2026 NextGen Awards
Welcome to the 2026 CoVaBIZ NextGen Awards! The CoVaBIZ NextGen Awards recognize and celebrate the dynamic and successful young professionals who are making waves and making a difference in our Coastal Virginia community. CoVaBIZ Magazine is seeking amazing NextGens impacting their industries and their communities. We’re looking for young stars in every sector: technology, health care, professional services, […]
2026 Powered By Women
SPONSORED CONTENT Success is powered by leadership, and in businesses across our region, women are leading with insight, strength, and determination. The following profiles showcase businesses and professionals who are shaping industries, driving growth, and making a lasting impact. Their stories—shared in partnership with the companies featured—reflect the talent and entrepreneurial spirit that fuel our […]
NIL Deals
SPONSORED CONTENT Coastal Virginia is home to major colleges and universities such as Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, Virginia Wesleyan University, the University of Virginia, and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. These institutions boast impressive sports programs, creating a fertile ground for partnerships between college athletes and local businesses. Thanks to the evolving […]
Pixel Financial Group
SPONSORED CONTENT With her purple hair and blue jeans, Misty Leinberger, CPA, MBA doesn’t look like a typical accountant and her company, Pixel Financial Group, is hardly a typical accounting firm. Pixel, located in Chesapeake, specializes in small businesses with a commitment to clear-cut communication. While her informal appearance lends itself to Pixel’s hassle-free style, […]
The Breeden Company
SPONSORED CONTENT Christine Gustafson, Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations at The Breeden Company, exemplifies the power of women in leadership. With over 20 years of experience, Christine has been pivotal in shaping the company’s marketing and communication strategies. Her expertise spans brand management, advertising, and community engagement, driving The Breeden Company’s reputation as […]
1700 Brewing Company
1700 Brewing Company is a nano brewery, 100% Military Vet-owned and operated. Since they brew in small batches, there are always a variety of styles in rotation. They serve everything from traditional styles to experimental brews.
Saluting our Veterans: Cox Communications
SPONSORED CONTENT Cox Communications is a family-owned company committed to creating more meaningful moments of human connection through technology. They are the largest private broadband provider in the United States. A career with Cox Communications has been described as a “natural” fit for many Armed Forces Veterans. What is it about your culture that’s so […]
City Center at Oyster Point Thrives with Business and Community
A Brand-New Headquarters, Thriving Hotel, Tons of Successful Businesses, Restaurants, Shops and More—Everyone Wants to be a Part of This Dynamic Development Oyster Point has always been a hotbed of business and a prime place for economic development in Newport News. The success of the once modest business park, coupled with the location’s ideal road […]
Downtown Norfolk is a Great Place to Live and Work
Founded in 1682 and incorporated in 1736, Norfolk is one of the oldest cities in Coastal Virginia and is currently the second most populous city in the entire Commonwealth of Virginia, behind only Virginia Beach. Bordered on one side by the Elizabeth River and another by the Chesapeake Bay, Norfolk’s natural harbor was the perfect […]
The White Papers
white pa·per (noun): A white paper is an authoritative report or guide that informs readers concisely about a complex issue.