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Staunton, Augusta County, Waynesboro Launch Community Wellness Campaign
December 11, 2020- A group of local health, education, community service and local government agencies in Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro have unveiled a community wellness commitment campaign to encourage community members to care for the health and well-being of others. Learn more...
Announcing Leadership Greater Augusta Class of 2021
August 17, 2020- Leadership Greater Augusta (LGA) is a 9-month intensive training program hosted by the Greater Augusta Chamber of Commerce, for local emerging and existing leaders. Learn more...
Courtney Thompson named GARCC President and CEO
February 20, 2020 - The Board of Directors for the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce announced today that Courtney Thompson has accepted the position of President and CEO. Her appointment follows a six-month interim period of leadership by the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. Learn more...
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Hosting 2019 Legislative Breakfast
December 2, 2019 -Each year prior to the start of the new state Legislative session, the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce holds its annual Legislative Breakfast. This year’s event will be held at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel & Conference Center in Staunton, on December 10th at 8:00am. Learn more...
Schmoozapalooza: Business to Business Expo!!
October 15, 2019 - The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting Schmoozapalooza & Business After Hours on October 17th! The event will be from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Holiday Inn Staunton Conference Center. This gives Chamber members and community members alike the chance to mix and mingle at the biggest connection event of the year! Learn more...
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce to Host 3rd Annual Pig Pickin’ & Politickin’
Fishersville, September 12, 2019 - This November election is going to be one for the record books and the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce is helping the Community get up-close access to the candidates at their third annual Pig Pickin’ & Politickin’! Learn more...
Announcing Leadership Greater Augusta Class 2020
Fishersville, August 15, 2019 - Leadership Greater Augusta (LGA) is a 9-month intensive training program for emerging and existing leaders. LGA builds the needed skills, knowledge, motivation, and vision to develop a stronger community. Creating a space for leadership development since 1984, Leadership Greater Augusta has worked with over 525 professionals over the years to enhance the quality of leadership for organizations across our community. Learn more...
The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Education!!
Fishersville, July 11, 2019 – The first annual Education Appreciation Breakfast & Expo will be held on July 23rd at the Augusta Expo Event Center!! This celebratory, high energy event is designed to welcome educators and education staff back to school and share products and resources that can be of value to them personally and professionally. Learn more...
State of the Metro
June 6, 2019 – To show appreciation for all of our local businesses, please join the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce and our partners the Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro Economic Development teams for networking and an economic outlook presentation for our region at the 2019 State of the Metro. Learn more...
Applications Now Being Accepted for Leadership Greater Augusta Class of 2020!
June 4, 2019 – Leadership Greater Augusta is a 9-month intensive training program for emerging and existing leaders; LGA builds the needed skills, knowledge, motivation and vision to develop a stronger community. Creating a space for leadership development since 1984, Leadership Greater Augusta has worked with over 500 professionals over the years to enhance the quality of leadership for organizations across our community. Learn more...
Chamber’s 2019-2020 Community Profile & Business Directory
May 9, 2019- Annually produced by the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Community Profile & Business Directory is the go-to guide for area demographics, community information, tools and resources for relocating or visiting the Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro region. The publication is used for relocation packages for potential new residents, distributed to new employees, and on display in lobbies and in brochure racks of businesses all over our region. Learn more...
Chamber of Commerce Foundation Awards $28,000 in Student Scholarships
May 1, 2019 – High School seniors have many options once they graduate and the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation has the opportunity to help. Each year the Chamber Foundation recognizes Academic Achievers in our area with $1,000 scholarships for vocational or technical school, credentialing programs, or a two or four-year college. Read more...
Chamber Foundation Graduates Its 35th Class from the Leadership Greater Augusta Program
April 30, 2019– Leadership Greater Augusta (LGA) is a 9-month intensive training program for emerging and existing leaders. LGA builds the needed skills, knowledge, motivation and vision to develop a stronger community. Creating a space for leadership development since 1984, Leadership Greater Augusta has worked with over 500 professionals over the years to enhance the quality of leadership for organizations across our community. Read more...
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Hosts Legislative Wrap-Up
April 29, 2019 - What worked and what didn’t over the 60 days the Virginia General Assembly were in session? To hear the answers from our local delegation the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting a legislative wrap-up session on Tuesday, April 30th at 8:00 am at Bridge Christian Church. Learn more...
What’s Your Superpower? Women of Influence Network 2019 Power Summit
April 10, 2019 - Putting a powerful group of women together for half a day of sharing insights and exchanging ideas adds up to empowerment!! The Women of Influence Network Summit is for women at all levels of personal and career development. Learn more...
Fellowship Provides State and Local Chambers with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues
March 22, 2019 - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced that Annette Medlin, President and CEO of the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce was selected to participate in the second cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce with resources, access to experts, and a network of peers to build their capacity to address the most pressing education and workforce challenges. Learn more...
Augusta Regional Chamber Announces 2019 Business Excellence Awards Winners
March 8, 2019 – As the premier business organization for the area serving Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro, the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber represents over 600 diverse businesses that work together to stimulate the economy for this outstanding community. The overall makeup of a community starts with people and their personal dreams to make an impact on the world around them. Learn more...
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Releases Regional Wage and Benefit Report
March 5, 2019– For the first time in about 10 years we have relevant wage and benefit data for our region. In 2018, the Talent Coalition, a workforce development committee of the Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce, identified a need to conduct a wage and benefit survey for the region. Learn more...
Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce Hosts 2019 UP Conference
February 6, 2019 – Are you looking for local professional development for yourself or your employees? Look no further!! The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce is presenting the annual UP Conference, a day for business professionals to expand their skills by focusing on professional development. Learn more...