The Commonwealth of Virginia – An Economic Engine Since 1607
September 30, 2019
Founded as a business venture in 1607, Virginia represented the first English settlement in North America and a gateway for enterprise. More than 400 years later, the Commonwealth has upheld its global reputation and emerged as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. Today, Virginia is CNBC’s Top State for Business, thanks to its pro-business environment, top-tier education system, and strategic investments in 21st century workforce solutions.
The Commonwealth is home to the corporate headquarters of 34 Fortune 1000 firms, and continued in...
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