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

24:33

In this episode, we sit down with Shenandoah Valley native Matt Blauch, president of Blauch Brothers. After growing up in the family business, Matt

Matt Blauch

Episode 67: Trailbuilding & Community Building – A Conversation with Kyle Lawrence

15:60

In this episode we talk with Kyle Lawrence, biking enthusiast and director of the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition...

Kyle Lawrence

Episode 66: From Classroom to Professional Development – A Conversation with Amanda Kellogg

16:29

Amanda Kellogg, director of Professional Development with JMU's School of Professional and Continuing Education joins the SV Life Podcast

Amanda Kellogg

Episode 65: From Coach to Commercial Real Estate: A Conversation with Mike Martin

40:34

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

Mike Martin

Episode 64: From South Carolina to the Shenandoah Valley – A Conversation with Garth Knight

20:54

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

Garth Knight

Episode 63: Building a Career in the Valley – A Conversation with Bryn Rankin

24:10

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

Bryn Rankin

Episode 62: Community Connector: A Conversation with Keith May

27:04

In this episode, we talk with Keith May, Shenandoah Valley native, long time real estate broker and champion of the region.

Keith May

Episode 61: Uniting the Valley – A Conversation with Amanda Leech

34:59

In this episode, we talk with Amanda Leech, executive director of the United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley.

Amanda Leech

Episode 60: Talking Agriculture – A Conversation with Scot Lilly

25:35

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

Scot Lilly

Episode 59: Growing in the Valley – A Conversation with Joe Ulmer

19:11

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

Joe Ulmer

Episode 58: Finding a Calling in the Valley – A Conversation with Kyle Showalter

19:10

Valley native and recent JMU graduate Kyle Showalter shares why he chose to stay in the Shenandoah Valley after graduating from James Madison Universi

Kyle Showalter

Episode 57: Sharing the Arts – A Conversation with Vanessa Morosco

34:22

In this episode of the SV Life Podcast, we sit down with Vanessa Morosco, Executive Director of the American Shakespeare Center. Vanessa first discove

Vanessa Morosco
Chiedo John

Ambassador Spotlight

Chiedo John

James Madison University brought Chiedo to the Shenandoah Valley. The strong feeling of community made him decide to stay.

Silver Lake & Mole Hill, Dayton
Alison Denbigh
Alison Denbigh

Ambassador Spotlight

Alison Denbigh

Alison's entrepreneurial and adventurous spirit finds itself at home in the Shenandoah Valley.

Downtown Staunton
Downtown Staunton
Josh Grim

Ambassador Spotlight

Josh Grim

While still honoring his West Virginia roots, Josh and his family have made a life in the Valley.

Cycling in the Shenandoah Valley
Chris Swecker
Chris Swecker

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.

The Highland Center

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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