INSIDE THE ISLE NEWSLETTER - AUGUST 2021 |
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Phoenix Physical Therapy Celebrates Official Opening
Phoenix Physical Therapy opened its doors in Smithfield Shopping Plaza just prior to the pandemic and mandated shut down. On July 22, 2021, the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to officially celebrate and welcome the business to Smithfield and the County. The ribbon cutting was followed by the first Chamber After Hours networking event of the year, which Phoenix hosted.
Phoenix Physical Therapy is a national company with ten locations in Virginia that helps its patients Recover, Recharge and Rise though physical and occupational therapy, athletic training and massage therapy services.
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Business License Issuance Up 35% YTD over Last Year
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See the full list of new July business licenses:
We extend a warm welcome to all of our new businesses.
Thank you for putting down roots to grow in Isle of Wight County!
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Commonwealth Tops the List! |
Add to Virginia’s recent MSNBC ranking at #1 this additional superlative: Virginia has Best Business Climate, also tops in Tech Talent Pipeline and Cybersecurity Leaders according to Business Facilities' 17th Annual Rankings Report.
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Virtual Supply Chain Match-Up Event
The Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA) is committed to expanding supply chain opportunities among Virginia companies. This includes reaching small businesses, as well as women, minority and veteran-owned businesses. To honor this commitment in 2021, they will host a virtual supply chain match-up event on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 10th & 11th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Industry participants will be conducting supplier interviews for products and services. Interviews will be scheduled for 10-minute sessions that will continually occur during the 2-hour event window. Once registered for the event, companies will be sent a list of participants. You choose the company that you would like to meet with. The meeting facilitator will rotate you to the appropriate virtual breakout room to begin your interview. When your session is over, you will be moved to the next meeting.
All online registrations must be submitted by 12:00 P.M. on August 5, 2021.
For more information, contact:
Kimberly Noonan, Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA)
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The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Isle of Wight County and the Towns of Smithfield and Windsor, will present the annual State of the County Luncheon. The event is sponsored by Old Point National Bank.
Thursday, September 23, 2021, 12:00 p.m.
Smithfield Center
TICKETS:
Chamber Members - $35; Non-Members - $45
Sponsor a student - $20
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We Want to Hear from Businesses!
Sign Up for
ISLE CHAT!
Economic Development wants to learn more about local businesses in order to provide assistance and resources based upon your needs. If you’re interested in expanding or starting a business or have concerns about matters that impact your business operations, we are here to help in reaching your goals and overcoming challenges.
Schedule a free 30-minute video or phone chat with our business specialist, Nicole Talton. Appointments are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Thank you for continuing to nurture your local roots here in Isle of Wight County!
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Feature Your Business for FREE! |
We know businesses in Isle of Wight County rock, and we want to tell the world. If you'd like to have your business featured in our newsletter and online for for FREE, contact us and be prepared to tell your story!
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Free Business Consulting
Do you need help with a business idea, writing a business plan, marketing or maximizing profit? Jim Carroll, Executive Director of the Hampton Roads Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is available to share his expertise with Isle of Wight County business owners, by appointment monthly at the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce.
Thursday, August 12th
Thursday, September 9th
Request your free, confidential appointment now by calling the Isle of Wight Chamber at 757-357-3502 or email chamber@theisle.biz.
See the Economic Development calendar of events for additional consulting dates and information on additional business workshops that may be of interest.
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FEATURED AVAILABLE PROPERTY
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3.15-acre former "Kuntry Kabin" property features a 2,500 SF metal building with log facade, a 2,450 SF log home, 500 SF detached garage and 1,099 SF equipment shed. Property consists of three parcels fronting Route 10/Benns Church Blvd., a 4-lane highway at a cross-over, turn lane intersection. Public water is available on Route 10. Property is adjacent to Isle of Wight Industrial Park and situated within a growing commercial and residential corridor in northern Isle of Wight County. Property is zoned Conditional GC - General Commercial and agricultural uses have been retained. Possible uses include: micro-brewery, distillery or cidery, retail sales, general office, antiques, auction establishment or event center. MORE
For more information, contact Anna Hansen, Surry Side Realty, 804-894-0676.
Search the County's available properties database for more commercial or industrial properties. If you own or represent a commercial property in Isle of Wight County that is available for sale or lease, please CONTACT US, and we will add it to our database.
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ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY
757-356-1962
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