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Supplier update · November 10, 2026

Selling to Chesterfield County or its schools?

Chesterfield says it will move public opportunities and notices to a new procurement platform on January 1, 2027. The county is inviting vendors to register early. If you have a bid underway, use the instructions in that solicitation for the submission site and deadline.

Read the county’s platform notice →

Find Richmond-region public buyers →

Industries shaping Greater Richmond

Advanced manufacturing

Richmond-area manufacturers work with materials, equipment and packaging. A supplier evaluating a new process can use the Greater Richmond Partnership’s directory to find the Commonwealth Center for Advanced Manufacturing, GENEDGE and workforce training providers.

Regional advanced manufacturing resources →

Life sciences & pharmaceutical manufacturing

Richmond’s life sciences sector spans laboratory research, drug development, diagnostics and medical devices. Start with the regional industry guide to identify research partners and the Alliance for Building Better Medicine before approaching a lab or production team.

Regional life sciences resources →

Food & beverage production

For producers moving from a kitchen to larger batches, packaging and workforce training are different needs from restaurant marketing. The regional guide identifies production and research resources, including culinary and entrepreneurship programs at the Kitchens at Reynolds.

Regional food beverage resources →

Upcoming business networking

All times Eastern. Open a listing for venue, admission and the organizer’s latest details.

Lead On: strategy, vision and long-term thinkingHenrico County · Business networking

Dominion Energy–Innsbrook, 5000 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23060

A leadership workshop and networking session for graduates of ChamberRVA’s Leadership Lab and Leadership Unscripted. The audience restriction matters: this is an alumni program.

Free for Leadership Lab/Leadership Unscripted alumni only; registration closes November 11 at 3 p.m. Eastern.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Hanover Chamber Business After Hours at Fairfield by MarriottHanover County · Business networking

Fairfield by Marriott, 11625 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland, VA 23005

Meet Hanover-area business owners and professionals at an evening chamber gathering. Food and beverages are included; members and nonmembers have separate registration rates.

Early registration: members $20, nonmembers $35. Register on the chamber event page; confirm current pricing.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Hanover State of the County: On Topic Speaker SeriesHanover County · Business networking

Covenant Woods, 7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Hear county administration and economic-development updates with local business peers. This morning program includes a meal and provides context for businesses planning in Hanover.

Early registration: members $30, nonmembers $55, meal included. Register through the chamber.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Richmond LGBTQ Chamber Friendsgiving potluckCity of Richmond · Business networking

Nest Realty, 221 S Robinson Street, Richmond, VA 23220

A casual community lunch offers a less formal way to meet other Richmond professionals and neighbors. Bring a dish to share; the Chamber provides an entrée and tableware.

Free and open to everyone; organizer registration available.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Henrico Business FairHenrico County · Business networking

Henrico Sports & Events Center, 1 All Star Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Business and property owners can meet county and state resource providers in an open-house setting. A 10 a.m. panel and Spanish-English interpretation make this a practical stop for owners comparing available support.

Free. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Coffee & Community at Gold LionCity of Richmond · Business networking

Gold Lion Community Cafe, 1012 Hull Street, Richmond, VA 23224

A separately dated December session of the Chamber’s morning meetup. Members and guests can connect over complimentary drip coffee; food is sold separately.

Free to members and nonmembers; registration link on the organizer page.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

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