Works to strengthen the business climate of the community. Provides networking, marketing, and referrals. Referrals are an integral part of building up the business in our area. All referrals that are given out by Chamber staff are Chamber members. Legislative representation is offered to the membership through VaWest. This lobby effort works to promote the area represented by chambers across the western portion of Virginia. Publishes a newsletter and business directory. Offers multiple volunteer opportunities. The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. was created to assist the Chamber of Commerce in strengthening the development and growth of the Chamber's activities. By providing educational scholarships from the business community and assisting in fund-raising for the renovation project of the Carriage House in Longwood Park, the Foundation has emerged as a community leader

Supports the economic, civic, commercial, industrial, educational and tourism interests of Radford and the New River Valley.

Administers Federal Farm Funds for Rockingham and Page Counties. Serves as a temporary source of supervised credit and technical support to rural Americans for improving their farming enterprises and housing conditions until they are able to qualify for private sector resources. Also offers programs for farmers that include: farm loans, price support, commodities, conservation and disaster assistance.

Provides contracting and business development opportunities for small, disadvantaged businesses. Firms must apply for certification in the program to receive assistance. Extensive information and forms can be found on Website. Assistance provided by resource partners, SCORE, SBDC and WBC.

Guaranty Loans are made by private lenders, and SBA licensed non-bank lenders banks, and guaranteed up to 90 percent by SBA. Serving 92 counties in Virginia, excluding Arlington, Fairfax, and Loudoun counties and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church.

Provides existing and prospective small businesses with counseling, training and specialized services concerning the formation, financing, management and operation of small businesses.

Offers micro business loans and financial counseling to those starting or expanding a small or home-based business. Reviews financial statements, assists with projecting cash flow, packages loan applications, and makes connections with area lenders.

Advances and promotes the interests of businesses in the Tazewell area through the development of the civic, commercial, agriculture, educational and cultural life of the community.

Serves Emporia and Greensville. Stabilizing farm income, helping farmers conserve land and water resources, providing credit to new or disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, and helping farm operators recover from the effects of disaster. Farm loans are available to people who need assistance starting, expanding, or owning a farm or ranch.

Provides an organization dedicated to representing the private sector, promoting business, and enhancing the quality of life in the greater Charlottesville region. This is accomplished by advancing the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of the community, encouraging existing business industries, and aiding new business in the area. The Chamber offers a varied range of seminars and programs to aid its members. Membership fees based on company size. An annual listing of Chamber members and their addresses is available. When relocating to a new area, the local Chamber of Commerce is a good place to request community information.

Provides an agency dedicated to the united interests of the community by advancing the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of the community. Encourages existing businesses and industries and aids new businesses in the area. An annual listing of Chamber members and their addresses is available. When relocating to a new area, the local Chamber of Commerce is a good place to request community information.

The Tourism Office provides visitors with a wealth of local, regional and state information.

Promotes economic development and tourism on Virginia's Eastern Shore.

The Chamber promotes regional business by providing referrals and connections and influencing public policy to benefit all businesses. Fosters growth by offering relevant programs and events designed to address business needs, solve business problems and increase opportunities.

Reviews and develops plans that reflect the County's interest in the preservation of the environment, the provision of efficient public facilities and services, the provision of diverse housing opportunities, and the effective utilization of the area's land resources. Building Inspections also fall under Communtiy Developemnt.

Bring new businesses into the area and attempt to retain current businesses. Assist with expansions. Deal with industry and manufacturing.

Bring new businesses into the area and attempt to retain current businesses. Assist with expansions. Deal with industry and manufacturing. Oversee tourism in the City of Lynchburg.

Work closely with industry professionals, local businesses, education institutions, and government partners to help business community in starting, growing, and locating their businesses.

The University of Mary Washington Small Business Development Center (UMWSBDC) is a resource center that provides assistance to the small business community and budding entrepreneurs via management training, industrial and demographic research, and confidential one-on-one consulting with a focus on capital access and management planning.

Provides a group of members who work together to bring business growth to the area.

Through customized workshops, learning forums, surveys and focus groups, and corporate retreats, the Walter G. Mason Center for Business Development offers opportunities to maximize organizational effectiveness and professional development.

Serves as staff to the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission, the Board of Zoning Appeals and the public, with respect to land use planning and development. Major responsibilities include planning, zoning, subdivision, building, permitting, and Code and Ordinance enforcement. The Department consists of three functional divisions - the Planning Office, Zoning, Permitting and Inspections Office, and the Environmental Office of the County Soil Scientist.

Services offered by Development Services include: Development Services, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Building Safety/Building Permits