Coastal Virginia Magazine and CoVaBIZ are partners with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads for the Civic 50 Hampton Roads business recognition program. The Civic 50 is a national initiative established by Points of Light…
Hi-Gloss Success
by Joel Rubin Photos courtesy of Leland Jones Here’s a true “rags to riches” story, courtesy of Leland Jones of Virginia Beach, father of three,…
Five strategies to help boost health literacy in the workplace
As the annual open enrollment season approaches, it’s crucial for the 153 million Americans covered by employer-sponsored insurance to clearly understand their health plan options.…
All in the Family
Owning and operating a family business is rewarding, but it also has a unique set of challenges. A family business often involves a commitment from…
CoVaBIZ Family-Owned Businesses: Muddy Buddy
What inspired you to start a pet wash and grooming business? I was a patron of the Muddy Buddy on General Booth Boulevard, and I…
CoVaBIZ Family-Owned Businesses: Stone4Kitchen
Can you share the story behind the founding of your business? Stone4Kitchen started as a small fabrication shop with my husband doing fabrication and installation…
From Zero to Multi-Million-Dollar Maritime Business
by Joel Rubin | Photos by Beth Hester Thank goodness Natalia turned the car around. The Wilmington, Delaware native was at a bar…
2026 Top Lawyers (2025 CONTEST CONCLUDED)
Attention all lawyers in Coastal Virginia! Nominate a top lawyer today! Nominations will take place July 14 – Sept. 5, 2025** THIS CONTEST HAS NOT…
2024 Best of Business Awards Winners
CoVaBiz Magazine’s Annual Best of Business (BOB) Awards! As we do each year, we asked CoVa BIZ readers and the Coastal Virginia business community to…
Small Business of the Year 2024
For 40 Years, The Hampton Roads Chamber and the Small Business Development Center of Hampton Roads, a Chamber affiliate, have celebrated our region’s small businesses…