A crop of startups got a taste of the shark tank as they pitched to one of the region’s corporate giants in a bid for $15,000 in grants.
Capital One sprinkles extra cash on local accelerator grads
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Recent arrival Door to Door Organics closes abruptly
A Colorado-based online grocer that arrived in Richmond through a merger this year has suddenly shut down.
VCU readies $56M Northside facility
Ahead of an early 2018 opening, the university’s healthcare system cut the ribbon last week on its newest investment in the city.
Meal-planning startup hits the ground in Richmond
As the local food delivery market grows more competitive, a new-to-town tech firm has its eye on your grocery list.
Arena Racing stalls out, for now
The potential redevelopment of the Richmond Coliseum has forced one of the aging arena’s current tenants to pump the brakes.
Home furnishings distributor adds Baltimore brand
A Midlothian-based home goods retailer is decorating its portfolio with a new acquisition.
Newsbites: Noteworthy tidbits for 11.15.17
Both UR and VCU receive multimillion-dollar grants, The Richmond Symphony announces a fundraising campaign, and a Mechanicsville shopping center breaks ground in the latest roundup.
NYC transplant launching downtown coworking space
The coworking trend is popping up in Richmond once again, this time with a concept that’s catering largely toward women.
First-time entrepreneur brings yoga and hula hooping under one roof
A new fitness studio and spa looking to treat Richmonders’ bodies and minds has opened in the city’s West End.
Locally themed retailer outfits Shockoe storefront
A local clothing seller that got its start online during the VCU “Havoc” craze is up and running in its first permanent digs.