Press Releases

Statement on Cancellation of Job-Creating Atlantic Coast Pipeline Project

July 6th, 2020

Virginia Chamber of Commerce Statement on Cancellation of Job-Creating Atlantic Coast Pipeline Project RICHMOND, VA –Following today’s announcement that the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) project and the thousands of well-paying jobs associated with the project will not be moving forward, Virginia Chamber President and CEO Barry DuVal issued the below statement: Energy is a vital resource for […]

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Press Release: Virginia Chamber Releases “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” Plan

June 10th, 2020

Press Release: Virginia Chamber Releases “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” Plan  More than 1,000 Virginia business community members surveyed to develop “Blueprint” of best practices and recommendations to ensure consumer confidence and worker safety.  RICHMOND, VA – Earlier today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) released its “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity

June 5th, 2020

PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity RICHMOND, VA – Today, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced it is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on a national initiative to address inequality of opportunity. The Virginia Chamber will join the U.S. Chamber’s national town hall event on June 25 where business and community leaders […]

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Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Face Covering Mandate

May 29th, 2020

Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Face Covering Mandate RICHMOND, VA –Following Governor Northam’s announcement of Executive Order 63 and information stated during the press conference concerning the Virginia Department of Health’s authority to revoke a business’s license for non-compliance, Virginia Chamber President and CEO Barry DuVal issued the below statement: “As businesses continue to adapt to […]

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Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Actions to Veto Legislation Vital to Small Businesses

May 20th, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                          May 20, 2020 Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Actions to Veto Legislation Vital to Small Businesses  RICHMOND, VA –Following the announcement of Governor Northam’s action to veto Senate Bill 861, which would have provided small businesses with a vital resource to lower health care costs, Virginia Chamber President and CEO Barry DuVal […]

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Virginia Chamber celebrates 25th Anniversary of Fantastic 50 recognizing small, fastest growing companies

May 1st, 2020

  PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber celebrates 25th Anniversary of Fantastic 50 recognizing small, fastest growing companies RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has announced the names of the 2020 Virginia’s Fantastic 50. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Fantastic 50 program is the only statewide awards program of its kind which honors the fifty […]

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VIRGINIA CHAMBER LAUNCHES “BLUEPRINT FOR GETTING VIRGINIANS BACK TO WORK” INITIATIVE

April 30th, 2020

VIRGINIA CHAMBER LAUNCHES “BLUEPRINT FOR GETTING VIRGINIANS BACK TO WORK” INITIATIVE  Business community asked to provide best practices and input to ensure consumer confidence and worker safety. RICHMOND, VA – Earlier today, Virginia Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Barry DuVal announced the launch of the “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” initiative – a […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber and SCHEV Announce Partnership to Expand Access to Work-Based Learning Opportunities for Students

February 24th, 2020

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                    February 24, 2020 Contact: Nicole Bunce n.bunce@vachamber.com PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber and SCHEV Announce Partnership to Expand Access to Work-Based Learning Opportunities for Students RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – More college and university students will have the opportunity to participate in work-based learning opportunities under a new partnership between the Virginia Chamber Foundation (VCF) […]

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Paige Clay, Mercer Managing Partner, Elected Chair of Virginia Chamber of Commerce

January 24th, 2020

PRESS RELEASE January 24, 2020 Paige Clay, Mercer Managing Partner, Elected Chair of Virginia Chamber of Commerce 12 new members join Chamber leadership on the Board of Directors RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia Chamber of Commerce elected Paige Clay to serve as the Chair of the board of directors at the Chamber’s annual meeting on January 23 […]

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Virginians for Employee Free Choice Coalition Working to Preserve Right-to-Work Law

January 24th, 2020

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 23, 2020 Virginians for Employee Free Choice Coalition Working to Preserve Right-to-Work Law   RICHMOND – Virginians for Employee Free Choice announced its formation today during Chamber Day at the Capitol, the annual gathering of business leaders and regional chambers of commerce during the General Assembly Session. Virginians for Employee […]

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