Loudoun Chamber Applauds Unmet Housing Need Strategic Plan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Contact Andrea Winey, Director of CommunicationsLoudoun County Chamber of Commerceawiney@loudounchamber.org / 571.209.90345.9.19 Loudoun Chamber Applauds Unmet Housing Need Strategic PlanBoard of Supervisors Strategic Motion Moves Housing Discussion Forward Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber would like to applaud the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors for the accepted amendment in the 2019 Loudoun County Draft Comprehensive Plan to prioritize Loudoun’s unmet housing
Young Entrepreneurs Academy Program Manager Receives Trailblazer Award at National Conference
Tuesday, May 7, 2018FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Andrea Winey O (571)-9034Loudoun’s Young Entrepreneurs Academy Program Manager Receives Trailblazer Award at National ConferenceLoudoun Young Entrepreneurs Academy Program Manager Named Top Performing out of 60+ Programs WorldwideLoudoun County, VA - Over the last three years the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Economic Development Authority to bring the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) to Loudoun students who seek to create,
Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 62 local heroes at 34th Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards
Monday, April 1, 2019Contact: Andrea Winey, Director of CommunicationsLoudoun County Chamber of Commerce(571) 209-9034awiney@loudounchamber.org Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 62 local heroes at 34th Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards on April 12th Loudoun County, VA – It will be an historic day on Friday, April 12, 2019, when the Loudoun County business community gathers to honor 43 heroic first responders and 19 equally courageous civilians at the 34th Annual Loudoun Valor Awards. This
Howard: Loudoun County's new comprehensive plan must bolster workforce housing
In a recent op-ed, Middleburg Mayor Bridge Littleton made excellent points about the importance of citizen involvement in Loudoun’s ongoing rewrite of our community’s long-term growth and development plans. (“Speak up now. The future depends on it.” Loudoun Times-Mirror, March 10) He also cast a fine vision for the future of Loudoun with “eastern suburban features that bring diversity and services … and a western rural area … that fosters open spaces, agriculture, tourism and a green economy for all
Loudoun’s student entrepreneurs pitch their businesses at 3rd Annual YEA! Investor Panel
Friday, March 22, 2019FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: K.C. Repage O (571) 209-9033krepage@loudounchamber.org Loudoun’s student entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas for money at 3rd Annual Young Entrepreneurs Academy’s Investor Panel $5,000 in investment capital awarded to Loudoun’s Young Entrepreneurs Lansdowne, VA – Just like in the hit TV Show Shark Tank, a group of student entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas for investment capital during the Young Entrepreneurs Academy! (YEA) Loudoun’s
Four Local Orgs Receive Grants in Honor of Loudoun Chamber Community Leadership Award Winners
Four Local Organizations Receive Grants in Honor of Loudoun Chamber Community Leadership Award Winners Leesburg, VA – February 18, 2019 – The Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties granted $5,000 to four organizations at the recommendation of the recent winners of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Awards. The Loudoun Chamber announced the 2019 winners on January 25, 2019, at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Community Leadership Awards. Each year, the
Loudoun Chamber partners with Direct Energy to offer Loudoun Businesses more choice and competition
Thursday, January 31, 2019 Contact: Tony Howard O (571) 209-9020 M (703) 470-0792 thoward@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber partners with Direct Energy to offer Loudoun businesses more choice and competition to meet their energy needs Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce has announced a new partnership with Direct Energy Business to offer Chamber members more options and opportunities to cost effectively meet their energy needs. Direct Energy Business will serve as the Loudoun
Loudoun Chamber endorses Virginia Senate proposal to improve regulation of Dulles Greenway tolls
January 29, 2019 CONTACT: Tony Howardthoward@loudounchamber.org M (703) 470-0792 Loudoun Chamber endorses Virginia Senate proposal to improve regulation of Dulles Greenway tolls Lansdowne, VA -- The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce is asking Virginia’s state lawmakers to support Senator Bill Stanley’s (R-Franklin County) bill to empower the State Corporation Commission to better regulate toll increases, including the adoption of distance-based pricing, on the Dulles Greenway. The Chamber endorsed Senator
Loudoun Chamber 2019 Community Leadership Award Winners Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 28, 2019Contact: Andrea WineyDirector of Communications571.209.9034 officeawiney@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber 2019 Community Leadership Award Winners AnnouncedWinners were unveiled at Loudoun Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Community Leadership Awards Lansdowne, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber announced the winners for the 2019 Community Leadership Awards this past Friday, January 25, 2019, at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Community Leadership Awards, at The
Chamber Hosts Loudoun Board of Supervisors’ Leadership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 28, 2019 Contact: Grafton deButts O (571) 209-9021gdebutts@LoudounChamber.org Chamber Hosts Loudoun Board of Supervisors’ LeadershipLoudoun Chamber Launches 2019 PolicyMaker Series with Top County Leaders Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber will host its annual Loudoun Board of Supervisors Breakfast on Friday, February 8th to kick-off their 2019 PolicyMaker Series. The event will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at the Belmont Country Club in
Loudoun Chamber Releases 2019 Public Policy Positions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Contact Andrea Winey, Director of CommunicationsLoudoun County Chamber of Commerceawiney@loudounchamber.org / 571.209.9034 Loudoun Chamber Releases 2019 Public Policy PositionsChamber Continues to Advocate for World Class Quality of Life in Loudoun County Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber today released its 2019 Public Policy agenda, detailing the organizations official positions on a wide variety of economic and quality of life issues here in Loudoun and across the
Loudoun Chamber Foundation awards $24,000 to Six Loudoun nonprofits
January 7, 2019Contact: Tony Howard(o) 571.209.9020(m) 703.470.0792thoward@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber Foundation awards $24,000 to Six Loudoun Nonprofits Chamber approves six $4,000 Foundation grants to nonprofit groups that focus on workforce, human development, health care, homeless and hunger in our Loudoun community Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its Loudoun Chamber Foundation arm has selected six local nonprofit organizations to each receive
Loudoun Chamber Health and Wellness Committee Launches New Programming
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 7, 2019Contact: Andrea WineyDirector of Communicationsawiney@loudounchamber.org571.209.9034 Loudoun Chamber Health and Wellness Committee Launches New Programming “Live, Be, Work, and Stay Well, Loudoun” Lansdowne, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber’s Health and Wellness Committee, known for the successful Healthy Business Challenge business scorecard, has launched a new initiative, “Live, Be, Work, and Stay Well, Loudoun.” The Health & Wellness Committee’s mission
2019 Loudoun Chamber Community Leadership Award Finalists Announced
Monday December 10, 2018FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Andrea WineyO (571) 209-9034awiney@loudounchamber.org 2019 Loudoun Chamber Community Leadership Award Finalists AnnouncedCommunity Leadership Awards Honor Businesses, Community Leaders for Their Contributions to Support Loudoun’s Citizens and Strengthen their Quality of Life Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber today announced the finalists for the 2019 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards, which honor the businesses and community leaders that have
Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for 34th Annual Valor Awards
Tuesday, December 4, 2018Contact: Andrea Winey awiney@loudounchamber.orgO (571) 209-9034 Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for 34th Annual Valor Awards Chamber asks the Loudoun public to nominate worthy first responders or ordinary citizens whose heroism and lifesaving actions are worthy of recognition Loudoun County, VA – The Loudoun Chamber is seeking nominations for the 34th Annual Valor Awards, when the Loudoun business community will honor the career and volunteer emergency first responders
Loudoun Chamber Foundation is now accepting applications from local nonprofits
November 6, 2018Contact: Tony Howard(o) 571.209.9020(m) 703.470.0792thoward@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber Foundation is now accepting applications from local nonprofits seeking financial support Established in 2014, Loudoun Chamber Foundation supports nonprofit groups focused on Chamber’s priorities: economic development, education, workforce and public safety Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its charitable foundation arm, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation, is
Northern VA Orthodontics, Community Foundation’s Amy Owens earn top honors at Annual Small Business Awards
For Immediate Release:November 5, 2018Contact: Andrea Wineyawiney@loudounchamber.org571-209-2034 office Northern VA Orthodontics, Community Foundation’s Amy Owens earn top honors at 24th Annual Small Business Awards Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber announced the winners of the Loudoun Top Entrepreneur and Small Business of the Year, as well as in seven industry categories at the 24th Annual Small Business Awards, on Thursday, November 1st at the National Conference Center. A blue-ribbon
Loudoun Chamber accepting nominations for 6th Annual Community Leadership Awards
Wednesday, October 3, 2018FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Andrea WineyO (571) 209-9034 Loudoun Chamber accepting nominations for 6th Annual Community Leadership Awards Community Leadership Awards honor local companies and business leaders for their efforts to strengthen the Loudoun community by supporting the needs of our citizens Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce has announced that nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards. Nominations will
Loudoun Chamber Praises Board of Supervisors for Action on Route 15
September 20, 2018Contact: Eric C. JohnsonO (571) 209-9024EJohnson@LoudounChamber.org Loudoun Chamber Praises Board of Supervisors for Action on Route 15 Lansdowne, VA – IThe Loudoun Chamber is in full support of the action taken by the Board of Supervisors this evening. In a unanimous vote, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors agreed to widen Route 15 between Battlefield Parkway and Montresor Road, as well as to approve other traffic improvement efforts along Route 15. The Loudoun Chamber
Tony Howard Earns Elite Chamber Certification
For Immediate Release August 28, 2018 Contact: Andrea Winey Sr. Communications Managerawiney@loudounchamber.org 571.209.9034 Tony howard Earns Elite CHAMBER CertificationLoudoun Chamber leader part of latest Certified Chamber Executive class Lansdowne, VA (August 22, 2018) — Tony Howard, President and CEO of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce, has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. ACCE
Loudoun Chamber and Regional Partners to Host 10th Congressional District Debate
Loudoun Chamber and Regional Partners to Host 10th Congressional District DebateThe Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, along with regional business and academic partners, is proud to announce it has reached agreement with Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (R) and State Senator Jennifer Wexton (D) to stage a debate between the two candidates that are seeking to represent Virginia’s 10th Congressional District. Scheduled for Friday, September 21st, 2018 from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. at The National in Lansdowne, this debate
Record Number of Businesses Join the Loudoun Chamber in 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, July 5, 2018Contact: Andrea Wineyawiney@loudounchamber.org571-209-9034 officewww.LoudounChamber.orgRecord Number of Businesses Join the Loudoun Chamber in 2018 Lansdowne, VA – Celebrating 50 years of successfully advocating for a thriving local business environment and quality of life in Loudoun County, the Loudoun Chamber has set records for membership growth in 2018. In May, 26 businesses joined the Loudoun Chamber and so far, in 2018 over 145 local businesses have
Loudoun Chamber Opposes President’s Tariff Policy
Contact: Eric C. Johnson O (571) 209-9024 EJohnson@LoudounChamber.orgLoudoun Chamber Opposes President’s Tariff PolicyLoudoun Chamber Joins with State and National Chamber to Support S. 3013 Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber signed on to a letter to the United States Senate, along with more than 200 local and regional business organizations, to urge the passage of S. 3013 by Senator Bob Corker (R-Tennessee). S. 3013 would require the President to submit to Congress any proposal to raise tariffs in
Winners Announced for Sixth Annual Loudoun Chamber Healthy Business Awards
Thursday, June 7, 2018FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Andrea Winey O (571) 209-9034awiney@loudounchamber.org Winners Announced for Sixth Annual Loudoun Chamber Healthy Business Awards Loudoun Businesses That Demonstrate Commitment to Employees’ WellnessAre Honored at Healthy Business Awards Ceremony at StoneSprings Hospital CenterLansdowne, VA -- The Loudoun Chamber announced the top honorees at the 2018 Healthy Business Awards, where Loudoun businesses and other organizations were recognized for their
Loudoun Chamber Submits Comments on Envision Loudoun
Contact: Eric C. Johnson O (571) 209-9024 EJohnson@LoudounChamber.org Loudoun Chamber Submits Comments on Envision LoudounChamber Members Overwhelmingly Participate During Public Comment Period Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber submitted comments to the Envision Loudoun Stakeholder Committee last week, as well as comment cards from nearly 300 business leaders. The Chamber, representing more than 1,200 area businesses, has been taking an active role in the Envision Loudoun process. In addition to having
Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards
Contact: Andrea WineySr. Communications Managerawiney@loudounchamber.org(703) 777-2176 Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards Awards honor Loudoun’s best small businesses, entrepreneurs and nonprofits; Winners announced at Awards Dinner in November Lansdowne, VA -- The Loudoun Chamber has opened the nomination process for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards, Loudoun’s premier event recognizing the achievements of small businesses, entrepreneurs and
Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards
For Immediate Release: May 10, 2018Contact: Andrea WineySr. Communications Managerawiney@loudounchamber.org(703) 777-2176 Loudoun Chamber Seeks Nominations for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards Awards honor Loudoun’s best small businesses, entrepreneurs and nonprofits; Winners announced at Awards Dinner in November Lansdowne, VA -- The Loudoun Chamber has opened the nomination process for the 24th Annual Small Business Awards, Loudoun’s premier event recognizing the achievements of small businesses,
Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 178 local heroes at 33rd Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards
Thursday, April 5, 2018Contact: Andrea LucasSenior Communications ManagerLoudoun County Chamber of Commerce(571) 209-9034alucas@loudounchamber.org Acts of Valor: Loudoun Chamber to honor 178 local heroesat 33rd Annual Loudoun County Valor Awards on April 20th Recently retired Fire Chief Keith Brower will be honored with Stu Plitman Community Service Award; 18 civilians among honorees Loudoun County, VA – It will be an historic day on Friday, April 20, 2018,
Loudoun Chamber Hosts Leaders of Dulles Airport and Washington Metro
Loudoun Chamber Hosts Leaders of Dulles Airport and Washington Metro Chamber to Hold State of Transportation PolicyMaker Series Event Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber presents the “State of Transportation,” a PolicyMaker Series discussion featuring Jack Potter, President and CEO of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and Paul Wiedefeld, General Manager and CEO of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Transportation is big business in Virginia and in Loudoun, and the continued
Loudoun Chamber Has Successful 2018 General Assembly Session
Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber supported a number of pieces of legislation which were approved by both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly in 2018 and are now pending action by Governor Ralph Northam. The Chamber also took a strong stance against more than twenty bills which would have had a negative impact on the Loudoun economy and statewide. Seven pro-education bills were passed, including several that focused on workforce development. A package of legislation carried by Senator Dick
Loudoun Chamber applauds VA Gen Assembly for approving $154 million in permanent funding for metro
March 12, 2018 Contact: Tony Howard Work (703) 777-2176 Cell (703) 470-0792 thoward@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber applauds Virginia General Assembly for approving $154 million in permanent funding for Metro Loudoun Chamber’s top priority for 2018 session will, when matched by Maryland and D.C., provide first dedicated funding source to ensure Metro’s safety and reliability Leesburg, VA – Loudoun Chamber President Tony Howard today praised the Virginia General Assembly for reaching a
2018 Healthy Business Challenge Open to All
Article from Loudoun Now The challenge is on. The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce has opened its annual Healthy Business Challenge and it’s not just for members. The initiative is designed to promote wellness programs that help make employees feel more valued, and, in turn, enjoy better work performance. The healthy business challenge is an online scorecard that is quick and easy to fill out. Businesses need not have a formal wellness program to participate, but can use the scorecard and a resource
Loudoun Chamber's Business Women and Health & Wellness Initiatives present ''Making Time for You''
MEDIA ALERT:February 21, 2018Contact: Andrea LucasSenior Communications ManagerLoudoun County Chamber of Commercealucas@loudounchamber.org571.209.9034 office Loudoun Chamber’s Business Women andHealth & Wellness Initiatives present “Making Time for You” Lansdowne, Virginia – With the new year in full swing, it’s beneficial for everyone to create a work-life balance that works for them and their families. The Business Women of Loudoun and the Health & Wellness Initiatives through the Loudoun
Loudoun Business Groups Denounce Racially Divisive Messages
Article published by Loudoun Now, Monday, February 19, 2018 The conversation among Loudoun business leaders began in the days after the Charlottesville riot last year and it stepped up as anti-Semitic and racist fliers appeared in the driveways of Loudoun homes. How should they react if these extremists sought to infiltrate Loudoun? This week, they released a formal statement denouncing the “malignant messages” and declaring a united effort to promote equality and respect for all. Among the
Virginia General Assembly Commends Loudoun Chamber
February 15, 2018Contact: Eric C. JohnsonO (571) 209-9024EJohnson@LoudounChamber.org Virginia General Assembly Commends Loudoun Chamber Loudoun Delegation Recognizes Chamber’s 50th Anniversary Lansdowne, VA - The Virginia General Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution commending the
Meals Tax Bills Defeated in State Legislature
Meals Tax Bills Defeated in State Legislature Loudoun Tribune, February 8, 2018 Read More Here State legislation that would have allowed officials to add a county-wide tax on food bought in local restaurants without voter approval has been killed thanks in part to lobbying by business officials. Leesburg and other towns within the county already have meals taxes, which are collected in addition to the 6 percent sales tax. Leesburg, which has a restaurant tax rate of 3.5 percent, could have raised the
Virginia [proposed] Meals Tax Hike
Virginia Proposed Meals Tax Hike TV Spot & article from LocalDVM, located hereLANSDOWNE, Va. - One of Virginia's most profitable industries is now speaking out after a proposed meal tax hike put out by the general assembly. The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce and other industry leaders are advocating on behalf of restaurants and voters while fighting against these bills. TV Spot & article from LocalDVM, located here
Loudoun Chamber Successfully Lobbies Against Meals Tax
January 22, 2018Contact: Eric C. JohnsonO (571) 209-9024EJohnson@LoudounChamber.orgLoudoun Chamber Successfully Lobbies Against Meal TaxLansdowne, VA - The Loudoun Chamber and other industry leaders successfully advocated on behalf of restaurants and Virginia voters while fighting against meals tax bills in the General Assembly. The Chamber applauds the Virginia Senate Committee on Finance for voting down two bills which would have authorized county governments to institute a meals tax without the consent
2018 Loudoun Community Leadership Award Winners Announced
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 29, 2018Contact: Andrea LucasSenior Communications Manager571.209.9034 officealucas@loudounchamber.org 2018 Loudoun Community Leadership Award Winners AnnouncedWinners were unveiled at Loudoun Chamber’s 50th Anniversary Gala & Annual Meeting Lansdowne, Virginia – The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce announced the winners for the 2018 Community Leadership Awards this past Friday, January 26, 2018, at the Chamber’s 50th Anniversary Gala and Annual Meeting, at The
Loudoun Chamber Opposes House Bill 1224
January 22, 2018Contact: Eric C. JohnsonO (571) 209-9024EJohnson@LoudounChamber.org Loudoun Chamber Opposes House Bill 1224 Chamber Stands Up Against Anti Winery and Brewery Legislation Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber has notified the Loudoun County delegation to the General Assembly of its opposition to House Bill 1224 (HB1224), which would remove the current exemption for farm buildings and structures from the Uniform Statewide Building Code if the building is operated as a licensed winery
Loudoun Chamber Foundation awards $32,000 to eight nonprofit organizations serving Loudoun County
January 9, 2018Contact: Tony Howard(o) 571.209.9020(m) 703.470.0792thoward@loudounchamber.org Loudoun Chamber Foundation awards $32,000 to eight nonprofit organizations serving Loudoun CountyLoudoun Chamber Foundation is dedicated to supporting economic development, education, public safety and wellness in Loudoun County Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce today announced the Loudoun Chamber Foundation has selected eight local nonprofit organizations to each receive $4,000 grants to
Loudoun Chamber Releases 2018 Public Policy Positions
Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber’s 2018 Public Policy Positions was released this week. The document can be found here on the Chamber's website. As the Chamber enters its 50th year, advocating in the public policy arena continues to be a key focus for the Chamber.Many of the issues in the Chamber’s Public Policy Positions also frequently appear in the news here in Loudoun County: rural economic development, non-profit organizations, teacher shortages, workforce development, affordable housing, road
Loudoun Chamber To Host Board of Supervisors Leaders
Contact: Eric C. JohnsonO (571) 209-9024EJohnson@LoudounChamber.org Loudoun Chamber To Host Board of Supervisors Leaders Chamber to Hold First PolicyMaker Series Event of 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Alert: Loudoun Chamber PolicyMaker Series: Board of Supervisors Breakfast WHAT: PolicyMaker Series: Board of Supervisors Breakfast WHO:Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice-Chair Ralph Buona, Supervisor Matt Letourneau (Chair of the Finance/Government Operations and Economic Development Committee),
2018 Loudoun Community Leadership Award Finalists Announced
2018 Loudoun Community Leadership Award Finalists AnnouncedWinners unveiled at Loudoun Chamber’s 50th Anniversary Gala & Annual Meeting Lansdowne, Virginia – The Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce today announced the finalists for the 2018 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards, which honor the businesses and community leaders that have shown outstanding leadership and commitment to support the Loudoun community and its citizens. Finalists were chosen in five categories: Large and Small Businesses,
Loudoun County Chamber Announces Winners for 23rd Annual Small Business Awards
Lansdowne, VA - The Loudoun County Chamber announced the winners of the Entrepreneur and Small Business of the Year, as well as the eight industry categories at the 23rd Annual Small Business Awards, which was held Thursday, November 2nd at the National Conference Center in Lansdowne. A blue-ribbon committee of business leaders and industry experts carefully examined a record number of applications to select the 38 award finalists. “I salute all our 2017 Loudoun County Small Business Award honorees.
