Sussex Development Corporation is a privately held corporation, with hundreds of years combined construction experience, spread among a close-knit Team of professionals.
Virginia Business launched its Forty Under 40 awards program in 2025 to recognize rising professional leaders across the Commonwealth, honoring 40 individuals each year for career accomplishments, leadership, and community involvement. It’s a statewide award spanning industries from healthcare to finance to law, and the 2026 class was celebrated at the Science Museum of Virginia on May 5th. Rolley Davis, President of Sussex Development Corporation, was among those honored, and honestly, it’s a recognition that fits. He’s built his career the way most good ones get built in construction: quietly, consistently, and through work that speaks for itself. Hampton Roads has no shortage of capable people in this industry, but Rolley has carved out a reputation that goes beyond just getting projects done.
Construction runs on relationships as much as it does on schedules and budgets, and that’s something Rolley has always seemed to understand. He stays close to the work, keeps things straightforward with clients, and leads the kind of team that people want to come back to. This recognition puts a public stamp on what Sussex has known for a while now. They’ve got the right person at the top.
“On May 5th I accepted the Top 40 under Forty award for the state of Virginia. An acknowledgement of hard work for 40 Virginians. I’ll admit my journey was not as significant as some of my colleagues but it was still pretty special. In case you’ve missed it, Spring of 2026 has been pretty significant for our little family and I am truly blessed in this life of mine. Thank you to all of my family for the support and opportunity provided to me. I wouldn’t be who and where I am without you all. I love you all and God bless!”
– Rolley Davis, President, Sussex Development Corporation
