Henrico EDA director Romanello to step down in January

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After six years at the helm of Henrico’s economic development efforts, Anthony Romanello is preparing to move on.

The executive director of the Henrico Economic Development Authority submitted his resignation last week to the EDA’s board. He intends to stay on the job until mid-January while a search for a new director is conducted.

Romanello said Friday he’s making the move to pursue other interests, such as teaching and writing. The 55-year-old is currently an adjunct instructor for Virginia Tech’s local government certificate program, which he co-leads with Hanover County Manager John Budesky.

“I’ve been in public service 34 years. I love to write; I love to teach. I’m thinking about maybe doing something outside of government,” Romanello said, a