Onward NRV is Hiring: Director of Business Engagement

Onward NRV, a public/private economic development organization, is looking for a team-oriented individual who is creative and eager to promote the economic vitality of Virginia’s New River Valley. The Director […]
Onward NRV Launches Cost-of-Living Calculator & Relocation Guide

In June 2021, Onward NRV launched a cost-of-living calculator and relocation guide for Virginia’s New River Valley. Individuals looking to relocate to the region can use the calculator to compare […]
NRV Experience 2021 Kicks Off at Sinkland Farms

Onward NRV hosted a Kick-Off Event for the NRV Experience 2021 summer cohort at Sinkland Farms on June 3, 2021. During the event, interns learned about the NRV Experience program […]
Onward NRV Hosts Summer Investor Event at Calfee Park

Onward New River Valley hosted the organization’s Summer 2021 Investor Event at historic Calfee Park on Thursday, June 10, 2021. Onward NRV welcomed J.W. Martin, General Manager of the Pulaski […]
Onward NRV Featured on Business Matters

Executive Director Charlie Jewell appeared on a recent episode of Blue Ridge PBS’s Business Matters to discuss the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Virginia’s New River Valley. During […]
Work Talk Podcast Features Onward NRV Interview

Work Talk, a podcast discussing workforce trends in Virginia’s New River/Mount Rogers Region, recently interviewed Onward NRV’s Executive Director Charlie Jewell. Charlie spoke with host Marty Holliday, Executive Director of […]
Onward NRV Featured in NRV Housing Study Story on WDBJ7

Onward NRV was featured in a recent WDBJ7 news story about the state of housing in the New River Valley. WDBJ7’s Jen Cardone interviewed Director of Business Engagement James Cabler […]
Onward NRV Featured in WSLS NRV Passenger Rail Story

Onward New River Valley was featured in a recent WSLS news story about bringing passenger rail service to the New River Valley. James Cabler, Onward NRV’s Director of Business Engagement, […]
NRV COVID-19 Vaccine Updates Shared During Spring Investor Live Stream

Onward New River Valley hosted their Spring 2021 Investor Live Stream Event on Thursday, March 11, 2021. This virtual event discussed COVID-19 vaccines in a program titled, “NRV Vaccination Distribution […]
Virginia Business Features Industry Competitiveness Surveys

Virginia Business magazine featured the results of Onward New River Valley’s Industry Competitiveness Surveys in a recent article about 2020 business announcements in the region. The article, titled “A Diversified […]