One of Richmond’s most prominent executives abruptly resigns, plus a local bank gets two new board members.
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.
In black, but no one’s mourning
The first quarter of 2012 marked Bank of Virginia’s first profitable quarter since 2009.
Richmond firm cracks Fantastic 50
Of the 50 fastest growing companies in the state, only one is based in Richmond, according to a list released last week by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
Brink’s locks horns
The multimillion-dollar parting package paid to an outgoing Richmond executive has led to bickering between the company and an investment research firm.
Monday Q&A: Get a grip
After stints at Altria and as a legal recruiter, a 33-year-old lawyer and Richmond native found himself daydreaming about the golf course and a fishing boat. His exit strategy combines the two.
CVB ditches the 10-K to save $100K
A local bank is taking advantage of a new federal law to save time, money and mountains of burdensome paperwork.
Oil boom
Fueled by a new round of work on the BP oil spill settlement, Shockoe Bottom-based BrownGreer is hiring 800 people in 18 temporary offices in five states.
Trading Day: Inside the SEC filings for 4.26.12
More pay packages for local bankers are disclosed this week, plus some local executives cash in on big-dollar stock options.
Parting can be such sweet severance
The pending $40 million acquisition of a local bank will bring a payday for more than just the bank’s shareholders.
The R&D Dept.: Local Patents for 4.25.12
A local inventor is trying to patent a new type of grip for golf putters. And for all those menthol cigarette fans out there, Philip Morris has a new patent just for you.