Thanks and congratulations to Embody for choosing to expand in the City of Norfolk!
Embody, Inc. is a Norfolk-based medical device company developing novel collagen-based technologies for soft tissue repair. The firm will invest $5 million to expand its facilities at Innovation Research Park at Old Dominion University. The company will add 10,000 square feet to its operation to increase product research and development capabilities. The project will create 92 new jobs.
“Building Embody in the Commonwealth of Virginia and specifically within the City of Norfolk has proven to be an advantage for us,” said Jeff Conroy, Founder and CEO of Embody.
“We are grateful for Embody, Inc.’s decision to invest $5 million in its Norfolk headquarters and create 92 high-wage jobs,” said Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Cooper Alexander. “Embody’s growth within the City of Norfolk’s award winning Norfolk Innovation Corridor confirms we remain a premier destination for technology businesses.”
The Norfolk Innovation Corridor is an initiative of the City of Norfolk and the Greater Norfolk Corporation bringing together business, government, education, and other community partners to promote innovation in a 2.3 mile arc stretching from Norfolk State University to Old Dominion University through Downtown Norfolk.
Embody Website: https://embody-inc.com
Norfolk Innovation Corridor Website: https://norfolkinnovation.com
Governor Press Announcement
https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-releases/2022/april/name-930819-en.html
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