As NVC’s NOVA Roadmap initiative approaches its first anniversary on July 21, 2026, the Government Relations team continues to advocate for the interests of Northern Virginia’s business community. In June, Austin Vitale stepped into the role of Government Relations Manager, succeeding Charlie Russ after spending the past 10 months as NVC’s Member Experience Manager. Before joining NVC, Austin served as …
How NVC’s NOVA Roadmap is Driving Northern Virginia’s Economic Competitiveness
Recently, NVC convened a series of executive discussions with business leaders, policymakers, and NOVA Roadmap Investors to advance the region’s economic competitiveness. These conversations focused on key policy priorities, including housing affordability and talent and workforce, all of which are critical to moving the NOVA Roadmap forward. As the NOVA Roadmap initiative approaches its first anniversary, NVC continues to advance …
We Are Defining the Next Generation of Leadership in the DMV
A first-of-its-kind regional initiative is underway, and we are asking you to nominate the rising leaders in your organization who will shape what comes next. At the Northern Virginia Chamber (NVC), our goal is to actively support and cultivate the next generation of leadership. As part of the NOVA Roadmap, we are launching our NextGen Leadership initiative to identify, elevate, …
NOVA Roadmap Progress Report Release
This week, NVC released its NOVA Roadmap Progress Report, outlining progress on its long-term economic strategy for Northern Virginia while highlighting ongoing pressures tied to affordability, workforce attraction and retention, and infrastructure capacity as the region continues to compete for investment, and as the Commonwealth seeks to regain its position as the best state for business. The report builds on …
How the 2026 General Assembly Will Change Northern Virginia Business
How are lessons from the 2026 session and the NOVA Roadmap shaping advocacy priorities for 2027? What happens during a General Assembly session has real consequences for Northern Virginia’s employers, workers, and communities. The 2026 session brought progress on key issues, setbacks on others, and important signals about what lies ahead. With more than 100 NOVA Roadmap bills tracked and …
2026 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session: NVC’s Legislative Priorities and Member Resources
The 2026 Virginia General Assembly legislative session is underway! NVC’s Government Relations Team is on the ground in Richmond advocating for NVC’s policy priorities. Throughout this year’s 60-day session, we encourage you to take advantage of the following free member resources to stay informed and track progress during the legislative session: 2026 Legislative Agenda: NVC’s advocacy efforts are guided by …
