A VCU graduate launched his startup armed only with a pair of pliers and 10,000 discarded bottle caps.
Startups
Startup claims space for reclaimed lumber
A company that turns wood found in old barns and houses into flooring, wall paneling, cabinets, doors and more is moving into a 100,000-square-foot warehouse.
Entrepreneur’s vision: Surfin’ RVA
After two years and dozens of investor meetings, Walter Bennett is close to starting his dream of bringing an endless summer to Hanover County.
Startup wins $10,000 in seed money
A restaurant review service that wants to take on Yelp got a big boost in an annual competition.
Workout brand wants you to go 9 rounds
A new franchise wants to fight its way into the crowded Richmond fitness market.
Startup competition field is whittled to 14
In two weeks, one local startup will be $10,000 richer.
Fro-yo startup wants you to go bananas
When it comes to the Richmond frozen yogurt market, one local entrepreneur knows that it’s a jungle out there.
Startup helps homeowners see the logic
The owners of a Shockoe Bottom startup want to make sure that no homeowner ever wastes 20 minutes hunting for a dishwasher manual again.
Group names Entrepreneur of the Year
Some of Richmond’s top female entrepreneurs were honored Thursday by a local business association.
Produce startup adds a fresh location
Richmond’s farm bus is making a stop on the Southside.