Virginia Chamber Names Hall as New President and CEO
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Brad N. Hall as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a national search. He will assume the position on June 29, 2026. Hall succeeds Keith Martin, who has served as Interim CEO since August of 2025. Keith will remain with the Chamber […]
Chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg Graduates the Class of 2026
Media Contact: Gretchen Rusden Marketing & Communications Manager marketing@fxbgchamber.org 540-373-9537 Chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg Graduates the Class of 2026 FREDERICKSBURG – The Chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg program graduated its nineteenth class during a May 15th ceremony at the Fredericksburg Country Club. The 2026 class was led by five faculty with extensive experience with leadership development and training: Dr. […]
VCEDA Grant Will Assist in Workforce Development Of Two UVA Wise Pilot Programs
Hospitality and Tourism; Culinary, Restaurant, Event Management Programs Planned WISE, VA – MAY 19, 2026 – An up to $230,016 grant from the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority (VCEDA) will be used for workforce development and training for Hospitality and Tourism Management and Culinary, Restaurant and Event Management trainee pilot programs at the University of Virginia’s […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER LAUNCHES STATEWIDE “KEEP VIRGINIA OPEN” CAMPAIGN HONORING BUSINESS COMMITMENTS
Statewide effort focuses on Virginia’s business climate and long-term investment outlook ahead of the budget vote RICHMOND, Va., May 19, 2026 — As General Assembly budget conferees work toward an upcoming vote, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce today launched “Keep Virginia Open,” a statewide campaign focused on the Commonwealth’s track record of honoring commitments to businesses. […]
EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Mid-Atlantic finalists
Entrepreneur Of The Year® Mid-Atlantic is part of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® program, a global competition celebrating dreamers, builders and visionaries shaping the future of business. This year’s 34 EOY Mid-Atlantic finalists are building tomorrow’s economy today. Together, they’ve grown revenues by an average of 29%, generating nearly $5b and employing 12,000+ people […]
Bryant & Stratton College Opens New Richmond – Chesterfield Campus to Expand Healthcare Workforce Pipeline
NORTH CHESTERFIELD, Va. — Bryant & Stratton College has opened a newly relocated Richmond – Chesterfield Campus designed to expand access to career-focused education and help address the growing demand for healthcare workers across Central Virginia. The new 53,000-square-foot facility, located at 101 Gateway Centre Parkway, will accommodate hundreds of future healthcare professionals and is […]
Mary Washington Healthcare Offers Mitral Valve Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair using the MitraClip™ System
Marketing & Communications 1340 Central Park Blvd., Suite 210 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Ph: 540.741.1412 Fax: 540.741.1511 www.mwhc.com Innovative and Minimally Invasive Treatment Expands Advanced Heart Care in Fredericksburg Fredericksburg, VA, (May 13, 2026) – Mary Washington Healthcare has expanded its advanced cardiovascular services with the introduction of the mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) using the next‑generation MitraClip™ system, a […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Honors Business Leaders at 35th Annual Awards Gala
Media Contact: Gretchen Rusden Marketing & Communications Manager marketing@fxbgchamber.org 540-373-9563 FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce was pleased to award local businesses for their successes, entrepreneurial spirit, and community commitment at the 35th Annual Awards Gala, “A Night at the Museum,” held Friday, April 24th at the Fredericksburg Country Club. Featuring immersive displays […]
Spring Fever 5K Raises More Than $24,000 for Stafford Hospital and Community Health Programs
Stafford, VA, (April 28, 2026) – Runners and walkers of all ages gathered Saturday, April 11, on the Stafford Hospital campus for the 2026 Spring Fever 5K Run/Walk and Kids ½‑Mile Fun Run, an annual community tradition benefiting Stafford Hospital. The event attracted 457 registered participants and raised more than $24,000 to support critical programs, the purchase […]
Virginia Chamber Foundation Hosts Second Annual Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum
RICHMOND, VA—March 12, 2026—The Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with Atlantic Union Bank, hosted its second annual Virginia Women’s Leadership Forum today at the Altria Theater. This forum, held during Women’s History Month, gathered nearly 300 business and community leaders for a day of leadership dialogue, policy insight, and meaningful networking focused on advancing women […]
