JOIN US FOR PIEDMONT BROADCASTING BUSINESS AFTER HOURS LIVE ON AIR

Join us for Business After Hours at Piedmont Broadcasting!

Get behind the mic and join us at 102.5 WBTM/@103.3 WAKG studios for Business After Hours!

We’ll have great food and drinks from Your Black Tie Events & Travel, exciting prizes and, of course, good music. We’ll give you a behind the scenes tour of 1330/102.5 WBTM, Danville’s Heritage station for 94 years and 103.3 WAKG, Southside’s home for country music.

Register to win door prizes:

Marketing package including traditional and digital advertising

Alexa Echo Show 8

Karen’s Hallmark Gift Basket (Danville themed merchandise)

Everyone leaves with a radio gift bag. We’ll get you in the selfie booth for a quick pic and on the mic to give your business a shout-out!

We look forward to seeing you AND hearing you on the radio!

No Cost to members

$10 Fee for Future Chamber Members

RUBY B ARCHIE PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS REFLECTIONS OF HOME ART FESTIVAL

THE LAUNCH PLACE ANNOUNCES INVESTMENT IN AGEYE TECHNOLOGIES

The Launch Place (TLP) is pleased to announce a significant investment in AGEYE Technologies, a leader in AI-driven indoor farming technology. This marks a new addition to TLP’s portfolio, highlighting its commitment to supporting innovative startups in the Dan River Region and beyond.



AGEYE, based in Raleigh, North Carolina, develops next-generation AI solutions for indoor farming. By integrating advanced management software with automated grow systems, AGEYE ensures optimal per-plant economics and profitability. Their technology provides detailed visibility into all costs on a per-plant level, something that is very difficult in commercial operations.

VSBFA Announces The Launch Place as a Recipient of the State Small Business Credit Initiative Funding

The Launch Place (TLP) has been selected as a Technical Assistance Grant Program (TA) provider by The Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA). The Launch Place, one of four finalists from the Commonwealth of Virginia, will receive up to $1,000,000 to offer key business advisory services to companies.

Virginia has been approved for $4.1 million in SSBCI Technical Assistance grant funding by the U.S. Department of Treasury under the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program (SSBCI-21031-0028). This program will provide legal, accounting, and financial advisory services to companies preparing for support from state and/or federal small business programs and connect companies directly with its SSBCI-supported capital programs.

CITY OF DANVILLE TO HOST PROCUREMENT EVENT

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION SEEKS COMMUNITY FEEDBACK NEEDS ASSESSMENT

Pittsylvania County Community Action, Inc. seeks community member feedback from citizens of Martinsville, Henry County, and Pittsylvania County on a Community Needs Assessment. Please scan below to complete the survey or click the link below.

DANVILLE TOYOTA PRESENTS: BLUE JEANS & BOOGIE BASH TO BENEFIT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE DANVILLE AREA

BGCDA, in collaboration with Title Sponsor - Danville Toyota, is seeking business and/or individual sponsors for an upcoming event (see attached flyer)! At BGCDA, our mission is to inspire all youth to reach their full potential as caring, productive and responsible citizens. By reserving your sponsorship TODAY, you help guide and influence the youth of our community, to make positive life-changing decisions! Your investment will produce great impact for Danville, Pittsylvania County and beyond! Thank you!

GET READY TO TEE OFF FOR GOD'S PIT CREW 2024 GOLF TOURNAMENT

Join us on Friday, September 20, for our annual God's Pit Crew Golf Tournament!

We currently have several 8:00 AM tee times available. If you're interested in joining, please contact Hannah Nuckles, Event Coordinator, at (434) 836-4472 for more information and to reserve your spot.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Friday, September 20, 2024

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 8:00 AM

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲: Goodyear Golf Club, 245 Jenny Lane, Danville, VA 24541

The tournament includes great prizes, food, and each player will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 at the One Million Dollar Shootout!

CARING WITH COMPASSION NURSING MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Check out this Chamber Member Spotlight! Meet Latoria Thomas with Caring with Compassion Nursing . Caring with Compassion offers life enhancing services right here in Danville and Pittsylvania County. The mission of Caring With Compassion is to provide the highest quality, client driven services with the utmost sensitivity and compassion. They believe this will empower their clients, enabling them to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. Caring with Compassion regards their clients as experts on their own lives. Their team assists and supports the client in whatever way they feel would best serve their individual needs.

RUDY'S GIRL MEDIA AWARDED $10K AMERICAN EXPERESS & MAIN STREET AMERICAN GRANT

Rudy's Girl Media is thrilled to share some exciting news with you: they have been awarded a $10,000 grant from American Express and Main Street America! This grant is specifically earmarked to enhance their brick and mortar studio space located in Martinsville's Uptown district.

They are deeply honored to have been selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants nationwide. This grant represents a significant milestone for Rudy's Girl Media and underscores their commitment to positively transforming the narrative of our region. With this investment, they aim to create engaging content using local talent to showcase the best of our community.

Rudy's Girl Media invites you to stay connected with them as they prepare to unveil the updates at their studio, located on 30 W. Main Street Martinsville. This space is not just a studio; it's a hub for creativity and community engagement.

For those who are not already following them on social media, please join their journey on Instagram and Facebook @RudysGirlMedia. Here, you can stay updated on their progress, learn more about their initiatives, and discover how you can align with them to make a meaningful impact.

RGM extends their heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your ongoing support and collaboration. Together, they look forward to continuing to make a positive difference in Martinsville and beyond.

WESTMORELAND NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANZIATION CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL RIBBON CUTTING EVENT OF WESTMORELAND PARK

Westmoreland Neighborhood Organization (WNO) proudly announces the successful ribbon-cutting and grand opening celebration for the redevelopment of the former Westmoreland School property into the beautiful and welcoming Westmoreland Park.

Nearly 400 people attended the event. The celebration commenced at noon with speakers discussing the history of the space. Ralph Price, WNO special project committee member, welcomed and thanked all attendees, stating, “Take a look around you. This is going to be a park for all ages!” WNO Secretary and lifelong Westmoreland resident, Carolyn Wilson, spoke about the history of the neighborhood organization and recognized founding members. WNO Special Projects Chair Sharon McCoy presented stories shared by neighbors, and Danville Vice Mayor Dr. Gary Miller shared personal stories from the space and community.

RETRO HOSPITALITY BECOMES LEADING OPERATOR OF BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN VIRGINIA WITH ADDITON OF THREE PROPERTIES

Retro Hospitality is proud to announce that it has expanded its unique collection of upscale boutique hotels with the addition of three distinguished properties: The Bee and The Holbrook, both in Danville, VA, and The Lofts at Downtown Salem in Salem, VA. With the recent additions to its portfolio, Retro Hospitality has become the largest operator of independent, boutique hotels within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

This milestone marks a significant achievement in Retro Hospitality's mission to deliver exceptional, personalized guest experiences while preserving the rich heritage and unique character of each property under its management. The new additions highlight the firm's continuing commitment to revitalizing and celebrating the local charm of Virginia's communities.

DAN RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION PRESENTS KAYAK SAFETY

DCC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION PRESENTS 4TH ANNUAL SUDS, SWINE, SIPPIN' & SONG FUNDRAISER

The Danville Community College Educational Foundation is excited to announce the 4th Annual Suds, Swine, Sippin' & Song fundraiser event, set to take place across two days on August 2 & 3 at the picturesque Motley's Mill Waterfall Estate. This highly anticipated event promises a delightful fusion of gourmet barbecue, delicious bourbon, and live music, all set against the stunning backdrop of Motley's Mill.

Event Details:

· Date: August 2 & 3, 2024

· Time: 5:30 – 10 p.m.

· Location: Motley's Mill Waterfall Estate, 527 Motleys Mill Road, Chatham, VA 24531

· Ticket Prices: $100 per person per day | $150 per couple per day

· Special Feature: V.I.P. bourbon tasting experience for an additional fee

· Must be 21 or older to attend

This year's Suds, Swine, Sippin' & Song – featuring two exciting days of festivities - will once again bring together a premier bourbon event to support the Danville Community College Educational Foundation. Attendees can look forward to sampling an array of rare bourbons, savoring mouth-watering barbecue, and enjoying live performances by talented musicians, Jeff Little Trio and WhiteOak Ramblers.

In addition to the main festivities, the event will feature a separate V.I.P. bourbon tasting, offering connoisseurs a chance to indulge in rare, premium bourbons. This exclusive experience is available for an additional fee and promises to be a highlight of the weekend

VIP Bourbon Tasting on FRIDAY:

· Old Rip Van Winkle – 10 Year

· Hibiki Harmony 100th Anniversary Edition

· Ragged Branch Secretariat Reserve

· Chris Stapleton Traveler – a Buffalo Trace Distilled Bourbon

VIP Bourbon Tasting on SATURDAY:

· Pappy Van Winkle 12 Year Reserve

· Yamazaki 12 Year

· Ragged Branch Secretariat Reserve

· Chris Stapleton Traveler – a Buffalo Trace Distilled Bourbon

"We are excited to host the 4th Annual Suds, Swine, Sippin' & Song at the beautiful Motley's Mill Waterfall Estate," said Dr. Shannon Hair, Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Development and Executive Director of the DCC Educational Foundation. "This event not only provides a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy some of the best food, drink, and music our region has to offer, but it also supports the vital work of the Danville Community College Educational Foundation. We look forward to welcoming everyone for a weekend of fun and philanthropy."

The Danville Community College Educational Foundation would like to thank all of the sponsors (to-date) that make Suds, Swine, Sippin’ & Song possible:

Premier Sponsor:

Hitachi Energy

Ambassador Sponsors:

Atlantic Union Bank Wealth Management

BrownEdwards

Caesars Virginia

Mountain Valley Pipeline

Rick Barker Properties

Signature Sponsors:

Appalachian Power

Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Dewberry

Elizabeth Ware Realtors

First Citizens Bank

Negril

Piedmont Printing & Graphics

SOVAH Health Danville

Tyson Foods

W&W Luxury Limousine Service

Event Partners:

Chief’s BBQ

Kickback Jacks

Motley’s Mill Historic Waterfall Estate

Jeff Little Trio

WhiteOak Ramblers

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Danville Community College Educational Foundation, helping to provide scholarships, enhance educational programs, and support student success initiatives at Danville Community College.

Tickets are now available for purchase online at the link below.

JOIN DANVILLE'S PROJECT IMAGINE FOR THEIR BACK TO SCHOOL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENT

RISE COLLABORATIVE PRESENTS GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING 101

RISE Collaborative is partnering with Crater Apex Accelerator to offer a Government 101 Workshop on Monday, June 22^nd from 12:00pm – 1:00pm at the SOVA Innovation Hub.

One-on-one appointments are also available with Lynne Mann at 9am, 10am, 11-11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:30pm.

It is free and open to all entrepreneurs and businesses interested in learning how to do business with the federal government through procurement of government contracts.

GENEDGE PRESENTS: YOUR ROLE WHEN YOU SUSPECT AN EMPLOYEE IS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL

MOVEMENT BANK TO HOST BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY'S BACK TO SCHOOL FESTIVAL

Pittsylvania County Community Action Needs Your Help!

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we have an exciting opportunity to

come together as a community to support our students and families. We are

reaching out to businesses, churches, and government officials to explore the

possibility of partnering for a back-to-school event on August 3rd at Hargrave

Military Academy.

Our vision is to create an event that not only equips students with the necessary

supplies and resources for a successful academic year but also fosters a sense of

unity and support within the Pittsylvania County community. By combining our

resources and efforts, we can maximize our impact and create a memorable

experience for all involved.

AVERETT UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES SPRING 2024 PRESIDENT'S & DEAN'S LISTS HONOREES

Averett University is pleased to announce the following traditional and online students were named to the president’s list for the spring 2024 semester after having a grade point average of 4.0.

Harshri Asher, Evelyn Balderrama, Nathaniel Ballard, Braeden Barber, Elena Barrett, Elisa Battermann, Jan Bohnenkamp, Harrison Booth, Zahiyah Bowens, Zamiyah Bowens, Faith Bowlin, Joseph Brandon, Nicholas Breen, Kelly Campbell, Daniel Cancro, Javion Carter, Samantha Casey, Paris Cole, Saige Cooke, Kayley Craig, Shannon Cramer, Sarah Crum, Breana Dajer, Suzanna Davis, Amanda Doss, Maja Ekaengen Kindberg, Austin Englehart, Trinity Evans, Nneka Ezechukwu, Stephanie Ferguson, Jessica Fountain, Cameran France, Fredrik Friberg, Hannah Gammons, Olivia Garner, Youshique Gilbert, Brianna Gill, Timothy Goldsmith, Carlotta Gonzalez Fernandez, Bobbie Goodman, Keira Gunning, Mauri Hairston, Karen Harrell, Casey Hatchett, Alexia Hawker, Erin Hayes, Kristina Heffinger, Aubrey Hendrickson, Asa Herndon, Ana Herrera, Daniel Hicks, Micah Holt, Jihnez Hutchinson, Ella Jabaley, Da’Janeaia Johnson, Jaleel Jones, Micah Jones, Hailey Juhasz, Gracyn Kean, Abigail Keith, Jarno Kelander, Haley Keys, Siddhi Khandelwal, Emily Killian, Oliver Kousholt, Taylor Laforest, Ayden Lawrence, Eben Leigh, Brenda Light, Anton Lindberg, Lisa Lindstroem, Lori Lister, Austin Long, Madeline Lowell, Mackenzi Luckenbaugh, Brayden Lynch, Jamie Lynskey, Sarah Lysohir, Hallie Maloney, Megan McClelland, Hannah McNeill, Jeremy Meier, Laura Meyer, Nathanael Mills, Ridge Mills, Zachary Miloszar, Colby Morris, Sydney Mounce, Jaeden Mukkaladyil, Aaron Mulroy, Travis Murray, Mwansa Mweo, Mackenzie Newcomb, Alejandro Nielfa, Finn Oakley, Kimberly Ofosu, Samantha Overton, Alison Parks, Sierra Patten, Todd Patton, Cody Payne, Brandan Perkinson, Ashley Platt, Brayton Powers, Ashley Putt, Azael Quintero Valdez, Salla Raatikainen, Armone Redd, Alexandria Renquinha, Linzee Reyes, Mario Rodriguez, Lucas Rouch, Morgan Rouch, Tyrone Russell, Brittany Salas, Lucia Sanchez Diez, Corey Schmidt, Amelie Schroder, Kamryn Shelton, Kalee Smith, Linda Stefanick, Kaci Stephenson, Diane Stewart-Harris, Dilara Sultanova, Imani Swann, Liam Taylor, Jacob Tosh, Austin Turner, Jack Turner, Gwendilynn Valencia, Katlin Van Dyke, Alyssa Veasey, Kaycee Vella, Daniel Villarroel, Joshua Von Eime, Shakima Walker, Hannah Walton, Alexandra Wells, Allison White, Jeffrey Williams, Tiffany Wilson, Amber Wrenn, Emily Yeatts, Abby Yencha, Evelyn Young, Matias Yritys, Hannah Zabik.

The following traditional and online students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester after having a grade point average of 3.4 or above.



Madison Adams, Katelin Agnew, Madison Akers, Jestine Ali, Rachel Allen, Caitlin Alperstein, Madison Anderson, Sandra Caraballo Andraca, Olivia Appelberg, Garrett Arner, Courtney Bailey, Aidan Barber, Ethan Barnhart, Briana Battinelli, Kenley Batts, Shantel Bell, Niara Black, Alana Blair, Tara Blevins, Kalee Boltz, Sheyenne Boubion, Jacob Bowden, Talphinnie Branch, Angellyn Brede, Aubrie Brescher, Rebecca Briones, Abigail Briscoe, Brandt Brophy, Malena Brown, Ethan Brunell, Jonthomas Buckley, Brooke Burke, Cortney Burris, Dkyieon Byers-Henderson, Christopher Byrd, Cooper Carter, Kaitlin Cashman, Laquelle Charlton, Jada Christopher, Matthew Clark, Danielle Cohen, Christopher Collins, Nathan Comer, Jeanna Cook, Kayla Cooper, Makayla Cornelius, Tabitha Crea, Sydney Crews, Ashley Cullen, Zachary Darnell, Nikita Dashkov, Porsha Davis, Carlie Deason, Elizabeth Dewald, Bobbie Dillon, Tyler Dishner, Alex Donnelly, Shea Donoghue, Kishana Douglas, Jenna Drew, Clemente Edgecombe, Cole Edwards, Carter Erickson, Stormy Ermatinger, Stephanie Escobedo Cisneros, Amanda Farley, Khymarrii Marie Farquharson, Antoinique Ferguson, Robert Ferguson, Nicolette Ford, Maurice Fowler, Jenna Franklin, Kazuki Fukushima, Courtney Gambaro, Cevanna Gammon, Julia Garcia, Moises Garcia Avila, Maxime Gaudry, Trent Gauldin, Nolan Gerwitz, Rachel Green, Nikia Gregory, Caden Grider, Gabrielle Griffin, Christopher Grimsley, Lisanne Guiaux, Cliresa Hall, Lacey Hall, Courtney Haraway, Draven Harger, Tanner Harris, Mary Hawkins, Thomas Heaney, Carol Henley, Emma Hewitt, Salem Hill, Krista Hinebaugh, Dawson Hobbs, Caela Howerton, Kamille Humberstad, Dailey Hutcherson, Maiju Hyvarinen, Emily Ingold, Matthew Isom, Erica Johnson, Matthew Johnson, Paige Johnson, James Jones, Hannah Jones, Jocelin Jones, Skylar Jones, Maddox Jordan, Ruusu Juonala, Elyse Keeney, Annika Kellerer, Dylan Kendrick, Tiffany Kistler, Brianna Larios-Gutierrez, Makia Law, Daniel Lilley, Seth Llewellyn, Joseph Lombay, Vanessa Long, Anibal Lopez, Halen Lowman, Hugo Maireles, Amy Manzano, Sophia Marshall, Lady Martin, Taylor Mastin, Kayla Matherly, Megan Matze, Tallman McBride, Maureen McCallum, Dakota McDaniel, Ian McGlamery, Devyn McIvor, Kylie McWhorter, Breanna Mell, Cassidy Merricks, Shane Michel, Ashlee Miller, Emma Miller, Gianna Minafo, Makhia Mitchell, Thomas Mitchell, Carmen Moore, Cody Morphis, Luke Moschler, Rhonda Moss, Jesse Mustajoki, Ashley Navarro, Alyssa Nelson, Haley Newton, Leilanie Nichols, Deaken Nodine, Jadyn Nuckles, Daniel Olasoko, Judith Okene, Andrea Orange, Anthony Orlando, Millie Ouk, Abigail Owen, Manuela Pacheco Gonzalez, Hope Parrish, Dominic Pascoe, Taylor Patterson, James Pech, Michael Pellegrino, Katina Perkins, Casey Peterson, Alexis Pollard, Colton Price, Talia Prosper, Brianna Rawls,, Ariana Reese, Brandon Reid, Rebecca Renteria-Boucher, Donajuan Richards, Jarod Ribordy, Katherine Roach, Angela Rodriguez, Miguel Rodriguez Lamana, Aniesh Rolle, Sheyla Romero, Aliaksandr Rudy, Audrey Russell, Brianna Sams, Abigail Sander, Gabrielle Santos, Riley Sargent, Unique Savage, Spencer Schaper, Jordan Sconing, Emma Sealer, Kristen Serrano, Mary Shelton, Travis Shoemake, Drew Skinner, Ari-Anna Smith, Shaleta Smith, Andrew Smuck, Daysha Snipes, Jonathan Soriano, Kiara Spencer, Addison Stanfield, Mandy Stanley, John Stewart Godino, Christopher Stovall, Azariah Strachan, Taylor Sullivan, Brittany Terry, Trevor Testerman, Christopher Thomas, Selena Thompson, D’Markus Tucker, Stephen Tuggle, Maria Tumminello, Lita Van, Jaime Vazquez Sanjurjo, Alexander Vidmo, Jacoby Anne Villanada, Haley Wade, Hannah Wade, Shannon Wagoner, Mackenzie Wahl, Trista Walker, Aaron Watson, Koreyana Webb, Sebastian Weijdegard, Kirsten Wellons, Teagan Wesbey, Nia Wesley-Jones, Allie Wilkerson, Ashlynne Williams, Ezekiel Williams, JaMeika Williams, Mason Williams, Carrie Wilson, Kadence Woodlief, Cherise Wooten, Ciarra Young Mikayla Young, Nicole Zendarski.

THE CHAMBER INVITES YOU TO: 2025 PORTUGAL INTEREST MEETING

2025 International Trip Interest Meeting - Sunny Portugal

C I Destinations, in partnership with the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce, presents an International trip to Sunny Portugal, departing March 2025.

The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce will be coordinating a trip to Sunny Portugal which will depart on March 18, 2025. Highlights will include 7 nights at a 4 star hotel touring:

Fatima Obidos Batalha Porto Cabo Da Roca

Cascais Sintra Douro Valley Aveiro Coimbra Lisbon

The cost is $3,699 per person which includes roundtrip airport transportation, seven nights of hotel accommodations at 4-star hotels, 11 meals (seven breakfasts, one lunch, and three dinners), sightseeing, a professional tour manager, baggage handling and hotel transfers..

Book by August 30, 2024 and Save $100 per person!

To learn more about the travel plans for March 2025, please register for the zoom call scheduled for Tuesday, August 13 at 6:00 p.m.

Register at the link below for the Interest Meeting.

To register for the trip, call Crystal Hairston at 434.836.6990 option 1 or email: crystal@dpchamber.org

Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce

www.dpchamber.org

(T) 434.836.6990 | (F) 434.836.6955

150 Slayton Avenue | Danville, VA 24540