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 […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement of Support – Mountain Valley Pipeline Announcement
“Since MVP was announced a decade ago, the Virginia Chamber has championed the project to help meet the energy demands of working families and small and large businesses across the commonwealth. Not only is natural gas a cleaner burning fuel than other traditional energy sources, it also is an affordable, reliable heating and power source. […]
Virginia Chamber Foundation and Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association Co-Host 2024 Virginia Health Care Conference – Draws 300 Attendees
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Today, the Virginia Chamber Foundation in partnership with the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association hosted the 2024 Virginia Health Care Conference. In its 14th year, this year’s theme centered around “Healthy Communities, Strong Economy: Using Collaboration and Innovation to Grow a Community,” and brought together leading industry experts, policymakers, and members […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Centennial Anniversary – Honors 4 Virginians with Lifetime Achievement Awards
Richmond, Virginia – Founded in 1924, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce is the largest business advocacy organization in the Commonwealth, representing the interests of employers of all sizes and industries. With a mission to promote pro-business policies that strengthen Virginia’s economy and create opportunities for growth, the Chamber works tirelessly to advance the business community’s […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement of Support – Governor Youngkin’s Virginia Business Ready Expedited Permitting Program
Today, Governor Youngkin signed House Bill 1125 and Senate Bill 217, establishing a program to expedite the permitting process for transformational economic development projects in Virginia. Improving Virginia’s permitting process is a key goal of the Chamber’s strategic plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030. The permitting process is often a major contributor to delays for important economic […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement on Governor Youngkin’s Minimum Wage Veto
Today, Governor Youngkin vetoed Senate Bill 1 and House Bill 1, which would have raised Virginia’s hourly minimum wage to $15 by 2026. Although Virginia’s economy has recovered strongly from the pandemic, surpassing pre-pandemic employment levels, not all regions of the Commonwealth have experienced equal economic growth. Raising the hourly minimum wage to $15 would […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement on Governor Youngkin’s Class Action Veto
Today, Governor Youngkin vetoed Senate Bill 259 and House Bill 418, which would have created class action lawsuits in Virginia courts. The Chamber’s strategic plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030, emphasizes the importance of a strong legal climate in attracting new business, incentivizing business expansion, and promoting economic growth. If these bills were enacted into law, particularly […]
Robert Duvall, President of Virginia Natural Gas, Elected Chair of Virginia Chamber Board of Directors
RICHMOND, VA – Yesterday, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce elected Robert Duvall to serve as the 2024 Chair of the Board of Directors during the Chamber’s Annual Meeting held in Richmond, Virginia. Duvall joined the Chamber’s Board of Directors in 2016 and has served as a member of the Chamber’s Executive Committee since 2020. He has […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Partners with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield on WiseChoice Healthcare Alliance
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA– Moments ago, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced its partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia on the WiseChoice Healthcare Alliance. Joined by Governor Glenn Youngkin and key local chamber leaders from across the Commonwealth, President & CEO Barry DuVal made this significant health care announcement. Formed from a 30-year […]
14th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade Draws Attendance of Close to 600
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – This afternoon, the 14th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade, hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation and Virginia Economic Development Partnership, concluded with participation of almost 600 attendees. In its 14th year, this signature conference brought together business and policy leaders to discuss the key components necessary to compete in business climate, […]
