The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) was awarded the Top Economic Development Project of 2024 by the Virginia Economic Developers Association (VEDA). The award was presented on December 5 at the Winter Membership Meeting in Richmond, VA.

The VEDA Top Project Countdown Awards are designed to highlight the vast number of exciting projects throughout Virginia that create a positive impact on the surrounding community. The award was judged on community impact and overall creativity, encouraging imaginative and original video submissions.

In its entry, the DOEDT highlighted Caesars Virginia, a project exceeding $750 million in investment. The video featured a spoof of the Griswold Family’s “Vegas Vacation” with a cast of local Dewberry employees, as they explored various locations throughout Danville, including The Bee Hotel, the Historic Schoolfield District, Caesars Virginia, and the Dan River.

VEDA is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization for individuals with a professional interest in economic development in Virginia. VEDA works to advocate through public policy initiatives, educates through professional development programs, and supports the career path of economic development professionals.

To view the submission and learn more about Caesars Virginia, click here: https://youtu.be/JQ9YF_Ge_FM