MEET THE AUTHOR

James Lum
James is a sustainable food advocate, a freelance writer, marketing consultant, and regular contributor to Richmond Grid magazine.

Dayberry Should Be A Household Name
Drew Dayberry, founder of Roaring Pines, proprietor of it’s late Union Hill storefront, and secret web-developer, is on to his next big thing. His eponymous brand of “shaker-style” brooms may

On The Mend
The Mending Project, a traveling art installation by artist, Lee Ming Wei, is entering it’s final month of exhibition at VCU’s Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), but it’s mark won’t

Redefining the Modern Meeting Place
If you’ve ever been inside a corporate conference room, you know it’s not the most inspiring of environments. Much the opposite, in fact, it oftentimes feels like a stagnant suck

Creating A Better Future Through Food
Real Local RVA is in the midst of their origin story. Three years in, and they’ve created a robust group of independent, like-minded businesses and advocates that are invested in

Handyma’am Goods Looks Toward Expansion
Local workwear brand, Handyma’am Goods, recently launched a Kickstarter campaign in order to return to production on their flagship garment: The Coverall. Designed specifically for women, Handyma’am has been filling

Distinguishing Richmond
Moto Richmond, formerly Scoot Richmond, is looking to make an impact. The Manchester based motorcycle dealership recently organized the local Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride (DGR); a worldwide benefit sponsored