Press Release Archives

$50,000 Awarded to Local Minority Enterprises

October 6, 2022 |

2022 Minority Enterprise Grant recipients

Ten businesses received $5,000 each through a partnership of the United Way of Greater Charlottesville and the Chamber Minority Business Alliance.

Leaders Lab of Greater Charlottesville Announces Inaugural Cohort

September 7, 2022 |

Leaders Lab selected 33 individuals representing local businesses, nonprofits and institutions to participate in the first cohort.

MBA Selects Recipients for 2022 Vanguard Award and Endurance Fund

August 15, 2022 |

Zenas “Z” Choi will receive the Vanguard Award. Endurance Funds will go to StickyNote Creative, Forezee Marketing Solutions, and Forward/Adelante Business Alliance.

Minority Business Alliance Seeks Nominations for 2022 Vanguard Award

July 11, 2022 |

The John F. Bell Vanguard Award recognizes a minority individual who promotes diversity, equity and inclusion in the local business community.

Minority Enterprise Grant Opportunity Now Available in Greater Charlottesville

June 11, 2022 |

Minority-owned businesses are invited to apply for the FY2023 Minority Enterprise Grant Opportunity, with 10 grants available totaling $50,000.

Leaders Lab of Greater Charlottesville Invites Applicants for 2022 Cohort

May 4, 2022 |

The founders of Leaders Lab aim to build a “network of doers” for the greater Charlottesville area, and they’re now recruiting the first participants.

Chamber Releases Collab Report Highlighting Key Partnerships

February 16, 2022 |

The Collab Report highlights recent work accomplished through the Chamber’s strategic partnerships and collaborative member engagement.

City, County, UVA Leadership to Speak at First Annual State of the Community

February 3, 2022 |

Speakers will discuss the economic impact of their respective organizations on our community, with the goal of building economic success and regional prosperity.