Virginia: Resources
Center for Global Electronic Commerce
The center is part of the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Tech. It primarily focuses on research involving business and the internet, and using their expertise to advise businesses in the area of E-commerce.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Global Virginia
Global Virginia is an international business and education program of the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center. Its primary goal is to equip students with the adequate skills to thrive in a global economy. However, the center also provides other services catered to state business needs. These include import/export assistance, video-conferencing capabilities, and access to trade leads.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
U.S. Export Assistance Centers Serving Virginia and the District of Columbia
The U.S. Export Assistance Center of Virginia is a branch of the Department of Commerce which specializes in helping small, to medium-sized companies, in Virginia as well as DC, develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 7, 2011
United States: Sales Representative and Distributorship Contracts in Virginia - a Lexwork International exclusive
This document covers legal issues dealing with business contract law in the State of Virginia. It has information on the topics such as ‘Freedom of Contract,’ ‘Franchise,’ and ‘Noncompete Provisions.’ Prepared by: Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 27, 2011
Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce
Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce is an Asian business advocacy organization based in Virginia. The Chamber works on behalf of more than 44,000 Asian American companies and has the dual purpose of fostering economic development in the Virginia Asian-American communities and promoting trade between Virginia and Asia.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 30, 2012
Virginia Business
Virginia Business is an online source of state business news and opinions. The website also features various multimedia links, as well as a business blog.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Virginia Department of Business Assistance (VDBA)
The VDBA is a state agency dedicated to the fostering economic growth in the state. It places heavy emphasis on small and minority businesses, and provides a variety of information resources and counseling services for their needs. Their website also offers an online chat service for users who require quick business advice.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Virginia Economic Bridge
The Virginia Economic Bridge is an organization dedicated to promoting competitiveness within the state business community. It has several service-based programs, as well as other services such as database development and management.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Virginia Economic Development Partnership was created to better serve those seeking a prime business location and to increase trade opportunities and, therefore, to foster increased expansion of the Commonwealth's economy. The International Investment Offices provide valuable information for international investors, including legal documents, location information and investment representatives.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012