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Our staff is eager to provide local, national and global businesses with in-depth knowledge about Chesapeake, VA, and its many economic opportunities. Get to know us by phone, in person or by completing the short form below. Either way, we’re always prepared to do business.
Chesapeake Economic Development Staff
Steven Wright, Director
Ben White, Assistant Director
Preston Wilhelm II, Senior Business Development Manager
Von Gilbreath, Senior Business Development Manager
Joan Fowler, Development Services Coordinator
Robert Moore, Business Development Representative
Angela Barber, Marketing Research Specialist/SWaM Coordinator
Bobbie Jo Whitaker, Fiscal Administrator
Monica Bass, Marketing Research Assistant
Adrienne Powell, Office Specialist II
Linda West, Office Coordinator
Missy Horton, Office Specialist I