Virginia Community Capital has opened a new office in downtown Norfolk, Va. to enhance its lending capability throughout Virginia. The first loan made through the office will be to Conte Acquisitions, LLC, which will receive the innovative capital they need for a multi-tenant retail building. Thresa Joyce, senior vice president and senior loan officer, will lead the opening of the office. Ms. Joyce has over 20 years of experience in the financial and commercial real estate industries. Jane Henderson, VCC’s President and CEO stated, “VCC is very pleased to announce the opening of our new office in Hampton Roads. We are looking forward to expanding our presence in this region, helping more people and more communities.”