Looking to LAUNCH more high-tech spinoffs from downtown Roanoke Gene Marrano October 31, 2023 1 min read Melendez VT photo A Virginia Tech employee who came aboard one year ago is working across all the Tech-related campuses to help create new spinoff businesses – and high-tech jobs that can retain and attract talent. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia ranked 9th in highest student loan debt paymentsNext: AAA warns to be safe this Halloween Related Stories 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025 4 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by double digits; Jones now trails Miyares Clark Palmer October 30, 2025 1 min read 9th annual Sherwood Memorial Park’s Run for Donuts 5K returns to Salem Saturday Web Staff October 30, 2025