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 44: Rooted in the Valley – A Conversation with Tanner Johnson

40:08

Harrisonburg native and entrepreneur Tanner Johnson shares the story and evolution of Pure Shenandoah, an Elkton based company that makes products ran

Tanner Johnson - Pure Shenandoah

Episode 43: X-Roads: A Conversation with George Neighbors

22:45

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

George Neighbors

Episode 42: Experiential Learning – JMU X-Labs

47:35

In this #SVLifePodcast episode, Jay talks with ⁠Connie Frigo⁠, executive director of JMU X-Labs and ⁠Patrice Ludwig⁠, interim assistant vice provost f

Connie Frigo & Patrice Ludwig

Episode 41: Continuing the Family Business: A Conversation with Nadia Dames

23:53

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

Nadia Dames

Episode 40: Learning Outside the Box – A Conversation with Andrei Dacko

34:52

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

Andrei Dacko, JuiceWorks 3D Founder

Episode 39: Valley Connections- A Conversation with Dick Halterman

25:14

In this episode, we talk with Dick Halterman, lifelong Valley native, business owner and member of the Augusta County Economic Development Authority.

Dick Halterman

Episode 38: Dynamic Plans – A Conversation with Eric Terry

33:50

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

Eric Terry, Dynamic Aviation

Episode 37: Firefighter & Entrepreneur: A Conversation with Josh Grim

32:00

Professional firefighter and entrepreneur Josh Grim holds tight to his West Virginia roots while embracing life in the Valley. Listen in as Josh share

Josh Grim

Episode 36: Building Community – A Conversation with Thomas Rea

21:09

In this episode, Jay talks with Thomas Rea, Valley native and Executive Vice President & Regional Commercial Executive for Bank of the James.

Thomas Rea, Bank of the James

Episode 35: Explore More – A Conversation with Lisa Shull

26:25

In this episode, we talk with Lisa Shull, Executive Director of the Explore More Discovery Museum in Downtown Harrisonburg. Now celebrating it's twen

Lisa Shull, Explore More Discovery Museum

Episode 34: On Air with Matt Bingay – WMRA Executive Director & General Manager

35:38

In this episode of the Shenandoah Valley Life Podcast, we chat with Matt Bingay, Executive Director and General Manager of WMRA, the Shenandoah Valley

Matt Bingay - WMRA

Episode 33: It’s Electric: A Conversation with Greg Rogers, SVEC CEO

29:54

Born and raised in the Valley, Greg Rogers is the CEO of Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative. Studying electrical engineering at Virginia Tech, Gre

Greg Rogers - SVEC
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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