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Virginia's Gateway Region
Virginia's Gateway Region (VGR) is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that markets the cities of Colonial Heights, Emporia, Hopewell and Petersburg and the surrounding counties of Brunswick, Dinwiddie, Greensville, Prince George and Sussex. VGR fosters regional prosperity through business growth, powerful partnerships and delivering innovative resources to its communities, and focuses its efforts on new and existing business investment and job creation.
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Governor Spanberger Announces Jabil to Open New Manufacturing Facility, Creating 350+ Jobs in Prince George County
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Jabil — an engineering-led, supply chain-enabled manufacturing […]
Strengthening the Stories of Virginia’s Gateway Region
At its core, economic development is about more than sites, infrastructure and incentives. It’s about […]
Virginia’s Gateway Region Economic Development Organization Announces Tom Stansbury, MBA as Entrepreneur in Residence
Colonial Heights, Va. (April 17, 2026) – Virginia’s Gateway Region (VGR) Economic Development Organization announced […]
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A perfect tribute to a region where we make things and move things – while showcasing the incredible emerging talent from Rowanty Technical Center.
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Civic and business leaders gathered this month at Virginia State University to share feedback with Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-5th District) on supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses across our region. VGR Entrepreneur in Residence Tom Stanbury joined the discussion.
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