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An Investment in Workforce Development
Roanoke-based steel producer and recycler, Steel Dynamics, Inc. (SDI) has formed an "immersive partnership" with Virginia Western Community College to strengthen its employee pipeline. Like much of the world, SDI is worried about pending retirements and a lack of qualified workers. This program will function to develop their existing employees and will quickly upskill new hires.
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Approval of $16M in State Funding for Jefferson Street Corridor
Flexible lab space for researchers and entrepreneurs in the life sciences industry has been a critical need for years. Thanks to the lobbying efforts of the City's Department of Economic Development and regional technology leaders, the General Assembly approved a budget of nearly $16 million in state funding for lab space along the Jefferson Street corridor.
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Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24
Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY24 is America’s premier women’s cycling team empowering women and young girls to develop and thrive as world leaders. Championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging not only in the sport of cycling, but in occupations, cultures, and all aspects of their lives.
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Bank On Wellness
Roanoke City's Financial Stability Specialist, Brandon Meginley, was featured on WDBJ7’s Here @ Home to talk about the “Bank On Wellness” financial education series. Bank On Wellness is a financial education class offered through Bank On Roanoke Valley, a partnership of local banks, credit unions, government and nonprofits. The Fall 2022 Series kicked off in October with a workshop focused on setting S.M.A.R.T goals, the basics banking and credit. While registration for the current class is closed, the next series will begin in the Spring of 2023.
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Downtown Roanoke Ambassador Program
Having a clean, safe, and welcoming downtown is the foundation of a great city, and folks like Redd (pictured on left) make it happen. The Block By Block Ambassador program officially launched in Downtown Roanoke on September 15, 2022. The 8-person team provides nearly 300 hours of services each week, including cleaning, landscaping, graffiti removal, outreach and hospitality.
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Chris's Coffee & Custard: 2022 Inspiration Award Winner | |
The French Farmhouse 2022 Best New Small Business Finalist | |
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Brady's Distillery
2022 Best New
Small Business Finalist
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Atlantic Constructors Inc., Commercial & Industrial Contractor, Expands Footprint in NW Roanoke | |
The City's Department of Economic Development Completes Draft of Strategic Plan | |
Newly Renovated Virginia Western Roanoke Envision Center Opens in NW Community | |
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Former Destination Development Specialist at Virginia Tourism Corporation Joins RBTC
Katie Conner, Technology Talent Strategist, is the newest member of the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council team. She will work to support member companies in attracting and retaining talent to fuel the innovation ecosystem in the region. We're thrilled to welcome Katie to the RBTC team!
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Mandy Folman Joins the Department of Economic Development in Community Development Role
Mandy Folman is the newest Economic Development Specialist with the City of Roanoke. She will manage departmental grants and act as a liaison to various organizations as it pertains to community and workforce development and equity inclusion.
Welcome, Mandy!
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The Role of Translational Science in Addressing the Decline in Health Status in the U.S: A Perspective from the FDA
Nov 3, 2022
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Becoming a Super-Diagnostician: Optimizing Reasoning, Judgment, and Decision-Making
Nov 17, 2022
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QuickBooks 101
Nov 7, 2022
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All You Need to Know About the SBDC to Grow, Build or Expand Your Business
Nov 10, 2022
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Business Smart Start
Nov 10, 2022
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1015 Jamison Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24016 | |
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The former firehouse is available for lease or purchase with a maximum lease term of 5 years. Tax Map Number 4120808. Approximately 0.24 acres.
Please submit your written proposal to:
Marc Nelson, Director, Department of Economic Development
117 Church Avenue, SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
Or by email to econdevl@roanokeva.gov
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