NORFOLK, VA – The Virginia Port Authority (VPA) Board of Commissioners today selected Sarah J. McCoy as the next chief executive officer of The Port of Virginia®. She has been serving as interim CEO and executive director since January 2026.
The announcement was made by Board Chairman Bill Kirk at a special meeting of the VPA board. The board gave unanimous approval to the resolution appointing McCoy as the VPA’s next leader.
“We spoke to many very capable and experienced leaders inside and outside the maritime industry across the globe” Kirk said. “We are very fortunate to have the best candidate for the job right here at the VPA. Sarah is an experienced and perceptive business leader and has the vision and skillset to lead The Port of Virginia into the next decade as we continue our work to make the Commonwealth of Virginia the best place to locate your business.”…