
Workforce Woes
We’re taking a deep dive into labor shortages, prospecting, employee retention, and finding the time to juggle it all.
11.3M
Open jobs in the U.S.
7
average job openings at RVA businesses
6M
Unemployed workers in the U.S.
5
average weekly applicants at RVA businesses
Join the discussion on workforce with other local, independent businesses.
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Our roundtables connect you with other local business owners to meet, collaborate, and grow together.
By being part of a small group of professionals who meet on workforce problems, you can all use your collective experience and knowledge to solve problems, advise one another, and become stronger.
By joining in on a roundtable, you can:
- Take part in open, confidential discussions about topics that align with today’s local business climate
- Learn and share best practices
- Build relationships with peers
- Take time to hyper-focus on a single, important business issue
How often do Roundtables meet?
Members of each Roundtable commit to four bi-monthly meetings. Each meeting lasts an hour and a half.
Who can participate?
RVA-owned and independent business teams. All premium-level membership holders – and up to four additional staff members – are eligible to participate in the program.
How do I get started?
Once you logged into your Premium membership account, then complete the roundtable matching form. We’ll use the information to correctly match you with a group.
Meet the Workforce Mentors

Through the mentorship program, you and your team members can learn from a successful business person who lives and works right here in the Richmond region.
Meet with a mentor who understands the local business climate and its challenges with the workforce.
Who can participate?
RVA-owned and independent business team members. All premium-level members – and up to four additional staff members – are eligible to participate in the program.
How do I get started?
Once you are logged into your Premium InUnison account, complete the Mentor interest form. We’ll use this information to match you or a team member with the right Mentor.