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This special publication, being inserted into the Dec. 5 issue of InsideNoVa/Prince William, features profiles of 14 leaders or owners of businesses and nonprofits serving Prince William County. Profiles were written by Jonathan Hunley in cooperation with the featured organizations, and photos were taken by Tavan Smith unless otherwise indicated.
What does a cherry-flavored soda have to do with putting a roof on your home?
A lot, if you’re talking about the history of Pond Roofing & Exteriors.
The company, which serves Northern Virginia, began 60 years ago, in 1964. It was started by World War II veteran Bob Pond, who had been president of the Arlington-based business that made Cherry Smash soda, one of the largest soft drink brands in the country at one time.
Bob traded soft drinks for roofing shingles, though, and found a recipe for success that continues today. Pond Roofing has grown steadily over the decades by focusing on customer satisfaction, attention to detail and professional workmanship.
In 2000, Bob’s daughter, Betsy, took over the business, and by 2010, Patrick Readyhough merged his roofing
operation with Pond Roofing through a handshake agreement. Betsy and Pat developed a plan for him to assist in managing the company, which led to his ownership two years later.
Pond Roofing now employs a dedicated team of about 50 skilled professionals who help homeowners with roofing, windows, doors and siding.
Pat and his wife and co-owner, Cindy Readyhough, want customers to know that their company is built on a foundation of trust, quality and communication.
“We’ve been providing reliable home exterior solutions for 60 years, and we are known for our professionalism and dedication to providing a peaceful experience,” they said. “Our longevity and expertise set us apart, and we are proud to have earned the loyalty of generations of homeowners.”
They’ve also collected their fair share of memorable stories over the years.
“One recurring theme that always stands out is the interesting – and sometimes unexpected – things we find in attics,” the couple recalled. “From piles of empty beer cans left behind during the original construction to entire families of raccoons (more times than we can count!), we’ve also encountered snakes, squirrels and even bats. There’s never a dull moment up there!”
If they weren’t in the roofing and exteriors business, the Readyhoughs said they’d probably be involved in another hands-on, service-oriented industry, such as construction or home renovation.
“We’ve always had a passion for helping people improve and protect their homes, so we would likely find another way to make a positive impact in our community,” they said.
DR. GARY JONES, CEO
The word “Tomorrow” in Youth For Tomorrow isn’t just part of a familiar name in Northern Virginia. It underscores the Bristow-based nonprofit’s focus on the future of both its clients and the community as a whole.
Founded in 1986 by Hall of Fame Coach Joe Gibbs as a home for at-risk boys, Youth For Tomorrow (YFT) has expanded to an organization with three nationally accredited programs for boys, girls and families.
YFT opened its doors serving only four boys in one home. In 2003, it expanded its residential program serving teenage girls too. YFT now has 13 homes on its campus and has provided a “place to call home” for 8,628 boys and girls from 15 states and 31 countries.
While many may know about YFT’s commitment to children in crisis, it is much more than that today. The organization expanded to meet the needs in the community, and opened its
first regional office for behavioral health services in 2012. Today, YFT has seven regional offices providing behavioral health services in Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun and Fauquier counties.
“We currently have 49 therapists providing a variety of outpatient therapy, and we are projected to serve over 6,500 individual clients this year. Our clinicians tackle issues such as depression, anxiety, panic symptoms, post-traumatic stress, anger, obsessivecompulsive disorder, grief and loss, selfharm, aggression, eating disorders and attention deficits,” said Carl R. Street
Jr., YFT’s Vice President of Behavioral Health Services. “For us, the services are meeting an urgent need in the community.”
Combining residential and behavioral health services, YFT has helped over 40,000 children and families so far.
“Our programs have impacted so many young people’s lives,” said Dr. Gary L. Jones, the organization’s Chief Executive Officer. Jones added that one student put it like this: “Before I came here, I never thought I could be successful in school.”
Coach Joe Gibbs has remarked many times, “I believe there is nothing more important in life than what we leave behind in terms of how we have helped others. Years from now no one will remember who won the Super Bowl,” he said. “That’s why YFT is so important … What will last in this world is what kind of influence we have had on others.”
J.R. Deering is helping to make Northern Virginia a more colorful place – one house at a time.
The Gainesville resident has owned Pro Edge Painting since 2014, and he says he finds joy in helping a family to really make their house into a “home.”
Pro Edge Painting works with those homeowners – and Realtors, property managers and other businesses – on interior and exterior painting needs, as well as on other home improvement tasks, including wood rot replacement, molding installation, deck/fence staining and wallpaper removal.
The effort is a help to his neighbors, as J.R. has been in the Gainesville/ Haymarket area for a quarter of a century, and he loves seeing customers’ faces when he unveils a finished product.
He also understands that the painting and improvement process can be very stressful, so he says his team tries to make the experience as easy as possible.
His vision for the outfit that was voted “Best of Prince William” in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and 2024: “Ideally, we would love to see every Northern Virginia home in a fresh coat of paint.”
Pro Edge Painting is a family operation, too. J.R.’s sister-in-law is the company’s office manager, and his dad serves as operations manager.
J.R. said his crews work extremely hard to bring the project sales to life, and work extremely hard to protect the integrity of Pro Edge Painting through quality work and customer service.
He started in the drywall/painting industry in 2005 as a laborer and then
moved up to project manager and then estimator before deciding to take the lead of a business.
The painting entrepreneur and his wife, Danielle, also are dog lovers and support rescuing homeless pooches. When they aren’t working, the couple likes to travel, watch a good movie or TV show or participate in community activities.
J.R. Deering also has been golfing for many years, and he told the website Thefacesofgainesvilleva.com that if he could have lunch with anyone in the world, he would choose legendary golfer John Daly.
“If you’re a golfer, and like to have any fun, I think you would understand,” he said. “I think me and John could have pretty good time talking golf, life and having a cold beer!”
Although Dr. Zach Casagrande didn’t end up being a pilot like he thought he would years ago, he and his business have reached heights in the orthodontic world.
Casagrande opened Northern Virginia Orthodontics in February 2008 in Ashburn, and the business now has seven offices across the region, including the newest one, in Gainesville, which opened in December.
NVO is also the No. 1 Invisalign provider in North America and is driven by the demand for clear, comfortable orthodontic care. The doctors and assistants have transitioned the practice into a fully digital operation focused on Invisalign, which uses clear aligners as an alternative to braces.
Since 2019, NVO’s doctors have successfully treated the most Invisalign
patients in North America. Their team can confidently tackle any smile with Invisalign, from mild to complex malocclusions, starting with children as young as 6.
At NVO, which also offers traditional braces in clear and metal options, the entire 50-person team is dedicated to transforming smiles and lives, both inside and outside the office.
Indeed, from forming a bond with a 78-year-old patient proudly wearing Invisalign because “It’s never too late to improve your quality of life!” to seeing patients moved to tears as they share how treatment improved their smiles, confidence and happiness, the staff has experienced many unforgettable moments.
The practice also established the NVO Foundation in 2018. It’s a nonprofit dedicated to affecting others by
supporting life-saving cancer efforts and transforming the community. Casagrande and the NVO team have donated more than $1.6 million to local charities, Children’s National Hospital and the Inova Schar Cancer Institute.
In addition, Casagrande is a professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the Medical College of Virginia, where he teaches orthodontic residents. He also serves as the clinical director of Aligners for Smile Doctors, the largest orthodontic organization in the country, where he works with hundreds of Smile Doctors clinics, educating doctors and their teams on best practices and systems.
And, as if that isn’t enough, Casagrande is also the team orthodontist for the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards and Washington Mystics and treats many other area professional athletes.
While Whitlock Wealth is in the business of achieving financial goals for individuals and families, CEO Bennett Whitlock, says it’s he and the team who have been enriched by their clients and community.
Whitlock Wealth is a private wealth advisory of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC. After Whitlock graduated from Elon University with degrees in finance and economics, it took some time for him to create the practice upon which we rely today.
“After bouncing around for a few years in different jobs, I decided it was time to establish a career,” said Whitlock, private wealth advisor and managing principal of Whitlock Wealth. “I had always been fascinated by the stock market and began investing when I was in high school. I was also very entrepreneurial and wanted to build a
business that I could pass on to the next generation.”
Whitlock began as an independent financial advisor with IDS Financial Services when the industry was still in its infancy. Most investment and insurance companies were very siloed and solely focused on their own products and proprietary investments.
As the business sector evolved, Bennett was able to take advantage of the changing landscape. Having built his practice from the ground up, Whitlock expanded his team to create a full-service financial planning firm. Today, with over 30 years of experience, Whitlock Wealth has offices in Lake Ridge and Manassas and a satellite office in Bethesda, Md., with advisors located throughout Virginia and Maryland.
Powered by Ameriprise Financial, the firm offers best-in-class digital tools and
technology to serve clients nationwide.
Whitlock Wealth clients come with a variety of financial situations: whether it be preparing to confidently step into retirement, needing support after a family member has passed, or help planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Working with their clients has brought Whitlock Wealth several accolades. The firm was named to the Forbes Best-inState Wealth Management Teams list in 2023 and 2024. Whitlock received the 2024 Five Star Wealth Manager award, which recognizes those committed to helping their clients focus on longterm financial goals. He has also been consistently recognized by Ameriprise Financial as one of the top advisors in the nation earning the Circle of Success Award each year from 2010 to present, having achieved Diamond Ring status beginning in 2019.
By college, Paul Gravley knew he wanted to make a difference through nonprofit leadership.
“My entire career has been dedicated to nonprofits that make a tangible impact. I’ve had the privilege of leading organizations across various sectors, from child abuse prevention to disability services,” he said.
Gravley’s latest career move landed him at the helm of Didlake, a Manassasbased nonprofit rehabilitation services provider and employer of people with disabilities. As he celebrates his one-year employment anniversary, the nonprofit is approaching a major milestone – 2025 will mark Didlake’s 60th year of creating and promoting opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities.
Didlake’s history is deeply rooted in Manassas and unfolds in three phases: education, employment and enrichment. Founded in 1965 as the Didlake School,
the nonprofit shifted focus to employment when Congress opened free public education to students with disabilities in 1975. What started as a mailing business soon expanded to diverse job and community engagement opportunities.
Currently, Didlake employs more than 1,000 people with disabilities, primarily through federal AbilityOne Program contracts throughout the BaltimoreWashington and Greater Hampton Roads areas.
Additionally, Didlake’s rehabilitation services support over 1,500 people, nurturing inclusive communities. The Supported Employment Program connects individuals with disabilities to meaningful jobs in local businesses. Through its Day Support Programs in Virginia, Didlake offers engagement opportunities that foster social connection and skill-building.
Didlake’s story is best told by those
impacted, such as Ruth Bray, a lead custodial worker who has been with Didlake for nearly 22 years. She recently shared at an advocacy conference, “I came out of substance abuse years ago and because of the AbilityOne Program, I was able to turn my life around. I’m now at 20-plus years drug-free. This program impacted my life and made possibilities turn into realities.”
Gravley also feels he is right where he belongs. “I feel especially fortunate to be part of Didlake’s work to build inclusive communities. Eliminating barriers and creating opportunities in our communities remains as important today as it was 60 years ago.”
Didlake seeks to inspire more stories like Bray’s and is actively pursuing partnerships with businesses – from prime federal contractors to local enterprises –to help build inclusive workplaces. Learn more: didlake.org/support-our-mission/
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For Synergy HomeCare of Lake Ridge, what started as hope turned into a family-driven pursuit of providing exceptional non-medical homecare. And that, in turn, has evolved into making a difference in the lives of clients and their families.
At the heart of Synergy is family. David and Monica Conroy co-founded the company in 2020, and their daughter, Sydney, joined the team in 2023. The three share a commitment to helping others, and their journey has been shaped by experiences that have given them an even greater sense of purpose.
Monica is an Army brat and spent several years living overseas in her mother’s homeland, South Korea. David, originally from Australia, had a wake-up call in 2018 when he had
a heart attack. That sparked a lifechanging shift in his outlook, and he became ready to put his accounting and hospitality background to use in a more meaningful way.
Six months later, Monica’s mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and the Conroys were ready to pivot. They wanted something of their own, something personal and something positive. They were thrilled to open their company’s doors to offer nonmedical homecare services, with the goal of helping clients age in place and live independently and comfortably in their own homes.
From the company’s mascot, Malcolm the kangaroo, to the delicious homemade Anzac biscuits baked in the Conroy kitchen and shared with clients, caregivers and community partners,
Australian culture and values are a big part of the family identity. It’s a way of adding a personal touch to services – a little bit of “home” from Down Under to brighten someone’s day.
The Conroys’ multicultural background and blended family also help them personalize client care. Their approach isn’t just about providing care; it’s about creating connections. Whether it’s helping families navigate a new, overwhelming diagnosis or simply offering a shoulder to lean on, they believe in building relationships.
In the years to come, the Conroys hope to continue expanding the business, but their mission will always remain the same: to provide personalized care, foster a supportive environment for their team and make a lasting impact on clients’ lives.
If Todos Neighborhood Market was just a grocery chain, the story of Carlos Castro founding it would still be a good one. But the two-store operation is more than that.
It’s like a community-service agency that just happens to sell groceries.
Castro, Todos’ president and CEO, started what was then called Todos Supermarket in 1990, 10 years after he arrived in the United States from El Salvador.
“We recognized the need for a grocery store that catered to the growing Hispanic community in Woodbridge,” Castro said, “and thus, Todos Supermarket was born to serve those needs.”
That business expanded, and now it employs 212 people at two Woodbridge locations – one on Richmond Highway, the other on River Ridge Boulevard.
More than just making money, though, Castro wanted Todos to be genuinely
dedicated to the community.
“Our mission is to not only provide quality products, but also to engage with and support our local community through various initiatives and programs,” he said.
For example, Todos is proud to bolster local neighborhoods by donating to schools and churches. “We believe in giving back and helping to create a positive impact on the lives of our neighbors,” Castro said.
That extends specifically to younger neighbors. Todos offers job opportunities to teenagers to help them develop skills and gain work experience. “Our team is dedicated to mentoring young people, providing them with the tools they need to succeed in the workforce,” Castro said. Todos also works to go beyond just donating to others.
“We actively engage with local organizations to understand their needs
and find ways to help,” Castro added. That effort was particularly memorable during the pandemic.
“We made it our mission to keep our community informed, protected and well-fed,” Castro said. “We adapted quickly to ensure that our customers had access to the essentials, and the gratitude we received from the community was incredibly heartwarming.”
Castro is so well-known for being in the grocery business that it’s difficult to imagine him doing something else. But if he wasn’t in his current role, he said he would probably be managing a construction company.
Even then, though, he likely would be involved in service or advocacy work.
“Helping people and making a difference has always been my passion,” he said, “and I would seek opportunities that allow me to contribute positively to society.”
The Prince William Ice Center is tough. It even battled back from “Snowmageddon.”
The Dale City landmark opened in 1996, and RJ Zeigler, now the general manager and owner, was there beginning with the first day of business.
The center employs about 80 people, including Zeigler, who started as an instructor and then became hockey director. That job was followed by Zeigler taking over as general manager, and then, since 2020, as managing partner of Innovative Sports Management.
The facility features all the different ice sports, including hockey and figure skating. There’s also speed skating, ice theater, synchronized skating, birthday parties, lessons and public skating.
But, on Feb. 6, 2010, the ice center’s first rink collapsed in that year’s blizzard – often referred to as “Snomageddon,” “Snowzilla,” or “Snowpocalypse” – that gripped the Washington region for nearly two weeks.
InsideNoVa reported at the time that the building’s roof began sagging while skaters were still inside, but they were evacuated before the structure buckled. No one was injured, but it took a year and a half to rebuild, Zeigler said recently.
But, he added, “Now we are better than ever.”
The ice center is a state-of-the-art operation that is open to families yearround and serves more than 500,000 people a year. The sporting venture
also offers camps, clinics, tournaments, private lessons, group rentals and birthday parties.
The business is anchored with two hockey rinks – an NHL-sized rink and an Olympic-sized one – and includes a full-service cafe, an athletic training facility and a pro shop that provides equipment, apparel and skatesharpening services.
It’s one of Northern Virginia's largest ice skating complexes, and is home to the George Mason University Ice Hockey Club.
The ice center also has been home to Zeigler for almost three decades, and he said if he wasn’t working there, he still would have some kind of position in the sports management field.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas combines the historic with the modern to create a community that offers exceptional care and fosters a warm, home-like environment.
The Charlottesville-based Commonwealth Senior Living company acquired the former Caton Merchant House Assisted Living in Manassas in September 2023. It’s an 86-bed licensed Assisted Living and Memory Care community that employs 70 associates and experienced leaders.
Executive Director Jasmine Montgomery has over 14 years of experience in the healthcare industry, and Resident Care Director Brenda Mckendry and Maintenance Director Frank Herndon each have worked at the community for more than 26 years.
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Manassas also boasts extensive historical significance. It was originally established on the grounds of what was the Annaburg Estate, owned by Robert Portner, a Prussian entrepreneur and brewer from Alexandria. The Annaburg mansion was turned into the Manassas Manor Nursing Home by 1964 and then sold to the former Prince William Hospital in 1979.
Demolition of two outbuildings on the property made way for the creation of Caton Merchant in 1986. Mae Shortt Merchant, a member of the Prince William Hospital board, honored her late husband, Wilson Caton Merchant, by naming the Assisted Living facility after him. Wilson Merchant served as a fundraising chairman for the hospital until his passing in 1983, and an oil painting of him still hangs at Commonwealth Senior Living.
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Manassas also aims to maintain an engaging, welcoming setting. With the use of data-driven insights in a personalized experience portal, TSOLife, all team members in the community are given the necessary tools to provide personalized care. Residents can enjoy farm-to-table dining, engage in enriching programs, and cherish time with friends. And the state-of-the art Sweet Memories Memory Care neighborhood just opened in September 2024.
The larger Commonwealth Senior Living company was founded in 2002 and provides Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care to seniors across Connecticut, Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Commonwealth has grown strategically through acquisitions, renovations and expansions, becoming one of the largest senior living operators on the East Coast.
From running into burning buildings to installing new roofs over them, Samuel F. Fullerton Jr.’s journey is one of transformation and dedication.
Born and raised in Prince William County, Fullerton spent his early years helping his father in the construction business. After serving as a professional firefighter and emergency medical technician, Fullerton turned his attention to the roofing industry, founding Summit Roofing Contractors Inc. in 1982 at the age of 24.
Today, Summit Roofing stands as one of Northern Virginia’s largest and well-respected roofing companies, headquartered in Manassas and serving the entire Washington metro area. With a team of about 40 employees – spanning three generations of the Fullerton family – Summit offers a
comprehensive range of services. From installing new roofs and performing repairs to handling siding, replacement windows and gutters. Summit is a trusted name for delivering high quality and value in both residential and commercial projects.
“We are most proud of our longtime dedicated employees and staff,” Fullerton said, noting that many team members have been with Summit for over 25 years. Their commitment to high- quality work has helped the company deliver lasting value to many thousands of satisfied homeowners in Northern Virginia over the years.
The accolades are plentiful. Summit Roofing has been named “Best Roofing Company” in Prince William by InsideNoVa readers multiple times and was honored by the 112th Congress for
its contributions to disabled veterans and housing initiatives in Northern Virginia. Fullerton himself maintains active memberships with many Building Industry Associations.
Beyond the job site, Summit Roofing invests deeply in its community. The company has supported countless youth sports teams, school events and charities, including Habitat for Humanity, Catholic Charities, Project Mend-A-House, Prince William Hospital Foundation, Prince William Red Cross and HomeAid National Capital Region. Their sponsorships reflect Fullerton’s enduring commitment to the county that shaped him.
From firefighting to roofing, Fullerton’s story is a testament to hard work, family values and service to both customers and the community.
What started with one pastor tasking a small group within his congregation to develop a unique community service project has blossomed into a Retreat that helps thousands of Warriors... near and far.
In 2006, the vision to create a “taste-ofhome” Christmas celebration for service members undergoing treatment at what is now Walter Reed National Military Medical Center was born. Church members John and Shirley Dominick expanded this concept (along with many helping hands over time) by taking their message to military hospitals around the National Capital Area.
In 2012, the idea was to create a dedicated place where recovering veterans could take a break from their medical treatment. Over the next two years, more than 1,000 people and in-kind donations from 120 contractors and building suppliers helped transform a large, aging house on 37
acres of land into a beautiful retreat.
Since 2015, Willing Warriors has hosted about 2,500 Warriors and their families at the Retreat, consisting of two homes and a Grand Lodge for accommodations. Warriors and their loved ones are welcome for a five-night stay with access to many helpful programs.
Willing Warriors’ mission is to provide cost-free retreat stays and other programs that positively impact the lives of the wounded, ill and injured military service members and their families. It is a place where these heroes and their families can come to relax, spend quality time together and reconnect.
All this is made possible by the ever-growing coalition of individuals, businesses, corporations and other organizations that continue to engage in support of the mission of service. This collective effort is a testament to the power of community and the support for veterans.
Willing Warriors offers more than programs centered around education and recreational activities to help Warriors and their family members return to rebuilding their lives. Career counseling, entrepreneurial, financial literacy and job-skill training are examples of assistance. Some programs focus on the social and emotional well-being of participants.
Willing Warriors partnered with Mighty Oaks for a Post Traumatic Stress program that provides peer-to-peer sessions to promote healing and resiliency. Also, the organization encourages and educates the next generation through The Summer Student Leadership Challenge called “The 9:57 Project.”
The Warrior Retreat at Bull Run is long-lasting, and its impact is never lost to veterans. To capture one Warrior's experience: “Thank you for caring for us. Thank you for supporting us.”
Vinyl-Lite: A Legacy of Quality and Innovation in Window Manufacturing
The Bouchery family’s legacy in the home improvement industry began in 1936 when William Bouchery founded his own business. This marked the start of a tradition of craftsmanship that led to the creation of VinylLite, a trusted name in vinyl window manufacturing.
In the 1950s, William’s son, James, took over the business and expanded its scope. However, the pivotal moment came in 1978 when James and his sons, Mike and Wayne, relocated from New York to Virginia. They shifted their focus to energy-efficient windows, launching Vinyl-Lite Window Factory and embracing a new era of home improvement.
Since its founding, Vinyl-Lite has been a leader in producing replacement and new construction windows, emphasizing energy efficiency. As energy costs rise, the company’s dedication to reducing energy consumption has become even more vital. Vinyl-Lite offers a range of windows designed to lower energy bills and ensure a perfect fit for every project. All windows come with a lifetime warranty, providing homeowners with long-term peace of mind.
What began as a small family business in New York is now in its third generation of ownership. Today, Wayne’s son, Sean, and Mike’s sons, Michael and Matthew, continue the legacy, bringing fresh ideas
and a commitment to excellence. Along with a skilled team, they strive to uphold the values that have defined Vinyl-Lite for decades.
“We are proud of the company we’ve built,” said Sean Bouchery. “Our goal is to keep innovating with energy-efficient windows and help homeowners save on their energy bills.”
As Vinyl-Lite moves into its next chapter, the future is bright. With a strong family foundation, commitment to sustainability and focus on quality, the company is ready for the fourth generation. Vinyl-Lite has consistently delivered reliable products that enhance homes’ beauty and energy efficiency, ensuring that the Bouchery family’s legacy will continue to thrive for many years.
The air show was Bobbi Sample’s favorite.
When Sample, general manager of The Rose Gaming Resort, worked at Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin, Md., just outside Ocean City, she especially enjoyed her company’s sponsorship of the Ocean City Air Show.
The pilots and crew were always so generous with their time and attention with the attendees, Sample said recently. Each year, she saw more female pilots and crew members, too. It was heartwarming to watch them take pictures with the young girls who would come to see them.
“There are a lot of rewarding things about the job that I have, but one of the most rewarding is knowing that there are girls and young women that see those pilots or see me in my role and know that
they have the opportunity to do whatever interests them in life,” she said. “There is no limit to the possibilities.”
A lot of people in Dumfries see great possibilities with having The Rose in town as well.
The $460 million facility promises to be Northern Virginia’s premier gaming and entertainment destination, offering a variety of amenities, including 1,650 historical horse racing machines, eight restaurants and bars, 102 hotel rooms, live entertainment and a multi-story parking garage.
More than 500 people eventually will work at The Rose and at the smaller Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, which will remain open in the Triangle Shopping Plaza. Currently, The Rose employs 408 team members, and 61 team members work at Rosie’s.
Local hiring was prioritized for those jobs. About 100 of them are supervisor positions and pay $20 an hour or more. Non-tipped hourly employees make at least $15 an hour, and about 200 others are “tipped” workers who make $9 to $14 an hour.
The Rose, which held its grand opening Nov. 7, also will pay gaming taxes, hotel and meals taxes, business property taxes, and real estate taxes, estimated to total about $35.5 million a year.
The operation is committed to continued local investment. Since 2021, Rosie’s has contributed $400,000 in money and in-kind donations to partners and nonprofits through the Rosie’s Gives Back program. As part of another partnership, The Rose has committed $2 million toward the design of a new community center in Dumfries.
