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How We Help
Mentorship

One-on-one guidance from businesspeople who live and work right here in the Richmond region.

Roundtables

Connect with local business owners to grow and brainstorm together.

Local Advocacy

Bringing local RVA businesses lobbying efforts and legislative updates.

Local Support

Making it a breeze for our community to support and relish the offerings of our vibrant local businesses.

Learning Lab

A micro-learning center for locally owned, Richmond businesses.

Community Forum

An exclusive place for RVA businesses to connect and grow no matter the time or place.

Locally-Owned Certification

Become a certified locally-owned, greater Richmond business.

Healthcare Options

You may be eligible to participate in a new healthcare alliance in Virginia.
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Board Members

Leadership from Local Businesses

Directors provide leadership while embracing our mission, vision, and shared values.

Board MembersJolinda Smithson Anderson2023-01-27T14:14:03-05:00

Aaron Montgomery

Managing Partner, Montgomery Development Group
Catherine Cary

President, Bremo Pharmacies
Danielle Fitz-Hugh

Richmond Region Tourism
Dorothye Brodersen

CFO, Infotel Systems
Duncan Thomas

President/CEO, CarSource, Inc.
Jolinda Smithson Anderson

Owner, Shapes & Colors, by Jolinda
Kevin Reardon, Chair

President, Franco’s Fine Clothier
Lester Johnson

President, Mama J’s
Lisa McSherry

Owner, Lex’s of Carytown / Mamie’s Apothecary
Lucy O’Shields

Richmond Window Corp
Megan Schultz

Sports Backers
Michael Siewers

Vice President & Secretary, Siewers Lumber & Millwork
Nancy Thomas

President & CEO, InUnison
Pat Heaney, Vice-Chair

Co-Owner, Mango Salon
Sarah Paxton

President & Co-owner, LaDIFF
Scott Aronson, Immediate Past Chair

President, Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods
Steve Rosser

President, Gelati Celesti Ice Cream

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