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, […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER NAMES LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR AND WINNERS OF LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Richmond, Virginia – Moments ago, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of the 2023 Legislator of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Awards. These awards recognize legislators for their support of the principles and initiatives outlined in the Chamber’s long-term economic development plan, Blueprint Virginia 2030. Blueprint Virginia 2030 is a plan of action to […]
2023 VIRGINIA EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE CONFERENCE CONCLUDES WITH PARTICPATION OF 500 ATTENDEES
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the 2023 Virginia Education and Workforce Conference hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, the Virginia Business Higher Education Council (VBHEC), and the Virginia Talent and Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP), concluded with participation of 500 attendees. This signature conference serves to foster meaningful discussions between Virginia’s business, education, and public policy leaders […]
Over 500 Attendees Gather for the 2023 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Conference & Virginia Values Veterans Awards Program
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the 2023 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Conference & Annual Virginia Values Veterans Awards Program, hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, the Virginia Veterans Services Foundation, and the Virginia Department of Veterans Services, concluded with the participation of over 500 attendees. In its fifth year as a co-hosted event, the annual […]
Leaders Gather in Richmond for Virginia Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the Virginia Forum on Infrastructure and Its Impact on Economic Development concluded with participation from members of the business community, Governor Youngkin’s administration, and industry experts. Leaders in infrastructure-reliant industries including energy, broadband, housing, and economic development discussed the importance of infrastructure to their regular operations, how they navigate challenges […]
STATEMENT OF VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT & CEO ON VIRGINIA’S POSITION WITHIN CNBC’S TOP STATES FOR BUSINESS RANKINGS
Richmond, Virginia – Today, CNBC released its America’s Top States for Business 2023 national rankings. CNBC’s study employs 86 metrics across ten categories of competitiveness, which are developed with input from a range of business leaders, policy experts, and the states themselves. This year’s rankings placed greater emphasis on workforce, infrastructure, and economy. Based on Virginia’s 2023 […]
Virginia Forum on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Concludes, Co-Hosted by Virginia Chamber Foundation and Fairfax County Economic Development Authority
TYSONS, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the Virginia Forum on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion concluded with participation from members of the business community, industry experts, and representation from Virginia’s many diverse Chamber’s of Commerce. Leaders from across the state gathered for a panel discussion on the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to the Commonwealth’s workforce, […]
Virginia Leaders in Business and Health Care Gather for the 2023 Virginia Health Care Conference
Virginia Leaders in Business and Health Care Gather for the 2023 Virginia Health Care Conference “Transforming Virginia’s Health Care Future” RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, the 2023 Virginia Health Care Conference concluded with participation from over 350 attendees. In its 13th year, the conference was co-hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare […]
