Richmond, Virginia, United States · On-site
$165k–$190k/yr
Position Overview VEDP seeks a Vice President of Existing Business Engagement to serve as a senior leader responsible for driving existing corporate engagement, business retention and expansion, workforce alignment, afte…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Economic Development, Workforce Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Executive Communication
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Lead the Regional Talent Solutions and Business Outreach team to drive corporate engagement, business retention, and workforce alignment across Virginia. Serve as the lead executive for identifying business needs and connecting companies to strategic resources and talent solutions.
Requires at least 10 years of progressive experience in economic development, workforce strategy, or public policy with a track record of leading statewide initiatives. Must possess strong executive communication skills and the ability to build high-value partnerships across government and business sectors.
Position Overview
VEDP seeks a Vice President of Existing Business Engagement to serve as a senior leader responsible for driving existing corporate engagement, business retention and expansion, workforce alignment, aftercare to new businesses to Virginia and market-responsive solutions. Reporting to the Chief of Talent and Workforce Strategy, this role leads VEDP’s Regional Talent Solutions and Business Outreach team, which cultivates and strengthens relationships with Virginia businesses, translates business insights into actionable strategies, and fosters cross-sector partnerships that advance the Commonwealth’s economic priorities. The Vice President ensures that Virginia companies can access the talent, workforce, and resources needed to expand, compete, and invest.
This role operates at the intersection of economic development, workforce strategy, education alignment, industry engagement, and public-sector collaboration. The Vice President must combine strategic leadership, operational rigor, analytical judgment, and people management to execute high-impact initiatives, strengthen organizational performance, and oversee a broad portfolio of concurrent priorities. This position requires a commercially-minded leader who can coordinate delivery with internal and external partners.
The Vice President serves as VEDP’s lead executive for identifying business needs across the Commonwealth’s regions and industries, converting employer insights into strategic action, and connecting companies to solutions. The Vice President is expected to continuously improve how the organization delivers value to existing employers and the Commonwealth to support Virginia’s standing as the Top State for Talent and the Best State for Business.
Core Responsibilities
Qualifications
Success Measures
The Vice President will be evaluated on the ability to deliver measurable business and organizational results, including:
Leadership Characteristics
Compensation
Salary range: $165,000-$190,000. Salary commensurate with experience.
References and Background Information
It is VEDP’s policy to complete an extensive background and reference check of candidates. Once strong mutual interest has been established, candidates are asked to provide a list of references that should include, but not be limited to, a supervisor, peer, subordinate, and client/stakeholder reference, as applicable. Candidates will be asked to sign an authorization to release information for the purpose of background investigation, which may include verification of education, credit check, criminal, and driving records. Should an offer be extended prior to the completion of these checks, the offer will be contingent on successful completion of the reference and background checks.
Application Process
Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. VEDP uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship.
All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vedp.org/careers. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. A valid Virginia driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport is required. Application deadline: July 31, 2026.
VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VEDP’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or [email protected]. TDD 1-800-828-1120.
VEDP serves expanding & new businesses through assistance for site selection, workforce solutions & int’l trade services
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), a state authority created by the Virginia General Assembly to better serve existing and new companies, to expand, locate, or increase trade opportunities, by providing confidential site selection, workforce solutions, and international trade services. Site Selection and Business Development: The team at VEDP understands the complicated demands of the site selection process and offer years of experience to help make your site selection project for new and expanding businesses run smoothly. The Partnership consists of several divisions whose combined expertise confidentially provides the resources you need to make the most informed location decision with the least amount of your time and effort. VEDP's Division of International Trade and Investment: The division works with existing Virginia companies interested in pursuing, or increasing, foreign sales opportunities, and international companies seeking a prime business location to expand or relocate their operations.
Offices: 901 E Cary St, Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
VEDP serves expanding & new businesses through assistance for site selection, workforce solutions & int’l trade services
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), a state authority created by the Virginia General Assembly to better serve existing and new companies, to expand, locate, or increase trade opportunities, by providing confidential site selection, workforce solutions, and international trade services. Site Selection and Business Development: The team at VEDP understands the complicated demands of the site selection process and offer years of experience to help make your site selection project for new and expanding businesses run smoothly. The Partnership consists of several divisions whose combined expertise confidentially provides the resources you need to make the most informed location decision with the least amount of your time and effort. VEDP's Division of International Trade and Investment: The division works with existing Virginia companies interested in pursuing, or increasing, foreign sales opportunities, and international companies seeking a prime business location to expand or relocate their operations.
Offices: 901 E Cary St, Richmond, Virginia 23219, US
