Chamber Blog

Candidate Questionnaire: Charlottesville City Council Democratic Primary

We asked City Council candidates Carl Brown, Brian Pinkston and Juandiego Wade what they would like our members to know.

Central Virginia SBDC offers a treasure trove of information, training and consultancy to elevate your business towards growth and prosperity.

Defense Affairs Committee Program Manager COL (Ret.) Lettie Bien joined Les Sinclair on air to talk about DAC’s Memorial Day Commemoration.

Barbara Smith, assistant director for MACAA Head Start, shared a wealth of insights on how to be an effective leader.

Ashley Davies, chair of the Charlottesville Area Development Roundtable, spoke on CADRe’s recent work with the City of Charlottesville.

Jacklene Martin of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital spoke about SMJH and its work in the senior community and communities of color.

Virginia’s mask mandate has been lifted, and we invited the business community to talk about how we should adapt our practices.

Committee Engagement Director Andrea Copeland joined Les Sinclair on air to talk about convening businesses for economic recovery.

CPAs Chris Brubaker and Ed Schmitz of Hantzmon Wiebel LLP shared actionable strategies to identify problems and improve profitability.

Chamber President & CEO Elizabeth Cromwell joined Les Sinclair on air to talk about supporting the hospitality industry.