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TCFHR launches new programs to strengthen organizational leadership and capacity-building
New programming at the Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham will strengthen local nonprofit leaders and their organizations through professional development, capacity-building, and collaboration. The Rocco Fellowship, a coaching program for nonprofit leaders, launches its first cohort in September 2026. The fellows, selected through a competitive application process, will participate in nine monthly group sessions led by an executive coach.Learn more about the Rocco Fellowship. A new
X-Roads Advisory’s George Neighbors Reflects on Inaugural ICF Virginia Summit and role on panel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE X-Roads Advisory’s George Neighbors Reflects on Inaugural ICF Virginia Summit, Celebrating the Power of Coaching Community HARRISONBURG/ROCKINGHAM, VA – May 18, 2026 – X-Roads Advisory is pleased to share reflections from George Neighbors following the historic inaugural ICF Virginia Summit held April 28 in Richmond, VA. The event marked a significant milestone for the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Virginia Chapter, the state's leading professional organization dedicated
X-Roads Advisory’s George Neighbors Receives Adjunct Service Award at Blue Ridge Community College
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE X-Roads Advisory’s George Neighbors Receives Adjunct Service Award at Blue Ridge Community College HARRISONBURG/ROCKINGHAM, VA – May 18, 2026 – X-Roads Advisory is proud to announce that Principal George Neighbors has been honored with the Adjunct Service Award for Workforce Solutions during the Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) Annual Awards Ceremony held May 18. The recognition underscores Neighbors' enduring commitment to bridging the gap between educational institutions,
Flora Pettit Attorneys Selected to Virginia Super Lawyers and Rising Star Lists
Flora Pettit is pleased to announce that four of its attorneys have been honored by selection for inclusion in the 2026 Virginia Super Lawyers lists. Three of Flora Pettit’s attorneys have been recognized for inclusion in the “Virginia Super Lawyers” list and one of its attorneys has been named to the “Virginia Rising Stars” list. Super Lawyers is a rating service of lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The annual
Salon Finances in Harrisonburg: Seven Strategies to Protect Your Margins
Running a beauty salon in the Shenandoah Valley takes more than talent behind the chair. According to Booksy's analysis of salon and small business data, poor cash management is the cause of 82% of small business failures — and 20% of small businesses fail within their very first year. The good news is that with the right financial habits in place, salon owners in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County can build businesses that hold up through slow seasons and grow over time.Know What's Eating Your
Before the Storm: How Harrisonburg Small Businesses Can Recession-Proof Their Operations
Recession-proofing your business means building resilience before conditions force it — not scrambling mid-contraction. The Federal Reserve found that 56% of small employer firms struggled to cover operating expenses in a stable economy; a downturn compounds that pressure fast. For Harrisonburg businesses navigating JMU's seasonal revenue cycles and Rockingham County's manufacturing base, the window to prepare is open now.Does Your Business Have More Than 27 Days of Cash? Picture two shops facing the
When Every Hire Counts: Smart Hiring Practices for New Harrisonburg Businesses
Hiring well is one of the most consequential decisions a new business owner makes — and the cost of getting it wrong is far higher than most people expect. A bad hire costs at least 30% of that employee's first-year earnings, with total replacement costs reaching one to two times their annual salary. In Harrisonburg's growing economy, where your early team members shape your culture, your customer experience, and your reputation, building a deliberate hiring process from day one is worth the
Creating a More Secure and Reliable IT Foundation
For the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce and its members, business resilience is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s a daily requirement. From cyber threats and severe weather to supply chain disruptions and remote work demands, local businesses in Rockingham County face the same digital risks as national firms—often with fewer resources. A strong IT infrastructure is not about having the newest gadgets. It’s about building systems that keep your business running, protect your data, and adapt
Virtue Solar: Is Solar Still Worth It Without the Federal Tax Credit?
Virtue Solar, a solar installation company in Virginia, publishes new analysis showing solar remains a strong investment despite the elimination of the 30% residential tax credit — and explains why demand is actually accelerating. VIRGINIA — With the 30% federal residential solar tax credit eliminated by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as of December 31, 2025, homeowners across the country are asking the same question: Is Solar Still Worth It Without the Tax Credit? Virtue Solar, a Virginia-based
