Posts by jhuber_jenna.huber@cvillechamber.com
The Rivanna Futures Vision
The Rivanna Futures Vision What does it take to attract a global pharmaceutical giant to your community? For Albemarle County, it started with a bold investment, a clear vision, and a commitment to building the kind of place where people and businesses thrive. Director of Economic Development Emily Kilroy reflects on the Rivanna Futures project…
Read MoreHow Charlottesville Chamber Members Collaborate
How Charlottesville Chamber Members Collaborate When local businesses and organizations work together, the whole community wins. The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce has always believed that the strength of our region lies in the connections between our members. From animal shelter visits to holiday toy drives to co-hosted networking events, our members are proving that…
Read More2026 Chamber Board Leadership
2026 Chamber Board Leadership The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2026 Chamber Board of Directors officers and new members, marking a significant moment in the organization’s 113-year history. First Woman of Color to Lead Chamber Board Dr. Mariane Asad Doyle, Executive Director, Center for Nonprofit Excellence Mariane Asad Doyle, Ph.D.…
Read MoreBWRT Holiday Luncheon 2025
BWRT Holiday Luncheon 2025 The Charlottesville women in business community gathered on December 18, 2025, for the annual Business Women’s Round Table (BWRT) Holiday Luncheon. This signature event brings together professional women for meaningful connection and celebration. Hosted at the Amy Yang Photography Studio on East Market Street, the event welcomed members and guests for…
Read More2025 Best in Business Awards Dinner
2025 Best in Business Awards Dinner The Best in Business Awards Dinner is the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce’s premier celebration of the leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are shaping the future of Greater Charlottesville. Each year, this signature event brings together the region’s business community to honor exceptional achievements in leadership, innovation, and community…
Read More2025 MBA Gala
2025 MBA Gala On Friday, October 10, 2025, the Charlottesville business community gathered at the Doubletree Hotel for an unforgettable evening celebrating leadership, legacy, and the bright future of minority entrepreneurship. The Minority Business Alliance’s 2025 gala, themed The Year of the Sunset, honored three remarkable leaders whose dedication has transformed the local business landscape.…
Read MoreRising Professionals: Networking That Turns Into Connections
Rising Professionals: Networking That Turns Into Connections At the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce, our Rising Professionals affinity group is more than just a networking club. It’s a community where young professionals and emerging leaders build meaningful connections that can transform careers and personal lives. Through casual coffee chats, happy hours, and volunteer events, members…
Read MoreFrom Library Study Sessions to Dance Floor Grooves: How Good Times Only is Connecting Charlottesville Through Music
From Library Study Sessions to Dance Floor Grooves: How Good Times Only is Connecting Charlottesville Through Music When Krissy Muniz wanted more opportunities to dance, she decided to create them. In 2021, she founded Good Times Only, a Charlottesville-based business that brings silent disco experiences to events across Virginia. What began as a creative side…
Read MoreA Day at the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA
A Day at the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA The Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA (CASPCA) has been a valued Chamber member since February 2025. Recently, our team had the privilege of visiting this incredible organization to learn more about their mission and the impact they’re making in our community. Two members of our Chamber staff, Jenna Huber, Marketing and Events…
Read MoreCharlottesville Chamber CEO Andrea Copeland Honored with Virginia Business Magazine’s 2025 Women in Leadership Award
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate a historic achievement: President and CEO Andrea Copeland has been named an honoree for Virginia Business Magazine’s 2025 Women in Leadership Award. This statewide recognition highlights women executives who are redefining leadership through professional excellence, civic engagement, mentorship, and breaking barriers.
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