Richmond’s Largest Corporations

With the strategic location of Richmond at the intersection of two important interstates, combined with the existence of the world’s only triple crossing of rail lines and the Great Turning Basin for Boats; it is only natural  that this region grows to become a commercial hub.

Leading Industries and Companies

1.      Law and Finance – Finance and Law have been major contributors the economy and market for jobs in Richmond. The region is home to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and to one of the thirteen United States Courts of Appeals. In addition to this, Richmond also houses one of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks in the United States. 

Multi-Nationals such as CapitalOne, Genworth Financial and Philip Morris USA have also set shop in this city. Top law firms in the city include – Hunton & Williams, Williams Mullen, and McGuideWoods. 

2.      Advertising & Media - Besides Law and Finance, Richmond jobs are also being dominated by the advertising agencies and media related businesses. Named the U.S. Agency of the year in 2009 – The Martin Agency sits in this city. 

3.      Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals - A quickly developing sector, the Virginia Bio Technology Research Park has been one of the primary reasons behind the boost of this industry. Acting as an incubator facility for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, this park is a source to a range of R&D jobs in Richmond. For example, Philip Morris USA opened a development facility here in 2007 – which today employs an estimated number of 3,000 engineers, technicians and scientists. 

Fortune 500 Corporations in Richmond 

Named as the third best city in United States for business opportunities in the year 2007; the city ranks right after Minneapolis and Denver for the potential it has to offer. Today, the city consists of six Fortune 500 companies such as the likes of Owens & Minor, Genworth Financial, Dominion Resources, MeadWestvaco and the Altria Group. 

The Headquarters of Altria Group moved from New York to Richmond only about half a decade ago; hereby attesting the potential the city has to offer for new businesses as well as established larger corporations. A consistent performer in terms of employment opportunities, Richmond is home a range of opportunities.