A new mobile marketing startup is targeting a lush market in Richmond: hungry college students.
Former Spider’s startup aims to be the ‘anti-Groupon’
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Mike Platania joined BizSense in December 2016. He covers commercial real estate, restaurants and breweries. He graduated from Virginia Tech. Reach him at [email protected] or (804) 554-6872.
Midlothian couple adds spice to startup food market
A local couple’s time on the Outer Banks was the inspiration for the latest iteration of Richmonders turning a personal recipe into a business venture.
Capital Trail eyes upgrades
Help is coming for those who have found themselves on the Virginia Capital Trail, miles from home and with a flat bicycle tire.
Booze tax bill flushed at General Assembly
Local brewers and distillers can raise a glass following the failure of legislation in the state Senate.
Innsbrook reels in NoVa tech firm
“In Richmond, you’ve got a hotbed of clients, as well as a hotbed of engineering talent,” CEO Mike Beck said. “It’s a great way for us to attract really smart talent.”
Scott’s Addition nets a well-groomed tenant
With an ice cream shop already locked in, a redeveloped mixed-use building along North Boulevard can now add a barbershop to its tenant list.
‘Hoarders’ star makes room for new Richmond startup
Richmond native Matt Paxton is putting his skills to the test with a new venture that helps de-clutter and manage the estates of the recently deceased.
Escape room chain unlocks first Richmond venue
The business model may involve customers desperately trying to get out of the premises, but it seems to be working.
New bill takes another shot at state liquor law
After being defeated a year ago, the fight against the “45 percent rule” is back in front of the Virginia General Assembly.
West End, Northside private schools plan multimillion-dollar renovations
With a combined $9 million of construction and real estate acquisitions in the works or recently completed, two local private schools are making sizable moves to expand.