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Department Of Economic Development
The Department of Economic Development (DED) works to build a vibrant and equitable economy in Richmond by encouraging business investment, job creation, strategic development, long-term growth, and community well-being.
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FY 2022 Annual Report
The City of Richmond saw many economic development successes in FY 2022, including $552 million in capital investment and 2,237 new jobs associated with announced projects. Learn more in the Department of Economic Development FY 2022 Annual Report.
Department Directory
| Name | Title (Area of Responsibility) | Office Phone Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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Leonard Sledge |
Director of Economic Development |
(804) 646-7576 | Leonard.Sledge@rva.gov |
| Katie McConnell | Deputy Director of Economic Development | (804) 240-2114 | Katie.McConnell@rva.gov |
| Alecia Blackwell | Executive Assistant, Senior | (804) 646-4848 | Alecia.Blackwell@rva.gov |
| Statia Gibson | Senior Manager | (804) 646-6737 | Statia.Gibson@rva.gov |
| Rick Winston | Economic Development Programs Administrator | (804) 646-5036 | Rick.Winston@rva.gov |
| George Bolos | Economic Development Business Services Manager | (804) 646-0477 | George.Bolos@rva.gov |
| Carla Childs | Management Analyst, Senior |
(804) 646-7438 |
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| Jacquelyn Craft | Economic Development Programs Administrator | (804) 646-1823 | Jacquelyn.Craft@rva.gov |
| Tara Worden | Business Services Manager | (804) 646-0723 | Tara.Worden@rva.gov |
| Sam Earl | Management Analyst, Senior | (804) 646-4248 | Sam.Earl@rva.gov |
| Matthew Welch | Senior Policy Advisor | (804) 646-5874 | |
| Kimberly Chen | Senior Manager | (804) 646-6364 | Kimberly.Chen@rva.gov |
| Christopher Nizamis | Economic Development Programs Administrator | (804)646-4316 | Christopher.Nizamis@rva.gov |
| Yvette Preston | Real Estate Analyst | (804) 646-7737 | Yvette.Preston@rva.gov |