Michael Thompson

Spa chain books new spot in Midlothian

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The owner of a Carytown massage and skincare shop is finally stretching into the suburbs with a new location planned for the upcoming Wegmans shopping center.

Cookie company slides into new VCU shop

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After taking over the storefront of another late-night cookie delivery rival, a local startup is up and running in prime territory for hungry VCU students.

Finance startup raises its own $2.2M in funding

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With an investment from three well-known businessmen’s firm in the bag, a firm that facilitates capital raises online is working on its own fundraising efforts.

UVA grads launch fitness studio in West End

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Adding another name to the growing list of barre group fitness gyms, a pair of friends recently kicked off classes in a West End shopping center.

Family launching new restaurant near Innsbrook

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The former manager of a Shockoe Bottom restaurant and bar is starting up his own California-influenced venture in Innsbrook next month with help from family.

Ledbury launches Patterson shirt shop

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The Shockoe Bottom shirt maker has opened a second storefront on Patterson Avenue after acquiring a longtime clothing company over the summer.