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Proof
The Shenandoah Valley has an incomparable quality of life and the proof is in our people. Meet Shenandoah Valley residents who are living, working and thriving in Virginia’s iconic valley and discover why we’re proud to call this region home.
Shenandoah Valley Life Podcast
Episode 53: Reducing Barriers & Making an Impact – A Conversation with Piete Casius
In this episode we talk with Piete Casius, President & CEO of Friendship Industries. Living in the Shenandoah Valley since 2008, he shares the journey
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Episode 52: From Texas to Virginia – A Conversation with Amanda Culp
It's National Dairy Month and in this episode, we're talking with Amanda Culp, director of Marketing for Maola Dairies. A local dairy co-op that works
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Episode 51: Continuing the Education Legacy – A Conversation with Kevin Hutton
In this episode of SV Life, Jay sits down with Kevin Hutton, Director of Massanutten Technical Center. Coming from a family of educators, Kevin alway
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Episode 50: Turning the Mic Around: A Conversation with Jay A. Langston, Ph.D.
In our milestone 50th episode of the SV Life Podcast, we’re turning the mic around! This time, our very own host, Jay A. Langston, Ph.D.—Executive Dir
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Episode 49: The Doctor is in — A Conversation with Tom Weber
This episode of SV Life features Tom Weber, Chief Medical Officer for MD Ortho Systems. Listen in as Tom shares his journey to becoming a doctor and t
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Episode 48: Energizing the Community for Good: A Conversation with Kevin Gibson
What does it mean to energize the community for good? Tune in as Kevin Gibson shares the journey of VA Momentum, a local running events organization f
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Episode 47: Making the Valley Home – A Conversation with Leigh Evans
With family connections in the Valley, Leigh Evans spent a lot of time here before it officially became home last year. Now settled in and serving as
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Episode 46: Creating Community – A Conversation with AJ Jalal
This episode of the SV Life Podcast features AJ Jalal, owner of AJ's Gentlemen's Barbershop. Listen in as AJ shares the journey that brought him to
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Episode 45: From Firefighting to Farming: A Conversation with Jack Dixon
Valley native and Riverbank Farms owner Jack Dixon shares his story in our latest SV Life Podcast. With roots in the Valley that run generations back,
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Episode 44: Rooted in the Valley – A Conversation with Tanner Johnson
Harrisonburg native and entrepreneur Tanner Johnson shares the story and evolution of Pure Shenandoah, an Elkton based company that makes products ran
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Episode 43: X-Roads: A Conversation with George Neighbors
In this episode of the SV Life Podcast, Jay talks with George Neighbors, owner of X-Roads Advisory and Shenandoah Valley visitor turned resident. List
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Episode 42: Experiential Learning – JMU X-Labs
In this #SVLifePodcast episode, Jay talks with Connie Frigo, executive director of JMU X-Labs and Patrice Ludwig, interim assistant vice provost f
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Ambassador Spotlights
Ambassador Spotlight
Chiedo John
James Madison University brought Chiedo to the Shenandoah Valley. The strong feeling of community made him decide to stay.
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Ambassador Spotlight
Alison Denbigh
Alison's entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit finds itself at home in the Shenandoah Valley.
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Ambassador Spotlight
Josh Grim
While still honoring his West Virginia roots, Josh and his family have made a life in the Valley.
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Ambassador Spotlight
Chris Swecker
A Shenandoah Valley native, Chris recognized his home as a top choice for quality of life, affordability, opportunity and safety for his family.
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Resident Perspectives
Living in the Shenandoah Valley
Listen in as Shenandoah Valley residents share what the Valley means to them and why they chose to live, work and play here.