The Greene County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the economic vitality and quality of life in the Greene County area so that the entire community shall prosper.
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Welcome to Ruckersville, Greene County!
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Please join us this month to hear from JABA!
Dan Corrow will be speaking about the Option Counseling Process and all that JABA in Greene has to offer. Sandra Davis will be sharing information on the Greene Senior Center.
January 14th at 2pm
Please register via the following link:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kwq2lUPTQV
January 2021 Chamber Chatter
Happy New Year!!! 🎊
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Chamber Chatter - January 2021
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Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has promoted Shawn McDonough to serve as REC’s Western Region Manager. REC’s western region includes portions of the counties of Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Frederick, Greene, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Stafford and Warren.The Thomas Jefferson Health District (TJHD) has changed its name to Blue Ridge Health District! This change reflects the District’s commitment to ensuring that public health services are inclusive and welcoming to all of the communities served. "Blue Ridge Health District" also aligns with other health districts in Virginia which are predominately named after regional geography.
“Changing our name is symbolic of the deeper work we are doing as an organization to create an inclusive, equitable environment for our staff and clients and to acknowledge and address the impact of racism on health,” said Dr. Denise Bonds, BRHD District Director. “Our mission is to ensure the health and wellbeing of all community members and it is critical that our name reflects all of the communities we serve.”
Keep an eye on social media channels as well as our updated website for more information about BRHD and its mission and goals in 2021.
Press release - REC Names New Western Region Manager
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has promoted Shawn McDonough to serve as REC’s Western Region Manager. REC’s western region includes portions of the counties of Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Frederick, Greene, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Stafford and Warren.
McDonough has over 31 years of experience in utility operations, including project management, engineering and leadership.
“Mr. McDonough is an accomplished project management professional and utility leader,” said John Arp, vice president of engineering, operation and power supply. “Since joining REC in 2010, he has been an integral part of the project management team and a key contributor on several large-scale projects.”
McDonough holds a Bachelor of Science in Electric Engineering from Youngstown State University and a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Hood College. He received his Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) in 2014. McDonough started at REC as a planning engineer, and became Director of Project Management in 2019. McDonough began his new role Dec. 20.
I hope Mr. McDonough is open to twinning power distribution and supply with broadband, a strategy that works for the utility and for the rural customer. Witness what Central Virginia Electric Cooperative is doing in Nelson County.
Welcome 2021!
Sunrise/Sunset Calendar courtesy of:
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From our friends at Charlottesville Radio Group:
Hello, Greene County Chamber Business Members –
I wanted to remind you about the RADIO marketing opportunity for your business through a grant from the EDA as a benefit to you as a Greene Chamber of Commerce member.
If you choose to participate, you will be included in over 150 mentions spread throughout our 6 stations. The main campaign is on 92.7, Cville Country and 97.5, 3WV, but messages will run across our other stations as well. I am currently filling up the calendar for 4 members to participate per month. As you may be aware, this is set up for all the Chamber members to share, so the intention is for you to run this for one month and then another member will take advantage of the program after you. As a member, you would receive approximately 35-40 words for your business. I will be happy to help you craft that message.
Your cost is ONLY $91 and I will send you an invoice that you will then pay to the Chamber. Once the one month campaign is over, if you wanted to look into an on-going campaign on our stations, I or one of my colleagues would be happy to assist you.
Please let me know if you would like additional information, or if you would like to go ahead and reserve your space NOW for a month between now and May.
RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW!
Best wishes for the holidays and the New Year,
Susan Terwilleger
Senior Marketing Consultant
Charlottesville Radio Group
susan@wina.com
Remote Office/Cell: 434-465-1290
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Rappahannock Electric Company President & CEO John Hewa joined the Chamber for a webinar presentation on December 16, 2020. Please click the link below to view the presentation if you were not able to attend live.
A very interesting and informational presentation from one of the Chambers excellent partners!!!
Click here to view the recording:
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Thank you to all who participated in this year’s Holiday Decorating Contest!
And the WINNERS are... 🌟🏆🌟
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Honorable mention goes to Web Weaving & Lawson Benefits, BOST!!!
Congrats to All!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Thank you!!! Merry Christmas!
Thank You SO MUCH!!! Merry Christmas to All~ 🎅 🎄
Thank you very much!
Happy Holidays from the BOST Benefits office! 🎁 🌟Lawson Benefits at Work Michelle Lawson Charlottesville Office
A great benefits business! Love the Bost benefits company and Mr. Lawson is amazing at what he does and explaining the best options! Highly recommend Bost Benefits!!
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If you have Holiday Specials that we may promote for your business, please email content to office@greenecoc.org.
Let’s keep the Green in Greene!
If you missed this year’s Quad County Business Summit, or wish to re-visit any of the very informative sessions, here is some helpful info!
You can now watch on demand the 2020 Quad County Business Summit! All videos are uploaded the Quad County Business Summit website: www.qcbsummit.com.
An email will ge sent to membership with the links to each of the sessions.
Quad County Business Summit | Networking, Resources | Central Virginia
www.qcbsummit.com
The Quad County Business Summit brings together local businesses for a half-day of networking, education, and free resources available to them right here in Central Virginia.Meet and Greet!!!
New Dean of Workforce Services at PVCC, Dr. Christy Hawkins.
December 15th 1pm via Zoom -
vccs.zoom.us/j/89004976138
Meeting ID: 890 0497 6138
Still looking for gift ideas and want to support a local business? Give the gift of Touchstone Manor this year with a lodging stay or movie/game night experience!
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Join us for a Virtual Event!!!
December 16, 2020 at 11:00 AM
REC President & CEO, John Hewa, will be speaking about REC and new developments in the County.
Register in advance for this webinar:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9jOOfAJeQ1uN-kSmawX2fg
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Mr. Hewa spoke before the Board of Supervisors last month. We covered a lot but one of the things I personally asked him to do is to help Greene County solve its rural broadband issue. We know REC can't do it all but I asked that they be "part of the solution." He received those comments very well and made a good first impression on the Board.
December 2020 Chamber Chatter
Chamber Chatter - December 2020
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The definition of “business as usual” is changing on a daily basis. As another avenue for promotion to the entire Charlottesville area, we wanted to remind everyone that The Greene County Chamber of Commerce (“Chamber”) with generous support from the Greene Economic Development Author...December 2020 Sunrise/Sunset Calendar courtesy of Billy Arbour!
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REC Names New Vice President of Engineering, Operations and Power Supply -
John Arp, P.E. has been promoted to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) executive leadership team as Vice President of Engineering, Operations and Power Supply. In this role, he will oversee system planning, engineering and technical services, ensuring the successful implementation of the Cooperative's strategic plan.
“Mr. Arp is a talented and accomplished engineer who brings more than 21 years of diverse utility, engineering and leadership experience,” said John Hewa, President and CEO. “His expertise in engineering, design, and operations and construction will be a strong addition to REC’s executive team.”
Joining REC in 2012 as an engineering supervisor, Arp has since served as director of System Planning and Engineering, and, most recently, as Western Region manager. In his most recent positon, Arp has promoted REC’s safety-first culture and service to members. During his time at REC, Arp has led several system-wide projects:
· A multi-year, high-value project that improved circuit efficiency and reduced operating costs;
· Developed distribution and sub-transmission automation schemes that have improved reliability for members;
· Worked with industry experts to design and implement a customized system-wide over-voltage protection scheme.
Arp holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Tennessee Technological University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia and Pennsylvania. He completed REC’s Leadership Development Program in 2018, has completed NRECA's Cooperative Financial Professional Certification program, and is currently completing NRECA’s Management Internship Program. Arp begins his new role December 1.
Press Release & More Information -
It is with great pleasure that we announce that Stanardsville's annual Christmas celebration will continue this year—albeit in a modified manner. The Red, White, Blue 'n Greene County Christmas Cruise Thru Light Display will take place on December 12th starting at 5:30 PM on Monroe Drive at the Greene County school complex.
We ask your continued support by sharing this free, family-friendly event on your community calendars and sharing it with your members and viewership. We also hope that you will consider placing a light display, float, or other parade entry into the lineup as we seek to promote local charities, businesses and service organizations. Please also encourage any individuals that you know whom may have large Christmas light displays to consider entering the event as we hope to leave a strong impression on the children who attend.
We would like to thank Dr. Whitmarsh and the Greene County School System for allowing us use of their parking lot to hold this event. We would also like to thank the Thomas Jefferson Health Department for reviewing and approving our plans to insure that our guests might remain safe and still enjoy a taste of normalcy this holiday season.
Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns.
With gratitude and sincerest wishes for your safe and happy holiday season,
Michael Payne
Chair
Stanardsville Independence Day Committee
(540) 290-8344
