VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES COMMONWEALTH FUSION SYSTEMS TO VIRGINIA
RICHMOND, VA – Virginia Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Barry DuVal today released the below statement in response to Commonwealth Fusion Systems selecting Virginia as the site for its multi-billion-dollar investment. The company plans to build the world’s first grid-scale commercial fusion power plant in Chesterfield County. “This is a monumental day for Virginia’s […]
VIRGINIA SELECTED BY BUSINESS FACILITIES AS 2024 STATE OF THE YEAR
RICHMOND, VA – Business Facilities today announced that Virginia has been named the 2024 State of the Year, the highest honor bestowed by the publication. This is the second occasion that Virginia has won in the past four years and the third instance overall. This prestigious award recognizes Virginia’s strong business-friendly environment, including legislation and […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STATEMENT ON GOVERNOR YOUNGKIN’S VIRGINIA BUSINESS READY SITES PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT
This afternoon, Governor Youngkin announced an additional $50 million to support the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP). VBRSP is a discretionary program to promote development and characterization of sites to enhance the Commonwealth’s infrastructure and promote its competitive business environment. VBRSP was developed by a team of state, regional, and local stakeholders including VEDP, […]
15TH ANNUAL VIRGINIA ECONOMIC SUMMIT & FORUM ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE DRAWS CROWD OF OVER 500 BUSINESS LEADERS
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – This afternoon, the 15th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade, hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, concluded with more than 500 business and economic development leaders from across the Commonwealth in attendance. This signature conference featured speakers and a series of panel […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Names 2024 Legislative Award Recipients
Richmond, Virginia – Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2024 Legislative Awards. These awards recognize members of the General Assembly for their support and advocacy of the recommendations outlined in the Chamber’s long-term strategic plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030. Blueprint Virginia 2030 seeks to ensure the Commonwealth strengthens and secures its position […]
2024 Virginia Education and Workforce Conference: Strengthening our Workforce and Economic Future through Innovative Partnerships
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – This afternoon, the 2024 Virginia Education and Workforce Conference concluded, bringing together over 400 educators, employers, policymakers, and thought leaders to showcase successful business-education partnerships along the education-workforce continuum. These collaborations are essential for building vibrant communities, developing talent pipelines, and enhancing Virginia’s economic future. Co-hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, VCF […]
2024 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Executive Forum and Virginia Values Veterans Awards Draws Crowd of 500 Attendees
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Today, the 2024 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Executive Forum & Annual Virginia Values Veterans Awards Program, hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, Virginia Department of Veterans Services, and the Virginia Veterans Services Foundation, concluded with the participation of over 500 attendees. In its sixth year as a co-hosted event, the morning forum […]
VIRGINIA FORUM ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND ITS IMPACT ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DRAWS CROWD OF 300 IN WILLIAMSBURG
WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the Virginia Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development concluded with a crowd of 300 participants. In its second year, this event brought together key leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders to explore the crucial role of infrastructure in driving economic development. The event, hosted by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Foundation […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT & CEO TO RETIRE IN 2025
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – At this week’s Virginia Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee meeting in Richmond, Barry DuVal announced his plans to retire as President & CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce in early 2025. He was born and raised in Virginia and grew up in Newport News. Barry DuVal served as Mayor of […]
STATEMENT OF VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT & CEO ON VIRGINIA’S POSITION AS CNBC’S TOP STATE FOR BUSINESS RANKING
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Barry DuVal, President and CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement regarding Virginia’s recognition as “America’s Top State for Business” by CNBC. “Virginia’s ranking as the Top State for Business reaffirms our conviction that Virginia is the premier state for business. It highlights our strong education system, availability of […]
