Michael Thompson

Menswear brand pins down Richmond HQ

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The journey to create a hip workspace at non-Big Apple prices has brought a growth-hungry men’s fashion brand from Manhattan to Scott’s Addition. It’s the second high-end clothier to set up shop in Richmond in recent years.

Compost carrier expands its network

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After 25 years in the garbage industry, the owner of a local company took a chance on compost. Now his business is nearly doubling its client list and opening more offices around the state.

Ledbury builds its repertoire

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In its latest alteration to retail options, the Shockoe Bottom clothing company has begun offering custom shirts. And its owners have plans for new products and a second location.

Payment app takes on RVA restaurants

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A startup that lets customers pay restaurant bills through a mobile app is hitting the Richmond restaurant scene, and a handful of local businesses have already signed on.

Scott’s Addition draws downtown architects

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Joining a growing number of businesses in the largely industrial neighborhood, a 10-year-old architecture firm left its downtown office in favor of a new Louis Salomonsky development in Scott’s Addition.

Startup tackling yard work with website, app

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Two former neighbors are taking on spring chores with an Uber-like mentality – they’ve launched a website that connects people in need of lawn care with those willing to do the work.