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.
Episode 68: Carrying on the Family Business – A Conversation with Matt Blauch
In this episode, we sit down with Shenandoah Valley native Matt Blauch, president of Blauch Brothers. After growing up in the family business, Matt
Episode 67: Trailbuilding & Community Building – A Conversation with Kyle Lawrence
In this episode we talk with Kyle Lawrence, biking enthusiast and director of the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition...
Episode 66: From Classroom to Professional Development – A Conversation with Amanda Kellogg
Amanda Kellogg, director of Professional Development with JMU's School of Professional and Continuing Education joins the SV Life Podcast
Episode 65: From Coach to Commercial Real Estate: A Conversation with Mike Martin
In this episode of SV Life, we talk with Rockingham County native and commercial real estate agent Mike Martin. Mike shares the story of his professio
Episode 64: From South Carolina to the Shenandoah Valley – A Conversation with Garth Knight
In this episode we talk with Garth Knight -- a South Carolina native who has called the Valley home for more than five years. Now the VP of sales with
Episode 63: Building a Career in the Valley – A Conversation with Bryn Rankin
From a student at JMU to a years long career with Appeal Production to a successful launch as an entrepreneur, Bryn McIntyre Rankin has been building
Episode 62: Community Connector: A Conversation with Keith May
In this episode, we talk with Keith May, Shenandoah Valley native, long time real estate broker and champion of the region.
Episode 61: Uniting the Valley – A Conversation with Amanda Leech
In this episode, we talk with Amanda Leech, executive director of the United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley.
Episode 60: Talking Agriculture – A Conversation with Scot Lilly
In this episode, we talk with Scot Lilly - longtime resident, programs manager for Farm Credit of the Virginias and champion of agriculture in the She
Episode 59: Growing in the Valley – A Conversation with Joe Ulmer
In this episode, we talk with Joe Ulmer, Shenandoah Valley native and owner of Overlook Produce Bakery and Deli. What started as a small farm-stand
Episode 58: Finding a Calling in the Valley – A Conversation with Kyle Showalter
Valley native and recent JMU graduate Kyle Showalter shares why he chose to stay in the Shenandoah Valley after graduating from James Madison Universi
Episode 57: Sharing the Arts – A Conversation with Vanessa Morosco
In this episode of the SV Life Podcast, we sit down with Vanessa Morosco, Executive Director of the American Shakespeare Center. Vanessa first discove
Ambassador Spotlight
Chiedo John
James Madison University brought Chiedo to the Shenandoah Valley. The strong feeling of community made him decide to stay.
Ambassador Spotlight
Alison Denbigh
Alison's entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit finds itself at home in the Shenandoah Valley.
Ambassador Spotlight
Josh Grim
While still honoring his West Virginia roots, Josh and his family have made a life in the Valley.
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.
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.
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