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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 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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Episode 41: Continuing the Family Business: A Conversation with Nadia Dames
Born and raised in the Valley, Nadia Dames followed in her father's footsteps and now leads the family aviation instrument business in the Town of Day
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Episode 40: Learning Outside the Box – A Conversation with Andrei Dacko
In this episode of SV Life, we talk with JuiceWorks 3D Founder, Andrei Dacko. Listen in as Andrei shares how his experience as a young student and for
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Episode 39: Valley Connections- A Conversation with Dick Halterman
In this episode, we talk with Dick Halterman, lifelong Valley native, business owner and member of the Augusta County Economic Development Authority.
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Episode 38: Dynamic Plans – A Conversation with Eric Terry
In this episode, we talk with Eric Terry of Dynamic Aviation. Eric joined Dynamic Aviation in 2023 as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources. Li
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Episode 37: Firefighter & Entrepreneur: A Conversation with Josh Grim
Professional firefighter and entrepreneur Josh Grim holds tight to his West Virginia roots while embracing life in the Valley. Listen in as Josh share
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Episode 36: Building Community – A Conversation with Thomas Rea
In this episode, Jay talks with Thomas Rea, Valley native and Executive Vice President & Regional Commercial Executive for Bank of the James.
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Episode 35: Explore More – A Conversation with Lisa Shull
In this episode, we talk with Lisa Shull, Executive Director of the Explore More Discovery Museum in Downtown Harrisonburg. Now celebrating it's twen
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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.