2014 has arrived and we at Virginia's Gateway Region are already in motion working with our communities and partners to share the value proposition of the best business location in America.  Many choose this time to look back on what was, and but we are truly focused on future opportunities and excited about the potential of what we have yet to achieve as a region.

I am excited about this year and look forward to implementing many new initiatives to support job creation efforts for the region. We have many new partners and many wonderful long time actively engaged partners. You are all part of the Gateway team and you need to know the organization could not have a significant impact regionally without your leadership and support. 

Thank you for your dedication to creating prosperity and economic vibrancy for the region. I look forward to working side-by-side to make our region even better! The team at VGR is committed to making 2014 the best year ever.