Averett University and LifeSpire Sign Partnership Agreement
DANVILLE, Va. (June 7, 2019) — Averett University and LifeSpire of Virginia today launched the first-ever educational partnership for LifeSpire. Averett University President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks and LifeSpire of Virginia’s CEO Jonathan Cook signed an agreement that includes a three-pronged partnership between the school and LifeSpire’s continuing care retirement communities. The partnership allows […]
Vandeventer Black LLP Launches New Hemp and Cannabis Law Practice
Norfolk, Va. (June 4, 2019) – Vandeventer Black LLP, a business and litigation law firm headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, launched a new Hemp and Medical Cannabis law practice. This practice will focus on helping businesses face the complex federal, state, and local laws governing the cultivation, processing, dispensing and sale of cannabis, cannabis-derived products, and […]
SEC places in Equipment Operator’s Rodeo
Held May 10-11 at Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Va., the 17th Annual Gaff-n-Go Lineman’s & Equipment Operator’s Rodeo attracted hundreds of co-op friends, family members and spectators who watched more than 150 line workers from six states ply their trade in a friendly yet competitive environment. Fifteen Southside Electric Cooperative (SEC) personnel competed in […]
Over 156,000 Jobs Saved By Defeating Anti-Business Legislation in 2019
The Virginia Chamber Works Collaboratively with Pro-Business Legislators to Defend Virginia’s Economic Climate, Save Jobs, and Prevent Billions of Dollars of Increased Financial Burden on the Business Community Richmond, VA – This morning, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the results of their analysis of the potential negative fiscal impact of anti-business legislation put forward […]
Virginia Chamber and Virginia FREE Announce 2019 General Assembly Candidate Interview Schedule
Earlier today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce and Virginia FREE announced they will be conducting candidate interviews to support active and increased engagement between candidates and the business community during the 2019 election cycle. Following the conclusion of the June 11th primaries, the two organizations will be conducting interviews in complimentary styles to provide a […]
Averett University and Piedmont Community College Partner in Sociology/Criminal Justice Articulation Agreement
DANVILLE, Va. (May, 29, 2019) — Averett University President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks and Piedmont Community College (PCC) President Dr. Pamela G. Senegal today signed an articulation agreement and a community educational partnership agreement between the two schools in order to make the transfer process to Averett smooth for graduates of PCC. These two agreements […]
Northwest Federal Opens New Branch in Historic Downtown Middleburg
Herndon, Va. (May 23, 2019) – Northwest Federal Credit Union recently opened its second branch in Loudoun County, Virginia, in the heart of the historic Town of Middleburg. The grand opening celebration was attended by representatives of the Loudoun County and Dulles Regional Chambers of Commerce, the Middleburg Town Council, and local businesses. Jeff Bentley, […]
Vandeventer Black’s Jennifer L. Eaton Honored as 2019 Taylor Reveley Award Recipient
Norfolk, VA (May 23, 2019) – Vandeventer Black is pleased to announce that attorney Jennifer L. Eaton received the Taylor Reveley Award from William & Mary Law School at this year’s Graduation Ceremony. “We are proud of Jenny as she exemplifies the ideals upon which this firm has thrived. We are happy she received this […]
Virginia Premier Recognized for Hiring Female Military Veterans
Richmond, Va. (May 17, 2019) — For the second year in a row, the Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) has presented an award to Virginia Premier for its “outstanding commitment” to the hiring of women veterans of the U.S Armed Forces. Of 134 large-size companies nominated for their participation in the Virginia Values Veterans […]
Vandeventer Black LLP Listed as the Largest Maritime Law Firm in Virginia
NORFOLK, VA (May 21, 2019)– The dynamic business and litigation law firm, Vandeventer Black LLP, was recently listed in the top position of the Virginia maritime law firm’s list for 2019 by Virginia Business Magazine. With an seasoned team of maritime attorneys, including 15 members of the Maritime Law Association of the United States, the […]
