Anniversary

M.D. Express Urgent Care, the Peninsula’s largest urgent care provider with five locations in Gloucester, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg and York County, celebrates 20 years this year. The health care provider is accredited as a National Urgent Care Center. Over the years, services expanded to include illnesses such as the common cold, flu and COVID-19; injuries from fractures to sprains and burns; vaccines; physicals; on-site digital X-ray; and pediatric treatment.

Appointed/elected

Hampton Roads Sanitation District commissioner Stephen C. Rodriguez was reelected to serve a third term as chair of the eight-member, governor-appointed commission. Commissioner Willie Levenston Jr. was elected as vice chair. Rodriguez of Chesapeake is the retired owner and president of Cruco Inc., which provided construction services in Hampton Roads. He works in the construction division for the Virginia Department of Transportation. Levenston of Portsmouth retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard there in 2008 after more than 40 years.

Awards and honors

Virginia Beach-based Chartway Credit Union was recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions by Forbes and Statista for the third year in a row. The list is based on independent surveys of current or past credit union users and publicly available member reviews. This year, 207 credit unions were recognized by Forbes. Chartway was one of three credit unions recognized from Virginia.

Hampton Roads Transit was recognized for excellence in community engagement and outreach, including a unique partnership with the Norfolk Tides baseball team and the city of Norfolk that provides fans with free rides on light rail on game days. The Virginia Transit Association presented HRT with the Outstanding Community Program Award for Multifaceted Community Engagement and Outreach. The association also recognized HRT’s Transit Equity Day and Student Freedom Pass for making riding transit easier. In honor of civil rights icon Rosa Parks, Hampton Roads Transit provided free rides on all bus, light rail, ferry and paratransit services on Transit Equity Day on Feb. 5. The Student Freedom Pass provides teens 13-17 years old with unlimited free rides on bus, light rail and ferry in HRT’s six service cities.

Virginia Beach-based Pender & Coward announced that attorney Diamond Royster has received the Honorable R. Edwin Burnette, Jr. Young Lawyer of the Year Award. The Virginia State Bar Young Lawyers Conference board of governors selected Diamond for this award for her dedication to the YLC and commitment to the community, including her coordination of the Bench Bar Relations Program and her volunteerism with the Urban Renewal Center Project in Hampton Roads. At Pender & Coward, Diamond focuses her practice on civil litigation, local government, eminent domain/right of way and waterfront law matters.

Victoria Bartelme, a fraud analyst in the risk management department at Chesapeake-based ABNB credit union, recently received her certified fraud examiner credential. She has passed the rigorous requirements and tests related to financial transactions, fraud schemes, investigations, fraud prevention and deterrence. Bartelme has been an employee at ABNB for three years and previously worked as a member service representative at its York County location.

Four local high school students were awarded a total of $40,000 from the Coastal Virginia Building Industry Association Scholarship Foundation. Each received a $10,000 four-year scholarship: Alquinton Beamon Jr. of Lakeland High School in Suffolk plans to major in aeronautical science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Jada Brittle of Windsor High School in Isle of Wight will pursue an associate degree in engineering before transferring into construction engineering at Virginia Tech. Jasmine Bruce of Maury High School in Norfolk intends to major in environmental engineering at the University of Vermont. Lauryn Kenney of Hickory High School in Chesapeake plans to major in environmental engineering at the University of Virginia. The 2024 Young Designers’ Scholarship Competition, a program for high school students interested in drafting, architecture or homebuilding, awarded four scholarships this year: Brendan Power of Ocean Lakes High School/Advanced Technology Center in Virginia Beach received the first-place $1,500 award for his home design. Jocelyn Ricker of Kempsville High School/Advanced Technology Center received the second-place, $1,200 award. Bria Beamon of the Advanced Technology Center received the third-place, $800 award and Alannah Helm of Kempsville High School/Advanced Technology Center received the Honorable Mention, $500 award.

Grants and donations

The Peninsula SPCA received a $3,500 donation from the Enterprise Mobility Foundation to support their ongoing efforts helping animals in need in the community through adoption services, preventative veterinary care and humane education programs.

The BayPort Foundation today awarded $100,000 in 11 different scholarship types to a total of 38 member students in the surrounding local communities attending a college, university, trade or vocational school.

The Hampton Roads Community Foundation awarded $638,968 in grants at its June board of directors meeting. For cultural vitality, the grants awarded were: $45,000 over three years to KD Entertainment to expand its drum classes; $50,000 over three years to the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Foundation for its Leveling the Performing Field ballet program; $32,000 over two years to the Hurrah Players to support its new television and film academy; $31,275 over three years to the Tidewater African Cultural Alliance to bring the Youth African Dance program to two Virginia Beach schools; $1,000 to studio 360 Performing Arts Inc. to support a new dance program at a Norfolk elementary school; and $21,000 over three years to Tidewater Winds to help children with reading comprehension through the arts. For educational success, the grants awarded were: $50,000 over two years to the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads to expand the Operation Little Learner school readiness program for military children; $96,000 over three years to Community Outreach Coalition to expand the Remediation Effectively Supporting Educational Teachings program; $30,000 over two years to Joy Ministries to grow its summer reading camps; and $108,198 over three years to Life Enrichment Center of Norfolk to support its literacy program at four new elementary schools. The foundation awarded $174,495 to Tidewater Community College Educational Foundation to support the Academy for Nonprofit Excellence, which provides professional development programs focused on the latest trends and best practices for nonprofits.

Historic district

Two more Virginia Beach sites were added to the Virginia Landmarks Register. Chesapeake Beach Historic District is associated with the growth and suburbanization of the city formerly known as Princess Anne County during the early 20th century. One of the area’s earliest bayside beachfront neighborhoods, the historic district’s development pattern was influenced by its surrounding natural environment including the Chesapeake Bay and Pleasure House Lake. Pleasant Ridge School Historic District consists of a one-room schoolhouse, a church built around 1949 and a cemetery with burials dating to approximately 1904. Pleasant Ridge School, constructed around 1886 as part of a larger school for white students, was moved to its current location around 1918 to serve Black children in first through seventh grades during the Jim Crow era in Virginia’s public education system. The school closed in 1956 as the result of the city’s efforts to consolidate and desegregate public schools.

In June, Segment 3C of the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail was awarded $5.3 million from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity discretionary grant program. It will fund the engineering design, right-of-way and construction for the 2.2-mile piece of trail from the northern terminus of Segment 3B to Nansemond River High School, completing the gap between Segments 3A and 3B of the trail. The project will protect non-motorized travelers from safety risks by providing a multi-use path that is separated from vehicular traffic.

Market

The Hampton Flea Market debuted July 27 at the Power Plant of Hampton Roads shopping area in Hampton with more than 80 vendors. This market will be held every last Saturday of the month and promises to establish itself as a hub for vintage enthusiasts, crafters, artists and families. Interested in being a vendor? Apply at hamptonfleamarket.com.

Opening

Hampton-based VersAbility Resources celebrated the opening of its new Lewis B. Puller Center at 6750 Main St. in Gloucester in June. To better serve the communities of the Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck, the nonprofit organization relocated its day support services to the new location. The site is only minutes away from the former Puller Center location and will provide a more welcoming atmosphere for program participants. VersAbility began operating the Puller Center in 2001 to provide long-term employment, training and day support services for adults with disabilities.

Avenues Recovery opened an addiction treatment center at 1516 Harmon St. in Norfolk and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in June. The national drug and alcohol addiction treatment program has 14 inpatient facilities across the country.

The Picklr, a fast-growing indoor pickleball franchise headquartered in Utah, announced its Williamsburg club is scheduled to open later this summer in the former Dick’s Sporting Goods building in The Marquis at 120 Gristmill Plaza in upper York County. The 45,000-square-foot facility will offer unlimited open play, leagues and tournaments across 14 fully fenced indoor courts with outdoor-style surfacing and a fully stocked pro shop. It also has space for corporate events and parties. For more info, visit thepicklr.com/location/williamsburg/.

757 Colonics, a spa offering colon cleansing, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 500 S. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake.

A Better Way Realty held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its first Chesapeake office at 701 Greenbrier Parkway.

Mathnasium opened its first franchise location in Suffolk at 5849 Harbour View Blvd., Suite 420, on July 1. The learning center provides children with a customized learning plan and personalized instruction. “Our goal is simple: to teach math in a way that makes sense to kids, accommodating different learning styles with a variety of teaching techniques, ” said Tom Seymour, owner and center director of Mathnasium of Suffolk. Learn more at mathnasium.com/suffolk or contact Seymour at 757-337-1885.

TUESDAY

Business BBQ Forum, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Chesapeake. The Van Syckle Group is hosting an outdoor forum. Limited space. Vansycklegroup.com/business-bbq-forum-7/30/2024.

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7 p.m., Rivers Casino Portsmouth, 3630 Victory Blvd., Portsmouth. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Free. Register at hrchamber.com.

JULY 31

WEDNESDAY

2024 Military Recognition Reception, 3-5 p.m., Zeiders American Dream Theater, 4509 Commerce St., Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is celebrating the men and women of the military who have excelled in their duties and support a key aspect of our region. This reception recognizes all commands in Hampton Roads. $25-$50. Register at hrchamber.com.

Hard Hat Tour: New Research Facility at VIMS, 4-5 p.m., 1370 Greate Road, Gloucester Point. American Institute of Architects Coastal Virginia is hosting tour of the nearly complete construction of a research facility for the Virginia Institute of Marine Science expansion. $0-$10. Register at aiahr.org.

Deadline for nonprofits to apply for $500,000 Accelerating Change Together grant. Nonprofit organizations focused on education and workforce development in the region are invited to apply at actgrant.org.

AUG. 1

THURSDAY

Moving Forward with DEI: Continuing the Journey of Progress, 9-11 a.m., Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Joan Brock Room, Brock Commons, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Dr. ClauDean Kizart, director of diversity, equity and inclusion at Tidewater Community College, and Dr. Ron Carlee, clinical assistant professor at Old Dominion University. The workshop is designed for professionals who work in DEI to come together to share ideas on how to achieve success in the current environment where there is often resistance to our work. $40-$80. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 7

WEDNESDAY

Rising Tide, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Warwick Yacht Club, 400 Maxwell Lane, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a conversation on a collaborative approach to meeting our future energy needs. Speakers include Doug Smith, Hampton Roads Alliance; Brett Malone, Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center; Jason Ericson and Todd Flowers, Dominion Energy; and Brad Gilliatt, Dominion Terminal Associates. $45. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Employment Law Basics Bootcamp: Wage & Hour, noon to 1:30 p.m., Union Mission Ministries, 5100 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber and Hampton Roads Society for Human Resource Management is hosting the third session of a four-part series. This session discusses challenges employers face while complying with wage and hour laws at the federal and state levels. They will discuss the latest requirements as well as best practices for classification of employees, changes in salary thresholds and common overtime and failure to pay mistakes. Lunch provided. $25. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 8

THURSDAY

Thriving as a Female Leader in a Male-dominated Industry & How to Carry the Torch for Future Female Leaders, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting Vicki Wishon of Liebherr. $10-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

AUG. 12

MONDAY

Business After Hours, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Yorktown Freight Shed, 331 Water St., Yorktown. York County Economic Development Authority and the York County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a networking event. $0-$10. Register at yorkcountychamberva.org.

AUG. 13

TUESDAY

Coffee Connection, 8-9 a.m., 2170 William Styron Square South, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event at Busy Nothings Coffee Co. $0-$10. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

AUG. 14

WEDNESDAY

How to Fund Your Business: Entrepreneurial and Growth Finance, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University as part of a business series. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

AUG. 15

THURSDAY

Morning Member Meetup, 8-9:30 a.m., Broad Bay Country Club, 2120 Lords Landing, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Coffee and continental breakfast provided. Free. Register at hrchamber.com.

Secure 2.0 Act: Summary of Key Changes Impacting Employer Provided Retirement Plans, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Hampton Roads Society for Human Resource Management is hosting Justin Steil of UBS Financial Services on the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, which included a sweeping retirement reform package, Secure 2.0. The law includes over 90 provisions affecting workplace benefit plans to address the U.S. retirement savings crisis. These provisions focus on getting more participants into the retirement system, finding ways for them to accumulate more assets and helping them achieve retirement readiness. Join for a summary of key provisions including which changes are required and which are optional for companies to adopt. Several of the optional provisions have potential to strengthen a company’s retirement benefits package and become more competitive in attracting and retaining top talent. $35-$45. Register at hrshrm.org.

AUG. 16

FRIDAY

Board Leadership Academy: Deep Dive: Board Finances, 9:30-11 a.m., virtual. Volunteer Hampton Roads is hosting a webinar on understanding your nonprofit’s financial reports. We’ll cover everything from the financial statements in your board packet, to grant reports, to your 990 and annual tax documents. $60-$65. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 17

SATURDAY

17th Annual Smart Smiles 5K, 7 a.m., Mariners’ Museum and Park, 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula is hosting a fundraiser for health and wellness initiatives, including Smart Smiles Dental Care and fitness programming, which benefits thousands of local youth and families each year. $30. Register at bagclub.com/events/healthy-lifestyles-5k/.

Williamsburg Realtors Raising The Roof 5K Run/Walk and 1-mile Fun Run, 8 a.m., JCC Marina Meadow, 2054 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg. Williamsburg Realtors is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg’s construction of safe and affordable houses in James City County. $25-$35. Register at runsignup.com/Race/VA/Williamsburg/WilliamsburgREALTORSRaisingTheRoof.

AUG. 21

WEDNESDAY

Power of Women: Women at the Helm, 9-11 a.m., Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center, 440 Bank St., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Capt. Janet Days, commanding officer of Naval Station Norfolk, and panelists Tonya Byrd of Dominion Energy; Amanda Jarratt, Virginia Beach deputy city manager; Cheryl Spraberry of Advanced Integrated Technologies; and Delceno Miles of The Miles Agency. $45-$90. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 22

THURSDAY

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7 p.m., Bryant & Stratton College, 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 23

FRIDAY

Spotlight on the Peninsula: HRSD SWIFT, 1-3 p.m. 6909 Armstead Road, Suffolk. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting an information session and networking event at Hampton Roads Sanitation District’s SWIFT (Sustainable Water Initiative for Tomorrow) research center. Free. Register at bit.ly/2024-Spotlight-HRSD.

AUG. 27

TUESDAY

Around the World in 18 Holes Golf Outing, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bide-A-Wee Golf Course, 1 Bide-A-Wee Lane, Portsmouth. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a golf outing with all levels of play invited. Food, drinks, music, games, freebies and more. Proceeds benefit Navy Safe Harbor Foundation, benefitting wounded veterans. $250-$500. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 28

WEDNESDAY

Photography and Videography on a Budget, 8-9:30 a.m., Veterans Conference Room, 1 Franklin St., Hampton. The Retail Alliance is hosting expert photographer Sara Harris for a workshop on photography and videography for small business owners. Free. Register at retailalliance.com.

AUG. 29

THURSDAY

North Carolina Business Update Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 5353 N. Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce is hosting a business update event with a special presentation by Gary Salimido, president and CEO of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce. The Outer Banks chamber will also present its 2024 Small Business of the Year awards. $35-$45. Register at outerbankschamber.com/ncupdate2024.

Business Connection After Hours, 5:30-7 p.m., 2300 Cunningham Drive, Hampton. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event at BayPort Credit Union. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

SEPT. 7

SATURDAY

History Makers Dinner: A Tribute to Nick’s Seafood Pavilion, 6-9 p.m., American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, 200 Water St. The museum is hosting a themed fundraiser dinner featuring a one-night special exhibition preview of artifacts celebrating the lives and philanthropy of the late Nick and Mary Mathews, beloved Yorktown restauranteurs and donors of the land where the American Revolution Museum now sits. Opening in 1944, Nick’s Seafood Pavilion became a Virginia hotspot. Cocktail hour and three-course seafood dinner based on Nick’s original menus. $200. Register at jyfmuseums.org/nicks-seafood.

SEPT. 10

TUESDAY

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.

SEPT. 19

THURSDAY

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.

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Old Point National Bank Chairman, President and CEO Robert Shuford Jr. said in a second-quarter report the bank would close its Crown Center branch at 580 E. Main St. on Sept. 27. The bank has a branch on Granby Street in Ghent.

“This is not a decision we made lightly and we remain dedicated to serving customers in the community by providing banking services through our other nearby branches, online and mobile banking, and customer support center,” Shuford said.

Old Point started efforts to reduce expenses in late 2023 amid inflationary pressures and economic conditions increasing the cost of doing business, Shuford previously reported. The bank had reported the decision to reduce its employee headcount by about 12% in the first half of the year.

Last year, Old Point’s net income was $7.7 million, down from $9.1 million in 2022, according to its annual report.

In January, the company announced the transition of mortgage loan processing to Chesapeake-based Tidewater Home Funding as part of a strategic alliance that would continue Old Point Mortgage branding. That decision was related to both rising interest rates and expense control.

Still, Shuford reported Thursday the company’s net income was the highest it has been in five quarters at $2.5 million. While loan growth slowed as expected, he said core deposit growth was stronger than anticipated. As of June 30, Old Point reported total assets of $1.4 billion and total deposits of $1.2 billion.

“We approach the second half of 2024 with continued optimism given the strength of our company, driven by an outstanding team of employees,” Shuford said. “I remain fully confident about the ability of our team to drive value for our customers, our communities, and our shareholders.”

The home goods, appliances and consumer electronics retailer is closing 70 of its 170 stores nationwide, according to its website. The closing Hampton Roads locations are:

• 1082 W. Mercury Blvd., Hampton
• 2550 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth
• 3421 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach

The retailer is advertising a going-out-of-business sale online with 30%-50% off its e-commerce site and in-store.

Conn’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on July 23 after three years of declining sales, the Houston Chronicle reported. As of June, the company reported operating more than 550 stores, including 380 Badcock Home Furniture & more stores, across 15 states.

Divaris Real Estate

Graysettle Associates LLC sold a 1,836-square-foot office condominium on 1.59 acres in Newtown Professional Center at 154 Newtown Road to AZ Venture Holdings LLC in Virginia Beach for $200,000. Nicole Campbell and Krista Costa represented the seller.

Suffolk Presbyterian Church sold a 13,344-square-foot office building on 6.4 acres of land at 410 N. Broad St. to TowneBank in Suffolk for $1.4 million. Krista Costa represented the seller. Levi Thomson represented the buyer.

Thomas and Dovis Holdings Inc. sold a 5,838-square-foot office building at 2380 Liberty Way to Liberty Way Investments LLC in Virginia Beach for $800,000. Krista Costa represented the seller.

Drucker + Falk

Katherine Dirom purchased Lot 5, Tax Map 51A, in Gloucester. Mac Houtz represented the seller.

Elim Williamsburg purchased 15043 Warwick Blvd. in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the seller.

S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.

Industrial Realty Group LLC purchased the 298,126-square-foot warehouse facility at 3321 Princess Anne Road in Norfolk from 3321 Princess Anne LLC for $34,897,500. Stephanie Sanker facilitated the transaction. The nationwide development and investment firm operates a portfolio of 150 properties in 28 states. Tenants LION Power and Beckett Corp. occupy 104,334 square feet within the facility, constructed in 2022. The remaining 193,792 of high bay warehouse space feet is now available for lease.

LEASES

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

National Right to Work Committee leased 21,602 square feet of retail space at Arrowhead Plaza, 5630-5632 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. John P. Duffy and William C. Throne represented the tenant.

Accurate Courier Express Inc subleased 20,000 square feet of industrial space at 550 Woodlake Circle in Chesapeake. Brett Sain, Geoff Poston and Taylor Anderson represented the landlord and tenant.

D1 Sports Training leased 8,676 square feet of retail space at Regatta Center, 3636 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Virginia Beach. John P. Duffy represented the landlord.

Coastal Management Solutions Inc. leased 4,000 square feet of industrial space at 524 Central Drive in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain represented the tenant.

D&H Precision Auto Care leased 3,200 square feet of industrial space at 600 N. Back River Road in Hampton. Clay Culbreth represented the landlord.

Outdoor Lighting of Hampton Roads Inc leased 2,360 square feet of industrial space at Rosemont Commerce Park, 3421 Chandler Creek Road in Virginia Beach. Janet Whitbeck represented the landlord. Brett Sain represented the tenant.

Chesapeake Bike Company LLC leased 2,167 square feet of retail space at Cedar Lakes Center, 561-565 Cedar Road in Chesapeake. Clay Willis represented the landlord.

Resort Management LLC leased 1,500 square feet of industrial space at Birdneck Trade Center, 553 & 557 S. Birdneck Road in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain represented the landlord.

Butler’s Empire Home Health Care LLC leased 1,120 square feet of office space at 813 Diligence Drive in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Divaris Real Estate

Spirit Halloween leased 7,400 square feet of retail space in East Beach Marketplace at 4027 E. Little Creek Road in Norfolk. Kris Fuller represented the landlord

Generation Jui-Jitsu leased 5,120 square feet of retail space at 5615 W. High St. in Portsmouth. Dave Redmond represented the landlord.

Baker Concrete Construction leased 4,604 square feet of office space in Corporate Center IV at 4417 Corporation Lane in Virginia Beach. Jason Oliver, Vivian Turok and Ashley Beck represented the landlord. Brian Devlin represented the tenant.

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants Inc. leased 2,398 square feet of office space in Convergence Center II at 277 Bendix Road in Virginia Beach. Vivian Turok and Ashley Beck represented the tenant.

Delicias Ice Cream leased 2,000 square feet of retail space in Oyster Point Square at 11718 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

Almloff Acupuncture leased 750 square feet of office space at 1100 Laskin Road in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa and Nicole Campbell represented the tenant.

On Time Approvals leased 390 square feet of office space in Pembroke Office Park at 291 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Nicole Campbell and Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

Popeyes leased 0.75 acres of land at 2148 W. Mercury Blvd. in Hampton. Loretta Cataldi represented the tenant.

Riverside Physician Services leased 17,068 square feet of office space at 5 Manhattan Square in Hampton. Brian Devlin represented the landlord.

Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters leased 8,878 square feet of office space in Six Columbus Center at 4505 Columbus St. in Virginia Beach. Marci Phillips represented the landlord.

7 Cities Tobacco leased 3,890 square feet of retail space at 3129 Bridge Road in Suffolk. Missy Martinovich represented the landlord.

Commonwealth Autism Care leased 3,773 square feet of office space at 412 Investors Place in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the tenant.

Chicken Salad Chick leased 3,500 square feet of retail space in Towne Place at Greenbrier at 717-741 Eden Way in Chesapeake. Kris Fuller represented the landlord. Elizabeth Napolitano and Sezin Cortinas represented the tenant.

Digital Insurance leased 3,031 square feet of office space in Oceana Center I at 484 Viking Drive in Virginia Beach. Brian Devlin represented the landlord.

Second Chances Comprehensive Services leased 1,850 square feet of office space at 4356 Bonney Road in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the landlord.

Premier Dance Athletics leased 1,850 square feet of retail space in Berkshire Shoppes at 1296 Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

Wingstop leased 1,800 square feet of retail space in Suffolk Specialty Shops at 1201 N. Main St. in Suffolk. Levi Thomson represented the tenant.

Aleksandra Gojkovic leased 1,623 square feet of office space at 1446 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the landlord.

Ten10 Restaurant leased 1,500 square feet of retail space in Glenwood Shoppes at 8401 Hampton Blvd. in Norfolk. David Bickford represented the landlord. Missy Martinovich represented the tenant.

AW Financial leased 1,377 square feet of office space in Pembroke Office Park at 293 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

SecureNSM leased 1,210 square feet of office space in Northampton Executive Center at 1300 Diamond Springs Road in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the landlord.

Sweet & Spice leased 1,200 square feet of retail space in Independence Plaza at 1115 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

HanksVintage leased 1,000 square feet of retail space in Red Mill Commons at 1169 Nimmo Parkway in Virginia Beach. Ashley Beck represented the tenant.

Drucker + Falk

New Hope Massage LLC leased 1,200 square feet at 4511 John Tyler Highway in Williamsburg. Michael Shapiro and Mac Houtz represented the landlord.

Rhino Tobacco & Vape LLC leased 1,350 square feet at 1751 George Washington Memorial Highway in Gloucester. Michael Shapiro and Mac Houtz represented the landlord.

North River Excavation leased 2,100 square feet at 708 Gum Rock Court in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord. Mac Houtz represented the tenant.

Milan R. Hunter Marshall leased 1,250 square feet at 607 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

JLL

1-800-PACK-RAT LLC leased 26,950 square feet at 2200 Steppingstone Square in Chesapeake. Kris Kennedy represented the tenant.

MD Technical School Inc. leased 1,836 square feet at 603 Pilot House Drive in Newport News. Wesley Edwards and Justin Gruendling represented the building owner.

VMI Furniture Solutions LLC leased 4,107 square feet at 3804 Cook Blvd. in Chesapeake. Gregg Christoffersen, Kris Kennedy and Todd Scholsohn represented the building owner.

LEASE RENEWALS

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

VA Pharmaceutical Services LLC renewed its lease of 5,122 square feet of office space at International Trade Center, 11832 and 11834 Canon Blvd. in Newport News. Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Harrison Virginia Beach South SPE LLC renewed its lease of 3,300 square feet of industrial space at Birdneck Trade Center, 553 & 557 S. Birdneck Road in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain represented the landlord.

H&R Block renewed its lease of 2,036 square feet of retail space at Southern Shopping Center, 7519 Tidewater Drive in Norfolk. Rob Wright represented the tenant.

Chesapeake Bay Management Co. renewed its lease of 1,612 square feet of office space at 337 McLaws Circle in Williamsburg. Andy Dallas represented the landlord.

Divaris Real Estate

Hazen & Sawyer renewed its lease for 19,011 square feet of office space in Town Center at 4500 Main St. in Virginia Beach. Michael Divaris, Krista Costa and Vivian Turok represented the landlord.

Anthropologie renewed its lease for 9,431 square feet of retail space in Town Center at 4525 Main St. in Virginia Beach. Sezin Cortinas and Gerald Divaris represented the landlord.

Hill-Rom Company Inc. renewed its lease for 8,260 square feet of industrial space at 500 Woodlake Drive in Chesapeake. Loretta Cataldi represented the tenant.

Gruntworx expanded its space of 8,083 square feet for a total of 13,513 square feet and extended its lease of office space in Rosemont Interstate Center located at 195 S. Rosemont Road in Virginia Beach. Nicole Campbell and Krista Costa represented the tenant.

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc. renewed its lease for 5,861 square feet of office space in Olympia Place at 2 Enterprise Parkway in Hampton. Brian Devlin and Nicole Campbell represented the landlord.

Fracht FWO Inc. renewed its lease for 5,217 square feet of office space in Town Point Center at 150 Boush St. in Norfolk. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

Fraim & Fiorella PC renewed its lease for 4,310 square feet of office space in Town Point Center at 150 Boush St. in Norfolk. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

Ionic DeZign Studio renewed its lease for 3,247 square feet of office space in Pembroke Office Park at 293 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Elizabeth Paasch and Nicole Campbell represented the landlord.

Personal Touch Home Care of VA renewed its lease for 3,137 square feet of office space in Poplar Hill Medical Center at 4037 Taylor Road in Chesapeake. Nicole Campbell and Elizabeth Napolitano represented the landlord.

Jessy’s Taco Bistro renewed its lease for 2,800 square feet of retail space in The Palace Shops at 301 W. 21st St. in Norfolk. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

Cherokee Nation renewed its lease for 2,546 square feet of office space in Lake Center I at 501 Independence Parkway in Chesapeake. Brian Devlin represented the landlord.

Cho Foot & Ankle Specialist renewed its lease for 2,503 square feet of office space at 1232 Perimeter Parkway in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa and Nicole Campbell represented the landlord.

C&F Mortgage renewed its lease for 2,457 square feet of office space in Lake Center I at 501 Independence Parkway in Chesapeake. Brian Devlin represented the landlord.

Jamaica Inn renewed its lease for 1,600 square feet of retail space in Diamond Springs North at 1948 Diamond Springs Road in Virginia Beach. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

East Coast Repair and Fabrication renewed its lease for 1,450 square feet of office space in HRSA-ILA Benefits Building at 1355 International Terminal Blvd. in Norfolk. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

Greg’s Tattoo renewed its lease for 1,400 square feet of retail space in Elmhurst Square at 5600 Portsmouth Blvd. in Portsmouth. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

New York Fashion Organization renewed its lease for 1,307 square feet of retail space in The Palace Shops at 301 W. 21st St. in Norfolk. Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

Maxx Cuts renewed its lease for 1,200 square feet of retail space in Salem Crossing Shopping Center at 2029 S. Lynnhaven Parkway in Virginia Beach. Levi Thomson and Kris Fuller represented the landlord.

The UPS Store 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.

Marsh & McLennan Agency renewed its lease for 10,072 square feet of office space in Armada Hoffler Tower at 222 Central Park Ave. in Virginia Beach. Michael Divaris, Krista Costa and Vivian Turok represented the landlord.

Heart & Soul renewed its lease for 7,679 square feet of retail space at 6147 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News. Missy Martinovich represented the landlord.

Regional Finance renewed its lease for 1,588 square feet of office space in Windwood Centre at 780 Lynnhaven Parkway in Virginia Beach. Elizabeth Paasch represented the landlord.

The Spot Nutrition renewed its lease for 900 square feet of retail space in White Oak Village Shopping Center at Tappahannock Blvd. in Tappahannock. Sara Goodall represented the landlord.

Beach Gold Assay renewed its lease for 593 square feet of office space at 1446 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach. Krista Costa represented the landlord.

Drucker + Falk

Custom Vinyl Products LLC renewed 1,250 square feet at 607 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

JW Enterprises of VA LLC renewed 1,250 square feet at 605 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Paula McPherson renewed 668 square feet at 8 San Jose Drive in Newport News. Ilima Saenz and Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Divine Behavioral Inc. renewed 2,370 square feet at 11817 Canon Blvd. in Newport News. Michael Shapiro and Mac Houtz represented the landlord.

Drucker & Falk LLC expanded 1,530 square feet and renewed 3,894 square feet at 3900 Westerre Parkway in Richmond. Michael Shapiro represented the tenant.

Darrick Kettner renewed 3,500 square feet at 701 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Clinical Services LLC renewed 1,391 square feet at 2 Eaton St. in Hampton. Mac Houtz and Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Andrew A. Bryant renewed 1,250 square feet at 607 Industrial Park Drive in Newport News. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Demond Robinson doing business as Robinson’s Furniture 4 Less renewed 1,250 square feet at 605 Industrial Park Drive. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

Patriot One Enterprises renewed 1,250 square feet at 605 Industrial Park Drive. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

JLL

Jin & Associates LLC (Ameriprise) renewed its lease of 1,583 square feet at 11832 Rock Landing Drive in Newport News. Deborah Stearns represented the tenant.

American Systems Corp. extended its lease of 6,119 square feet at 440 Viking Drive in Virginia Beach. Kris Kennedy represented the tenant.

PNC Bank extended its lease of 11,469 square feet at 555 E. Main St. in Norfolk. Wesley Edwards and Justin Gruendling represented the building owner.

Riddle Associates Inc.

Masterkleen Services renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Brett O. Hughes renewed his lease at 3900 Indian River Road in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Hampton Roads Wood Renewal LLC renewed its lease at 3901 Garwood Ave. in Portsmouth. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Bayview Exteriors renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Shore Boyz Gym renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Hundley Cleaning Services LLC renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

T.E.B. Chess Inc. renewed a space at 1716 South Park Court in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Foggy Frog Inc. renewed its lease at 277 N. Lynnhaven in Virginia Beach. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

The Glass King renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

TUESDAY

Hampton Roads Pride, 6:30 p.m., Smartmouth Brewing Pilot House, 313 32nd St., Virginia Beach. Hampton Roads Pride is hosting a meeting with a roundtable discussion on shaping next year’s experience. Hamptonroadspride.org.

JULY 24

WEDNESDAY

2024 Valor Awards, noon to 2 p.m., Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St., Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is honoring the exceptional merit and remarkable bravery of our region’s first responders. $50-$100. Register at hrchamber.com.

JULY 25

THURSDAY

How Do Women in Leadership Network Effectively? 8:30-9:45 a.m., First Atlantic Restoration, 414 South Parliament Drive, Virginia Beach. Managing Communications is hosting a roundtable for SEVA Women in Leadership. Panel discussion and networking. Continental breakfast. Reservations required: susan@managingcommunications.com.

Business Connection After Hours, 4:30-6 p.m., PBR Hampton Roads, 1976 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a networking event at the cowboy bar. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Write On! Group for Nonfiction Writers & Want-to-Bees, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Vino’s Italian Bistro, 5200 Fairfield Shopping Center, Virginia Beach. Managing Communications is hosting Dr. Abbey Pachter, author of “A Monarch in Winter: Biography of a Butterfly.”  Buy your own. Registration required: susan@managingcommunications.com.

JULY 26

FRIDAY

Spotlight on the Peninsula, 1-3 p.m., Kelvin International, 742 Bluecrab Road, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting an information session and networking event. Free. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

JULY 30

TUESDAY

Business BBQ Forum, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Chesapeake. The Van Syckle Group is hosting an outdoor forum. Limited space. Vansycklegroup.com/business-bbq-forum-7/30/2024.

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7 p.m., Rivers Casino Portsmouth, 3630 Victory Blvd., Portsmouth. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Free. Register at hrchamber.com.

JULY 31

WEDNESDAY

2024 Military Recognition Reception, 3-5 p.m., Zeiders American Dream Theater, 4509 Commerce St., Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is celebrating the men and women of the military who have excelled in their duties and support a key aspect of our region. This reception recognizes all commands in Hampton Roads. $25-$50. Register at hrchamber.com.

Deadline for nonprofits to apply for $500,000 Accelerating Change Together grant. Nonprofit organizations focused on education and workforce development in the region are invited to apply at actgrant.org.

AUG. 1

THURSDAY

Moving Forward with DEI: Continuing the Journey of Progress, 9-11 a.m., Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Drive, Joan Brock Room, Brock Commons, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Dr. ClauDean Kizart, director of diversity, equity and inclusion at Tidewater Community College, and Dr. Ron Carlee, clinical assistant professor at Old Dominion University. The workshop is designed for professionals who work in DEI to come together to share ideas on how to achieve success in the current environment where there is often resistance to our work. $40-$80. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 7

WEDNESDAY

Rising Tide, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Warwick Yacht Club, 400 Maxwell Lane, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting a conversation on a collaborative approach to meeting our future energy needs. Speakers include Doug Smith, Hampton Roads Alliance; Brett Malone, Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center; Jason Ericson and Todd Flowers, Dominion Energy; and Brad Gilliatt, Dominion Terminal Associates. $45. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

Employment Law Basics Bootcamp: Wage & Hour, noon to 1:30 p.m., Union Mission Ministries, 5100 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber and Hampton Roads Society for Human Resource Management is hosting the third session of a four-part series. This session discusses challenges employers face while complying with wage and hour laws at the federal and state levels. They will discuss the latest requirements as well as best practices for classification of employees, changes in salary thresholds and common overtime and failure to pay mistakes. Lunch provided. $25. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 12

MONDAY

Business After Hours, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Yorktown Freight Shed, 331 Water St., Yorktown. York County Economic Development Authority and the York County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a networking event. $0-$10. Register at yorkcountychamberva.org.

AUG. 14

WEDNESDAY

How to Fund Your Business: Entrepreneurial and Growth Finance, 9-10:30 a.m., 11850 Merchants Walk, Suite 110, Newport News. The Peninsula Chamber is hosting professor Willy Donaldson of Christopher Newport University as part of a business series. $0-$15. Register at virginiapeninsulachamber.com.

AUG. 15

THURSDAY

Morning Member Meetup, 8-9:30 a.m., Broad Bay Country Club, 2120 Lords Landing, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Coffee and continental breakfast provided. Free. Register at hrchamber.com.

Secure 2.0 Act: Summary of Key Changes Impacting Employer Provided Retirement Plans, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Hampton Roads Society for Human Resource Management is hosting Justin Steil of UBS Financial Services on the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, which included a sweeping retirement reform package, Secure 2.0. The law includes over 90 provisions affecting workplace benefit plans to address the U.S. retirement savings crisis. These provisions focus on getting more participants into the retirement system, finding ways for them to accumulate more assets and helping them achieve retirement readiness. Join for a summary of key provisions including which changes are required and which are optional for companies to adopt. Several of the optional provisions have potential to strengthen a company’s retirement benefits package and become more competitive in attracting and retaining top talent. $35-$45. Register at hrshrm.org.

AUG. 17

SATURDAY

17th Annual Smart Smiles 5K, 7 a.m., Mariners’ Museum and Park, 100 Museum Drive, Newport News. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula is hosting a fundraiser for health and wellness initiatives, including Smart Smiles Dental Care and fitness programming, which benefits thousands of local youth and families each year. $30. Register at bagclub.com/events/healthy-lifestyles-5k/.

Williamsburg Realtors Raising The Roof 5K Run/Walk and 1-mile Fun Run, 8 a.m., JCC Marina Meadow, 2054 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg. Williamsburg Realtors is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg’s construction of safe and affordable houses in James City County. $25-$35. Register at runsignup.com/Race/VA/Williamsburg/WilliamsburgREALTORSRaisingTheRoof.

AUG. 21

WEDNESDAY

Power of Women: Women at the Helm, 9-11 a.m., Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center, 440 Bank St., Norfolk. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting Capt. Janet Days, commanding officer of Naval Station Norfolk, and panelists Tonya Byrd of Dominion Energy; Amanda Jarratt, Virginia Beach deputy city manager; Cheryl Spraberry of Advanced Integrated Technologies; and Delceno Miles of The Miles Agency. $45-$90. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 22

THURSDAY

Chamber Business Social, 5:30-7 p.m., Bryant & Stratton College, 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a networking event. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 27

TUESDAY

Around the World in 18 Holes Golf Outing, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bide-A-Wee Golf Course, 1 Bide-A-Wee Lane, Portsmouth. The Hampton Roads Chamber is hosting a golf outing with all levels of play invited. Food, drinks, music, games, freebies and more. Proceeds benefit Navy Safe Harbor Foundation, benefitting wounded veterans. $250-$500. Register at hrchamber.com.

AUG. 28

WEDNESDAY

Photography and Videography on a Budget, 8-9:30 a.m., Veterans Conference Room, 1 Franklin St., Hampton. The Retail Alliance is hosting expert photographer Sara Harris for a workshop on photography and videography for small business owners. Free. Register at retailalliance.com.

AUG. 29

THURSDAY

North Carolina Business Update Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 5353 N. Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce is hosting a business update event with a special presentation by Gary Salimido, president and CEO of the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce. The Outer Banks chamber will also present its 2024 Small Business of the Year awards. $35-$45. Register at outerbankschamber.com/ncupdate2024.

SEPT. 10

TUESDAY

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.

SEPT. 19

THURSDAY

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.

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Five Virginia Health Services communities were recognized as 2024 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living for their commitment to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The Newport, Northampton and Walter Reed Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers and The Hamilton and The Huntington Assisted Living communities — all under the VHS umbrella — are among the state’s 17 Bronze award recipients. The Newport (Newport News), Northampton (Hampton) and Walter Reed (Gloucester) provide skilled and long-term nursing care with on-site rehabilitation. Walter Reed, which was recognized among Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes for 2023 and 2024, also provides memory care. The Hamilton (York County) and The Huntington (Newport News) Assisted Living communities provide residents with a 24/7 nursing team and support staff and offer a comfortable living environment that includes on-site daily dining, events and activities. As recipients of the Bronze award, they may now progress to the Silver level in the program.

The National Park Service listed the Seatack Historic District in Virginia Beach in the National Register of Historic Places on May 28. On the state level, it was listed as a historic district in the Virginia Landmarks Register in December 2023. Located along Birdneck Road west of the Oceanfront, Seatack is a historically Black residential community that developed over time beginning in the late 19th century. The core of the district is south of Virginia Beach Boulevard stretching down to Seatack Park. The former Seatack Elementary School building, now used as the Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Training academy, is a cornerstone of the district. It was built in 1952 as the first consolidated elementary school for Black students in what was then Princess Anne County.

The Goddard School of Lynnhaven, owned by franchisees Anne and Mike Pope in Virginia Beach, has been selected to Goddard’s President’s Club. The recognition honors the top-performing Goddard Schools throughout the country, measured by excellence in performance, education, family experience and brand stewardship. To earn President’s Club designation, schools must be selected for the Circle of Excellence for continuous years, consistently demonstrating the highest standards of educational and operational excellence in early childhood education.

Grants and donations

The Fairfield Foundation received a $100,000 matching grant from The Cabell Foundation of Richmond for masonry stabilization at Rosewell in Gloucester County. “This award is a major step in our multiyear effort to stabilize the Rosewell ruins masonry. With matching help from the community, this will allow us to save Rosewell for future generations,” said Thane Harpole, Fairfield co-director. The foundation assumed responsibility for Rosewell in 2023. Rosewell was the largest house in Virginia when it was begun in 1725 and was the center of a complex plantation enterprise. After a 1916 fire that hollowed the substantial residence, weathering, vegetation and vandalism have taken their toll. Steel beams and caps were added between 1981 and the early 2000s to reinforce the walls and the four standing chimneys. This grant comes as plans are beginning for the celebration of Rosewell’s 300th anniversary in 2025. Matching donations can be made online at fairfieldfoundation.org.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced over $690,000 in Virginia Main Street and Community Business Launch grants for 16 projects across the commonwealth. The funded projects will revitalize historic commercial districts and create and expand small businesses. Cape Charles, Virginia Main Street Inc. was awarded $75,000. Onancock Main Street was awarded $33,500.

Education

Preschoolers at Primrose School at Edinburgh Commons and Primrose School of Virginia Beach South donated $1,090 to The City of Coppell Animal Services, Our Daily Gnome Creative Arts Center and The Primrose Schools Children’s Foundation. As a part of the curriculum, Primrose students engage with their communities through give-back initiatives to teach children the value of giving, sharing and caring.

The Virginia Board of Education approved the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore, the 15th Lab School established under Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s leadership. The academy is a collaborative partnership between Old Dominion University, Eastern Shore Community College, Accomack County Public Schools and Northampton County Public Schools. It’s designed to provide students on the Eastern Shore access to the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be successful in science, technology, engineering and math fields, such as aerospace and adjacent industries, identified as priorities for economic development. Other academy partners include NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Hampton Roads Workforce Council, Virginia Spaceport Authority, Luminary Air Group, Sentinel Robotic Solutions and Amazon. The school’s programming allows students to engage in regional aerospace initiatives, participate in work-based learning experiences, develop an electronic portfolio, gain valuable job experience and network with future employers. Students will have the opportunity to earn college credits, career studies certificates and industry credentials and certifications.

Marketing

A new commercial called “Leave the Cookies” is creating excitement for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula’s 17th Annual Smart Smiles 5K. This year’s event is set for Aug. 17 at Mariners’ Museum & Park in Newport News. The commercial stars nonprofit President and CEO Hal Smith, Chief Development Officer Madison Owens and Body By D Gym owner and bodybuilder D’Shawn Wright. Shot by CSharp Music and Media, the commercial encourages everyone to put down the cookies, get off the couch and lace up their running shoes for a great cause. The Smart Smiles 5K is a crucial fundraiser for nonprofit initiatives, including Smart Smiles Dental Care and health and wellness programming. The event is supported by partners such as The Levy Family, Delta Dental VA, Newport News Amateur Communications Team, Body By D Gym, Hampton University Track and Field and the Smart Smiles 5K Committee. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula also launched the BGCVP Couch to 5K Facebook Group, offering training tips, motivation, and community support. For more information and to register, visit bagclub.com. For sponsorship inquiries, contact Owens at mowens@bagclub.com.

Opening

CityVet opened a clinic at 2005 Lynnhaven Parkway in Virginia Beach on June 24. The Dallas-based network of 38 veterinarian-owned practices offers full-service care for pets, including preventative care, diagnostics, same-day walk-ins, surgery, grooming and dental care. CityVet Virginia Beach will be led by Dr. Erica Feiste, who has practiced in Hampton Roads since her graduation from veterinary school. Her unique skill set includes offering advanced surgical procedures such as splenectomies, foreign body removals and cesarean sections. As a former veterinary school professor, she enjoys performing advanced surgeries and sharing new techniques with her colleagues.

Transportation

Traffix, a commuter options program administered by Hampton Roads Transit, is seeking new locations to install bike racks and bike repair stations as part of its Bike Boost program to enhance cycling infrastructure throughout the region. Those interested can apply online at gotraffix.com/bikeboost/ through September. Bike Boost recipients are responsible for yearly checks and servicing to ensure functionality and safety and procuring and installing necessary replacement parts. Installations are slated for completion by April 1, 2025.

*Correction: Due to a source error, the July 8 Business Notes reported incorrect names for the franchise owners of the Goddard School of Lynnhaven. They are Anne and Mike Pope.

ERIN AGDINAOAY
New job: Associate principal, Work Program Architects

Previously/concurrently: Architect, project manager, Work Program Architects
Specialties: Talent recruitment, leadership
Education: Bachelor’s, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

SAM BOWLING
New job: Associate principal, Work Program Architects
Specialties: Project design, leadership

Previously/concurrently: Project manager, Work Program Architects
Education: Master’s, Kansas State University

STACEY CRAWSHAW
New job: Marketing director, Work Program Architects

Previously: Marketing coordinator and graphic designer, Work Program Architects
Specialties: Engaging with national partners while overseeing brand development, graphics and print design
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University; associate degrees in graphic design and fine art, Tidewater Community College

SHARON MANANA
New job: Director of community engagement, Work Program Architects

Previously: Executive assistant, education consultant, Work Program Architects
Specialties: Facilitating early and ongoing discussions with diverse communities invested in the firm’s projects
Education: Bachelor’s, Old Dominion University

JOHN STEPHENS
New job: Director of operations, Work Program Architects

Previously: Senior architect, project manager, Work Program Architects
Specialties: Overseeing daily operations, monitoring project progress and managing staff workloads
Education: Bachelor’s, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

CONSULTING

STEVE COUGHLIN

New job: Director of operations for laboratories, training and occupational health, Metropolitan Solutions Group in Portsmouth

Specialties: 35-plus years of Navy and civilian ship operations, including various leadership roles

Education: Post-graduate degrees in business, foreign affairs and professional military education and leadership, U.S. Naval Academy

EDUCATION

SARAH LINDEN-BROOKS
New job: Academy for Nonprofit Excellence coordinator, Tidewater Community College

Previously: Director of Sail Nauticus
Specialties: Nonprofit management, talent development, facilitation and team-building
Education: Master’s, Northeastern University; bachelor’s, Christopher Newport University

GOVERNMENT

DAVID P. HARRELL

New job: Deputy fire chief, Suffolk

Previously: Lieutenant, captain, battalion chief, assistant fire chief, Suffolk

Specialties: Helped establish and served as program manager for Suffolk Fire & Rescue Technical Rescue Team and Marine Rescue Team, 2013 Firefighter of the Year, 2017 Fire Chief’s Award of Excellence

Education: Pursuing master’s in public administration; bachelor’s, National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program; Chief Fire Officer designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence

DEANNA TRIMYER

New job: Assistant director of economic development, Suffolk

Previously: Business development analyst, economic development manager, business development manager, Suffolk

Specialties: 24-plus years of government experience, including business retention and expansion, workforce development and downtown development

Education: Economic Development Institute, University of Oklahoma; bachelor’s, Christopher Newport University

REAL ESTATE

JANE FINCH

New job: Vice president of asset management, Croatan Investments

Previously: Senior property manager, FCA Management

Specialties: 20 years of experience in multifamily property management, revenue generation and execution of value-add business plans

MAGGIE SPILLANE

New job: Vice president, private asset management, S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.

Previously: Landlord and tenant representation services, Shopping Center Division, S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.

Specialties: Management of 18-property portfolio comprised of shopping center and multifamily assets within the Hampton Roads and Richmond markets

Education: Bachelor’s, Virginia Wesleyan University

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

Madison Capital Group Management LLC purchased about 23 acres at 1840 and 1852 Mount Pleasant Road in Chesapeake from CFG Properties LLC – Three Gee’s Associates Inc. for $6.5 million to operate its Blue Gate Boat & RV Storage division. Janet Whitbeck handled the sale negotiations on behalf of the buyer and the seller.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

Claiborne Group LLC purchased a 4,459-square-foot office property on 0.48 acres at 2211 Executive Drive in Hampton for $650,000 from CD Taylor Properties LLC. Ryan King and Andy Stein handled this transaction.

James E. Baylor Holding Corp. purchased the 19,320-square-foot industrial property at 1828 S. Military Highway in Chesapeake for $2,732,000 from Spencer Chesapeake LC. Bobby Beasley III represented the seller. Chip Worley represented the buyer.

Kanha Health Ventures LLC purchased the 11,816-square-foot office property at 321 Main St. in Newport News on 1.4 acres for $526,000 from 321 Main Street LP LLP.  Michael Allen and Clark Baldwin handled  this transaction.

Resse Family Services LLC purchased the 19,720-square-foot office property on 1.29 acres at 804 Omni Blvd. in Newport News for $2.3 million from Cedars Enterprises LLC. Michael Allen and Clark Baldwin handled this transaction.

Marcus & Millichap

Emporia Commons, a 35,013-square-foot retail center shadow-anchored by a Walmart Supercenter at 301 Market Drive in Emporia, sold for $1.9 million. The center is 58% leased with 15 national, regional and local tenants. Taylor and Eric Abbott, investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap’s Atlanta office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller, a Tennessee-based developer. Brian Hosey, Broker of Record in Virginia, assisted in closing the transaction.

Riddle Associates Inc.

Chesapeake Development Holdings LLC purchased a property at 1101 Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Shannon Stidham represented the buyer.

The Harrison Group

The Harrison Group acquired the Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach-North Beach, an Oceanfront resort on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The hotel boasts 238 Oceanfront rooms and suites, each with a private balcony or patio. Resort-style amenities, include four pools, a lazy river, hot tub and complimentary family-friendly movies in the 48-seat theater. Three on-site restaurants, The Greenery, The Square Whale and the Isle of Capri, each serves seafood and Italian cuisine with ocean views. This marks the third hotel for the Harrison Group in the market.

The Katsias Co.

Dr. Jessica Clark, DDS PC purchased a 1,885-square-foot office condominium property on 0.65 acres at 1300 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach from Dr. Townsend Brown Jr., DDS, for $450,000. John Katsias and Haven Spirelis represented the seller.

Boulevard Corner RP LLC purchased a 10,112-square-foot retail property on 0.98 acres at 2325 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Virginia Beach from Barbara Duff and Hoyt Duff II for $1.32 million. John Katsias and Chris Arney represented the seller.

LEASES

Commonwealth Commercial

Vivint Smart Home Pros Inc. leased 2,502 square feet at 5199 Cleveland St. in Virginia Beach. Gresh Wall and Noah Reyes represented the landlord.

Bold Enterprises LLC leased 2,640 square feet at 230 Clearfield Ave. in Virginia Beach. Gresh Wall represented the landlord.

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

The Lane Construction Corp. leased 2.7 acres of industrial outdoor storage space at 501 Truswood Lane in Newport News. Clay Culbreth represented the landlord. Ellis Colthorpe represented the tenant.

Patuxent Roofing and Contracting leased 17,100 square feet of industrial space at 3450 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. in Norfolk. Brett Sain and Geoff Poston represented the landlord.

N & S Locating Services leased 7,200 square feet of industrial space at 20 Basil Sawyer Drive in Hampton. Ellis Colthorpe represented the landlord. Teresa Nettles represented the tenant.

Leila’s Mediterranean Groceries leased 3,328 square feet of retail space at Regatta Center, 3636 Virginia Beach Blvd. in Virginia Beach. John P. Duffy represented the landlord.

Beach Conveniences LLC leased 2,810 square feet of industrial space at 376 N. Witchduck Road in Virginia Beach. Brett Sain and Taylor Anderson represented the tenant.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

UKULT Clothing leased 898 square feet of retail space at 2293 York Crossing Drive in Hayes. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group, PC leased 3,871 square feet of office space at 1147 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Clark Baldwin and Lindsay Himelright handled this transaction.

ZBW Mongolian Restaurant leased 4,390 square feet of retail space at 4402 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach. Larry Hecht handled this transaction.

Card-Again Games LLC leased 1,600 square feet of retail space at 1710 E. Little Creek Road in Norfolk. Larry Hecht handled this transaction.

C Default Group LLC leased 2,300 square feet of office space at 101 N. Lynnhaven Road in Virginia Beach. Lindsay Himelright handled this transaction.

Restorative Dreams leased 2,728 square feet of retail space at 4550 E. Princess Anne Road in Norfolk. Ryan King handled this transaction.

The Virginia Villain’s Clothing Co. expanded its store with 800 square feet of additional retail space at 12975 Jefferson Ave. in Newport News. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Dr. Dr. Inc. leased 900 square feet of office space at 400 Commerce Circle in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Texoma ABA Corp. leased 1,014 square feet of office space at 825 Diligence Drive in Newport News. Michael Allen and Clark Baldwin handled this transaction.

Low Country Seafood LLC leased 1,120 square feet of retail space at 1814 Todd’s Lane in Hampton. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

The Refinery LLC leased 6,995 square feet of retail space at 216-218 W. 25th St. in Norfolk. Michael Allen handled this transaction.

WeldWorx Fabrication LLC leased 7,332 square feet of industrial space at 2713 Colley Ave. in Norfolk. Ryan King and Lindsay Bilisoly handled this transaction.

East VA Enterprises LLC leased 3,171 square feet of retail space at 472 N. Military Highway in Norfolk. Rob Sult and Lindsay Bilisoly handled this transaction.

Rising Lotus Yoga Studio LLC leased 900 square feet of retail space at 227 Fox Hill Road in Newport News. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Atomic Comics Emporium leased 4,000 square feet of retail space at 467 Denbigh Blvd. in Newport News. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

Tidewater Dermatology leased 1,500 square feet of retail space at 620 Grassfield Parkway in Chesapeake. Lindsay Himelright and Rob Sult handled this transaction.

Metro by T-Mobile leased 1,500 square feet of retail space at 3141 Western Branch in Chesapeake. Susan Pender handled this transaction.

Easton Coach Co. leased 10,000 square feet of industrial space at 420 E. 20th St. in Norfolk. Lindsay Himelright handled this transaction.

ABM Lawn Care LLC leased 3,690 square feet of office/industrial space at 129 Admiral Taussig Blvd. in Norfolk. Bob King handled this transaction.

Comfort Systems of Virginia Inc. leased 13,500 square feet of industrial space at 4144 S. Military Highway in Chesapeake. Charles Dickinson handled this transaction.

Riddle Associates Inc.

Shannon Ford leased a space at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Trident Marine Electronics Inc. leased a space at 445 N. Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Coastal Virginia Cheer Athletics leased a space at 820 Greenbrier in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Tuff Shed Inc. leased a space at 5253 Indian River Road in Virginia Beach. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Clean Hands Pure Hearts LLC. leased a space at 1421 Kempsville Road in Chesapeake. Shannon Stidham handled the negotiations.

The Katsias Co.

Shannon Gilmartin CMT Inc. leased 1,474 square feet at 4224 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

Lakeview Counseling Services LLC and Virginia Beach Clinical LLC leased 1,403 square feet at 4224 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

El Nayar leased 1,600 square feet at 4326 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

Simon Financial LLC leased 1,500 square feet at 4356 Holland Road in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

757 Events Va Beach LLC leased 7,090 square feet at 2014 Atlantic Ave. in Virginia Beach. John Katsias and Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

North End Pizza and Ice Cream leased 1,654 square feet at 2973 Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. John Katsias and Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

Heart of Sugar Bakery LLC leased 1,000 square feet at 166 S. Rosemont Road in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

Full Circle Ceramics LLC leased 1,417 square feet at 328 Lynn Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. Haven Spirelis represented the landlord.

LEASE RENEWALS

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer

Tesla Inc. renewed its lease of 9,580 square feet of industrial space at 573 Central Drive in Virginia Beach. Geoff Poston represented the landlord.

Intertek USA Inc. renewed its lease of 4,650 square feet of office space at 109 Freedom Blvd. in York County. Andy Dallas represented the tenant.

Virginia Modular Innovations renewed its lease of 4,225 square feet of industrial space at 3804 Cook Blvd. in Chesapeake. Christine M. Kaempfe represented the tenant.

Childrens Palace Academy renewed its lease of 3,286 square feet of office space at 4521 E. Honeygrove Road in Virginia Beach. Christine M. Kaempfe represented the landlord.

James River Architects renewed its lease of 3,219 square feet of office space at The Atrium, 11832 Rock Landing Drive in Newport News. Andy Dallas and Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

Geneziz LLC renewed its lease of 2,420 square feet of industrial space at 2100 Aluminum Ave. in Hampton. Ellis Colthorpe represented the landlord. Clay Culbreth represented the tenant.

NorthStar Petroleum Solutions LLC renewed its lease of 1,600 square feet of industrial space at Lynnway, 800 Seahawk Circle in Virginia Beach. Ellis Colthorpe and Brett Sain represented the landlord.

Ameriprise renewed its lease of 1,583 square feet of office space at The Atrium, 11832 Rock Landing Drive in Newport News. Andy Dallas and Teresa Nettles represented the landlord.

J&P Enterprize LLC renewed its lease of 1,100 square feet of industrial space at 840 Juniper Crescent in Chesapeake. Tom Dana represented the landlord.

Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate

Amura Sushi Café Inc. renewed its lease of 1,240 square feet of retail space at 4801 Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. Larry Hecht handled this transaction.

Christopher Kait Construction LLC renewed its lease of 952 square feet of office space at 1877 Governor’s Pointe Drive in Suffolk. Peter Abraham and Ryan King handled this transaction.

Premium Motors, LLC renewed its lease of 30,000 square feet of retail space located at 6630 N. Military Highway in Norfolk. Bob King handled this transaction.

H&R Block renewed its lease of 4,000 square feet of retail space at 7501 Granby St. in Norfolk. Bob King handled this transaction.

Camp, Dresser & KcKee renewed its lease of 2,933 square feet office space at 825 Diligence Drive in Newport News. Michael Allen and Clark Baldwin handled this transaction.

Valerie Nicole Gregg renewed their lease of 1,196 square feet of office space at 393 Denbigh Blvd. in Newport News. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Edward Jones renewed its lease of 1,200 square feet of office space at 1040 University Blvd. in Portsmouth. Kimberly Worley handles this transaction.

Tropical Smoothie Inc. renewed its lease of 1,500 square feet of retail space at 2865 Lynnhaven Drive in Virginia Beach. Susan Pender handled this transaction.

Measurement Specialties Inc. renewed its lease of 120,000 square feet of industrial space at 1000 Lucas Way in Hampton. Charles Dickinson handled this transaction.

AC Salon Suites LLC renewed its lease of 1,735 square feet of office space at 827 Diligence Drive in Newport News. Clark Baldwin and Michael Allen handled this transaction.

Sunday’s Tanning Resort renewed its lease of 4,200 square feet of retail space at 750 Independence Blvd. in Virginia Beach. Kimberly Worley and Susan Pender handled this transaction.

Cavalier Ventures LLC renewed its lease of 14,000 square feet of industrial space at 2621 Quality Court in Virginia Beach. Bobby Beasley Jr. and Lindsay Himelright handled this transaction.

RAD Auto renewed its lease of 1,500 square feet of industrial space at 200-G  Commerce Circle in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Advance Stores Company Inc. renewed its lease of 8,008 square feet of office space at 2300 W. Mercury Blvd. in Hampton. Bob Saunders handled this transaction.

County Grill renewed its lease of 6,890 square feet of industrial space at 1215 George Washington Memorial Highway in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Inside/Out Home Maintenance renewed its lease of 1,200 square feet of office space at 200-K Commerce Circle in York County. Matt Leffler handled this transaction.

Carr Sheetmetal Inc. renewed its lease of 5,360 square feet of industrial space at 1301-C Ingleside Road in Norfolk. Chip Worley handled this transaction.

Riddle Associates Inc.

Dr. Robert Lehman MD PC renewed its space at 200 Grayson Road in Virginia Beach. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Images By Design LLC renewed its lease at 341 Cleveland Place in Virginia Beach. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

MacKay Communications renewed its lease at 1720 Lambert Court in Chesapeake. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Masterkleen Services renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak Drive in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Brett O. Hughes renewed his lease at 3900 Indian River Road in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Hampton Roads Wood Renewal LLC renewed its lease at 3901 Garwood Ave. in Portsmouth. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Bayview Exteriors renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

Shore Boyz Gym renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Hundley Cleaning Services LLC renewed its lease at 809 Live Oak in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

T.E.B. Chess Inc. renewed a space at 1716 South Park Court in Chesapeake. Lindsey R. Elliott handled the negotiations.

Foggy Frog Inc. renewed its lease at 277 N. Lynnhaven in Virginia Beach. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

The Glass King renewed its lease at 1170 Lance Road in Norfolk. Bill Brackman handled the negotiations.

VICTOR HALL

New job: Senior vice president and chief experience officer, ABNB Federal Credit Union

Previously: Chief retail officer, State Department FCU in Alexandria

Specialties: Branch services, digital member services, marketing and training; 25-plus years experience, including digital transformation strategy, payments, vendor management, contract negotiation

Education: Master of Business Administration, Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island; Organizational Leadership program, Harvard Business School

BUSINESS DISTRICT

CAREYANN WEINBERG

New job: Director of economic vitality, Downtown Norfolk Council

Previously: Selden Market director, Downtown Norfolk Council

Specialties: Market operations and renovations, strategic development, economic and business development, community outreach

SARAH SPENCE TING

New job: Selden Market manager, Downtown Norfolk Council

Specialties: Business operations, event promotion and coordination, customer service, relationship-building

EDUCATION

MICHAEL J. TODD

New job: Executive vice president for finance and administration, William & Mary, effective Aug. 1

Previously: Vice president for finance and administration, Lehigh University

Specialties: Budgeting and finance, information technology, human resources and business affairs, implementation of enterprise resource platforms, building public-private partnerships, Title IX administration, compensation equity, legal affairs, investment and asset management and strategy

Education: Master of Business Administration, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; master’s degree in physics, University of Virginia; four bachelor’s degrees in economics, mathematics, physics and Russian, University of Missouri

LAW

HALEY VAN SYCKLE MORGAN
New job: Relationship manager, Hanger Law

Previously: Account executive, TechArk
Specialties: Business development, networking, 2023 Inside Business Top Forty Under 40
Education: Old Dominion University

NONPROFITS

LESLIE CROCKER
New job: Executive director, Coastal Virginia office, American Red Cross
Previously: Investment platform administrator and client relationship manager, Summit Group of Virginia and Alera Group

Specialties: Board involvement and fundraising: Norfolk City Union of the King’s Daughter’s board of directors
Education: Bachelor’s, Old Dominion University

HELEN W. KUHNS
New job: Executive director, Coastal Virginia Conservancy
Previously: Assistant director, Lynnhaven River NOW; executive director, Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation
Specialties: 30-plus years of environmental experience, 10 years nonprofit management experience, community engagement

MARKETING

EMILY LARIMORE
New job: Marketing relations specialist, Hampton Roads Chamber

Previously: Social media marketing intern, Studio Center
Specialties: Social media marketing, insights reporting, data analytics
Education: Bachelor’s, Old Dominion University

PEYTON CARTER KRZYZEWSKI

New job: Director, strategy and growth, WB Marketing/The Meridian Group

Previously: Account executive, WB Marketing/The Meridian Group

Specialties: Strategic planning, campaign management, client relations

Education: Bachelor’s, University of Richmond

REAL ESTATE

STEVE BLUM

New job: Chief leasing officer, Divaris Real Estate

Previously: Vice president, The Surnow Co. based in Michigan

Specialties: 30 years in retail operations and commercial real estate; leasing and technology integration, market research, training