Startups

A new chief executive is taking the wheel of a for-hire car service that runs its vehicles on used restaurant grease. And the company’s new driver has plans to boost its fleet, services and capital.

During a quick stop in Richmond, a traveling investor made a quantifiable economic impact on Monday, giving away $100,000 to an upstart West End financial firm.

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.

A web review startup for the trucking industry is ramping up its operations with a new partnership and a $2 million capital goal.

VCU’s annual startup pitch competition wrapped up last week, and an onion-chopping device and Scott’s Addition mushroom farm took home the top prizes.

The used car company opened a new location in Virginia Beach this month and has big plans to expand its concept across the country.

What started as bringing lunch in to co-workers has developed into a meal delivery service whose founder hopes to capitalize on a growing trend in the industry.

A new shop in the West End is cashing in on regrettable spring break decisions and bad breakups with a tattoo removal and skin care service.

An Innsbrook insurance shopping website has teamed up with Google as the tech giant rolls out its own quote comparison venture.

Entrepreneurs gathered at the Capital One campus on Thursday for Venture Forum RVA’s annual startup summit.