Weekly Newsletter
September 21, 2017
In the News  
The 69th Virginia Conference on World Trade is right around the corner! Register now as space is limited. Contact us for more information on registration grants provided by the Metro Richmond Exports Initiative.  
 
Virginia's Gateway Region is pleased to announce that Vandy Jones has been named the county administrator of Sussex County. Vandy brings many years of economic development experience in the Gateway Region to Sussex. Congratulations Vandy, we look forward to continuing to work together!  
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Metro Richmond Exports Initiative Announces the Launch of New Website

By Virginia's Gateway Region | Full Article     

The Metro Richmond Exports Initiative (MREI) launched its new website, MetroRichmondExports.com  , to provide small- and medium-sized business owners and managers in the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area with easy-to-find information on export-related topics.

"Our goal is that prospective exporters will find the new website to be an important and useful tool for uncovering information, finding grants, and connecting with local exporting experts. This website also provides a platform for us to share lessons learned through success stories from regional business leaders," said Emily Salmon, MREI's program coordinator at Virginia's Gateway Region Economic Development Organization. 
 
Virginia's Gateway Region Receives SEDC's Award of Merit
 
In August at their Annual Conference, the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) recognized Virginia's Gateway Region with the Award of Merit for their new branding package. SEDC's awards are given based on creativity, quality of messaging and effectiveness at reaching the targeted audience. 
 
Virginia's Gateway Region's branding package features its new logo, which was designed entirely in-house. Centered around an image of Virginia within a compass, VGR's rebranding serves to illustrate the region's determination to chart the course to intentionally create new opportunities.