Onward Serves as Judge for Radford University’s Highlander Research Blitz
For the second year in a row, Samantha Livesay, Senior Director of Business Engagement, had the privilege of serving as a judge for Radford University’s Highlander Research Blitz — a […]
Onward NRV Connects with Students at NRCC Job Fair Expo
On April 2, Onward New River Valley participated in the New River Valley Job Fair Expo hosted at New River Community College. The event brought together students, job seekers, and […]
Onward Showcases NRV Experience at Livability Event
On March 26, 2025, Talent Strategies Coordinator Max Davenport shared insights about the NRV Experience internship program at the 11th Annual Livability in Action Regional Exchange, held at German Club […]
Onward Represents NRV at WorkTruck Week
Onward New River Valley (NRV) recently attended WorkTruck Week from March 4-7 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Hosted by the NTEA Work Truck Association, this annual event is North America’s largest work […]
Onward NRV Hosts Inaugural Spring Investor Breakfast
On Thursday, March 20th, Onward NRV welcomed investors to Warm Hearth Village for the organization’s inaugural Spring Investor Breakfast. The event featured Virginia Deputy Secretary of Commerce and Trade Maggie […]
Onward NRV Host Multi-Regional Talent Summit at Radford University
On March 13, 2025, over 120 business leaders, educators, and workforce professionals gathered at Radford University’s Artis Center for Adaptive Innovation and Creativity for the second annual Future of Talent […]
Onward NRV Engages Atlanta Site Selectors with I-81 Corridor Group
Katie Boswell, Executive Director of Onward NRV, recently traveled to Atlanta, Georgia, with the Virginia’s I-81 Corridor Marketing Group. She was accompanied by Julia Boas, Director of Business Investment of […]
Onward NRV Showcases Elevate NRV at WEDN
On February 13, 2024, Senior Director of Business Engagement Samantha Livesay had the privilege of representing Onward NRV as a panelist at the Women’s Economic Development Network (WEDN) Learn and […]
Onward NRV Participates in Economic Development Panel
On February 6th, Onward NRV Executive Director Katie Boswell participated as a panelist for the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs & Issues. Held at Warm Hearth Village in Blacksburg, […]
Onward Issues Press Release About NRV Economic Growth
Rural Resurgence: Virginia’s New River Valley Outpaces Urban Hubs in Economic Growth Regional Collaboration Creates a Driving Force for Rural Revitalization BLACKSBURG, VA. (January 20, 2025) – Virginia’s […]