Greater Richmond Region

Greenwave Technology Solutions' Scrap App Expands to Richmond, VA Market as it Continues to Capture Market Share

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Monday, March 4, 2024

CHESAPEAKE, Va., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc. ("Greenwave" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: GWAV), a leading operator of metal recycling facilities in Virginia, North Carolina, and Ohio, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Scrap App, Inc. ("Scrap App") is now serving the Richmond Metropolitan Area, the third largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Scrap App is also available in the Hampton Roads, VA and Cleveland, OH markets. Greenwave has generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue from end-of-life vehicles purchased through Scrap App.

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  • Scrap App is also available in the Hampton Roads, VA and Cleveland, OH markets.
  • Greenwave has generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue from end-of-life vehicles purchased through Scrap App.
  • Scrap App has adopted the lean startup methodology, expanding primarily utilizing the cashflows it generates from operating activities.
  • Greenwave intends to utilize its expansive expertise in the $41.4 billion metal scrap industry(2) to develop Scrap App into an industry-leading technology platform.

Capital Square Names Industry Veteran Jay Olander as President & CFO

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Monday, March 4, 2024

An established leader in the real estate industry with expertise in the REIT and multifamily sectors, Olander brings over 40 years of proven expertise to Capital Square.

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  • An established leader in the real estate industry with expertise in the REIT and multifamily sectors, Olander brings over 40 years of proven expertise to Capital Square.
  • "I am thrilled that Jay Olander, our colleague and friend, has joined the senior leadership at Capital Square," said Louis Rogers, founder and co-chief executive officer of Capital Square.
  • With his depth of experience, we aim to expedite the path Capital Square is on – to make Capital Square the best real estate company in the nation."
  • Prior to joining Capital Square, Olander was an independent director of Capital Square Apartment REIT, Inc. and the managing partner of Cornerstone Realty Advisors, LLC.

Drucker + Falk Earns Multiple Honors at Annual VAMA | CVA RAMMY Awards

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drucker + Falk (DF), one of the nation's most prominent multifamily management companies, was recently recognized at the 2024 RAMMY awards for its hard work and dedication to the multifamily industry. Each year, the Central Virginia Apartment Association hosts the RAMMY Awards to recognize the efforts of both apartment professionals and apartment communities in the Greater Central Virginia Area that have had an impact on the industry in that region. This year's award ceremony took place Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center and award categories included Best Online Reputation, Best Community Team, and recognition of individual leasing professionals to name a few.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drucker + Falk (DF), one of the nation's most prominent multifamily management companies, was recently recognized at the 2024 RAMMY awards for its hard work and dedication to the multifamily industry.
  • Each year, the Central Virginia Apartment Association hosts the RAMMY Awards to recognize the efforts of both apartment professionals and apartment communities in the Greater Central Virginia Area that have had an impact on the industry in that region.
  • - Andrew Chisholm, Director of Multifamily Management at Drucker + Falk
    Drucker + Falk had five wins total with two team members earning distinct recognition for their performance over the past year.
  • The list of highly coveted honors included:

Biostax Announces a Director Appointment of Influential Business Leader Craig Suro

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Orlando, FL, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biostax Corp (OTC Pink: BTAX) (“Biostax”), a hub and spoke biotech development engine, announces the appointment of Influential Business Leader Roger “Craig” Suro.

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  • Orlando, FL, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biostax Corp (OTC Pink: BTAX) (“Biostax”), a hub and spoke biotech development engine, announces the appointment of Influential Business Leader Roger “Craig” Suro.
  • Renowned Virginia native, Mr. Suro, has emerged as a driving force in the realms of business innovation, public policy, and community revitalization.
  • In welcoming Mr. Suro, the Company’s CEO, Noreen Griffin, remarked, "We are thrilled to have Craig join our team.
  • With a legacy marked by innovation, collaboration, and community empowerment, Craig Suro continues to shape Virginia's future.

Floor & Decor Announces Grand Opening of Chesterfield, Virginia Store

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Floor & Decor (NYSE: FND), the leading high-growth retailer specializing in hard-surface flooring for homeowners and professionals, has announced the grand opening of its second store in the Richmond Metropolitan Area, with the addition of its newest location in Chesterfield, Virginia.

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  • Floor & Decor (NYSE: FND), the leading high-growth retailer specializing in hard-surface flooring for homeowners and professionals, has announced the grand opening of its second store in the Richmond Metropolitan Area, with the addition of its newest location in Chesterfield, Virginia.
  • In celebration of Giving Tuesday on the 28th, Floor & Decor has partnered with University of Richmond to encourage consumers to donate to Toys for Tots.
  • PROs can visit www.Flooranddecor.com/chesterfieldpro to RSVP and register to win $10,000 and other great prizes like Floor & Decor gift cards and more.
  • In addition, the Chesterfield Floor & Decor store will give away a $5,000 Floor Makeover and two University of Richmond VIP Basketball Packages as part of its grand opening festivities.

CoStar Group Partners With Feed More for Thanksgiving Giveaway and Food Drive

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Monday, November 20, 2023

CoStar Group employees worked alongside Feed More, a food bank that collects, prepares and distributes food to neighbors in need across 34 cities and counties in Central Virginia, to provide more than 500 turkeys, 500 produce boxes, and 500 nonperishable boxes to Richmond families ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Key Points: 
  • CoStar Group employees worked alongside Feed More, a food bank that collects, prepares and distributes food to neighbors in need across 34 cities and counties in Central Virginia, to provide more than 500 turkeys, 500 produce boxes, and 500 nonperishable boxes to Richmond families ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
  • The event was organized by CoStar’s Black Excellence Network and Women’s Network and brought together 50+ volunteers as well as the company’s partners at Feed More.
  • The giveaway event was the culmination of CoStar Group’s seasonal food drive in Richmond, which ran through November 10th and collected over 2,000 lbs.
  • CoStar is committed to uplifting the entire Richmond community and is deeply committed to helping those in need.

Beer Institute Names Andrew Heritage as Chief Economist

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Monday, November 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Beer Institute, the oldest national trade organization representing the beer industry, announced it named Andrew Heritage as chief economist.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Beer Institute, the oldest national trade organization representing the beer industry, announced it named Andrew Heritage as chief economist.
  • “I’m excited to bring together my love for beer and economics as I lead the Beer Institute’s research efforts and help tell the story of this wonderful beverage," said Andrew Heritage.
  • “Andrew's deep and relevant experience will be instrumental in allowing the Beer Institute to continue to provide best-in-class insights and consumer trends for our members and drive results for the beer industry.”
    Before joining the Beer Institute, Heritage was senior economist at the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), lead economist at Thumbtack, and a senior policy analyst at the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
  • For additional updates from the Beer Institute, visit our website , follow @BeerInstitute on Twitter, like the Beer Institute on Facebook , and follow the Beer Institute on Instagram .

Biostax Announces the Appointment of Ms. Mary Clay Caperton to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Orlando, FL, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biostax Corp (OTC Pink: BTAX) (“Biostax”), a hub and spoke biotech development engine, announces the appointment of Ms. Clay Caperton to its Board of Directors.

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  • Orlando, FL, Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Biostax Corp (OTC Pink: BTAX) (“Biostax”), a hub and spoke biotech development engine, announces the appointment of Ms. Clay Caperton to its Board of Directors.
  • In her remarkable career, Ms. Caperton has demonstrated exceptional prowess as a fundraising professional, showcasing an unwavering passion for aiding not-for-profit organizations in realizing their missions.
  • Early in her career, Ms. Caperton served as the Assistant Marketing Manager for the Richmond Braves, the AAA Franchise of the Atlanta Braves.
  • Noreen Griffin, CEO of Biostax, stated, “I warmly welcome Ms. Caperton to our esteemed Board of Directors.

Model Tobacco Lofts in Richmond Wins 2023 Excellence in Construction Award

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Saturday, November 4, 2023

RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Model Tobacco Lofts, a new adaptive reuse apartment community in Richmond, was selected as the 2023 overall winner of the Honor Award for Historic Restoration by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Virginia at their annual Excellence in Construction Awards.

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  • Model Tobacco Lofts, a new adaptive reuse apartment community in Richmond, was selected as the 2023 overall winner of the Honor Award for Historic Restoration by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Virginia at their annual Excellence in Construction Awards.
  • RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Model Tobacco Lofts, a new adaptive reuse apartment community in Richmond, was selected as the 2023 overall winner of the Honor Award for Historic Restoration by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Virginia at their annual Excellence in Construction Awards.
  • Teamwork and cooperation between general contractors, specialty contractors, and material suppliers are prerequisites for building excellence into any construction project.
  • Harrison Company, Model Tobacco Lofts is an adaptive reuse apartment community converted from a former tobacco factory and is considered the flagship for the ongoing revitalization of the Richmond Highway corridor.

Haig Partners Served as the Exclusive Sell-Side Advisor on the Sale of Mercedes-Benz of Richmond and Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Haig Partners LLC served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Rod McGeorge on the sale of Mercedes-Benz of Richmond and Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian, located in greater Richmond, Virginia, to Murgado Automotive Group.

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  • Haig Partners LLC served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Rod McGeorge on the sale of Mercedes-Benz of Richmond and Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian, located in greater Richmond, Virginia, to Murgado Automotive Group.
  • The McGeorge family of dealerships has been serving the Richmond, Virginia area for more than 60 years.
  • Initially formed as The David R. McGeorge Car Company as a used car dealership, the family acquired Mercedes-Benz of Richmond in 1955.
  • McGeorge Toyota, which was recently sold to Graham Ourisman Automotive, was added in 1968, and Mercedes-Benz of Midlothian was awarded to the McGeorge family in 2003.