Michael Schwartz

Michael Schwartz is the editor of Richmond BizSense, and covers banking, lawsuits, finance, M&A and golf. He can be reached at [email protected] or 804-855-1037.

Trading Day: Local SEC filings for 12.19.13

A changing of the guard at a local REIT. A new set of directors at Richmond’s biggest bank. And some end of the year insiders sales.

Firm gives bank third star in three years

Continuing its comeback streak, a local bank that was once among the lowest rated financial institutions in the state has taken another step up.

The R&D. Dept.: Local patents for 12.18.13

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Two local Fortune 500s in the patents this week. Plus VCU, a Shockoe Bottom pharmaceutical company and two locals get a patent for a wheelbarrow.

Trading Day: Local SEC filings for 12.12.13

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A new six-figure employment contract for a local bank CEO. Plenty of end-of-the-year sell-offs by local insiders. And a downtown firm closes on a $1 billion deal.

Accounting firm snaps up 2 local businesses

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Amid a move from the suburbs to downtown, a South Carolina-based accounting firm struck a pair of deals to accelerate its growth in Richmond.

Doughnut shops ready to run again

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Shuttered since September as a result of a legal battle, four local Dunkin’ Donuts shops are reopening under new management.