Business in brief: Nov. 17, 2025

Startup Virginia, a Richmond-based business incubator credited with supporting nearly 20,000 entrepreneurs across Central Virginia, is expanding its footprint into Henrico County. The organization announced Nov. 13 that it will launch new stage-specific incubator programs and open a second location as part of the new Henrico Innovation Hub at 4912 Augusta Avenue (adjacent to Willow Lawn) – its first physical presence outside the City of Richmond. The expansion is backed by a $1.47-million GO Virginia state grant as well as match funding from the Henrico Economic Development Authority, Richmond Economic Development, and several corporate partners. The new initiatives are designed to guide entrepreneurs throughout their journeys – from their initial ideas to full-scale growth. They'll also provide support for accessing capital, according to officials. Read more about the business here.

NOVA of Virginia Aquatics recently unveiled its second-floor expansion at the NOVA Regency Aquatics Center, officially adding 29,000 square feet of space at the facility that includes seating on three sides for a total of 1,000 people. Construction on the new second floor began in January. In addition to the new seating, the expansion also includes an expanded Virginia Swim Shop and a 180-person community room that will host workshops, nonprofit events, and educational programs. The Regency facility –formerly home to a Macy's store – opened in 2021 as a partnership between NOVA and Henrico County. Read more about the facility here.

Bon Secours last month opened a new urgent care center in Eastern Henrico – its 11th such center in Metro Richmond. The new location at 4835 South Laburnum Avenue began accepting patients in mid-October. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic is designed to help expand health care access for residents and families seeking same-day treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, according to company officials. Walk-in appointments are available, and patients also have the option to reserve a spot online. The approximately 4,200 square-foot location offers eight treatment rooms large enough for visitors to be present with a patient, as well as on-site x-ray, flu care and labs. Read more about the center here.

Colliers International recently announced the following lease transactions in Henrico County: Talk Work Heal – leased 1,676 SF at 2200 Pump Road (Gray Bryant and John Carpin represented the landlord); Bon Secours—Richmond Health System, LLC – leased 11,760 SF at 1604 Santa Rosa Road (Austin Makepeace, Malcolm Randolph and Catherine Walker represented the landlord).

Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer recently announced the following lease transactions in Henrico County: Direct Mail Works – leased 18,000 SF of industrial space at Richmond Logistics Center, Building D, 4301-4333 Carolina Avenue (Brian Felton represented the tenant); Galls, LLC – renewed its lease of 7,050 SF of industrial space at Dabney III, 2112-2122 Tomlynn Street (Evan Magrill represented the landlord); Carytown Tobacco – renewed its lease of 3,150 SF of retail space at 7601 West Broad Street (Alex T. Wotring and Bruce Bigger represented the landlord).

QLife Residential will hold a hiring event for direct support professionals (DSPs) on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Virginia Career Works, 121 Cedar Fork Road. Attendees will have the chance to submit applications for first, second or third shift DSP positions and be interviewed, possibly receiving an employment offer on the spot. The Henrico Center is on GRTC Bus Route 7. Free parking and the entrance are located at the back of the building. Click here for details or email HR@QLife.care.