Richmond, VA Est. 1994

The Greater Richmond Partnership is the regional economic development organization serving the City of Richmond and the counties of Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico. GRP works with domestic and international companies to identify, evaluate and successfully establish or expand operations in Greater Richmond by providing market intelligence, site selection assistance and strategic business support.


Greater Richmond has emerged as one of the East Coast's premier destinations for advanced manufacturing and innovation. The region is home to The LEGO Group's first U.S. manufacturing facility—a transformational investment exceeding $1 billion—as well as Sabra's flagship production campus, the world's largest hummus manufacturing facility. The Richmond MSA is also rapidly establishing itself as a hub for advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, anchored by Eli Lilly's multibillion-dollar investment. Complementing these industry leaders is a diverse economy that includes 12 Fortune 1000 headquarters, a nationally recognized financial services sector, expanding technology and data center operations, and a strategic East Coast logistics network, making the region an ideal location for both domestic and international companies pursuing growth in the U.S. market. 

What We Do Best

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 GRP provides confidential site selection assistance, workforce and market data, real estate support, business recruitment and regional economic development services to companies considering expansion or relocation in Greater Richmond, Va.  

What Sets us Apart

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 Our regional approach combines deep local market knowledge with concierge-level support and data-driven insights, helping companies make informed location decisions while connecting them with the right public and private partners. 

Industries & Clients Served

  

Greater Richmond has emerged as one of the East Coast's premier destinations for advanced manufacturing and innovation. The region is home to The LEGO Group's first U.S. manufacturing facility—a transformational investment exceeding $1 billion—as well as Sabra's flagship production campus, the world's largest hummus manufacturing facility. The Richmond MSA is also rapidly establishing itself as a hub for advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, anchored by Eli Lilly's multibillion-dollar investment. Complementing these industry leaders is a diverse economy that includes 12 Fortune 1000 headquarters, a nationally recognized financial services sector, expanding technology and data center operations, and a strategic East Coast logistics network, making the region an ideal location for both domestic and international companies pursuing growth in the U.S. market. 

Executive Spotlight

Jose Romano, Executive Vice President, Business Development

Jose Romano leads business development efforts for the Greater Richmond Partnership, helping companies identify opportunities for expansion and relocation in the Richmond Region. With more than 15 years of experience in economic development and site selection, he has worked across both the public and private sectors, supporting projects that have generated more than 35,000 jobs and over $10 billion in capital investment. Jose has served multiple state economic development organizations and corporate clients and was recognized as one of Consultant Connect's Top 50 Economic Developers in North America.

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Success Snapshot

 CoStar Group sought a location that could support the company's long-term growth with access to exceptional talent, an urban environment and strong public-private partnerships. Working alongside state and local partners, GRP helped facilitate the company's continued expansion in Downtown Richmond, resulting in a $460 million corporate campus that will accommodate up to 4,000 employees. The investment has become a catalyst for the riverfront's transformation, spurring complementary mixed-use development, new entertainment venues, restaurants, housing and renewed momentum throughout Downtown Richmond.

Perspective

 Talent availability continues to be the defining factor in corporate location decisions, alongside increasing demand for resilient infrastructure, speed-to-market and ready-to-develop sites.

 Companies are navigating an increasingly complex site selection landscape shaped by evolving public policy, changing economic conditions and heightened community expectations. Beyond traditional factors like talent, infrastructure and operating costs, successful projects increasingly depend on stakeholder alignment, community engagement and the ability to secure local support while maintaining project timelines.  

Recognition

 Jose Romano was named one of Consultant Connect's Top 50 Economic Developers in North America (2024). .