Loudoun Chamber Celebrates New Hires in Membership Coordinator Yasmeen Shields and Executive Assistant Dipti Rach
Leesburg, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber is pleased to announce two new members of their team. Yasmeen Shields will be the Chamber’s new Membership Coordinator and Dipti Rach will be the new Executive Assistant. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am so happy to welcome Yasmeen and Dipti to the Loudoun Chamber staff. They are joining one of the Chamber industry’s finest team of Chamber professionals, and I am excited to work with them both to create even greater value and experiences for our members,”
Loudoun’s nonprofits can begin applying for Loudoun Chamber Foundation grants on October 13th
Loudoun Chamber’s philanthropic arm supports local nonprofits focused on Chamber’s priorities: economic development, education, wellness, and public safety Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its charitable arm, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation, will begin accepting applications from local nonprofits, seeking financial support for their work in our community, beginning Tuesday, October 12th. All Loudoun Chamber nonprofit members are eligible to apply for a Loudoun Chamber
Loudoun Chamber Opens Nominations for 2022 Community Leadership Awards
Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber announced today that nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 Community Leadership Awards. The deadline to nominate a local business or community leader for this award is Friday, October 30th, at 5 p.m. The Community Leadership Awards honor Loudoun’s business and nonprofit community leaders that have demonstrated exemplary leadership to positively impact the quality of life in Loudoun County and to serve the needs of its citizens.The top honorees will be
Loudoun Chamber 2021 BizVotes Candidate Questionnaire Results Released
Candidates for the Virginia House of Delegates Respond to Questions on Loudoun Chamber’s Economic, Quality of Life Agenda Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce has released the results to their 2021 BizVotes Election Questionnaire. This year 13 candidates across the seven Virginia House of Delegates races that cover portions of Loudoun County responded to the questionnaire which focuses on economic recovery, issues facing our workforce, and right-to-work. Since 2003, the Loudoun Chamber has
Loudoun Chamber Announces Finalists for Entrepreneur of the Year
Winners Announced at 2021 Loudoun Small Business Awards on October 29th Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber today announced the four finalists for the title of “Loudoun’s Entrepreneur of the Year” for 2021. The winner of this prestigious honor will be announced at the 27th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards ceremony, held on Friday, October 29, 2021, when the Chamber will announce the top honorees in nine categories in front of a live audience of Loudoun’s top business and community leaders. The
Loudoun Chamber Announces 24 Finalists for 27th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards
“People’s Choice” Award Voting Opens for One Week on Thursday, September 2 Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber today announced the names of the 24 finalists for the 27th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards. These finalists are competing for top honors in six industry categories. The winner in each category will then square off for the title of the Small Business of the Year. The finalists for Loudoun’s Entrepreneur of the Year will be announced on Friday, September 10, 2021. The 27th
Loudoun Chamber supports Western Loudoun County Broadband Grant Application
Letter sent August 19, 2021 To: Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development 600 East Main Street, Suite 300 Richmond, VA 23219 Letter of Support for Loudoun County VATI Last-Mile Application The Loudoun Chamber, on behalf of the over one thousand businesses we represent in our community and the tens of thousands of business owners and employees that live in Loudoun County, would like to voice our support Loudoun County’s application for funding “last-mile” services to address this
Loudoun Chamber to Co-Host 6th Annual Northern Virginia Regional Elected Leaders Summit
This event will feature elected leaders from Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties and the City of Alexandria on August 24thLeesburg, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber will co-host the 6th Annual Northern Virginia Regional Elected Leaders Summit with premier partner, the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and co-hosts, Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, Prince William Chamber of Commerce, and Northern Virginia Regional Commission. This event will take place
Letter to General Assembly in Support of American Rescue Plan Spending & Tourism Relief
Dear Members of the Virginia General Assembly, The Loudoun Chamber, which collectively represents over 1,100 member businesses and tens of thousands of employees across the region, would like to express our support for your investment priorities for the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Funding. Specifically, we support your prioritization for secondary education affordability, full funding of the Rebuild Virginia small business recovery plan, funding of the Unemployment Trust Fund, and creating more equitable
Loudoun Chamber joins VRLTA and more than 800 Businesses & Associations Calling on General Assembly to Fully Fund Relief Request to Support Tourism & Hospitality Businesses Devastated by COVID
RICHMOND, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce has joined the Virginia Restaurant Lodging and Travel Association (VRLTA) and more than 800 statewide businesses and associations to support allocating $291 million of Virginia’s American Rescue Plan funding to the tourism and hospitality industry. The VRLTA-led coalition is calling on the Virginia General Assembly to adopt this budget item during the August special legislative session, which convenes on Monday, August 2. VRLTA will lead a robust outreach
Statement Regarding the Loudoun Chamber’s Work to Advance Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in our Loudoun County Community
This week, the Loudoun Times-Mirror published an article regarding the Loudoun Chamber and our work to support and advance diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within our business community. While the article failed to provide a complete and accurate picture of the facts regarding the Loudoun Chamber’s actions and accomplishments, a concern we have brought to the newspaper’s attention, we do acknowledge that mistakes have occurred. The Loudoun Chamber’s leadership’s intent in launching and
Loudoun Chamber Named Finalist for National Chamber of The Year Award
Winner of Chamber Industry’s most prestigious honor will be announced July 20th at ACCE’s Innovation Summit Loudoun County, Virginia — The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for the 2021 Chamber of the Year award, presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). Based in Alexandria, VA, ACCE is the Chamber industry’s leading professional association, representing more than 9,000 professionals at more than 1,600 chambers of commerce and economic
Loudoun Chamber Joins U.S. Chamber’s “Build By The 4th Coalition urging Congress to pass Infrastructure Bill by Independence Day
Colonial Pipeline ransomware hack demonstrates dire need for investments to improve & protect America’s transportation, energy and information networks Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce has joined the “Build By The 4th” campaign, a business and labor led coalition that is lobbying the U.S. Congress to adopt a meaningful infrastructure funding bill by the 4th of July, 2021.Spearheaded by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the “Build By The 4th” campaign is calling on Congress to prioritize the
Loudoun Chamber seeks nominations for 27th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards
Awards celebrate achievements of Loudoun’s small businesses and entrepreneurs; Special recognition for small business community’s response to COVID-19 planned Lansdowne, VA -- The Loudoun Chamber has now opened the nomination process for the 27th Annual Small Business Awards, where the Loudoun community will celebrate the achievements and contributions that local small businesses, entrepreneurs and nonprofits have made to Loudoun County. All are welcome to nominate a deserving small business,
U.S. Chamber Welcomes 9 New Members to Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100
Loudoun Chamber President Tony Howard among those joining elite group of top Chamber CEO’s that advise US Chamber of Commerce on economic, policy issues WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Chamber of Commerce named 9 new executives to its Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 (CCC100). These experienced leaders advise the U.S. Chamber’s board of directors, enhance lobbying and coalition work, recommend programming, and strengthen outreach to the business and chamber communities. Among the new Chamber of
Loudoun Middle Schooler Earns Top Honors in 2021 Young Entrepreneurs Academy Investor Pitch Competition
$5,000 Investor Capital Awarded to Six Students in 5th Annual YEA! Business Plan Competition Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) held its 5th Annual Investor Panel on March 23, 2021, where 21 local student entrepreneurs pitched their business plans to a panel of investors and local business leaders live on a virtual presentation platform. Presented by the Loudoun Chamber Foundation and the Loudoun Economic Development Authority, YEA! Loudoun is a 7-month program that teaches
Loudoun Chamber Finance Director Linda Coffey Honored by Her Virginia Chamber Peers for 30 Years of Service
Richmond, Virginia – Linda Coffey, the Director of Finance and Administration for the Loudoun Chamber, was honored by the Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (VACCE) on March 3rd for reaching her 30th year with the Loudoun Chamber. Coffey was honored by her Virginia Chamber Executives peers at VACCE’s annual statewide Staff Development Conference. Long time VACCE Board member and Past Chair Sylvia Haines, with the Hampton Roads Chamber, presented the recognition. VACCE honors Virginia
Loudoun Chamber Announces VA Small Business Alliance as New Member Benefit
Partnership with VA Chamber offers Loudoun Chamber small businesses members added clout in Richmond Loudoun Chamber joins Statewide Small Business Alliance of 27,000 small firms, creating a big impact on Virginia’s Business Climate Leesburg, Virginia - The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce valuable new benefit to help Loudoun’s small businesses stay informed and get involved on the issues that are impacting Virginia’s business climate. The Loudoun Chamber has joined the Virginia Chamber of
Chamber Testifies to House Subcommittee in Support of Greenway Oversight Bill
Chamber Testifies to House Subcommittee in Support of Greenway Oversight BillSeeks greater SCC authority in toll rate approval and financial management. Loudoun County, VA –On Thursday, the Loudoun Chamber provided testimony to the House of Delegates’ Transportation Systems Subcommittee on behalf of the members of the business community in support for Delegate Suhas Subramanyam’s House Bill (HB 1832), which seeks to empower the State Corporation Commission (SCC) to better regulate toll increases on the
Loudoun Chamber 2021 Community Leadership Award Winners Announced
Loudoun Chamber 2021 Community Leadership Award Winners AnnouncedWinners were unveiled at Virtual Annual Meeting & Community Leadership Awards Lansdowne, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber announced the winners for the 2021 Community Leadership Awards Wednesday January 27, 2021 at the Virtual Annual Meeting and Community Leadership Awards, which can be viewed on the Chamber’s Facebook page. The Community Leadership Awards honor the businesses and community leaders that have shown outstanding leadership
Loudoun Chamber Foundation Awards $10,000 in Grants to Five Loudoun Nonprofits
Loudoun Chamber Foundation Awards $10,000 in Grantsto Five Loudoun Nonprofits Chamber’s charitable arm awards $2,000 to five local nonprofits, advancing Chamber’s mission to support Loudoun’s economic growth and community health Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that the Loudoun Chamber Foundation has selected five local nonprofit organizations to each receive $2,000 grants, each, to support their work in our community. Founded in 2014, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation
Loudoun Chamber Announces 2021 Community Leadership Award Finalists
Loudoun Chamber Announces 2021 Community Leadership Award FinalistsCommunity Leadership Awards Honor Businesses, Community Leaders for Their Commitment to Loudoun’s Citizens and Community Vitality Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber today announced 2021 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards finalists. These Awards honor those businesses and community leaders that have demonstrated exemplary leadership and commitment to support the strength and vitality of the Loudoun community. Now in its 8th year, the 2021
Loudoun Chamber Pushes Diversity & Inclusion, Economic Recovery with 2021 Public Policy Positions
Loudoun Chamber Pushes Diversity & Inclusion, Economic Recovery with its 2021 Public Policy Positions Lansdowne, VA – Advocating for legislative and policy solutions that will hasten Virginia’s post-COVID economic recovery, while integrating the values of diversity and inclusion throughout the organization’s priorities are hallmarks of the Loudoun Chamber’s 2021 Public Policy agenda. Released this week, the Chamber’s 2021
Catoctin Creek Distillery, Ford’s Fish Shack’s Tony Stafford Earn Top Honors at Virtual 26th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards
Catoctin Creek Distillery, Ford’s Fish Shack’s Tony Stafford Earn Top Honors at Virtual 26th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber announced the winners of the Loudoun’s Top Entrepreneur and Loudoun Small Business of the Year, as well as in six industry categories at the 26th Annual Small Business Awards, held on Friday, November 13, 2020. This year’s gala award ceremony was converted to an entirely virtual event, to maximize safety for the finalists and other guests
Loudoun’s nonprofits can begin applying for Loudoun Chamber Foundation grants on November 2nd
Loudoun’s nonprofits can begin applying for Loudoun Chamber Foundation grants on November 2, 2020 Loudoun Chamber Foundation supports nonprofits focused on Chamber’s priorities: economic development, education, wellness and public safety Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its charitable arm, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation, will begin accepting applications from local nonprofits, seeking financial support for their work in our community, beginning Monday, November
Loudoun Chamber Opens Nominations for 2021 Community Leadership Awards
Loudoun Chamber Opens Nominations for2021 Community Leadership Awards Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber announced today that nominations are now being accepted for the 2021 Community Leadership Awards. Nominations will remain open until Friday, October 30, 2020 at 5 p.m. The Community Leadership Awards honor Loudoun’s business and nonprofit community leaders that have demonstrated exemplary leadership and community engagement to positively impact the quality of life in Loudoun County and to serve the
Loudoun Chamber Announces Finalists for Top Honors at 2020 Small Business Awards
Loudoun Chamber Announces Finalists forTop Honors at 2020 Small Business AwardsContenders for Loudoun’s Top Entrepreneur of the Year Named Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber today announced the names of the finalists for a top honor at the annual Loudoun Small Business Awards, the “Loudoun’s Top Entrepreneur” award. The 26th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards ceremony will be held on Friday, November 13, 2020. To ensure maximum safety for the award finalists and other guests, the Small Business Awards
Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 109 local heroes at 35th Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards
Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 109 local heroesat 35th Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards on October 2nd Loudoun County, VA – It will be a historic day on Friday, October 2, 2020, when the Loudoun County business community gathers to honor 92 heroic first responders and 17 equally courageous civilians at the 35th Annual Loudoun Valor Awards. Though the event will look different this year, with some in-person and some virtual elements, the
Loudoun County Chamber Announces 24 Finalists for 26th Annual Small Business Awards
Loudoun County Chamber Announces 24 Finalists for26th Annual Small Business AwardsPeople’s Choice Award Voting Begins Monday, September 21st Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber today announced the 24 finalists for the 26th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards. These finalists are competing for top honors in six industry categories, as well as for the title of Loudoun’s Entrepreneur of the Year and The Small Business of the Year. Loudoun’s Entrepreneur of the Year finalists will be announced on
1,300 meals, 13 Restaurants: Feed Loudoun’s Health Care Heroes Campaign to Salute Local Health Care Workers a Success
1,300 meals, 13 Restaurants: Feed Loudoun’s Health Care Heroes Campaign to Salute Local Health Care Workers a Success Lansdowne, Virginia – In just the first few weeks of the coronavirus crisis in Loudoun County, it was apparent that local hospital workers were under a lot of stress and long hours caring for the first wave of COVID-19 patients. At the same time, local restaurants saw an immediate 80%-90% drop in revenues, as sit-down dining was banned and they were forced to rely on delivery or
Loudoun Chamber Foundation Awards $32,000 to Eight Loudoun Nonprofits
Loudoun Chamber Foundation Awards $32,000 to Eight Loudoun NonprofitsCharitable arm of the Loudoun Chamber awards $4,000 grants to eight local nonprofits whose work is essential to Loudoun economic growth and community vitality Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its Loudoun Chamber Foundation arm has selected eight local nonprofit organizations to each receive $4,000 grants to support their work in our community. Founded in 2014, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation invests
Loudoun Chamber BizVotes Candidate Questionnaire Results Released
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Andrea Winey, Director of CommunicationsLoudoun County Chamber of Commerceawiney@loudounchamber.orgoffice: 571-209-9034 Loudoun Chamber BizVotes Candidate Questionnaire Results ReleasedCandidates for General Assembly, Loudoun Board of Supervisors Respond to Questions on Loudoun Chamber’s Economic, Quality of Life Agenda Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce has released the results to their 2019 BizVotes Election Questionnaire, which focuses on the Chamber’s
Loudoun County Chamber Announces 27 Finalists for 25th Annual Small Business Awards
For Immediate Release: Monday, September 16, 2019Contact: Andrea WineyDirector of CommunicationsOffice: 571-209-2034 Loudoun County Chamber Announces 27 Finalists for 25th Annual Small Business AwardsPeople’s Choice Award Voting Begins Monday, September 16th Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber today announced the names of the 27 finalists selected to compete in seven industry categories in the 25th Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards. Finalists for the Small Business Awards top honors,
