The company’s expansion will boost local economic development and create 20 new jobs with an average salary of $65,000.
A Virginia Beach company’s expansion will enhance its ability to deliver cutting-edge medical equipment, supplies and simulation technologies on a national level. BMK Ventures Inc., will break ground on its new corporate headquarters in Virginia Beach 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 1245 Perimeter Parkway.
The 40,000-square-foot facility in Corporate Landing business park will serve as headquarters for assembly, warehousing and distribution. BMK is investing $6.95 million and will create 20 new jobs with an average salary of $65,000.
“We are proud to see a homegrown company like BMK Ventures expand and continue to invest in the Virginia Beach community and its veterans” said Amanda Jarratt, Virginia Beach deputy city manager. “We look forward to a strong continued partnership with BMK.”
BMK — a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in medical simulation systems, training solutions and procurement services — currently operates from 1112 Jensen Drive, Suite 101. BMK brings mission-critical solutions to U.S. military, federal agencies, first responders and medical institutions.
Guest speakers include Pete D. Campbell, CEO of BMK Ventures, and Virginia Beach Mayor Robert M. “Bobby” Dyer. Together they will underscore the significance of public-private cooperation in boosting local economic development and innovation.
“By expanding our footprint in Virginia Beach, we deepen our ability to deliver cutting-edge medical equipment, supplies and simulation technologies to our military and first responder customers,” Campbell said.
“By partnering with Virginia Beach Economic Development and Rudolph Construction, we are building a state-of-the-art facility that will create jobs for veterans and enhance our capabilities to support our warfighters.”