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100 PEOPLE TO MEET IN 2023: Go-Getters
High achievers all, these Virginians are striving in their fields and communities, moving the needle for growth and progress. Allison “Ally” Bowersock Co-owner, RunAbout Sports Roanoke Ally Bowersock discovered as a child that physical activity was a good outlet for stress and for confidence-building, and she celebrated her 40th birthday in October by running […]
100 PEOPLE TO MEET IN 2023: Public Faces
From speaking for a massive federal contractor to being the voice of local news, these are the public-facing people who represent large endeavors. Lynette Allston Chief and chair emeritus, Tribal Council of the Nottoway Indian Tribe of Virginia; president, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Board of Trustees Drewryville Lynette Allston first visited the Virginia Museum […]
100 PEOPLE TO MEET IN 2023: Rainmakers
Through their efforts, these are the professionals who attract and grow businesses and funding, making the commonwealth wealthier. Laura Hayes Chalk Deputy director of economic development, Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development Virginia Beach In her previous role coordinating international business development for Virginia Beach, Laura Hayes Chalk launched the city’s international business incubator, enticing […[...]
100 PEOPLE TO MEET IN 2023: New Folks
They might be new to their positions, but they bring decades of experience and new vantage points to the table. Here’s a sampling of Virginians — some fresh faces, others familiar — who have recently taken on significant new roles. Kelsey Backe Foundation director, Norfolk Tourism Foundation Norfolk A fourth-generation Hampton Roads native, Kelsey Backe […]
100 PEOPLE TO MEET IN 2023: Angels
Saving lives, feeding the hungry and helping those most in need of aid, these Virginians make the commonwealth a better place through their passion, devotion and sacrifice. Donna Fortier CEO and founder, Mobile Hope Leesburg Donna Fortier was working at Inova Loudoun Hospital in 2011 as director of community affairs when she learned there […]
100 People to Meet in 2022
Even as the seemingly never-ending COVID-19 pandemic continues to accelerate hybrid and virtual work, one thing doesn’t change — your need to build social capital. Whether you’re Zooming or returning to in-person events, this third annual list of Virginians to meet in 2022 will introduce you to a variety of innovat[...]
100 People to Meet in 2022: New Folks
They might be new to their positions, but they bring decades of expertise and new vantage points to the table. Here’s a sampling of Virginians — some fresh faces, others familiar — who have recently taken on significant new leadership roles. Stephen Ambrose Chief climate scientist, Science Applications International Corp. Reston Hurricane Agnes slammed […]
100 People to Meet in 2022: Angels
Saving lives, feeding the hungry or helping those most in need, these Virginians make the commonwealth a better place through their passion, dedication and sacrifice. Dr. Sandy Chung CEO, Trusted Doctors; IT Medical Director, Pediatric Health Network; 2022 president-elect, American Academy of Pediatrics Fairfax Multitasker extraordinaire Dr. Sandy Chung is driven by her […]
100 People to Meet in 2022: Rainmakers
Through their efforts, these are people who attract and grow businesses and funding, making the commonwealth wealthier. Traci Blido Executive director, Virginia Career Works —Central Region Lynchburg Traci Blido hadn’t been looking for a new job. After a decade as Bedford County’s economic development director, she still found the work challenging. “When you have […]
100 People to Meet in 2022: Impact Makers
Whether battling climate change, fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion, or volunteering their leadership skills to make a difference in their communities, it’s all in a day’s work for these impactful Virginians. Traci J. DeShazor Deputy secretary of the commonwealth, director of African American outreach Richmond Being a part of Gov. Ralph Northam’s push […]
100 People to Meet in 2022: Innovators
Representing industries ranging from retail and fitness to tech and biosciences, these creative, visionary trendsetters and entrepreneurs keep the Old Dominion new and relevant. Lisa Alcindor Program element monitor, U.S. Air Force Alexandria Lisa Alcindor starts rapping in the middle of the Pentagon’s courtyard: “Prepped my plane, call it Rocket Ship. I’m outer space, […][...]
100 People to Meet in 2022: Builders
From architecture to construction, these are the professionals who are building Virginia’s future and leaving legacies in steel, brick and glass. Corey Clayborne Executive vice president, American Institute of Architects Virginia Richmond Corey Clayborne confesses that he did not make all A’s in his architecture design studio as a college student at Virginia […]
