Virginia Chamber Members Recognized for Top Internship Programs in Nation
Recently, WayUp released its list of the top 100 internship programs for 2021. These companies were selected as the 100 best internship programs in the U.S. by a panel of industry expert judges and thousands of public votes. We would like to congratulate the Virginia Chamber members recognized as part of this list and express […]
How To Get Kids Ready For In-Person School
Back to school is fast approaching, and parents at your clients’ businesses are likely already starting to think about making the transition back to a (hopefully) pre-pandemic routine. WJLA recently interviewed child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Asha Patton-Smith to get her tips for preparing kids to go back to school after over a year or virtual […]
A small business owner’s FAQ guide to offering health benefits
To a small business owner, navigating the must-have’s and the nice-to-have’s of health benefits can seem daunting. Are you required to offer health care to your staff? How much will that cost you? Do the benefits of employee-sponsored health coverage outweigh the costs? While the circumstances and specific requirements may differ from business to business, […]
Black Business Month: Celebrate & Support Black-Owned Businesses Across the Commonwealth
Black Business Month: Celebrate & Support Black-Owned Businesses Across the Commonwealth Since 2004, August has been recognized as Black Business Month. While today is the last day of Black Business Month, it is important that we continue to foster meaningful conversations, year-round, and promote initiatives that will lead to greater support for Black-owned businesses. Below […]
Virginia Promise Partnership Blog: The Business Case for Strong Child Care
By: Alexis Ehrhardt, Ed.D., President & CEO, Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce Danielle MW Fitz-Hugh, President & CEO, Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce As working parents and leaders within our local chambers of commerce, we know firsthand the importance of quality child care to supporting Virginia families and the Commonwealth’s current and future economic prosperity. […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Congressional Letter on Corporate Income Tax
August 9, 2021 Dear Virginia Congressional Delegation, On behalf of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce and its members, I want to thank you for your support in helping the Commonwealth earn recognition again this year as the nation’s top state for business. This distinction would not be possible without your assistance and willingness to maintain […]
Stafford Museum and Cultural Center and Rotary Clubs Announce Via Colori Street Painting Festival
Stafford Museum and Cultural Center and Rotary Clubs Announce Via Colori Street Painting Festival The Stafford County Museum and Cultural Center and Rotary clubs of North Stafford and Stafford are pleased to announce the inaugural Via Colori Stafford, to be held September 25 and 26, 2021 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m each day. Located at the […]
A Statement on the Civil Reserve Air Fleet Stage 1 Activation
Sunday, August 22, 2021 FORT WORTH, Texas – The U.S. Department of Defense notified American Airlines that it has activated Stage 1 of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF). Starting Monday, American will be ready to deploy three widebody aircraft to military bases and other secure transit points on the Arabian Peninsula and in Europe […]
Old Dominion Job Corps Center Students, Staff, Supporters Celebrate 10th Annual National Job Corps Commencement Day
Old Dominion Job Corps Center joined 123 Job Corps centers across the country to celebrate the 10ᵗʰ Annual “National Job Corps Commencement Day” ceremony August 18, 2021 to congratulate the Job Corps students who showed Job Corps Works! by completing the program this year. Recent Job Corps graduates employed in Virginia, employer partners, local policymakers, community […]
Fauquier Chamber of Commerce Hires a Full Time Executive Director
After a year of dealing with the ups and downs of COVID, economic uncertainty and scrambling to adapt to changes, the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the hiring of Alec Burnett as Executive Director, effective September 1. Fauquier County has a unique, diverse and prosperous business community that continues to grow. The […]
