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 […]
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 […]
