Regional Insights
Airing quarterly, these dynamic forums bring the Shenandoah Valley to life through the voices of the people shaping its future.
We dive into key topics tied to economic growth, highlighting the stories, partnerships, and initiatives fueling our region’s prosperity. So pull up a seat and join us…At the Table.
The Intersection of Education, Workforce Development & Community Collaboration
Air Date: November 2025
In this edition of our virtual forum, we explore how education, workforce development and community collaboration intersect and how the strong connections within rural communities offer a distinct advantage to both residents and business. Our guests for this episode include Paige Owens, Director of Technology and Career and Technical Education at Rockbridge County High School, Dr. John Rainone, President of Mountain Gateway Community College and Cadet Isaiah Glover of Virginia Military Institute located in Lexington, VA.
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Valley Roots: The Legacy & Future of Agriculture in the Shenandoah Valley
Air Date: August 2025
It’s fair season in the Shenandoah Valley! This edition of the At the Table forum comes to you straight from Virginia’s largest agricultural fair – the Rockingham County Fair! The fair is more than rides and entertainment. It’s a celebration of our deep agricultural legacy – after all, four of Virginia’s top five agriculture-producing counties are right here in our footprint, one of which is in the top 50 in the U.S. – and it’s a major economic driver for our region and supports our major food and beverage sector. We’ll chat with our guests about the rich history, why it remains vital today, and where the future of agriculture is headed.
What’s Blooming in Virginia?
Air Date: May 2025
In this edition of our At the Table forum we’re talking about What’s Blooming in Virginia. We share what’s on the horizon at the state local and more regionally in the Shenandoah Valley. Guests include Jason El Koubi, President and CEO of Virginia Economic Development Partnership and Olivia Wright, Business Development Manager with Shenandoah Valley Partnership.
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Talking Technology & Innovation
Air Date: March 2025
In our inaugural episode of At the Table, we’re talking technology and innovation in the Shenandoah Valley. Joining us are entrepreneur Peter Denbigh, director of the Shenandoah Valley Technology Council and JMU Research to Impact Leigh Evans and vice provost of Economic and Community Development with James Madison University Keith Holland. Our guests share how they’re connecting to the business community and driving innovation in our region and beyond.
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