100 People to Meet in 2026: Hosts - Virginia Business

NATHANAEL ‘NATE’ HARRIS

GENERAL MANAGER, GREATER RICHMOND CONVENTION CENTER, RICHMOND

Nate Harris took charge of the largest exhibition and meeting facility in Virginia, the 700,000-square-foot Greater Richmond Convention Center, in September 2024. With 15 years of experience, he’s no stranger to venue management or Central Virginia, having previously worked as general manager at the Virginia State University Multi-Purpose Center in Ettrick.

Since taking on his new role, Harris has overseen the completion of two capital projects — the installation of a self-service pay system in the convention center’s parking deck and an escalator upgrade — and is focused on additional upcoming improvements, like another escalator upgrade and a new roof.

In 2026, the convention center is expected to host nearly 200 events, attracting more than 430,000 attendees, up from around 350,000 this year. And Harris says his focus will be on “enhancing the client and guest experience through strategic facility upgrades and service innovations, helping position the greater Richmond region as a leading destination in the commonwealth’s growing travel and tourism landscape.”

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