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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 3 – Creating Community Impact: A Conversation with Jamie Goodin
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
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
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

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