Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Hannah Robertson-Forrest is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in grants management and business development within international trade and economic participation sectors. Currently serving as Grants Manager for the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, Hannah leads the State Trade Expansion Program, focusing on enhancing small business exports in Virginia. Prior roles include Technical Officer III and Senior Business Development Officer at FHI 360, where Hannah contributed to various grant and contract proposals and strategic initiatives. Previous experience encompasses proposal management at International Relief and Development and research coordination for the Partnership to Cut Hunger and Poverty in Africa. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and History from Northeastern University and a Political Science degree from the University of Ghana.
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), a state authority created by the Virginia General Assembly to better serve existing and new companies, to expand, locate, or increase trade opportunities, by providing confidential site selection, workforce solutions, and international trade services. Site Selection and Business Development: The team at VEDP understands the complicated demands of the site selection process and offer years of experience to help make your site selection project for new and expanding businesses run smoothly. The Partnership consists of several divisions whose combined expertise confidentially provides the resources you need to make the most informed location decision with the least amount of your time and effort. VEDP's Division of International Trade and Investment: The division works with existing Virginia companies interested in pursuing, or increasing, foreign sales opportunities, and international companies seeking a prime business location to expand or relocate their operations.