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JANUARY 2025

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MOSTUS LLC


P.O. Box 10759

Danville, VA 24543

434.549.3290


SKYE DREAMS ENTERTAINMENT LLC


Martinsville, VA 24112

276.358.2085



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INTERESTED IN HOSTING MORNING BREW?

Interested in Hosting Morning Brew?


Are you interested in hosting The Chamber's Premier Morning Network event? If so, email Christy Harper at Chamber@Dpchamber.org or call 434.836.6990 option 2 to book your spot today.

FEATURE YOUR BUSINESS LISTINGS IN MEMBER NEWS

Attention Realtor Members!


Do you have business properties for sale or rent? Share them with us to spotlight your listings in Member News! This is a great opportunity to connect with potential buyers or renters within our Chamber network.


Submit your listings by sending a flyer in JPEG or PNG format, along with your logo, to Crystal Hairston at crystal@dpchamber.org. Alternatively, upload your listing directly through this form: https://forms.gle/bZFyvX36Q9S2ykLy8.


Submissions must be received by the first Wednesday of each month to be featured in that month’s newsletter.


Let’s work together to showcase your properties to our engaged Chamber community!

UNTAPPED TALENT INCLUSIVE HIRING WORKSHOP

Small Businesses to Huge Corporations can Benefit!


This hands-on workshop is for helping business owners, managers, human resource professionals, and more, learn about strategies and resources available to fill your organization’s open or high turnover positions!

 

The "Untapped Talent Workshop” will teach attendees methods to tap into the underutilized, overlooked, and underserved workforce and community groups such as veterans, seniors, previously incarcerated, youth, and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

 

Local resources and organizations will have representatives set up with information on their services that can help you find the talent you need for your business.

 

Lindsay Wrege, keynote speaker, is the founder of 321 Coffee, a non-profit that currently employs over 50 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Wrege founded 321 Coffee in 2017 with a vision to build a company founded on inclusion. Wrege will lead this half-day workshop as she explores every step of filling a position, including the job application, and hiring process, and helping you create a custom blueprint to fill all your open positions!

 

📅 Thursday, January 30, 2025

🕛 8 am-1 pm

📍 The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA

🎫 Cost to attend is FREE + Full Breakfast served


REGISTER HERE

RIBBON CUTTING: SHINING DIAMONDS MENTORING & ROGERDAT LIFE COACHING

Join us for a ribbon cutting to welcome RogerDat, LLC, and Shining Diamonds Mentoring Service to their new location in the Danville community! These incredible organizations are positively impacting the Martinsville/Henry County and Danville/Pittsylvania County communities by providing life-changing services.


Date and Time:

Friday, Jan 31, 2025

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM


Location:

126 S. Market St., Ste. B

Danville, VA 24540


Fees/Admission:

FREE - Open to the Public

2025 INTERNATIONAL TRIP: ANCIENT GREECE

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Greece with the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with CI Destinations! This 9-night adventure, departing October 22, 2025, offers a blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes that will leave you inspired.


Join Us for Our Greece Interest Meeting

Want to learn more? Join us for a Greece Interest Meeting on Thursday, January 30, at 5:30 PM. Find out all the trip details, ask questions, and get excited about this incredible opportunity.


Highlights of the Trip:

  • Stay in a luxurious 4-star hotel for 7 nights
  • Explore the wonders of Athens, including the historic Panathinaiko Stadium
  • Visit the iconic Canal of Corinth and the Cyclopean Walls
  • Optional excursions to Delphi and a Wine Tour
  • Enjoy a day cruise to the Saronic Gulf, stopping at the picturesque islands of Aegina, Hydra, and Poros


All-Inclusive Package:

For $3,899 per person (double occupancy) when booked by March 31, 2025, your trip includes:

  • Round-trip airfare
  • Airline fuel surcharges, taxes, and fees
  • First-class accommodations
  • 13 meals (7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners)
  • Guided sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Professional tour management
  • Baggage handling and hotel transfers


This incredible experience is open to everyone—you don’t have to be a Chamber Member to join the adventure!

Start planning your dream trip to Greece today. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!


For more trip details, call Crystal Hairston at 434.836.6990 or email crystal@dpchamber.org.

REGISTER HERE

NEWS RELEASE: CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING TO FEATURE EXPERTS ON REGIONAL GROWTH

Thrive in 2025: A Year of Growth


You're invited to the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce 2025 Annual Meeting – an event you won't want to miss! Join us for a morning of inspiration, networking, and insight as we look ahead to a thriving 2025.

Date: Tuesday, February 11

Time: 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM (Doors open at 7:15 AM)

Location: Institute for Advanced Learning and Research150 Slayton Avenue, Danville, VA


What to Expect:

Buffet breakfast included

Engage with 400–500 business leaders and professionals.

A compelling panel discussion on “Recruiting Microporous – Southern Virginia Megasite's Anchor Tenant.”


Guest Speakers:

John Reeves, CEO, Microporous, LLC

Brad Reed, VP, Corporate Development, Microporous, LLC

Jason El Koubi, President & CEO, Virginia Economic Development Partnership

Corrie Bobe, Director of Economic Development & Tourism, City of Danville, VA

Matthew Rowe, Director of Economic Development, Pittsylvania County

Moderated by Linda Green, VP of The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research and Executive Director of the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance


Fees/Admission:

$40: Chamber Members

$50: Prospective Members

$300: Corporate Table (8 seats)


A huge thank you to our sponsors:

Presenting Sponsors: Williams; The Lester Group

Signature Sponsors: Sovah Health - Danville; Kegerreis Digital Marketing

Event Sponsors: JTI Leaf Services; Martinsville Speedway; Gateway Health; PLDR Law; Megaptera Cybersecurity; Epic Health Partners, LLC

Seats are limited – don’t miss out!


We can’t wait to see you there!

REGISTER HERE

UNLOCK THE FULL POTENTIAL OF YOUR CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP WITH CHAMBER 101

Are you a new Chamber member eager to make the most of your investment? An existing member looking to revisit your benefits? Or a future member curious about how the Chamber can help accelerate your business growth? Chamber 101 is designed just for you!

Join us on Wednesday, March 5, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, for this informative session where we’ll cover topics like:


  • Maximizing Your Chamber Membership: Learn how to integrate Chamber resources into your business strategy.
  • Chamber Programs Overview: Discover opportunities through programs like WE Lead, Manufacturer's Roundtable, Leadership Southside, and RevUp.
  • Utilizing the Member Information Center (MIC): Explore how to manage your profile, post job openings, and connect with other members.
  • Chamber Marketing Opportunities: Learn how to leverage the Chamber’s newsletters and social media platforms to promote your business.


📍 Event Details:

  • In Person: The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research
  • 150 Slayton Ave., Danville, VA 24540, Room 212
  • Online: Participate via Zoom (link provided to registered attendees; no Zoom account required).

This event is free, but registration is required. Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your membership’s full potential and gain the tools you need to grow your business!

REGISTER HERE

CITY TO HOST LEAN SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT CERTIFICATION TRAINING

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism, in partnership with GENEDGE, will host the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Training (LSSBB) for industrial and commercial professionals in the city of Danville and jointly owned industrial parks in Danville and Pittsylvania County, beginning March 17, 2025.


LSSBB Training equips professionals with the advanced tools, techniques, and leadership skills needed to lead impactful projects that reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and improve quality across operations.



Each participant will undergo in-depth training over the course of 4 months, with each training spanning one week per month, Monday-Friday. Each class will include both lecture and simulation-based exercises to fully engage participants. Classes will be held at The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, 150 Slayton Avenue, Danville.


Participation is limited. The deadline to register is February 28, 2025

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GRAND OPENING & RIBBON CUTTING: TRANQUILITY GROVE

Join Us for the Grand Opening of Tranquility Grove: An Epic Journey!


Epic Health Partners is thrilled to invite you to the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Tranquility Grove, a new 24-hour supervised residential home for adult males (ages 18-99) with substance use disorders.


📍 Location: 12433 US-29, Chatham, VA

📅 Date: Monday, February 3, 2025

⏰ Time: 12:45 PM


Tranquility Grove provides a safe and supportive environment where residents can develop recovery skills, experience encouragement, and prepare for successful reintegration into the community. This vital new facility represents a beacon of hope for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders in our region.


We warmly invite community citizens, business leaders, and stakeholders to join us in welcoming Tranquility Grove to Chatham. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the facility, learn more about its mission, and celebrate this exciting addition to our community.


Let’s come together to support and celebrate this transformative resource that will make a lasting impact.


We look forward to seeing you there!

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