This annual event, in conjunction with numerous state and local bar groups, celebrates Virginia's top women attorneys. They have been nominated based on their contributions to the legal community and professional accomplishments. Join us for a reception and an awards ceremony as we honor these great women.

Everyone needs professional development in order to grow into and beyond their potential. This conference is first class professional development right in your own backyard! A day filled with national motivational and interactive speakers, speed networking, resource exhibitors and breakout sessions covering topics of interest to all businesses and business professionals regardless of where they are on their growth path. This is a MUST if you are ready to unlock your potential (UP)?!

2020 Diversity Forum The Business Case for Diversity & Inclusion Join us as we present the Business Case for Diversity & Inclusion. The Chamber will provide empirical data on perspectives and beliefs currently held by The 757 business community on D&I. Attendees will leave not with an anecdote, but with information that can be used immediately. The Hampton Roads Chamber will present the region's first-ever D&I benchmark assessment, which will allow The 757 to measure itself against other regions.

The Career Center Staff at Hampden-Sydney College would like to invite you to our Spring 2020 Career and Internship Fair on February 20, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Guest Speakers:  Tracie Gallahan, Senior Vice President, Mortgage Division Manager, First National Bank Cindy Ferguson, Director for the Center for Community Engagement and Bonner Leader Program, University of Lynchburg We all need people in our lives to fan the flame and help us keep our lights shining.  This evening will do just that!  Enjoy a glass of wine, connect with others & be inspired by the wisdom of some amazing female professionals who will help you “fan the flame” within you!…

Join fellow alumni and friends for a panel discussion with women leaders before a casual networking reception. The panel will discuss personal pathways and experiences in male dominated industries, the importance of female networks, and paving the way for other women in STEM. Registration is $10 in advance and $15 the day of the event, and includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and wine and beer. Bring your friends!

The purpose of the Chamber Business Diversity Council is to grow and support minority businesses by facilitating the startup of new businesses and the successful running of existing businesses. Monthly meetings include networking, guest speakers, activities and more. 4th Tuesday of every month 12-1:30 p.m. Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 2nd Floor of the Jefferson School City Center Fees/Admission Free to attend but you must register Contact Information Andrea Copeland-Whitsett Send Email

The City of Richmond’s Office of Minority Business Development (OMBD) and other partners are offering a Construction Workshop Series to assist contractors in improving their procurement opportunities by developing their technical skills and knowledge. The goal is to arm local contractors, especially minority contractors, with professional development in order to increase their procurement success in Richmond. The series consists of ten intensive lessons that will focus on different areas of contracting. Subject areas include project management, project expectations, understanding contracts,…