Statement of Barry DuVal on the passing of former Lieutenant Governor John Hager
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Barry DuVal, President & CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement on the passing of former Lieutenant Governor John Hager. “Virginia has lost a true statesman. During my time as Secretary of Commerce and Trade, I had the privilege of working closely with Lieutenant Governor Hager and saw […]
PRESS RELEASE: 600 Attendees Gather Virtually for 2020 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Conference & Annual Virginia Values Veterans Awards Program
PRESS RELEASE: 600 Attendees Gather Virtually for 2020 Virginia Veterans and Military Affairs Conference & Annual Virginia Values Veterans Awards Program Policymakers, Industry, and Military Leaders from Across the Commonwealth Participate in Key Discussions on Strengthening Virginia as the Place to Call Home for Military and Veteran Families. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Moments ago, The 2020 […]
Statement on Cancellation of Job-Creating Atlantic Coast Pipeline Project
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 […]
Press Release: Virginia Chamber Releases “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” Plan
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 […]
PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity
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 […]
Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Face Covering Mandate
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 […]
Virginia Chamber Statement on Governor Northam’s Actions to Veto Legislation Vital to Small Businesses
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 […]
Virginia Chamber celebrates 25th Anniversary of Fantastic 50 recognizing small, fastest growing companies
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 […]
VIRGINIA CHAMBER LAUNCHES “BLUEPRINT FOR GETTING VIRGINIANS BACK TO WORK” INITIATIVE
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 […]
PRESS RELEASE: Virginia Chamber and SCHEV Announce Partnership to Expand Access to Work-Based Learning Opportunities for Students
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) […]
