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F&M Bank Welcomes Rachel Clancy as Director of Treasury Management
F&M Bank is pleased to welcome Rachel Clancy as Director of Treasury Management. In her new role, Clancy will lead the bank’s treasury management team and help businesses identify solutions that improve cash flow, simplify payments, strengthen fraud protection, and support more efficient financial operations. Clancy brings nearly 18 years of banking and financial services experience, including roles in customer service, bank operations, branch leadership, commercial banking, and treasury management.
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Blue Ridge Safety Association Announces Annual Safety Conference
The Blue Ridge Safety Association is pleased to announce the line up of speakers for their Annual Safety Conference, Friday, September 25th from 9-3:30 on the campus of Blue Ridge Community College in the Plecker Workforce Center. A dynamic and engaging group of presenters will inspire and re-invigorate participants as they focus on creating safe and healthy workplaces. Nick Hulse with Fisher Phillips will provide a Virginia & Federal OSHA update focused on enforcement and regulatory priorities. He will
FLORA PETTIT ATTORNEYS NAMED IN THE 2027 EDITION OF THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA
Flora Pettit announces that seven of its lawyers were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of TheBest Lawyers in America®. The attorneys listed include Michael E. Derdeyn, John W. Flora, Richard H. Howard-Smith, Donald D. Long, Marc A. Peritz, Jennifer E. Shirkey, and Cathleen P. Welsh.Mr. Derdeyn was selected in the practice area of Commercial Litigation; Mr. Flora was selected in the practice area of Tax Law, and Trusts and Estates; Mr. Howard-Smith was selected in the
Thirteen nonprofit leaders named to inaugural Rocco Fellowship
Thirteen nonprofit professionals in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County area have been selected for the first cohort of Rocco Fellows. The nine-month fellowship, offered by the Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and funded by the Rocco Legacy Endowment, supports professional development and group coaching sessions. This first cohort will be coached by George Neighbors, of X-Roads Advisory. Applicants came from a range of backgrounds and experience representing various roles
NewBridges Immigrant Resource Center - Gala Tickets Available
Want to support immigrants in your community? August 15th is the final day to purchase tickets to attend NewBridges' upcoming gala. To purchase individual tickets or to host a table, click here.
Hantzmon Wiebel CEO Jennifer S. DuBois Recognized as 2026 Virginia Business Women in Leadership Honoree for Second Consecutive Year
Charlottesville, VA —August 3, 2026 — Hantzmon Wiebel LLP is proud to announce that CEO and Managing Partner Jennifer S. DuBois, CPA, CGMA, has been recognized by Virginia Business magazine as a 2026 Women in Leadership honoree. This marks Jennifer’s second consecutive year receiving the distinction, making her both a two-time honoree and part of the inaugural Rising Circle, which recognizes multiple-year honorees whose leadership and accomplishments continue to make an impact across Virginia. The
AMANDA R. SANSONE JOINS FLORA PETTIT IN ITS CHARLOTTESVILLE OFFICE
Flora Pettit is pleased to announce that Amanda R. Sansone has joined the firm as an attorney in its Charlottesville office. Amanda focuses her practice on labor and employment law and commercial litigation. Amanda’s employment law practice supports businesses in a variety of industries with advice and counsel on high-stakes compliance issues. She has experience handling all phases of litigation in state and federal courts, in matters related to employment, commercial, and civil rights disputes. Prior to
Telamon is Fundraising School Supplies
Telamon is supporting Virginia students in getting Ready for the next School Year! Telamon is gearing up for back-to-school and we want to make sure every student walks in prepared, confident, and ready to learn. We have put together an Amazon wish list with much-needed supplies for our students. These items will directly support over 300 high school and college students across Accomack, Augusta, Northampton, and Rockingham Counties! If you’re able to give—even just one item—it truly helps more than you
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
