After stints working events for nonprofits such as Ronald McDonald House and Bon Secours, Tunstall Willis decided to go out on her own.
Seasoned nonprofit event planner goes solo
Charlotte Rene Woods
Charlotte joined BizSense as a reporter in summer 2018 after earning a masters degree in journalism from VCU and a bachelor's from The New School in New York City. Send news tips to tips@richmondbizsense.com.
Palindrome turns a corner into new Jackson Ward location
A local branding studio has nestled further into the neighborhood and shacked up with a wedding planning company.
New local startup lets users ‘shop’ for good deeds
The Giving Wall, a new local website that connects people living at or below the poverty line with those who are willing to help them fill a need, launches Dec. 3.
Software company expands in Innsbrook
Fresh off a move into new Henrico headquarters, a local tech firm announced plans to double its employee headcount in the next several years – and it could earn state incentives for doing so.
Longtime customer takes over West End plus-size consignment shop
A former CPA has found a new fit as an entrepreneur.
Virginia Beach-based taco shop folds Richmond outpost
Four years after bringing its Baja-style fish tacos and salsa to Richmond, a small Hampton Roads-based restaurant chain is heading back toward the ocean.
Local furniture restorers score new ride with impromptu entry in national contest
Two Richmond women specializing in furniture restoration are planning to convert their new sprinter van into a mobile workshop and use it to broaden their delivery schedule.
Local juice bar chain squeezing into third store location
Ginger Juice, which has locations in Richmond’s Village Shopping Center and Henrico’s Greengate, plans to add a third store in Chesterfield – while its owner is also considering franchising.
Home healthcare franchise lands in Richmond
A career change for a local transportation company manager has brought a national brand to Richmond.
Shockoe Bottom VC drops more dough, this time with Bob Dylan in mind
What began as an idea in Afton, Virginia has evolved into a local startup that’s attracted world-famous musicians as clients and caught the ear of Richmond investors.
