Crossing Shoppes at 4668 Pembroke Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Fear Not Tarantulas Inc. renewed its lease for 2,117 square feet of retail space at the Shoppes at Timberlake at 4291 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Haygood Family Hair Center renewed its lease for 1,051 square feet of office/retail space at 4609 Pembroke Lake Circle in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Virginia Plastic Surgery Center renewed its lease for 2,919 square feet of office space at First Colonial Medical Center at 1120 First Colonial Road in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

C-4 Classic Columbian Coffee Cafe renewed its lease for 1,000 square feet of retail space at Woodtide Shopping Center at 4676 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Lenny Burns represented the landlord.

Riddle Associates Inc.

E-Merge Systems LLC renewed its lease at 341 Cleveland Place in Virginia Beach. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

CACI Inc. renewed its lease at 124 Robert Hall Court in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott and Robb Riddle handled the negotiations.

TCI Mechanical Inc. renewed its lease at 620 Innovation Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Leather Luster renewed its lease at 908 Executive Court in Chesapeake. Robb Riddle handled the negotiations.

Danella Construction Inc. renewed its lease at 1508 Technology Drive in Chesapeake. Larry Rumsey handled the negotiations.

Omni Psychotherapy LLC renewed its lease at 920 Ventures Way in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

AFMCVA Inc. renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Glasser Customs US Inc. renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Do It Wright LLC renewed its lease at 3901 Garwood Ave. in Portsmouth. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Quantra Environmental renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Allied Research Technology Inc. renewed its lease at 500 Freeman Ave. in Chesapeake. Larry Rumsey handled the negotiations.

The Wood Group renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

RAZ Inc. doing business as Razorback Grill renewed its lease at 3737 Holland Blvd. in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Home Technology by Masters Inc. renewed their lease at 622 Innovation Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.

Your Pie exercised its option on 2,100 square feet of retail space at K&K Square Shopping Center in Norfolk. Maggie Spillane represented the landlord.

Dragon Restaurant extended its lease on 1,640 square feet of retail space at Colley Village Shopping Center in Norfolk. Pierce Jacobson represented the landlord.

Muse Hair Salon extended its lease on 1,400 square feet of retail space at Glenwood Square Shopping Center in Chesapeake. Maggie Spillane represented the landlord.

Nation Nails II extended its lease on 1,200 square feet of retail space at Wythe Creek Shoppes Shopping Center in Hampton. Pierce Jacobson represented the landlord.

State Farm Insurance renewed its lease on 1,200 square feet of retail space at Quarterpath Crossing Shopping Center in Williamsburg. Tyler Jacobson represented the landlord.

Scents extended its lease on 630 square feet of retail space at Suffolk Plaza Shopping Center in Suffolk. Chris Hucke represented the landlord.

]]> 7348435 2024-09-16T08:00:26+00:00 2024-09-16T08:01:18+00:00 Business calendar for the week of Sept. 16 https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/13/business-calendar-for-the-week-of-sept-16/ Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:14:54 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7362670 SEPT. 17
TUESDAY

CREW’s Groundbreaking Woman & Annual Meeting, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Westin at Town Center, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach. CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) Coastal Virginia is honoring Christine Verfurth, entrepreneur and Drybar franchise owner, as its 2024 Groundbreaking Woman. $45-$60. Register at coastal-virginia.crewnetwork.org.

SEPT. 18

WEDNESDAY

Legislative Reception, 5-7 p.m., Harbor Club, Waterside District, 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting House of Delegates Speaker Don Scott and state Sen. Christie New Craig for a legislative reception so members can discuss challenges and opportunities facing the business community, our economic climate or our quality of life. $50. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 19

THURSDAY

Military Recognition Breakfast, 7:30-10 a.m., Holiday Inn, 980 Omni Blvd., Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a breakfast to honor local military personnel. $40. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Unleashing Human Potential: Going for Gold in Leadership Excellence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Christopher Newport University, David Student Union Hall, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News. The Peninsula chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management is hosting a leadership conference for human resources and leadership professionals. Network with industry leaders, engage in interactive workshops and gain insights from innovators in the field. Keynote speaker Natasha Bowman will speak to “Confessions of a Workaholic” on career success to true fulfillment and “From Stigma to Support,” a call to action for workplace mental health. Keynote speaker Harvey Johnson, CEO of PBMares, will share “Dare to Lead,” guiding your organization through times of change, uncertainty and transformation. $89-$229. Register at vapeninsulashrm.com.

Virginia Retail Matters 2024: A State of Retail Event, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Kingsmill Resort, 1010 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg. The Retail Alliance is hosting a lunch and presentation to bring together retailers, industry experts and forward-thinking professionals to delve into the latest trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the retail sector in Virginia. Study by Main Street America will be presented on national and state findings from its Small Business Survey and analysis. $70-$85. Register at retailalliance.com.

It’s Not Too Early for Tax Preparation, noon to 1 p.m., virtual. The Peninsula Home-based Business Network is hosting Cheryl Jackson with the Internal Revenue Service. She will give invaluable insights into tax preparation tailored specifically for home-based business owners. From deductible expenses to tax credits, we’ll explore key strategies to maximize savings while staying compliant with the latest tax regulations. Join us to simplify your tax season and optimize your financial planning for greater success in your home-based business. Free. Register at peninsulahbb.com/lunch-and-learn/.

Tech Center Block Party and Drillfield Debut, 5 p.m., 880 Tech Center Parkway, Newport News. Tech Center, in partnership with the city, is hosting food and beverage trucks and entertainment by Buck Shot. Lawn chairs welcome. Open to the public. Free.

Paint, Paws & Paddles, 5:30-8 p.m., d’Art Center, 740 Boush St., Norfolk. Norfolk SPCA is hosting a fundraiser party where adoptable animals will showcase their artistic talents alongside a local artist. Includes live and silent auctions, beverages and bites. $25. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.

SEPT. 20

FRIDAY

End of Summer Bay Bash, 7-11 p.m., Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club, 1052 Cardinal Road, Virginia Beach. The Neptune Festival is hosting an evening by the water with dancing, endless food and drinks and great musical entertainment. $150. Buy tickets at neptunefestival.com.

SEPT. 22

SUNDAY

Garden Party Brunch Gala celebrating 35 years of LGBT Life Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Woman’s Club of Portsmouth, 304 Sycamore Road, Portsmouth. LGBT Life Center is hosting a gala to celebrate its progress and kick off the next 35 years. Learn about the center’s future plans. $99-$248. Buy tickets at lgbtlifecenter.org/garden-party-brunch-gala/.

SEPT. 23

MONDAY

International Soil and Tillage Research Organisation, dayslong Sept. 23-27, Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort, 5700 Atlantic Ave. International Soil Tillage Research Organisation and Virginia Tech are hosting a “Living Roots, Living Soil” conference to promote engagement among scientists working in the field. Various topic areas include how sustainable practices impact soils. Scientists will share their latest research with the goal of improving efficiencies for growing food in sustainable ways. Includes all breakfasts and lunches, a tour of Virginia’s agricultural highlights and dinner cruise on Spirit of Norfolk. $700-$800. Register at arec.vaes.vt.edu/arec/eastern-shore/istro-2024-22nd-conference.html.

SEPT. 24

TUESDAY

Chamber Education: The EOS Model, noon to 1:30 p.m., Centura College at Prism Plaza, 4455 South Blvd., Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Jason Williams, a certified entrepreneurial operating system implementer, on bringing focus, accountability and discipline to your team using timeless principles and the proven EOS model. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 25

WEDNESDAY

Nominations deadline for 29th Annual Human Rights Awards. The Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations by 5 p.m. for noteworthy individuals and groups who have aided in the understanding of cultural diversity and advocated for the human rights of the city’s residents. For more information, visit virginiabeach.gov/HRCawards or contact VBHRC Liaison Dominique McKinnon at 757-385-1158.

SEPT. 26

THURSDAY

50 States Small Business Conference, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Brock Commons, Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach. Virginia Wesleyan, Truist and the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center are hosting an in-person conference to support existing and emerging small businesses and entrepreneurs with topics on capital access, finances, talent development and more. Free. Register at bit.ly/3ARtICz or contact Larry Belcher at 757-455-3292.

Crafting Solutions for a Healthier Tomorrow, noon to 1:30 p.m., Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber in partnership with Old Dominion University’s Strome College of Business is hosting Melina Davis, CEO of the Medical Society of Virginia. Learn how the Medical Society of Virginia has shifted the way it serves members and communities, from groundbreaking programs to first-of-its-kind legislation. Davis is a startup founder and helped MSV launch SafeHaven to protect health care clinicians’ well-being. Register at hrchamber.com.

Business After Hours, 4:30-6 p.m., 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event at St. George Brewing Co. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Topgolf, 5444 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar at the indoor skydiving venue. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 27

FRIDAY

Resilience in Today’s World, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday,  The Founder’s Inn Spa & Conference Center, 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. The Christian Broadcasting Network’s Helping the Home Front military ministry is hosting its second conference in the city to help military members and their families, and the general public, build resilience in the battle against suicide. It will feature some of the nation’s most impactful speakers, mental health professors and military experts who will lead breakout sessions on critical topics, enrichment activities and workshops on healthy lifestyle, marriage, and finances. A banquet includes guest speaker Taya Kyle, bestselling author and wife of the late Navy SEAL sniper, Chris Kyle. Other speakers include Dr. Damon Friedman, a retired Air Force special operations commander and founder of SOF Missions; Evan Owens, executive director of REBOOT Recovery; retired Army Capt. John Arroyo and Ft. Hood shooting survivor; and Anna Ord, dean of College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at Regent University. Free. Register at helpingthehomefront.org/events/leadership-conference-2024-resilience-in-todays-world/.

Spotlight on the Peninsula, 1-3 p.m., Ferguson, 751 Lakefront Commons, City Center, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting an information session and networking opportunity at Ferguson, a major Peninsula employer. Free. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 1

TUESDAY

Child Care: Everybody’s Business, 8-9:30 a.m., Newport News Marriott at City Center, 740 Town Center Drive, Newport News. FirstSpark and United Way’s Women United are inviting area business leaders and human resources professionals to a panel discussion to explore the profound impacts that the lack of child care is having on the region’s business community. Panelists include a Christopher Newport University economist, Sentara, a child care business owner and a state delegate. Free. Register at unitedwayvirginiapeninsula.wufoo.com/forms/m1iyqs0c0djxac5/.

OCT. 4

FRIDAY

Bon Appetit: Food Business Forum & Vendor Fair, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., The Kroc Center, 1401 Ballentine Blvd., Norfolk. The city is hosting its second food business forum and vendor fair. It is a mini conference for food-based businesses to learn what is needed to start and grow a food enterprise in the city. The reverse vendor fair will connect small, minority-owned, and women-owned food-based businesses with internal city departments that do the most buying of goods and services. Free. Register on eventbrite.com.

OCT. 5

SATURDAY

Men’s Health Summit 2024, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., The Hilton Oceanfront, 3001 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. Urology of Virginia is hosting a summit for men and women. Topics include all issues of the aging adult, including urological issues and answers, urological cancers, hormones for both men and women, mental health, sexual health and intimacy, cardiology and nutrition, physical therapy and more. WTKR anchor Kurt Williams will also share his prostate cancer journey at the summit. Free. Register at bit.ly/45pPaJl.

Barktoberfest, noon to 6 p.m., Mill Point Park, 100 Eaton St., Hampton. Peninsula SPCA is hosting its annual fall fundraiser with live music, local craft beer, food trucks, local vendors, costume contests for pets and people and dog-friendly contests and activities. $10-$45. Register at https://one.bidpal.net/bark2024/welcome.

Yorktown Wine Festival, noon to 6 p.m., Riverwalk Landing, 425 Water St., Yorktown. Village Events is hosting a wine tasting event with a craft beer garden and spirits from local distilleries. In a nod to sister cities Zweibrücken and Port-Vendres, attendees can sample Rieslings and Gewürztraminers from Germany and indulge bubbly from France. $40-$50. Buy tickets on eventbrite.com.

Light Up the Night Gala, 6-10 p.m., Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 4201 Atlantic Ave. Safe House Project is hosting a fundraiser gala. Every year, we gather to celebrate the progress in our fight against trafficking and honor the incredible stories of hope and resilience. $175. Buy tickets at https://e.givesmart.com/events/w7A/.

OCT. 8

TUESDAY

Coffee Connection, 8-9 a.m., The Mariners’ Museum, 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event. $0-$10. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

State of the Region, noon to 2 p.m., Norfolk Waterside Marriott, 235 E. Main St. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting speakers with Old Dominion University’s Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy for an update and forecast on the economy of Hampton Roads and its main drivers. Speakers will also talk about the supply of housing in the region, public libraries, the aging of the region and a look at if disability rates are rising locally. Register at hrchamber.com.

OCT. 9

WEDNESDAY

International Trade Symposium: Harnessing the New Normal, 11 a.m. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday, The Main Hilton, 100 E. Main St., Norfolk. The Virginia Maritime Association is hosting an annual conference with speakers on the new normal in global shipping, including examining resilient supply chains, uncertainty in trade lanes, environmental policies and regulations and geopolitical relationships. Gov. Glenn Youngkin will present the Shipper of the Year Award. Panels include a look at the impact of artificial intelligence and the power of rail. $200. Register at vamaritime.com/VMASymposium/.

Professionalize Your Management-Systems Thinking and Your Management System, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University for its Start, Grow, Thrive: Succeeding in Business Series event. $15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Maritime Mixer, 5-8 p.m., Waterside Marketplace, 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The Virginia Maritime Association is hosting a networking event as part of its annual trade conference on Oct. 9-10. $100-$125. Register at vamaritime.com/VMASymposium/.

InnoVate Conference, 5:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Oct. 11, Hilton Garden Inn, 3315 Atlantic Ave., Virginia Beach. The Virginia Credit Union League is hosting its inaugural event designed to meet the evolving needs of credit union professionals. A range of sessions include the latest advancements in fintech and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence solutions. Other highlights including how credit unions can win over Gen Z and unlocking new non-interest income. $395. Register at vaculinnovate.org.

OCT. 10

THURSDAY

Magnetic Leadership: Harnessing Charisma and Executive Presence, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Cheryl Harris Sutton, president of Harris Sutton Enterprises, for its Pink Bag Lunch. $10-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Annual Maritime Banquet, 6-9 p.m., The Main Hilton, 100 E. Main St., Norfolk. The Virginia Maritime Association is hosting its annual banquet as part of its annual trade conference. Over the years, this esteemed event has grown in popularity, now attracting over 800 industry professionals and members of the maritime community. It serves as a celebration of the accomplishments within port-related industries, offering attendees an evening of networking, fine dining, awards and exciting announcements. $230. Register at vamaritime.com/VMASymposium/.

OCT. 11

FRIDAY

State of the Region, 7:30-9:30 a.m., 980 Omni Blvd., Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Old Dominion University economists Robert McNab and Vinod Agarwal for an economic update and forecast. $45. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 17

THURSDAY

Young Professional Summit 2024, noon to 6 p.m., The Westin, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach Town Center. tHRive, the young professionals group of the Hampton Roads Chamber, is hosting its signature event for young professionals offering professional development and networking. $50-$65. Register at ypthrive.org.

OCT. 18

FRIDAY

Boys & Girls Clubs annual dinner auction: Empower Up, 6-10 p.m., Newport News Marriott at City Center, 740 Town Center Drive. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula is hsoting its annual dinner auction with entertainment and inspiration. Guests are invited to embrace their inner heroes and come dressed as their favorite superhero. Includes red carpet entrance with 360-degree photo booth, three-course buffet, live DJ music, dancing and an open bar with specialty drinks. The live auction of exclusive items, such as luxury getaways, sports memorabilia, fine art and jewelry, will support the nonprofit’s mission of empowering the leaders of tomorrow. $100. Buy tickets at bagclub.com.

OCT. 19

SATURDAY

Fall Town Point Wine Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Town Point Park, downtown Norfolk waterfront. Festevents is hosting one of the most anticipated wine festivals of the season with more than 200 fine wines to choose from. $35-$40. Register at festevents.org/events/2024/fallwinefest/.

OCT. 22

TUESDAY

Rooted in Purpose: Women Impact Virginia, 8 a.m.- 3:15 p.m., 1010 Kingsmill Road, Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg. Virginia Tech is hosting women trailblazers, innovators and leaders in their fields to share insights, strategies and stories. They include Kim B Miller, a poet, author and speaker and Torrece “Chef T” Gregoire. $199. Register at outreach.vt.edu/engagement/women-impact-virginia/register.html.

OCT. 24

THURSDAY

40th Annual Employment Law Update, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., virtual. Kaufman & Canoles is hosting employment law experts to update attendees on new employment laws and regulations that require effective human resources help to navigate. This year’s 40th ELU is designed to update employers on developments like the new proposed Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidance on workplace harassment and new wage-hour regulations from the Department of Labor. A “Top Gun” employee lawyer will provide insights on how he decides which employers he will sue. Attendees can also earn up to six certification credit hours. $375. Register at kaufcan.com/events/webinars/40th-annual-employment-law-update-virtual/.

OCT. 27

SUNDAY

Yorktoberfest, noon to 5 p.m., Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown. The York County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its signature event with beer, food and music. Unlimited tastings of 35-plus craft beers, ciders and more. $10-$40. Register at yorktoberfestva.com.

OCT. 28

MONDAY

Monster Mega Mixer Business Showcase, 4:30-7 p.m., The Westin, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach Town Center. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting its 13th annual expo to showcase business products and services while encouraging corporate networking. Bring your painted pumpkin to registration by 5 p.m. top enter the contest. Register at hrchamber.com.

Please, send calendar items to inside.business@insidebiz.com.

]]> 7362670 2024-09-13T06:14:54+00:00 2024-09-13T06:14:54+00:00 Business notes: Openings, Peninsula Foodbank expansion, Chesapeake teacher selected for Amazon program https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/09/business-notes-openings-peninsula-foodbank-expansion-chesapeake-teacher-selected-for-amazon-program/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:39:27 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7348445 Appointed/elected

The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art announced new board members for the fiscal year beginning July 1. The new executive board includes chair, Bruce Berlin, managing partner, Venture Realty Group; vice chair, Susan Cohen, partner, Spring Oak Associates; secretary, Connie O’Brien, senior vice president, marketing and digital operations, PRA; treasurer, Nick Louridas, senior client associate, Wells Fargo Advisors; past chair, Nicole Naidyhorski, marketing director, Kaufman & Canoles; at large, Jeff Fine, vice president of production, WHRO Public Media; at large, Scott Duncan, retired senior vice president /general manager, The Capital Group Cos.; and at large, Anne Fleder, community volunteer. New board trustees include Virginia “Ginny” Fogg, retired general counsel for Norfolk Southern Corp.; Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, endowed professor of Virginia Black history and culture, Norfolk State University; and Kim McCoy Webb, experienced professional, artist and student.

The Virginia Association of Planning District Commissions elected members to its board of directors for another one-year term, including Robert Crum of Hampton Roads Planning District Commission.

Tyler Johnson of Gloucester has been named president of the Virginia Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s board of directors.

___

Awards and honors

Amazon selected Cindy Degnan, a computer science teacher at Deep Creek Elementary and Indian River Middle School in Chesapeake, among hundreds of eligible teachers for the Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassador Program. As one of only 50 educators nationwide chosen for this two-year paid fellowship, Degnan of Portsmouth will play a vital role in helping scale computer science equity in her local community and serve as a model for what can be done across the country. One of her first major projects will be to conduct a local listening tour, engaging with students, parents, educators, and community leaders to understand the barriers and challenges they face in STEM and computer science education. This understanding will help shape the future of computer science curricula. She will also pilot innovative instructional strategies for teaching computer science in the classroom and receive professional development training opportunities. Additionally, she will connect with a nationwide network of like-minded science, technology, engineering and math educators to share best practices. “I am completing my 24th year in public education, and I would say that my father is responsible for my love of computer science and technology,” Degnan said. “I hope to instill in my students the same love for technology that my father instilled in me. I want them to see how technology will be an important part of any job they hold in the future.”

Virginia Health Services President and CEO Mark Klyczek (Courtesy of VHS)
Virginia Health Services President and CEO Mark Klyczek (Courtesy of VHS)

The Virginia Health Care Association-Virginia Center for Assisted Living announced that Virginia Health Services President and CEO Mark Klyczek was selected by the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living as a future leader in long-term and post-acute care. Klyczek will participate in AHCA/NCAL’s Future Leaders program, which provides year-long training and mentorship for professionals in long-term and post-acute care. He is one of 39 participants selected nationwide. Klyczek has more than 25 years of health care experience. He started with VHS in January 2020. Under his leadership, VHS established a registered apprenticeship program, opened a Dialysis Den in partnership with DaVita at Coliseum Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hampton and improved quality care scores.

Williamsburg Landing announced the renewal of its five-year CARF Accreditation. It is among only 12-15% of Life Plan Communities to achieve this certification, and the first accredited Life Plan Community in the region. CARF, founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body that establishes consumer-focused standards to help organizations measure and improve the quality of their programs and services. Williamsburg Landing provides independent living, assisted living, memory support, Namaste, short- and long-term nursing and adult day services.

___

Grants and donations

In August, U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott delivered $1 million in community project funding from federal appropriations to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. The funding will be used to expand cold storage capacity by building a second, smaller warehouse location to store produce and lean meats. These are among the most nutritious foods and are often least affordable for food insecure families. This funding will enable the Foodbank and its partner agencies to continue providing nutritious fruits, vegetables and lean proteins to the more than 61,000 individuals across the greater Virginia Peninsula that are chronically food insecure. The expanded storage will also save the Foodbank significant expenses in private external storage costs and will allow the organization to receive more donated produce items that currently may be declined due to space constraints.

Last year, Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service contributed $7,000 to the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank in support of its Backpack Program. More than 50,000 Food for Kids Backpack program bags were delivered to 35 schools across our community, including five in Williamsburg/James City County. This summer, the program has been providing up to 900 breakfast and lunch meals during the weekday for kids who attended summer camps, church programs and YMCAs.

Columbia Gas of Virginia distributed grants of about $1,500 to nearly 30 volunteer fire departments across the commonwealth, including Carrollton and Smithfield volunteer fire departments.

The Virginia Aviation Board, at its quarterly meeting on Aug. 9, awarded about $9.6 million for 28 projects at 19 airports across the commonwealth. The funding includes more than $1.2 million to Chesapeake Regional Airport for south apron rehabilitation construction, $2,900 to Hampton Roads Executive Airport for a spill prevention control plan update and $62,000 to Suffolk Executive Airport for three-phase power.

The ViBe Creative District was awarded a general operating grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts for this fiscal year. The ViBe nonprofit is the private operational partner to the city of Virginia Beach’s arts district that fundraises to meet and exceed city investment in the district. Commission funding supports ViBe’s year-round programming and events, all offered free and open to the public.

Hall | MileOne Autogroup recently donated $32,500 to Chesapeake-based nonprofit Roc Solid Foundation, which builds hope for kids fighting cancer. The donation was used to sponsor a Roc Solid Ready Bag Packing Party as well as general operating support of the organization. MileOneCares, the philanthropic program of MileOne Autogroup, allows employees to donate $500 each to a charity of their choice. And 65 employees from Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Virginia Beach chose the Roc Solid Foundation to receive the funds. Hall team members also packed over 100 Roc Solid Ready Bags, which will go to families just after they hear the devastating news that their child has cancer. Shown from left is Trey Barham, Roc Solid development coordinator, and Hall employees Jason Mays, service manager; Shanna Quarders, dealer administrator; Abby Meeks, general manager; and Heath Wynn, regional general manager. (Courtesy of Roc Solid Foundation)
Hall | MileOne Autogroup recently donated $32,500 to Chesapeake-based nonprofit Roc Solid Foundation, which builds hope for kids fighting cancer. The donation was used to sponsor a Roc Solid Ready Bag Packing Party as well as general operating support of the organization. MileOneCares, the philanthropic program of MileOne Autogroup, allows employees to donate $500 each to a charity of their choice. And 65 employees from Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Virginia Beach chose the Roc Solid Foundation to receive the funds. Hall team members also packed over 100 Roc Solid Ready Bags, which will go to families just after they hear the devastating news that their child has cancer. Shown from left is Trey Barham, Roc Solid development coordinator, and Hall employees Jason Mays, service manager; Shanna Quarders, dealer administrator; Abby Meeks, general manager; and Heath Wynn, regional general manager. (Courtesy of Roc Solid Foundation)

___

Opening

Cava opened on Aug. 16 at 2808 Sabre St. in Virginia Beach’s Lynnhaven neighborhood. The fast-casual restaurant chain serves Mediterranean-inspired bowls, pitas, dips, and dressings. The restaurant employs 30-35 workers.

Darla’s Downtown Boutique opened on Aug. 10 at 126 N. Main St. in downtown Suffolk. The shop sells women’s clothing, jewelry, home and gift items. Its inventory includes a wide variety of items, ranging from clothes for women, teens and tweens to candles and teacher gifts. Learn more at darlasdowntown.com.

Blessed Hands Florist, a floral and retail merchandise shop that expanded from a home-based operation, opened at 150 W. Washington St., Suite E, in downtown Suffolk on Aug. 10. The shop, owned by Shameka Council, offers a unique and affordable selection of customized floral arrangements and retail merchandise, including shirts and cups. The inspiration for this business came from a deeply personal experience when Council’s cousin, Antonio Gates, died in 2013 and motivated her to create meaningful floral arrangements for funerals. Council plans to offer tutorial lessons for arts and crafts during holidays. For more information, contact 757-742-3797.

___

Partnership

Chesapeake-based INIT entered a five-year partnership with Seattle-based King County Metro to enhance the efficiency and reliability of its electric fleet operations. INIT will provide provide an advanced vehicle health monitoring system and smart charge management system from CarMedialab, a member of the INIT Group. The cloud-based technologies will be conveyed across an initial 45 battery-powered electric buses and trolleybuses, eventually extending to a total of 500 battery electric coaches and 174 trolleys over the contract term.

___

Remodel

The Walmart Neighborhood Market at 11214 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News celebrated a remodel, designed to improve and modernize the customer shopping experience. Aisle locations changed for a simpler experience and signage throughout the store was updated to increase visibility and access. The remodel included an expanded online grocery department, relocation of the bakery department to the front of the store and an expanded pharmacy department with a new two-lane drive-thru for pharmacy customers. The store presented grants to local nonprofit organizations, including Peninsula Rescue Mission, Habitat for Humanity, Thrive Peninsula, Bridging Gaps for Heroes and Enduring Keys.

___

Workforce development

The Regional Maritime Training System, led by the Hampton Roads Workforce Council, participated in the NASCAR race weekend at Richmond Raceway on Aug. 10-11 to spotlight career opportunities available in the maritime industry. It also recognized Eamon Kane, a recent graduate of a 90-day welding internship at Q.E.D. Systems Inc., a partner of the training system. Tidewater Community College also partnered with the system to host a booth with a welding simulator for attendees to test out in the FanZone. In 2023, race sponsor RFK Racing entered a partnership with BlueForge Alliance, the nonprofit integrator for the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Industrial Base Program, and its BuildSubmarines.com initiative to reinvigorate America’s manufacturing workforce and promote the wide array of career opportunities across the nation to NASCAR’s fan base. Through the multiyear agreement, BuildSubmarines.com was featured as a primary partner for 10 races across RFK’s two NASCAR Cup Series teams in 2023 and in 18 races per season beginning this year.

 

]]> 7348445 2024-09-09T08:39:27+00:00 2024-09-09T08:39:27+00:00 Business calendar for the week of Sept. 9 https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/09/business-calendar-for-the-week-of-sept-9/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:39:07 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7350546 SEPT. 10
TUESDAY

Coffee Connection, 8-9 a.m., The Chamberlin, 2 Fenwick Road, Hampton. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event. $0-$10. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Retailpreneur Series: Mastering Your Marketing Strategy, 8:30-9:45 a.m., online. The Retail Alliance is hosting Lindsey Germono, president of Germono Advertising Co., for a three-part workshop series designed to elevate your marketing strategy. The first session is on essential tools and data gathering, including learning to collect key data, request media kits and create a draft marketing plan. Free. Register at retailalliance.com.

10th Annual Suffolk B2B, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Hub 757, 6801 Bridgeway Drive, Suffolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting an expo to promote local businesses, encourage corporate networking and to showcase new products and services. Open to the public. Free. Hrchamber.com.

Healthy Conflict Navigation for Harmonious Workplaces, noon to 1 p.m., online. Virginia Tech’s Newport News Center is hosting a one-hour lunch-and-learn via Zoom to explore the art of managing conflicts in a healthy and constructive way. We’ll delve into strategies for preparing ourselves mentally to handle potential conflicts, engage in difficult conversations with poise and work toward win-win resolutions. The session will equip participants with practical tools to maintain safety and respect during conflicts, avoid falling into the traps of storytelling and assumptions and how to foster positive outcomes from disputes. Open to the public. Free. Register at https://forms.gle/qJHr7ccbpWcvtxpE8.

Business Roundtable, noon to 1 p.m., Williamsburg Community Building, 401 N. Boundary St. Williamsburg Economic Development Authority is hosting City Manager Andrew O. Trivette for project updates on recreational facilities. Includes lunch by 1693 Catering. $15. Register on eventbrite.com.

SEPT. 11

WEDNESDAY

Start, Grow, Thrive: Succeeding in Business Series, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University for a presentation on “The Family Business.” $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

SEPT. 12

THURSDAY

How Do You Keep Score? Measuring What Matters in Your Organization, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Jennifer L. Todd, a certified public accountant, strategist and organizational coach for its Pink Bag Lunch. $10-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

SEPT. 13

FRIDAY

Chesapeake Economic Development Advisory Committee Regional Panel, 8-10 a.m., The Regional Building, 723 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake. The city committee is hosting panelists from major regional organizations to highlight the unique advantages of Hampton Roads. Panelists include Robert Crum of Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, Sherri Dawson of Hampton Roads Transit, Steve Harrison of Hampton Roads Alliance and Justin Saunders of the Hampton Roads Chamber. Free. Chesapeakeva.biz/upcoming-events/.

SEPT. 14

SATURDAY

Hampton Roads Walk for Apraxia, 9 a.m., Bayville Farms Park, 4132 First Court Road, Virginia Beach. Apraxia Kids is hosting a walk to benefit children with apraxia of speech, a rare motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for an individual to speak. Treatment includes speech therapy. The funds benefit Apraxia Kids, the leading nonprofit that works to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with childhood apraxia of speech. Free registration. Register at apraxia-kids.org/walk-for-apraxia-splash-page/.

Taste of Suffolk Downtown Street Festival, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., along Main Street from Finney Avenue to Washington Street, historic downtown Suffolk. The city is hosting food, entertainment and activities for children. Local independent restaurants will offer their signature dishes in smaller portions at affordable prices. Attendees can browse local vendors and explore a New Vehicle Exhibition by Suffolk’s automotive dealerships. Beer garden includes local craft brews and live music. For more info, visit tasteofsuffolkva.com.

27th Annual Fall Wine Festival, noon to 5 p.m., 31st Street Park, Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The Neptune Festival is hosting a wine tasting with more than 60 wines. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and the opportunity to purchase the wines you like by the bottle and case. $45. Buy tickets at neptunefestival.com.

SEPT. 17

TUESDAY

CREW’s Groundbreaking Woman & Annual Meeting, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Westin at Town Center, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach. CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) Coastal Virginia is honoring Christine Verfurth, entrepreneur and Drybar franchise owner, as its 2024 Groundbreaking Woman. $45-$60. Register at coastal-virginia.crewnetwork.org.

SEPT. 18

WEDNESDAY

Legislative Reception, 5-7 p.m., Harbor Club, Waterside District, 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting House of Delegates Speaker Don Scott and state Sen. Christie New Craig for a legislative reception so members can discuss challenges and opportunities facing the business community, our economic climate or our quality of life. $50. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 19

THURSDAY

Military Recognition Breakfast, 7:30-10 a.m., Holiday Inn, 980 Omni Blvd., Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a breakfast to honor local military personnel. $40. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Unleashing Human Potential: Going for Gold in Leadership Excellence, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Christopher Newport University, David Student Union Hall, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News. The Peninsula chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management is hosting a leadership conference for human resources and leadership professionals. Network with industry leaders, engage in interactive workshops and gain insights from innovators in the field. Keynote speaker Natasha Bowman will speak to “Confessions of a Workaholic” on career success to true fulfillment and “From Stigma to Support,” a call to action for workplace mental health. Keynote speaker Harvey Johnson, CEO of PBMares, will share “Dare to Lead,” guiding your organization through times of change, uncertainty and transformation. $89-$229. Register at vapeninsulashrm.com.

Virginia Retail Matters 2024: A State of Retail Event, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Kingsmill Resort, 1010 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg. The Retail Alliance is hosting a lunch and presentation to bring together retailers, industry experts and forward-thinking professionals to delve into the latest trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the retail sector in Virginia. Study by Main Street America will be presented on national and state findings from its Small Business Survey and analysis. $70-$85. Register at retailalliance.com.

It’s Not Too Early for Tax Preparation, noon to 1 p.m., virtual. The Peninsula Home-based Business Network is hosting Cheryl Jackson with the Internal Revenue Service. She will give invaluable insights into tax preparation tailored specifically for home-based business owners. From deductible expenses to tax credits, we’ll explore key strategies to maximize savings while staying compliant with the latest tax regulations. Join us to simplify your tax season and optimize your financial planning for greater success in your home-based business. Free. Register at peninsulahbb.com/lunch-and-learn/.

Tech Center Block Party and Drillfield Debut, 5 p.m., 880 Tech Center Parkway, Newport News. Tech Center, in partnership with the city, is hosting food and beverage trucks and entertainment by Buck Shot. Lawn chairs welcome. Open to the public. Free.

Paint, Paws & Paddles, 5:30-8 p.m., d’Art Center, 740 Boush St., Norfolk. Norfolk SPCA is hosting a fundraiser party where adoptable animals will showcase their artistic talents alongside a local artist. Includes live and silent auctions, beverages and bites. $25. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.

SEPT. 20

FRIDAY

End of Summer Bay Bash, 7-11 p.m., Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club, 1052 Cardinal Road, Virginia Beach. The Neptune Festival is hosting an evening by the water with dancing, endless food and drinks and great musical entertainment. $150. Buy tickets at neptunefestival.com.

SEPT. 22

SUNDAY

Garden Party Brunch Gala celebrating 35 years of LGBT Life Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Woman’s Club of Portsmouth, 304 Sycamore Road, Portsmouth. LGBT Life Center is hosting a gala to celebrate its progress and kick off the next 35 years. Learn about the center’s future plans. $99-$248. Buy tickets at lgbtlifecenter.org/garden-party-brunch-gala/.

SEPT. 23

MONDAY

International Soil and Tillage Research Organisation, dayslong Sept. 23-27, Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort, 5700 Atlantic Ave. International Soil Tillage Research Organisation and Virginia Tech are hosting a “Living Roots, Living Soil” conference to promote engagement among scientists working in the field. Various topic areas include how sustainable practices impact soils. Scientists will share their latest research with the goal of improving efficiencies for growing food in sustainable ways. Includes all breakfasts and lunches, a tour of Virginia’s agricultural highlights and dinner cruise on Spirit of Norfolk. $700-$800. Register at arec.vaes.vt.edu/arec/eastern-shore/istro-2024-22nd-conference.html.

SEPT. 24

TUESDAY

Chamber Education: The EOS Model, noon to 1:30 p.m., Centura College at Prism Plaza, 4455 South Blvd., Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Jason Williams, a certified entrepreneurial operating system implementer, on bringing focus, accountability and discipline to your team using timeless principles and the proven EOS model. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 25

WEDNESDAY

Nominations deadline for 29th Annual Human Rights Awards. The Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations by 5 p.m. for noteworthy individuals and groups who have aided in the understanding of cultural diversity and advocated for the human rights of the city’s residents. For more information, visit virginiabeach.gov/HRCawards or contact VBHRC Liaison Dominique McKinnon at 757-385-1158.

SEPT. 26

THURSDAY

50 States Small Business Conference, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Brock Commons, Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach. Virginia Wesleyan, Truist and the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center are hosting an in-person conference to support existing and emerging small businesses and entrepreneurs with topics on capital access, finances, talent development and more. Free. Register at bit.ly/3ARtICz or contact Larry Belcher at 757-455-3292.

Crafting Solutions for a Healthier Tomorrow, noon to 1:30 p.m., Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber in partnership with Old Dominion University’s Strome College of Business is hosting Melina Davis, CEO of the Medical Society of Virginia. Learn how the Medical Society of Virginia has shifted the way it serves members and communities, from groundbreaking programs to first-of-its-kind legislation. Davis is a startup founder and helped MSV launch SafeHaven to protect health care clinicians’ well-being. Register at hrchamber.com.

Business After Hours, 4:30-6 p.m., 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event at St. George Brewing Co. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Topgolf, 5444 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar at the indoor skydiving venue. Register at hrchamber.com.

SEPT. 27

FRIDAY

Resilience in Today’s World, 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday,  The Founder’s Inn Spa & Conference Center, 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. The Christian Broadcasting Network’s Helping the Home Front military ministry is hosting its second conference in the city to help military members and their families, and the general public, build resilience in the battle against suicide. It will feature some of the nation’s most impactful speakers, mental health professors and military experts who will lead breakout sessions on critical topics, enrichment activities and workshops on healthy lifestyle, marriage, and finances. A banquet includes guest speaker Taya Kyle, bestselling author and wife of the late Navy SEAL sniper, Chris Kyle. Other speakers include Dr. Damon Friedman, a retired Air Force special operations commander and founder of SOF Missions; Evan Owens, executive director of REBOOT Recovery; retired Army Capt. John Arroyo and Ft. Hood shooting survivor; and Anna Ord, dean of College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at Regent University. Free. Register at helpingthehomefront.org/events/leadership-conference-2024-resilience-in-todays-world/.

Spotlight on the Peninsula, 1-3 p.m., Ferguson, 751 Lakefront Commons, City Center, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting an information session and networking opportunity at Ferguson, a major Peninsula employer. Free. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 5

SATURDAY

Barktoberfest, noon to 6 p.m., Mill Point Park, 100 Eaton St., Hampton. Peninsula SPCA is hosting its annual fall fundraiser with live music, local craft beer, food trucks, local vendors, costume contests for pets and people and dog-friendly contests and activities. $10-$45. Register at https://one.bidpal.net/bark2024/welcome.

Yorktown Wine Festival, noon-6 p.m., Riverwalk Landing, 425 Water St., Yorktown. Village Events is hosting a wine tasting event with a craft beer garden and spirits from local distilleries. In a nod to sister cities Zweibrücken and Port-Vendres, attendees can sample Rieslings and Gewürztraminers from Germany and indulge bubbly from France. $40-$50. Buy tickets on Eventbrite.com.

Light Up the Night Gala, 6-10 p.m., Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 4201 Atlantic Ave. Safe House Project is hosting a fundraiser gala. Every year, we gather to celebrate the progress in our fight against trafficking and honor the incredible stories of hope and resilience. $175. Buy tickets at https://e.givesmart.com/events/w7A/.

OCT. 8

TUESDAY

Coffee Connection, 8-9 a.m., The Mariners’ Museum, 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event. $0-$10. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

State of the Region, noon-2 p.m., Norfolk Waterside Marriott, 235 E. Main St. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting speakers with Old Dominion University’s Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy for an update and forecast on the economy of Hampton Roads and its main drivers. Speakers will also talk about the supply of housing in the region, public libraries, the aging of the region and a look at if disability rates are rising locally. Register at hrchamber.com.

OCT. 9

WEDNESDAY

Professionalize Your Management-Systems Thinking and Your Management System, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University for its Start, Grow, Thrive: Succeeding in Business Series event. $15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 10

THURSDAY

Magnetic Leadership: Harnessing Charisma and Executive Presence, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Cheryl Harris Sutton, president of Harris Sutton Enterprises, for its Pink Bag Lunch. $10-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 11

FRIDAY

State of the Region, 7:30-9:30 a.m., 980 Omni Blvd., Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Old Dominion University economists Robert McNab and Vinod Agarwal for an economic update and forecast. $45. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

OCT. 17

THURSDAY

Young Professional Summit 2024, noon-6 p.m., The Westin, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach Town Center. tHRive, the young professionals group of the Hampton Roads Chamber, is hosting its signature event for young professionals offering professional development and networking. $50-$65. Register at ypthrive.org.

OCT. 19

SATURDAY

Fall Town Point Wine Festival, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Town Point Park, downtown Norfolk waterfront. Festevents is hosting one of the most anticipated wine festivals of the season with more than 200 fine wines to choose from. $35-$40. Register at festevents.org/events/2024/fallwinefest/.

OCT. 22

TUESDAY

Rooted in Purpose: Women Impact Virginia, 8 a.m.- 3:15 p.m., 1010 Kingsmill Road, Kingsmill Resort, Williamsburg. Virginia Tech is hosting women trailblazers, innovators and leaders in their fields to share insights, strategies and stories. They include Kim B Miller, a poet, author and speaker and Torrece “Chef T” Gregoire. $199. Register at outreach.vt.edu/engagement/women-impact-virginia/register.html.

OCT. 24

THURSDAY

40th Annual Employment Law Update, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., virtual. Kaufman & Canoles is hosting employment law experts to update attendees on new employment laws and regulations that require effective human resources help to navigate. This year’s 40th ELU is designed to update employers on developments like the new proposed Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidance on workplace harassment and new wage-hour regulations from the Department of Labor. A “Top Gun” employee lawyer will provide insights on how he decides which employers he will sue. Attendees can also earn up to six certification credit hours. $375. Register at kaufcan.com/events/webinars/40th-annual-employment-law-update-virtual/.

OCT. 27

SUNDAY

Yorktoberfest, noon to 5 p.m., Riverwalk Landing, 331 Water St., Yorktown. The York County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its signature event with beer, food and music. Unlimited tastings of 35-plus craft beers, ciders and more. $10-$40. Register at yorktoberfestva.com.

OCT. 28

MONDAY

Monster Mega Mixer Business Showcase, 4:30-7 p.m., The Westin, 4535 Commerce St., Virginia Beach Town Center. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting its 13th annual expo to showcase business products and services while encouraging corporate networking. Bring your painted pumpkin to registration by 5 p.m. top enter the contest. Register at hrchamber.com.

Please, send calendar items to inside.business@insidebiz.com.

]]> 7350546 2024-09-09T08:39:07+00:00 2024-09-09T08:39:07+00:00 Business notes for the week of Sept. 2 https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/05/business-notes-for-the-week-of-sept-2/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:50:48 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7339476 Appointed/elected

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced additional key board appointments. Matthew Melvin of Newport News, executive director of Hope Unity Freedom Center, was appointed to the State Board of Social Services. Roger Cheeks of Chesapeake, senior director of outreach for International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, was appointed to the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities and Public Policy. Stacy James Armentrout Jr. of Chesapeake, associate environmental scientist at Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc., and Patrick Studley of Hampton, certified industrial hygienist, training and field department manager for Marine Chemist Service Inc., were appointed to the Virginia Board for Asbestos, Lead, and Home Inspectors. Kevin Duck of Isle of Wight, president of Chesterfield Insurers and commissioner for Carrsville Volunteer Fire Department, was appointed to the Virginia Fire Services Board. Commonwealth’s Attorney Colin Stolle of Virginia Beach was appointed to the Virginia State Crime Commission.

Awards and honors

The IncuHub, founded by Marko and Kristin Frigelj, received commendation by the House of Delegates for its fifth anniversary this year. The co-working space opened in Portsmouth in 2019, expanded there in 2022, and opened a location in downtown Hampton in 2024. They were presented with a copy of House Resolution No. 782 for fostering the aspirations of business owners and bringing greater prosperity to historically underutilized business districts.

HighSpeedInternet.com ranked Cox as the fastest internet service provider in the nation in this year’s annual review based on average download speeds for all of 2023. Cox claimed the top spot by delivering average yearlong download speeds of 238 megabits per second across the country, a full 10 mbps ahead of its nearest competitor. Cox has invested nearly $12 billion in network upgrades over the past 10 years (2014-2023) and said it will continue making multibillion-dollar annual infrastructure investments over the next several years, including expanding fiber to the home.

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News was named to the top 20 in the 2024 Most Beautiful Hospitals contest, sponsored by national healthcare staffing firm Soliant Health. Riverside was one of 80-plus hospitals nominated. With 21,301 votes, Riverside Regional Medical Center placed 12th in the national contest.

In its annual listing of Top 100 Brokers of U.S. Business measuring brokerage revenue generated by U.S.-based clients, Business Insurance ranked Towne Insurance Agency as No. 54, rising three spots from the list released in July 2023. The wholly owned subsidiary of TowneBank grew revenue by 19% in 2023 through strong retention, organic growth and the acquisition of Manry-Rawls LLC, with offices in Virginia and North Carolina. Now the largest bank-owned agency nationwide, Towne Insurance moved many of its regional offices into TowneBank financial centers that promote collaboration among insurance professionals and representatives from the bank, mortgage, wealth management and realty partners.

The city of Suffolk was awarded a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for the 16th straight year for its 2024-25 fiscal year operating and capital budget.

U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman was presented with the Hero of Main Street Award by the National Retail Federation this summer for his work supporting the American small business community through his legislative action and leadership.

Mode5 in Norfolk is the 81st top-performing managed services provider in the world, and No. 1 in Hampton Roads, according to Channel Futures, a leading voice in the information technology space and provider of the MSP 501, a list of the most influential and fastest-growing providers of managed services in the technology industry. Channel Futures ranks companies based on their growth, profitability and innovation.

The Shipbuilders Council of America presented U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, chair of the Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower, with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award, given annually to national leaders who demonstrate outstanding dedication and support for the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. From advocating for the Jones Act, the Maritime Security Program and cargo preference to promoting new apprenticeship programs to grow the maritime workforce, Kaine has been instrumental in highlighting the importance of a robust domestic shipbuilding sector for maintaining U.S. military and commercial fleets. (Courtesy of Tim Kaine's office)
The Shipbuilders Council of America presented U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, chair of the Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower, with the SCA Maritime Leadership Award, given annually to national leaders who demonstrate outstanding dedication and support for the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industry. From advocating for the Jones Act, the Maritime Security Program and cargo preference to promoting new apprenticeship programs to grow the maritime workforce, Kaine has been instrumental in highlighting the importance of a robust domestic shipbuilding sector for maintaining U.S. military and commercial fleets. (Courtesy of Tim Kaine’s office)

Grants and donations

Smithfield Foods is sponsoring the 2024 National Conservation Foundation’s Envirothon Competition, an international environmental and natural resource problem-solving competition that builds leadership experience for high school students, with $89,000 in funding. Smithfield provided $30,000 to be awarded as scholarships to the top three teams in the national competition, as well as an additional $59,000 to support 51 state competitions held across the country.

The Visionaries for Change, a giving circle of the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, awarded five grants totaling $33,750 to charitable causes in the Black community in Hampton Roads. They were: $7,000 to Black BRAND for the B-Force Accelerator Program; $9,000 to Envision, Lead, Grow for the Blossom Network financial literacy program to support women ages 18-25; $5,500 to the Metropolitan Business League for the Hampton Roads Capital Access Program; $6,250 to the Micro-Nonprofit Network for the Micro-Nonprofit Strategy Café; and $6,000 to Neighborhood for the Career and Community Development Program.

Economic impact

Amazon reported investing more than $135 billion in Virginia since 2010, creating more than 39,000 jobs in the state in its operations, logistics, corporate and technology functions. A report produced by economists at Keystone Strategy estimates Amazon contributed more than $96 billion to the Virginia economy and supported more than 195,000 indirect jobs across the state in 2023, in fields like construction, transportation, retail, health care, hospitality and more. Amazon was named the No. 1 Investment Hero of 2024 by the Progressive Policy Institute, investing more in the U.S. than any other American company for the fifth straight year.

The Virginia Space Flight Academy, a nonprofit educational organization, is celebrating 26 years of its successful Space Adventure Camp at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. It's the only space-themed camp with behind-the-scenes access at an operating NASA facility. Over six weeks every summer, about 220 campers ages 11 to 16 are introduced to a unique science, technology, engineering and math education with fun summer camp activities. This year, the camp achieved gender parity with an equal number of female and male campers and 43% of campers were people of color. VASFA awarded 50 scholarships this year, up from 27 in 2023. (Courtesy of VASFA)
The Virginia Space Flight Academy, a nonprofit educational organization, is celebrating 26 years of its successful Space Adventure Camp at NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility. It’s the only space-themed camp with behind-the-scenes access at an operating NASA facility. Over six weeks every summer, about 220 campers ages 11 to 16 are introduced to a unique science, technology, engineering and math education with fun summer camp activities. This year, the camp achieved gender parity with an equal number of female and male campers and 43% of campers were people of color. VASFA awarded 50 scholarships this year, up from 27 in 2023. (Courtesy of VASFA)

Environment

Hampton Roads Sanitation District recognized 108 private and government organizations in Hampton Roads for perfect compliance with their environmental permits during 2023. Earning Pollution Prevention (P2) awards this year were Department of the Air Force’s Langley Air Force Base and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (greater than 1,000 employees), Canon Environmental Technologies Inc. (101-1,000 employees) and Waste Management-Bethel Landfill (fewer than 100 employees). The P2 Award distinguishes organizations for success in multimedia (air, land and water) efforts in reducing waste or its toxicity at the source. Nine organizations earned Diamond Excellence Awards for 11 or more years of perfect compliance: MDM Septic Services Inc., Naval Weapons Station Yorktown-Cheatham Annex, Parsley Septic Tank Service Inc., Newport News Shipbuilding’s North Yard, Stihl Inc., Navy’s Joint Expeditionary Base Fort Story, A Clean Bay Plumbing and Drain Cleaning, J & J Enterprises of Suffolk Corp. and Town of Smithfield’s Reverse Osmosis Plant. Three organizations were acknowledged with Diamond Awards for achieving 10 years of perfect compliance: Brown Plumbing & Septic LLC, Eastern Virginia Medical School
and J.L. Bishop Contractor Inc.

Fundraiser

Phillips Energy kicked off its annual efforts to help the Alzheimer’s Association of the Middle Peninsula with a summer fundraiser that brought in over $6,700 for the cause. Alzheimer’s disease hits close to home for Elizabeth McCormick, vice president for Phillips Energy, and her brother, John Phillips, company president. Their grandfather and company founder, L. Frank Phillips Sr., died from the disease as did their father, L. Frank Phillips Jr., and Crystal Allmond Phillips, their grandmother. On June 20, Phillips Energy donated 10% of all sales at its public gas station to the Alzheimer’s Association. Gloucester Brewing Co. (which donated a portion of the proceeds from the night) hosted a community awareness event. The event brought Phillips Energy’s total dollars raised this year to over $14,000. The company has donated over $150,000 to the cause since it started fundraising.

Openings

Luna Estelle, a body piercing studio at 1246 Merchant Lane, and IvyGlam Spa & Wellness at 3420 Von Schilling Drive are now open in Hampton’s Peninsula Town Center. The Meadows Frozen Custard plans to open soon there at 2902 Kilgore Ave.

Hanger Law, established in 2014 in Virginia Beach by Hunter D. Hanger, expanded with the opening of an executive closing suite at Venture X at Summit Pointe in Chesapeake on July 8. This new office provides closing services for commercial and residential real estate and helps the firm establish a presence in the city. Services include contracts, lease drafting and negotiations and land use/zoning negotiations.

The Mason Jar, selling Southern comfort food and serving breakfast, brunch and dinner, opened at 141 Hillcrest Parkway in Chesapeake in June.

YourSpace held a ground-breaking for its first extended-stay hotel at 2137 Starmount Parkway in Chesapeake.

The Foleck Center at 3824 Kecoughtan Road in Hampton held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 15.

OBX Appliances celebrated the grand opening of its new location in Barco, North Carolina, in August. The new store at 211 Shortcut Road sells a comprehensive range of home appliances, including gently used items, as well as scratch-and-dent products. OBX Appliances also offers expert repair and maintenance services. For more information, call 252-214-6656.

Thirty commissioners of the revenue across Virginia joined forces in a charitable campaign that has already raised over 65,000 meals for those in need. Newport News commissioner Tiffany Boyle, center left, started the initiative. The campaign continues to raise meals in an unprecedented statewide campaign. (Courtesy photo)
Thirty commissioners of the revenue across Virginia joined forces in a charitable campaign that has already raised over 65,000 meals for those in need. Newport News commissioner Tiffany Boyle, center left, started the initiative. The campaign continues to raise meals in an unprecedented statewide campaign. (Courtesy photo)

Startups

Piclist founder Eli James, a senior in computer science from Virginia Beach, completed the startup accelerator program hosted by the Kansas State University College of Business Administration’s Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship. The program offered faculty-led courses, hands-on student research teams and access to an extensive alumni mentor network. Each of the 11 companies was awarded a grant for $4,500 in equity-free funding.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced fulfilling his administration’s goal of creating 10,000 new high-growth and high-wage startup companies in Virginia. “Through our Compete to Win strategy, we’ve reached this incredible milestone by driving innovation, fostering entrepreneurship, bolstering our talent pipeline, providing needed tax relief, and truly creating an environment where startups and businesses can thrive,” Youngkin said. In Virginia, 10,337 high-growth and high-wage startups were created during 2022-23, according to Richmond-based Chmura Economics & Analytics. Chmura’s consulting team and the National Venture Capital Association also reported that Virginia was ranked No. 8 in the country for highest venture capital investment dollar activity during 2023. This is Virginia’s highest national ranking, and the first time it has reached the top 10 during at least the past 10 years since 2014.

]]> 7339476 2024-09-05T08:50:48+00:00 2024-09-05T08:52:21+00:00 People changes for the week of Sept. 2 https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/05/people-changes-for-the-week-of-sept-2/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:50:24 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7338470 BANKING/FINANCE
Whitney Huston (Courtesy photo)
Whitney Huston (Courtesy photo)

WHITNEY HUSTON

New job: Vice president of marketing, Chartway Credit Union

Specialties: Brand strengthening and refresh initiatives

Previously: Director of marketing, director of member experience, Chartway

Education: Bachelor’s, Old Dominion University

 

Henry Thompson (Courtesy photo)
Henry Thompson (Courtesy photo)

HENRY THOMPSON

New job: Senior vice president of technology, Chartway Credit Union

Specialties: Implementing strategic technological solutions in software development, information security, IT operations and service management; modernizing IT infrastructure and application

Previously: Vice president of information technology, director of IT, Chartway

Education: Bachelor’s, Longwood University; executive development certificate, Old Dominion University

 

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE

Sabrina Hammell (Courtesy photo)
Sabrina Hammell (Courtesy photo)

SABRINA HAMMELL

New job: Program manager, 757 Collab

Specialties: Providing technical assistance advisory services to entrepreneurs, mechanical engineering background

Previously: Research and development engineer, worked with academic and business partners to create new opportunities for Canon Virginia Inc.

Education: Bachelor’s, James Madison University

 

EDUCATION

Kuntal Bhattacharyya (Courtesy photo)
Kuntal Bhattacharyya (Courtesy photo)

KUNTAL BHATTACHARYYA

New job: Inaugural director, School of Supply Chain, Logistics and Maritime Operations at Old Dominion University

Specialties: Strategic sourcing, supply chain management, financial economics, humanitarian logistics, Industry 4.0 applications in manufacturing, graduate program management and implementation, published research

Previously: Project director, Logistics 4.0 Innovation Hub@Plainfield, Indiana State University

Education: Doctorate in operations management, Kent State University; master’s in management, University of Akron; certified risk manager

 

Courtney Gardner (Courtesy photo)
Courtney Gardner (Courtesy photo)

COURTNEY GARDNER

New job: Director of advancement, Hampton Roads Academy

Specialties: Fundraising campaigns and strategies, donor relationships, community partnerships, alumni relations, nonprofit management, 20-plus years of experience in advancement and development

Previously: Director, Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas; executive director, Peninsula Fine Arts Center in Newport News

 

ENVIRONMENT

Rodger Jackson (Courtesy photo)
Rodger Jackson (Courtesy photo)

RODGER JACKSON
New job: Environmental Division Director, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Atlantic
Specialties: Expert manager of multidiscipline teams focused on environmental compliance, planning, restoration
Previously: Environmental resources and assessment division manager, NAVFAC Atlantic
Education: Master’s in engineering management, Old Dominion University; bachelor’s in civil engineering, Virginia Tech

 

GOVERNMENT

Maj. Jesse Epperson (Courtesy photo)
Maj. Jesse Epperson (Courtesy photo)

MAJ. JESSE EPPERSON

New job: Deputy chief, Suffolk Police Department

Specialties: Commander of the Underwater Search and Recovery Team and Honor Guard

Previously: Suffolk Police Department since 2006: uniform patrol, investigator and sergeant with the Neighborhood Enforcement Team, Internal Affairs sergeant, Special Investigations Section lieutenant, captain of operations for Precinct 1, captain of administration

Education: Master’s in public administration, Troy University; bachelor’s in criminal justice, Old Dominion University; Institute for Leadership in Changing Times, Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police; certified law enforcement executive

 

HEALTH CARE

Michelle Burtchin (Courtesy photo)
Michelle Burtchin (Courtesy photo)

MICHELLE BURTCHIN

New job: Chief nursing officer, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth

Kristen L. McSorley (Courtesy photo)
Kristen L. McSorley (Courtesy photo)

KRISTEN L. MCSORLEY

New job: Vice president of nursing, Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Suffolk (currently expanding and slated to open in 2025)

Angela Marko (Courtesy photo)
Angela Marko (Courtesy photo)

ANGELA MARKO
New job: Pediatric Pulmonologist, Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters
Specialties: Pediatric pulmonology
Previously: Pediatric pulmonologist at UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio
Education: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; residency and fellowship, UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio

 

REAL ESTATE

Erin Call (Courtesy photo)
Erin Call (Courtesy photo)

ERIN CALL
New job: Assistant property manager, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Specialties: Commercial property management
Previously: Property management assistant, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

Juliana Corbett (Courtesy photo)
Juliana Corbett (Courtesy photo)

JULIANA CORBETT
New job: Associate director, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Specialties: Commercial property management
Previously: Senior portfolio manager, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Education: Accredited commercial manager designation

Gladys Fain (Courtesy photo)
Gladys Fain (Courtesy photo)

GLADYS FAIN

New job: Vice president and supervising broker, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Property Management

Specialties: Shaping the industry through active involvement with Virginia Realtors, serving on the Risk Management Committee and Property Management Council; Hampton Roads Realtors Association, serving on the board and as a member of the Property Management and Leasing Council; and Real Estate Information Network Property Management Advisory Council

Previously: Director of property management, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices RW Towne Property Management; helped the company grow through mergers

 

Cliff Hamner (Courtesy photo)
Cliff Hamner (Courtesy photo)

CLIFF HAMNER
New job: Vice president, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Specialties: Commercial property management
Previously: Associate director, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Education: Bachelor’s, Wake Forest University

 

Stanton McDuffie (Courtesy photo)
Stanton McDuffie (Courtesy photo)

STANTON MCDUFFIE
New job: Associate, Commonwealth Commercial Partners
Specialties: Leasing and sales
Previously: Associate, Colliers International
Education: College of Charleston

Christina Montgomery (Courtesy photo)
Christina Montgomery (Courtesy photo)

CHRISTINA MONTGOMERY
New job: Associate director, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Specialties: Commercial property management
Previously: Senior portfolio manager, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Education: Associate in business administration, Tidewater Community College

TITLE

Christie Worrell (Courtesy photo)
Christie Worrell (Courtesy photo)

CHRISTIE WORRELL

New job: Title support manager,  NexGen Title Agency in downtown Norfolk
Specialties: Commercial title examiner, commercial real estate title insurance, expertise with land records and complex transactions
Previously: Title support manager, BridgeTrust Title Group

]]> 7338470 2024-09-05T08:50:24+00:00 2024-09-05T08:50:24+00:00 Public records for the week of Sept. 2 https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/05/public-records-for-the-week-of-sept-2/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:49:58 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7338854 SALES

Divaris Real Estate

Jak Investments LLC sold a 11,350-square-foot medical office condominium at 684 N. Battlefield Blvd. to Taylor Road Associates I LC in Chesapeake. Michael Divaris and Jason Oliver represented the seller.

JLL

Triangle Partners Group LLC bought 5105 George Washington Highway in Portsmouth from CD George Washington 5101 LLC for $325,000. Chanda Chann represented the buyer.

Mid-Atlantic Commercial

Mid-Atlantic Commercial helped to broker the sale of 10753 Jefferson Ave., the former Sam & Steve‘s House of Beef. Robert Duckett represented the seller.

610 Armistead LLC purchased the 3,075-square-foot industrial/warehouse building at 610 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton from Mox Properties LLC for $402,500 as an investment, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. Clay Culbreth represented the seller. Ellis Colthorpe represented the buyer. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)
610 Armistead LLC purchased the 3,075-square-foot industrial/warehouse building at 610 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton from Mox Properties LLC for $402,500 as an investment, Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer announced. Clay Culbreth represented the seller. Ellis Colthorpe represented the buyer. (Courtesy of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer)

LEASES

Divaris Real Estate

315 Logistics leased 2,811 square feet of retail space at 1248 Perimeter Parkway in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the landlord.

Victor Cantrell LLC leased 1,000 square feet of retail space in Birdneck Community Shoppes at 1091 Birdneck Road in Virginia Beach. Elizabeth Napolitano represented the landlord.

PawSpa Pet Spa leased 750 square feet of retail space in West Little Creek Shoppes at 143 W. Little Creek Road in Norfolk. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

JLL

Civitas Health Services leased 4,414 square feet at 814 Greenbrier Circle in Chesapeake. Chanda Chann represented the tenant.

Laurita Inc. leased 1 acre at 1201 E. Olney Road in Norfolk. Joe Kennedy represented the tenant.

PBMares, LLP leased 10,253 square feet at 440 Monticello Ave. in Norfolk. Deborah Stearns represented the tenant.

Stantec Consulting Services Inc. leased 2,320 square feet at 277 Bendix Road in Virginia Beach. Chanda Chann represented the tenant.

Coastal Alliance LLC leased 7,840 square feet at 900 Broad St. in Portsmouth. Todd Scholsohn and Gregg Christoffersen represented the building owner.

Korslund and Korslund, PC extended their lease of 3,595 square feet at 555 E. Main St. in Norfolk. Wesley Edwards and Justin Gruendling represented the building owner.

Ahmed Asumairi, New York Deli leased 850 square feet free standing with drive-thru at 5105 George Washington Highway in Portsmouth. Chanda Chann represented the building owner.

LEASE RENEWALS

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

Dal-Tile Distribution Inc renewed its lease of 26,400 square feet of industrial space at 5770 Thurston Ave. in Virginia Beach. Geoff Poston represented the landlord.

Worldpac Inc. renewed its lease of 20,020 square feet of office/warehouse space in Oyster Point Business Park at Peninsula Business Center II, 11761 Rock Landing Drive, in Newport News. Bobby Phillips represented the tenant.

King Crab Juicy Seafood renewed its lease of 4,830 square feet of restaurant space at 1640 Richmond Road in Williamsburg. Tom Dana represented the landlord.

Mix & Shine Marketing LLC renewed its lease of 3,991 square feet of office space at Pavilion Center, 2101 Parks Ave., in Virginia Beach. John P. Duffy represented the tenant.

Aerotek Inc. renewed its lease of 3,701 square feet of office space at One BayPort Way in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Kao Thai renewed its lease of 3,000 square feet of retail space at Hilltop Square Shopping Center, 528-550 First Colonial Road, in Virginia Beach. Connie Jordan Nielsen and Dean Martin represented the landlord.

Philip D Studio renewed its lease of 3,000 square feet of office space at 144 Tewning Road in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas represented the tenant.

Kumon renewed its lease of 2,400 square feet of retail space at Brenneman Farm, 4540 Princess Anne Road, in Virginia Beach. Dean Martin represented the landlord.

Virginia Creative Group LLC renewed its lease of 2,071 square feet of office space at International Distribution Center, 11861 Canon Blvd., in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Mango Mango renewed its lease of 1,200 square feet of retail space at Brenneman Farm, 4540 Princess Anne Road, in Virginia Beach. Dean Martin represented the landlord. Eric Stanley represented the tenant.

Divaris Real Estate

The Cheesecake Factory renewed its lease for 11,507 square feet of retail space in Virginia Beach Town Center at 265 Central Park Ave. in Virginia Beach. Sezin Cortinas and Gerald Divaris represented the landlord.

INTER-OP NET renewed its lease for 2,500 square feet of office space in Virginia Beach Town Center at 283 Constitution Drive in Virginia Beach. Michael Divaris, Krista Costa and Ashley Beck represented the landlord.

Subway renewed its lease for 1,300 square feet of retail space in Glenwood Shoppes at 8401 Hampton Blvd. in Norfolk. David Bickford represented the landlord.

No. 1 Chinese renewed its lease for 1,200 square feet of retail space in Broad Creek Shopping Center at 1261 N. Military Highway in Norfolk. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

AMP Global Logistics Inc. extended its lease of 40,000 square feet of industrial space at 115 Dill Road in Suffolk. Bobby Beasley III represented the tenant.

CoCo Beauty Supply renewed its lease of 11,318 square feet of retail space at 1733 Parkview Drive in Chesapeake. Susan Pender handled this transaction.

Ohio Valley Acquisition LLC renewed its lease of 2,500 square feet of office space at 1040 University Blvd. in Portsmouth. Kimberly Worley handled this transaction.

PPG Architectural Finishes Inc. renewed its lease of 6,700 square feet of industrial space at 1303 Ingleside Road in Norfolk. Chip Worley handled this transaction.

Kiln Creek Tailor renewed its lease of 1,000 square feet of retail space at 1213 A George Washington Memorial Highway in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

LifeStance Health renewed its lease of 3,917 square feet of office space at 580 City Center Blvd. in Newport News. Clark Baldwin and Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Riddle Associates Inc.

E-Merge Systems LLC renewed its lease at 341 Cleveland Place in Virginia Beach. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

CACI Inc. renewed its lease at 124 Robert Hall Court in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott and Robb Riddle handled the negotiations.

TCI Mechanical Inc. renewed its lease at 620 Innovation Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Leather Luster renewed its lease at 908 Executive Court in Chesapeake. Robb Riddle handled the negotiations.

Danella Construction Inc. renewed its lease at 1508 Technology Drive in Chesapeake. Larry Rumsey handled the negotiations.

Omni Psychotherapy LLC renewed its lease at 920 Ventures Way in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

AFMCVA Inc. renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Glasser Customs US Inc. renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Do It Wright LLC renewed its lease at 3901 Garwood Ave. in Portsmouth. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Quantra Environmental renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Allied Research Technology Inc. renewed its lease at 500 Freeman Ave. in Chesapeake. Larry Rumsey handled the negotiations.

The Wood Group renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

RAZ Inc. doing business as Razorback Grill renewed its lease at 3737 Holland Blvd. in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Home Technology by Masters Inc. renewed their lease at 622 Innovation Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.

Your Pie exercised its option on 2,100 square feet of retail space at K&K Square Shopping Center in Norfolk. Maggie Spillane represented the landlord.

Dragon Restaurant extended its lease on 1,640 square feet of retail space at Colley Village Shopping Center in Norfolk. Pierce Jacobson represented the landlord.

Muse Hair Salon extended its lease on 1,400 square feet of retail space at Glenwood Square Shopping Center in Chesapeake. Maggie Spillane represented the landlord.

Nation Nails II extended its lease on 1,200 square feet of retail space at Wythe Creek Shoppes Shopping Center in Hampton. Pierce Jacobson represented the landlord.

State Farm Insurance renewed its lease on 1,200 square feet of retail space at Quarterpath Crossing Shopping Center in Williamsburg. Tyler Jacobson represented the landlord.

Scents extended its lease on 630 square feet of retail space at Suffolk Plaza Shopping Center in Suffolk. Chris Hucke represented the landlord.

]]> 7338854 2024-09-05T08:49:58+00:00 2024-09-05T08:49:58+00:00 Some Hampton Roads communities in banking deserts amid changing retail landscape https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/09/03/some-hampton-roads-communities-in-banking-deserts-amid-changing-retail-landscape/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:12:52 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7344899 Changes in the retail banking landscape have resulted in more banking deserts throughout the U.S., including areas in Hampton Roads.

Defined as a census tract without a physical bank branch within a certain geographic radius from the population center, banking deserts exist where banks are more than 2 miles from an urban area, 5 miles for suburban and 10 miles for rural communities.

While the 2008 financial crisis led to bank closures and consolidations, the pace of branch closures accelerated during and since the COVID-19 pandemic. The total number of bank and credit union branches in the U.S. declined by 5.6% and the number of banking deserts increased by 217 between 2019 and 2023, according to a national report published by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. The focus of the report is full-service, brick-and-mortar retail branches, including those of savings and loan associations, commercial banks and credit unions.

Hampton Roads experienced a 38% reduction, or a loss of 143 bank branches from 381 in 2008 to 238 branches in 2023, according to Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. market share reports. The region experienced a 22% reduction by 69 branches from 307 in 2019. These figures don’t include credit unions.

The branch closures coincide with the rise of digital banking, including mobile and online services, and the use of kiosks and ATMs. Long gone are the days when consumers had to walk inside banks for their transactions.

But banking deserts affect people who struggle with transportation, digital services, high-speed internet access and skills to navigate websites and apps, according to the report. It can also greatly impede consumers with lower incomes, disabilities or language barriers — who may still tend to favor in-person banking.

The Fed study shows that 5% of census tracts in Virginia last year were banking deserts and 3% may become a desert if a branch closes. Of those tracts, 80% are suburban and 46% have limited access to broadband.

In Hampton Roads, the Federal Reserve’s interactive dashboard map shows that the southern parts of Virginia Beach (including Blackwater, Sandbridge and part of Pungo), Chesapeake and Suffolk are all banking deserts with the nearest branches from 2 miles to 9 miles away. The region is considered a mix of urban and suburban.

A small urban tract in the Lee Hall section of Newport News, with a population of approximately 3,400, shows its nearest branch is 3 miles away. In Willoughby Spit and West Ocean View on the northern end of Norfolk and in the Lynnwood section of Virginia Beach, consumers have to travel between 2 to 3 miles for their banking needs.

Parts of Isle of Wight and Gloucester counties and the northern Outer Banks area of Corolla also fall within a banking desert. Hampton, Portsmouth, Poquoson, Williamsburg, James City County and York County show no banking deserts although Mathews County is marked as a potential desert, meaning the area is one branch closure away from becoming a desert.

Both larger banks and community-based banks reduced their physical presence in Hampton Roads over the past several years, according to closing notices with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.

The merger of BB&T and SunTrust as Truist in late 2019 led to a major consolidation of branches in the region. Bank of America and Wells Fargo have closed multiple branches across Hampton Roads. Bank of America closed its Fort Eustis and Lynnhaven Square branches this year. Wells Fargo most recently closed its Richmond Road branch in Williamsburg in January and its Wells Fargo Center branch in November in downtown Norfolk, where it maintains an ATM.

Hampton-based Old Point National Bank has also closed multiple branches over the past several years and recently announced it will close its downtown Norfolk branch in September due to cost-cutting efforts.

Suffolk-based TowneBank’s acquisition of Windsor-based Farmers Bank also meant the closure of the Farmers branches in Pungo and Chesapeake last year as TowneBank operated locations nearby. TowneBank also closed its Harbour View branch at 6255 College Drive in Suffolk last year.

PNC Bank plans to close a standalone branch at 3012 Pacific Ave. in Virginia Beach on Oct. 18 in an ongoing effort to optimize its physical bank network, spokesperson Kelby Krauss said. Customers will be directed to the branch at 1324 N. Great Neck Road. PNC Bank has 10 branches, ATMs and video banking machines in Hampton Roads.

“Branch locations remain an essential aspect of how we connect with and support our clients and the local community,” Krauss said.

View the banking deserts dashboard at fedcommunities.org/data/banking-deserts-dashboard/.

Sandra J. Pennecke, 757-652-5836, sandra.pennecke@pilotonline.com

]]> 7344899 2024-09-03T13:12:52+00:00 2024-09-04T15:15:38+00:00 Smithfield Foods splits from European operations as business eyes going public again in US https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/08/28/smithfield-foods-splits-from-european-operations-as-business-eyes-going-public-again-in-u-s/ Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:10:26 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7341029 Smithfield Foods announced Tuesday its European operations would become a separate subsidiary of Hong Kong-based parent company WH Group.

“It’s the right time to establish our North American and European operations as stand-alone businesses empowered to execute distinct strategies addressing different market environments and opportunities,” Smithfield Foods President and CEO Shane Smith said in a release. “In doing so, we provide our respective management teams with increased decision-making agility, optimizing the performance and prospects for each business.”

The European business, formerly known as Smithfield Europe, is now Morliny Foods, which has adopted a region-specific growth strategy to address a more fragmented European market, the company said. The business supplies fresh pork and poultry and packaged meats across the continent from operations in Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Hungary, Spain and the United Kingdom.

Smithfield Foods, based in Smithfield, said it plans to continue driving North American growth through product innovation and investments in its core packaged meats segment. The company also has a majority stake in Altosano, previously known as Granjas Carroll de México, a joint venture in Mexico and one of the nation’s leading suppliers of fresh pork.

In July, WH Group proposed pursuing a separate listing for its Smithfield Foods business in the U.S. and Mexico on either the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq stock market, pending regulatory, board and exchange approvals. The company’s expectation is that Smithfield Foods, the largest U.S. pork producer, would remain a subsidiary.

Smithfield Foods previously traded on the New York Stock Exchange before WH Group acquired the company in a $4.7 billion deal in 2013.

]]> 7341029 2024-08-28T11:10:26+00:00 2024-08-28T17:05:35+00:00 Ferguson parent company officially headquartered in Newport News https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/08/28/ferguson-parent-company-officially-headquartered-in-newport-news/ Wed, 28 Aug 2024 13:01:17 +0000 https://www.pilotonline.com/?p=7340154 Ferguson Enterprises Inc. announced in August the parent company is now headquartered in Newport News after a corporate reorganization.

Ferguson plc, formerly Wolseley plc, was previously the parent company headquartered in the United Kingdom. The restructuring made Newport News-based Ferguson Enterprises the parent company.

Ferguson Enterprises, which began as a Peninsula company in 1953, was acquired by U.K.-based Wolseley in 1982. Company shareholders had agreed to sell to the global distributor of plumbing, heating and building products to fuel Ferguson’s expansion plans through strategic acquisitions.

Since the bulk of the company’s profitability came from Ferguson, Wolseley changed its name to Ferguson plc in 2017 to align with the primary brand. The company announced plans in 2019 to spin off its U.K. business to focus on North America and completed the sale of its last business operating in Europe in 2021.

“We have now completed the final step in our journey to better align our North American operations and leadership with our headquarters and governance,” Ferguson CEO Kevin Murphy said in a news release. “Our associates have helped our customers build this country for more than 70 years, and we’re proud to have Ferguson headquartered in the U.S. and to celebrate the value they bring to the North American construction market each and every day.”

Ferguson, a top plumbing and heating products distributor for commercial and residential construction, is a $29.7 billion company with 35,000 employees across 1,700 locations.

]]> 7340154 2024-08-28T09:01:17+00:00 2024-08-30T15:27:56+00:00