Joined RVA757 Connects: 2026

Daniel B. Heatwole is the chief executive officer and a partner at Ripley Heatwole Company Inc., a real estate development company based in Virginia Beach.

He is responsible for overseeing the company’s operations with a specific focus on development and growth. His responsibilities include purchase contracts, negotiations, project design review, project feasibility, financial analysis, due diligence matters, zoning approvals, permits, and ongoing project coordination.

Heatwole is well versed in Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) applications and syndication; loan underwriting and placement; and municipal policy considerations and design.

He serves on the board of directors and executive committee of the Virginia Beach Division of the Hampton Roads Chamber and served as the 2023 chair. He is a member of the board of directors of Virginia Beach Vision. He is the current president of the Central Business District Association (CDBA) of Virginia Beach where he serves on the executive committee and the board of directors.

Heatwole graduated from Virginia Tech in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management, and a Minor in Business.