SAVE THE DATE: CALM SOURCE RIBBON CUTTING EVENT

COUNTRYSIDE SERVICE COMPANY TO HOST BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

MOVEMENT BANK NEW LOCATION AND RIBBON CUTTING

WISECHOICE HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE SEMINAR

Date: February 20, 2024

Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Event Location:

Institute for Advanced Learning & Research

150 Slayton Avenue | Danville, VA 24540

(Auditorium)

Admission Info:

FREE!



Welcome Chamber Members & Prospective Members (non members)

The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield to host a seminar to provide businesses an opportunity to learn about the WiseChoice Healthcare Alliance. Formed from a 30-year partnership between the Virginia Chamber of Commerce and Anthem, WiseChoice is designed to help drive healthcare engagement and literacy that will lead to improved long-term health and lower healthcare costs for small businesses.

Through the partnership with Anthem, WiseChoice will provide members with the tools, resources, and financial protection to feel confident in their healthcare decisions. The Alliance is an important step forward in the expansion of access to better health coverage for small businesses, which account for over 90% of employers in the state.  

Employers gain access to WiseChoice through membership with the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce. To be eligible, employers must have between 2-50 employees and have their corporate headquarters located in Anthem’s Virginia service area.

There is no fee to attend but registration is required. Register here.

Thank you to our sponsors: Gateway Health, Lavinder Group & Associates, Relation Insurance, Designed Benefits of Virginia, and Gallagher Insurance.

GENEDGE & DCC PRESENT 6 COURSE LEADERSHIP TRAINING

We are pleased to announce that registration is live for the Leadership Development Training Series co-sponsored by The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce and Danville Community College! Details are below and attached.  

Please note that the class sized is capped at 20. 

We will be meeting on Thursdays from 1-5 at Danville Community College with the below schedule:

• February 29- Communications: Connect Through Conversations 
• March 14 - Coaching: Moving People Forward 
• March 28 Setting Goals and Reviewing Results 
• April 11 - Addressing Poor Performance 
• April 25 - Building and Sustaining Trust 
• May 9 - Resolving Workplace Conflict

FREE COMMUNITY TRAINING ON THE "GROUNDWATER APPROACH" BY RACIAL EQUITY INSTITUTE

The groundwater metaphor is designed to help practitioners at all levels internalize the reality that we live in a racially structured society, and that is what causes racial inequity. With this in mind, the groundwater metaphor shifts the focus away from the view of racism as personal bigotry and bias to a historical, cultural, and structural analysis of racism.

Participants will leave the training with an understanding of how systems produce unjust and inequitable outcomes, and will thus be better prepared to work for change.

Schedule:

• 10 am - 1 pm: Groundwater Approach Training with REI
• 1 - 1:45 pm: Lunch
• 1:45 - 3 pm: Debrief and Discussion with the Virginia Department of Health and The Health Collaborative's Health Equity Taskforce

Expectations:

Spaces are limited and all participants should be present and engaged for the duration of the workshop. Leaving or joining the training late can be disruptive to the flow and sharing of information. Out of respect to the trainers and other participants, please, only sign up for this training if you are prepared to stay the entire time!

This training is brought to you by The Health Collaborative, Dan River Nonprofit Network, Danville-Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Southside program, Virginia Department of Health, Virginia Rural Health Association, PATHS AHEC, and Averett University's Center for Community Engagement and Career Competitiveness.

SEATING IS LIMITED (ONLY 23 SEATS LEFT) REGISTER NOW!

DISCOVER VIBRANT & CHARMING ACCOMMODATIONS AT THE HOLBROOK HOTEL

Nestled in the heart of Danville Virginia’s Old West End, The Holbrook Hotel welcomes guests to a truly distinctive boutique hotel experience that seamlessly blends historic charm with creative inspiration. Embracing the playfulness of midcentury modern luxury, this colorful haven invites guests to indulge in comfort, beauty, and excellent hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a short getaway or an extended stay.

Historic Charm in the Old West End: Situated in the historic Old West End neighborhood of Danville, The Holbrook Hotel pays homage to the area's rich history. Our story began in 1957, originally built for a group of nine doctors. The Holbrook’s two buildings occupy a pivotal and historic location at the crossroads of the Old West End and the historically Black professional neighborhood known as Holbrook-Ross. Now, our campus is a distinctive and historic property, and on the official National Register of Historic Places.

Creatively Inspired Boutique Experience: The Holbrook Hotel takes pride in offering a boutique hotel experience that is both creatively inspired and artistically curated. From the lobby to the guest rooms, every corner of the hotel reflects a commitment to the playfulness of mid-century modern luxury with a vibrant and stylish atmosphere that sets it apart from traditional accommodations. Guests can expect a visually appealing environment that complements their desire for both comfort and aesthetics.

Extended Stay Opportunities: Whether you're planning a weekend retreat, a business excursion, or a long-term stay, The Holbrook Hotel provides an inviting space for guests to make themselves at home. The hotel's warm and welcoming ambiance, paired with attentive service, ensures a memorable and enjoyable experience. Our deluxe rooms and suites, featuring kitchenettes, are fully stocked with all guests might need, adding an extra layer of convenience for those choosing a longer stay.

From the comfortable accommodations to the historic neighborhood featuring local eateries, shops, and attractions, The Holbrook Hotel invites travelers to step into a world where every detail is carefully considered to enhance the overall guest experience.

To celebrate its grand opening, The Holbrook Hotel is pleased to offer an exclusive opening rate of 20% off for stays during the months of January and February 2024. For reservations, please visit www.theholbrookdanville.com or give us a call at 434-234-5040.

Embark on a journey where history meets creativity at The Holbrook Hotel Danville – a comfortable, beautiful, and truly wonderful place to spend your next getaway.

DANVILLE CONCERT ASSOCIATION PRESENTS FOREVER YOUNG

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 6:30 PM

HISTORIC NORTH THEATRE

DANVILLE, VA

Tickets $40 for adults, $15 for students 18 and under

Purchase tickets online: eventbrite.com

Purchase on site: Karen's Hallmark, The Ginger Bread House,

Culture Restaurant and Grill

Get ready to embark on a musical journey down memory lane with Forever Young - a group of best friends who share a passion for music! Their parents' eclectic record collection serves as the backdrop for their musical journey as they take you back to the moments where the music they found was all that really mattered. With each member's introduction, you'll feel the nostalgia and joy of the music that changed their lives forever. From rock to pop, and everything in between, this multi-talented cast will have you singing along and tapping your feet to the beat. So come join us and relive the memories of the greatest hits of all time!

CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL PARTNERS WITH DISTRICT C TO RUN TEAMSHIP PROGRAM

Chatham High School (Chatham, VA) is partnering with District C to run a Teamship program for high school students in March.

During the Teamship program, students will be working in small teams, coached by a trained coach, to solve real problems for real businesses. Local businesses are invited to participate in this program as a business problem provider! The commitment would be a total of 3 student meetings between March 1 - April 15.

To get a sense of the impact of this program, check out this 3-minute video from the Johnston County version of this program last summer!

To learn more, contact Laura Quarin at laura@districtc.co

SOUTHERN VIRGINIA REGIONAL ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS SUMMIT

IALR & CHAMBER PARTNER TO PRESENT SMART SEMINARS

THREE-PART SERIES ON HOW TO USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR BUSINESS COMING TO DAN RIVER REGION. 

The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce and the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) are partnering through the Wonder Community of Lifelong learning to offer SMART Seminars. This three-part series is designed exclusively for business owners eager to revolutionize their marketing and social media strategies and tactics.

Participants can register for one, two, or three classes on February 21, 28, and March 6, 2024, to help unlock the limitless potential of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and leverage these tools for dynamic social media strategies. 

Class Schedule

Part I - February 21, 2024

Topic: 'AI Unveiled': Delve into the fundamentals, demystify AI, and understand how ChatGPT operates. Gain foundational insights into integrating AI seamlessly into your social media repertoire. Embark on this transformative journey and revolutionize your small business's social media prowess with the power of ChatGPT and AI.

Part II - February 28, 2024

Topic:  'Crafting Connection': Explore the art of crafting engaging content that resonates with your audience. Uncover techniques to create compelling and authentic interactions using ChatGPT, transforming your social media presence.

Part III - March 6, 2024

Topic: 'Mastery & Innovation': Elevate your expertise as we explore advanced AI strategies. Learn to innovate and adapt, utilizing ChatGPT to stay ahead in the ever evolving social media landscape.

SPCA OF PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY SEEKS SPONSORS FOR 2024

PUP-A-PALOOZA

SAVE THE DATE: WENDELL SCOTT LEGACY GALA

We are sorry to tell you that the Wendell Scott Legacy Gala date has been changed to Saturday, May 4, 2024. Although we understand this may cause inconvenience, this change will allow us to create an even more extraordinary event that genuinely honors the remarkable contributions of Wendell Scott to the racing world.

We understand that this change may require adjustments to your plans, and we sincerely apologize for any trouble this may cause you. We firmly believe that this new date will allow us to enhance the overall experience and ensure a memorable evening filled with inspiration and celebration.

We are delighted to inform you that the gala venue will remain the same. The Wendell Scott Legacy Gala will still take place at the prestigious NASCAR Hall of Fame, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening that pays tribute to the enduring legacy of this trailblazing African American driver.

We are working tirelessly to organize an exceptional program for the evening, including guest speakers, live entertainment, and other special surprises that will make this a night to remember.

We are excited to announce that tickets for the gala will go on sale starting February 1, 2024. This will give you ample time to get your spot at this event. Please stay tuned for more details and ticket-purchasing information, which we will share in the coming weeks.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and support during this change. If you have any questions or need more help, please do not hesitate to contact our event organizers at info@wendellscott.org. We value your presence and look forward to celebrating together at the 6th Annual Wendell Scott Legacy Gala on May 4, 2024!

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY & SOVAH HEALTH PARTNER FOR BLOOD DRIVE

DANVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO HOST CTE CAREER EXPO

INTERTAPE POLYMER GROUP SEEKS GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

The General Accountant role is based in Danville, VA, at IPG’s flagship Tapes and Films factory, which utilizes Lean manufacturing principles. ~$300MM+ Revenue, ~300 employees. Reporting to the Plant Controller, the general accountant will provide accounting support for the Danville, VA factory. Additional responsibilities include accounting support for the Brighton, CO factory, Danville regional distribution center, and Tapes & Films resale company.

Job Responsibilities

• The primary job responsibilities include preparing and entering journal entries for month-end closing, preparing and monitoring monthly account reconciliations with explanations for any significant changes in account balances, and preparing various financial reports.

Click "Apply Here" for a full job description.

GOD'S STOREHOUSE TO HOST EMPTY BOWLS FUNDRAISER

GET NOTICED IN SHOWCASE MAGAZINE'S EDITION OF OUR TOWN 24

UNITED WAY OF DANVILLE PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY PARTNER WITH RED CROSS FOR BLOOD DRIVE

BROSVILLE'S MAGIC TREEHOUSE CHILDCARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS

IDEAFEST BUSINESS PITCH COMPETITION- APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

The 9th IdeaFest Business Pitch Competition will take place on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 starting at 1:00pm. IdeaFest is a pitch competition where 20 finalists will pitch their startup business idea to a panel of judges and a live audience. A total of $10,000 will be awarded to the top 3 competitors.

Winners of the competition will also be eligible to receive twenty-five hours of free business consulting from The Launch Place.

Awards

• 1st Place $5,000
• 2nd Place $3,000
• 3rd Place $2,000

Apply to Pitch - Deadline is March 29th!

The Launch Place assists with business formation, job creation and retention through its business consulting services and investment funding, while having a dual responsibility to recruit and retain entrepreneurs to the Dan River Region. The IdeaFest competition exposes The Launch Place’s services and funds to start-up companies that are ready to establish or seeking early stage capital. The Launch Place could potentially invest in the company from its Seed and Pre-Seed Funds.

IdeaFest is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to attend any part of the day’s activities. Community members of all ages and professions are invited to attend to learn about the region's startup development resources, to network with a wide range of business professionals and to explore entrepreneurship as a career option.

For additional information, contact Varun Sadana at vsadana@thelaunchplace.org.

Thank you to our sponsors.

VIRGINIA TECH & PARTNERS FOR REGIONAL PROSPERITY LAUNCH CHILDCARE SURVEY FOR THE REGION

DANVILLE PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TO HOST HOOPS FOR HOPE

IALR PROVIDES WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESSES

IALR is seeking employers and businesses across Southern Virginia to partner and participate in work-based learning programs. Opportunities include (1) volunteering for a mock interview day, (2) hosting an intern, (3) providing a problem for a team of students to solve, (4) providing an experience for teacher externs, or (5) creating an apprenticeship program. 

Learn more about how your organization can benefit and contribute to the community through these programs. 

MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY HAS A SWEET DEAL FOR YOU

AVERETT CELEBRATES FOUNDERS' DAY & 165TH BIRTHDAY

Averett University held its annual Founders’ Day celebration Thursday, Jan. 25, in Pritchett Auditorium in the Violet T. Frith Fine Arts Center.

Dr. Robert Adams ’80, Shakeva Frazier ’20 and Student Government Association freshman representative Addison Stanfield delivered a charge to students during their speeches at the celebration.

Adams, a retired radiation and oncology physician, told the assembled crowd of his indirect, but ultimately fateful path to Averett. After a family emergency, Adams transferred to Averett and began his path to a fulfilling liberal arts education.

WOMACK PUBLISHING PRESENTS VEGAS BY THE DAN

 Do you want your business to be featured in the hottest new magazine in SOVA?

 Womack Publishing, parent company of the Star-Tribune, is launching Vegas by the Dan, a full-color, glossy magazine packed with things to do and places to see for guests of the Caesars Virginia casino.

 This publication will be their go-to guide for all of the things they simply must do while experiencing our community--and the best way to make sure visiting your business is one of them is to advertise!

 Convinced yet? Give Rachel a call today to lock in your spot at 434-203-1058 or email rnanney@chathamstartribune.com to make it happen. After all, betting on yourself (and your business) is the safest gamble you can make! 

VISIT SOSI OFFERS TOURISM EXTRANET TRAINING

SOUTHERN PIEDMONT TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL PRESENTS THE EVOLUTION OF EV CHARGING

The world of EV charging is quickly changing before our eyes. Join SPTC this month as we hear from Bridget Gilmore, Joint Office of Energy and Transportation Fellow! She will discuss how EV Charging is rapidly evolving and how it is effecting our community.

When: February 27th at 12 p.m.

Where: Via Zoom

DANVILLE FESTIVAL IN THE PARK- 50TH ANNIVERSARY SAVE THE DATE

COUNTRYSIDE SERVICE COMPANY HAS PROPERTY FOR LEASE IN BLAIRS

If interested in learning more about this property, contact Janet Miller at miller@countrysideinc.biz or give her a call at 540.866.6155.