All Together. Better.

Building lasting collaborative partnerships to advance economic development in the NRV.

As a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization,
public and private investments fund Onward NRV’s economic development efforts in Virginia’s New River Valley.

Without the support of our 120+ investors, the work of attracting and retaining jobs, investment, and talent in the region would not be possible.

MEET OUR INVESTORS

Chairman

The Department of Economic Development accomplishes its mission through strategies aimed at supporting the startup, retention and expansion of local companies as well as the attraction of new targeted industries to the community.

Contact: Brian Hamilton

The Center for Economic and Community Engagement can help your organization or community by providing research and university connections that will help you think strategically and find your pathway to economic growth.

Contact: John Provo

The Pulaski County Department of Economic Development (PCED) is the County's sales and marketing arm, the lead agency for attracting new business investment, encouraging the expansion of existing industry and small businesses.

Contact: Michael Solomon

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center (CNRV) is an award-winning 110-bed acute care facility offering modern medical ORs, state of the art technology (advanced imaging and robotic surgery) and multiple surgical and medical specialties.

President

Central to the New River Valley and bordering the New River, Radford offers many advantages to locating here.

Contact: Kim Repass

Giles county has several prime locations available and a healthy infrastructure to get you off to a strong start. Whether you are moving a current business or just starting out, our Economic Development staff will help you along the way.

Contact: Chris McKlarney

The Economic Development Office focuses on planning and development to facilitate orderly, responsible growth. We assist companies who wish to create or expand businesses and jobs in Floyd County. Staff also works to encourage geotourism in the County.

Contact: Lydeana Martin

Wheeler Digital is a full-service digital advertising company, serving the world from Roanoke, Virginia!

Contact: Cindy Rollison - 540-774-9200

Contact: Whitney Czelusniak

Learn more at AtlanticUnionBank.com

Contact: Nathan Hockersmith

Our advanced defense technology protects people and national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure. We search for new ways to provide our customers with a competitive edge across the air, maritime, land and cyber domains.

Celanese is The Chemistry Inside Innovation™ and we aspire to be the first-choice chemistry solution source for our customers.

General acute-care hospital delivering comprehensive healthcare

Contact: Lauren Dudley

New River Community College’s Office of Workforce Development fosters economic growth and development by helping provide an appropriately trained workforce for the New River Valley and the Commonwealth.

Contact: Mark Rowh - (540) 674-3600

Radford University will facilitate and support the City of Radford and the New River Valley as focal points for business, social, tourism and cultural activities.

Contact: Angela Joyner

Director

Ignite brings nearly two-decades of experience helping businesses succeed through their people. The NRV’s Talent & Leadership expert; providing HR and leadership consulting in the communities where we live, work & do business.

Contact: Wendy Glass - 540.250.7230

CowanPerry is a law firm focused on representing businesses and their owners.

Contact: Jim Cowan

S Consulting LLC and Kristina Rose Photography partner with Best Version Media to bring you local magazines: Christiansburg Neighbors and Blacksburg Living.

Contact: Sarah Hill - 703-372-1219

Established in 1989, IV Labs has been home to innovative chemistry and custom chemical manufacturing for over 30 years. Across its two divisions—Inorganic Ventures and MERGE Chemistry—IV Labs serves many industries.

Contact: Christopher Gaines

In every country in which we operate, our goal is to remain at the forefront of the fiber-cement industry, capitalizing on our global leadership in products, manufacturing and technology for both new home construction and remodeling.

New River Computing implements and supports forward-thinking technologies for high-performing companies.

Contact: Jeff Wynn - (540) 808-2900

Started in 2008, we began with the mission to provide affordable, quality senior living care for our Residents throughout Virginia, while providing a rewarding and enjoyable workplace for our Team Members.

Contact: Mike Williams - 540-443-8615

There’s no secret why Blacksburg, Virginia is consistently recognized as a great place to do business. With a moderate climate, safe neighborhoods, excellent quality of life, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Blacksburg has it all.

Contact: Matt Hanratty

Nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Christiansburg is the fourth largest town in Virginia. Christiansburg serves as the seat of Montgomery County and is home to approximately 23,000 residents.

Contact: Randy Wingfield

Branch Builds, Inc. is a premier Mid-Atlantic regional construction management and general contracting firm, headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia with additional offices in Richmond and Herndon, Virginia as well as Charlotte, North Carolina.

Contact: John Gardner

Brown Edwards, one of the Top 100 firms in the US, offers all the resources of a large firm but provides the personal service one expects from a small firm.

Contact: Mark Woolwine - 540.443.3606

Founded in 1956, Freedom First offers a wide range of banking services for people and businesses in the Roanoke, New River, Shenandoah Valleys and Central/SW Virginia. What sets us apart? Our shareholders are our members. We put your interests first.

Contact: Carie Kingery

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is a social enterprise dedicated to helping people overcome their life’s challenges. We provide employment training and job skills programs that empower people to achieve their fullest potential.

Contact: Angela Stanfill

Hollingsworth & Vose is a global leader in the supply of advanced materials for filtration, battery, and industrial applications.

Contact: Vince Hatcher - (540) 745-7653

Civil Engineering, Surveying, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental, and GIS

Contact: Keith Boyd - (540) 320-8432

Leidos is a leading IT managed service provider transitioning customers from traditional on-premise IT infrastructure to hybrid cloud solutions for better performance.

Contact: Wayne Whitlock - 540.808.4110

Moog Inc. is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Moog’s products are found in aircraft, satellites, launch vehicles, automated industrial machinery, marine and medical equipment.

Contact: (540) 552-2111

Salem Stone Corporation is a family owned aggregate producer comprised of a number of operating quarries with facilities in the Roanoke and New River valleys of Virginia, Southside Virginia and Northwestern North Carolina.

For more than 25 years, SAS Builders, Inc. has been a trusted and innovative builder in Virginia’s New River Valley. With headquarters in Blacksburg, we are a locally-owned real estate developer and construction and remodeling company

Spectrum Brands is a home-essentials company with a mission to make living better at home. We deliver innovative products and solutions to consumers for use in and around the home through our trusted brands.

Contact: Bradley Hudgins - 800-566-7899

Our consultative approach to understanding your business helps us customize solutions to address your company’s needs and goals. Our services include Capital Formation, Payment Solutions, Risk Management, Employee Benefits and Intellectual Capital.

Contact: Grayson Patterson

Born out of a need to translate Virginia Tech research to commercial potential, the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center has been home to 750+ organizations. With operations across Virginia, we are a destination for growth and space with purpose.

Contact: Elizabeth McClanahan - (540) 961-3600

Ambassador

ACI develops custom software solutions for technology driven companies. Our agile developers build web and mobile software that improves productivity and the bottom line. Software ghostwriters!

Contact: Henry M. Bass - (540) 552-7670

A collaborative team driving business growth, skilled in investor relationships, and poised for significant economic expansion, as we are redefining the Historic Town of Pulaski!

Contact: Todd Day

Contact: Jim McKeon - (800) 701-5909

Contact: Kelly Kendrick

Contact: Jessica Miller - (540) 951-2649

Mixing high-design sophistication with modern amenities, our attentive service promises a distinctive experience. For business or pleasure, embrace a fresh perspective on travel at the Highlander Hotel.

Avis Construction specializes in commercial and industrial construction. We provide general contracting, construction management, design/build, fast-track, pre-construction services, and budget estimating.

Contact: Jack Avis

Since 1967, Balzer & Associates has been providing architecture, civil & structural engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, and environmental services for clients across Virginia and beyond.

Contact: Steve Semones

Business Solutions is an independent brokerage firm located in Salem, Virginia. We simplify the complex world of employee benefits and deliver the same services to all clients regardless of size.

Contact: Drew Pollard - (540) 444-4000

Camrett Logistics is a SW Virginia based third party logistics services company offering a full range of 3PL services. Our 3PL logistics services include warehousing and distribution operations, contract warehousing, and fulfillment.

Contact: Cameron Peel

Citizens is a member-owned cooperative of fiber optic for Internet and transport throughout the NRV and Southwest Virginia. We offer local, regional, and global voice, video, and data solutions.

Contact: Lori Saltus

Inmotion US manufactures and delivers electric motors and controllers to the electrical vehicle industry. Our products help electrify the vehicle industry for a sustainable future. We support major OEM’s.

Contact: Phillip Hunt

Contact: (540) 633-3545

Contact: Laura Davis - (540) 982-8811

Founded in Blacksburg in 1891, National Bank is an independent community bank committed to personalized service and respect for every customer we serve. We provide quality financial products, employment, and community support at the local level.

Contact: Brad Denardo - 540-994-2100

Contact: Paul Johnson - (540) 731-3000

Segra owns & operates a dense fiber-optic infrastructure footprint that provides connectivity, cybersecurity, cloud & collaboration solutions, all backed by industry leading service and reliability.

Contact: Natalie Krohn - 715.965.0536

Contact: Georgia Anne Snyder-Falkinham

From first homes to forever homes, Stateson will tailor a home to fit your today and tomorrow. With communities in the NRV, Roanoke Valley, and Irvington, VA, Stateson will keep you comforted in all the ways only home can.

Contact: Sales Team - (540) 553-0544

Advocate

Contact: Kristen Greene - 757-628-2678

Contact: Scott Wallace - 540-381-4447

Contact: Ben Khandan-Barani - 540-818-7956

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Contact: Kelly Phillips - 540-320-9570

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Contact: Matt Huff - 540-982-2444

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Contact: Todd Murray - 1-866-223-8877

Contact: Reid Broughton

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Contact: Carmen Elliott - 540-357-2084

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Contact: Trevor Kimzey - (540) 381-6011

Contact: Grant Irby - 540-391-0207

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Contact: Lois James - 540) 355-1607

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Contact: Dan McKinney - (540) 639-2202

Contact: Dwayne Linkous - 540-577-7263

Contact: Jenna Phillips - (540) 320-6381

Contact: Cassidy Jones - (540) 961-1650

Contact: Lenore Weiss

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