Women in Public Affairs to Know: Nicole Barranco, Volkswagen Group of America
This interview is part of a series on “Women in Public Affairs to Know,” by the McGuireWoods Consulting Women in Public Affairs initiative. To learn more about the initiative or recommend a woman for a future interview, please visit our website Nicole Barranco is the Senior Director of State Government Relations for Volkswagen Group of America, […]
Memorializing George Floyd: UMW Board Passes Resolution, President Seeds Scholarship
In its June 10 meeting, the Board of Visitors of the University of Mary Washington unanimously passed a resolution declaring solidarity with the family of George Floyd and the scores of protesters who are making their voices heard. “We stand with the thousands in our country and around the world, including members of the Mary Washington community, […]
Free UMW Course Turns COVID-19 Inside-Out
Political leaders and health experts who communicate the impact of COVID-19 to the public are just like anyone else. Some hit the mark. Some don’t. Understandable terms, relatable ideas and the confident presentation of useful information are key to delivering a successful message, said UMW Professor of Communication Anand Rao. And competent public discourse during […]
Governor Announces UMW Board of Visitors Appointments
The Virginia Governor’s Office today announced the appointment of Charles S. Reed Jr. ’11 of Sterling to the University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors. In addition, Sharon Bulova of Fairfax and Edward B. Hontz of Stafford have been reappointed to second terms on the board. The appointees will serve four-year terms, which will expire […]
Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation’s Diaper Drive Provides Over Three Months’ Supply to NOVA Diaper Bank
Herndon, Va. (June 5, 2020) – NWFCU Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Northwest Federal Credit Union, has continued its efforts in spite of COVID-19. In the Foundation’s most recent effort, over 35,000 diapers and pull-ups were delivered to the Northern Virginia Diaper Bank on May 21, 2020, bringing the total to over 50,000 diapers since […]
Virginia Chamber of Commerce Weekly COVID-19 Update
In April, I announced the launch of the Virginia Chamber’s “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” initiative. The goal of this business-led effort is to quickly provide guidance on how to safely re-open the Virginia economy. Since this announcement, the Virginia Chamber has conducted a series of surveys, hosted roundtable discussions, and facilitated other […]
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 […]
Virginia Chamber Releases “Blueprint for Getting Virginians Back to Work” Plan
Currently, our country and our commonwealth face two crises at once: a health crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic and an economic crisis due to the shutdown of business in response to the pandemic. Ideally, we would end the economic crisis by ending the health crisis. However, we know that the necessary steps to end […]
COVID-19 Weekly Update: May 29, 2020
A Message from the Virginia Chamber of Commerce President and CEO: Today, the City of Richmond, Accomack County, and several localities in Northern Virginia join the rest of the Commonwealth in Phase One of Governor Northam’s “Forward Virginia” plan. The Governor has stated that Virginia will not enter Phase Two of this plan for at […]
Virginia Chamber Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity
Members of the Chamber Community, This week, I have canceled our Friday newsletter to, instead, use this opportunity to address the current and past tragedies that have impacted our communities, our Commonwealth, and our nation. The Virginia Chamber is proud to join the U.S. Chamber in their initiative to address inequality in opportunity and below […]