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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 12: Initially Inspired Growth: A Conversation with Jennifer Ledford

31:06

From a home-based business, to a growing up year, to taking it back to basics, Jennifer Ledford’s “Idea Factory” has progressed many times

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Episode 11: Curating a Local Experience: A Conversation with Jon Henry

37:26

An entrepreneur, farmer and artist, Jon combined his background as a curator and history of family farming to create a charming shop local experience

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Episode 10 – When Passion Takes Flight: A Conversation with Kala Dougan

40:42

Kala Dougan's enthusiasm for aviation began at a young age, and now she introduces young people to aviation through NEXTGEN Aviators

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Episode 9 – Calling a Rural Community Home: A Conversation with Chris Swecker & Bruce Folks

36:52

Highland County's impressive resources and passion for supporting local is attracting entrepreneurs, telecommuters and young families. Discover why

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Episode 8 – Celebrating the Moment through Art: A Conversation with William & Moon Snyder

33:29

William & Moon Snyder share the inspiration behind The Oliver Art House, a nurturing environment to explore arts in the Shenandoah Valley

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Episode 7 – A Fulfilling Career in Manufacturing: A Conversation with Brent Secrist

31:52

Brent Secrist, Plant Superintendent, talks about his Modine manufacturing career path and what he loves most about his Shenandoah Valley life

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Episode 6: The Farmer Focus Way – A Conversation with Corwin Heatwole

27:58

Corwin Heatwole, Founder of Farmer Focus, shares how his unique business model puts the decision-making back in the hands of the farmer

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Episode 5: Growing Four Seasons of Community: A Conversation with Massanutten Resort

28:16

Massanutten Resort offers the tools for professional development and community engagement to create a positive impact on the quality of life

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Episode 4 – Planting Roots: A Conversation with Maggie Anderson

31:50

In Spring 2018, internationally-owned Speyside Bourbon Cooperage opened their first U.S. stave mill operation in Bath County and continues to grow

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Episode 3 – Creating Community Impact: A Conversation with Jamie Goodin

38:56

Jamie discusses how the Shenandoah Valley empowers residents to fuel change and create real impact in the communities where they live, work and thrive

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Episode 2 – Part of the Solution: A Conversation with Valley Guard Supply

31:44

The region's business-friendly environment, talented labor pool, and innovative partnerships launched this essential business

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Episode 1 – Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Reducing Barriers: A Conversation with Peter Denbigh

33:05

Peter discusses how the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem supports his many business ventures and why he loves calling the Shenandoah Valley home

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Ambassador Spotlights

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Sarah Elson

Read why the Director of Business Relations at Massanutten Resort chose to live and work in the Shenandoah Valley.

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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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Grace Blanchard

Discover the “little things” in the Shenandoah Valley that convinced this recent college graduate to return home to start her professional career.

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Alison Denbigh

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Alison Denbigh

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

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Nicky Swayne

Having lived all over the world, the CEO of the Shenandoah Valley Technology Council proudly calls the Shenandoah Valley home.

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Chris Swecker

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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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