Statement From Tony Howard, President, Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, on a Proposed Three-Year Moratorium on Data Center Development

by Andrea Winey

A statement released today by Loudoun Chamber President & CEO, Tony Howard. “A three-year statewide moratorium on data center development – regardless of the merits of a prospective application and a local community’s willingness to embrace the benefits of the project –  would send jobs and investment to other states and damage Virginia’s reputation as […]

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Press Release: Loudoun Chamber Foundation will begin accepting grant applications from Loudoun’s nonprofits on September 30th

by Andrea Winey

Loudoun Chamber’s philanthropic arm supports Loudoun nonprofits focused on economic development, education, wellness, and public safety Lansdowne, VA – The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce today announced that its philanthropic arm, the Loudoun Chamber Foundation, will begin accepting applications from local nonprofits seeking financial support for their work in our community on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. […]

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Ambassador Council Spotlight 2026: Rick Van Dyke

by Andrea Winey

Thank you to Rick Van Dyke, Co-Owner of PuroClean, for all you do as a Chamber Ambassador! ­­What inspired you to become a Loudoun Chamber Ambassador Council Member, and what does the role mean to you? As a more deeply invested member of the business community, I felt empowered to help fellow members navigate the […]

Ambassador Council Spotlight 2026: Colleen Lovelace

by Andrea Winey

Thank you to Colleen Lovelace, the 2026 Chair of the Ambassador Council, for all you do for the Loudoun Chamber! What inspired you to become a Loudoun Chamber Ambassador Council Member, and what does the role mean to you? At the Nonprofit Initiative Committee meeting during COVID, they asked for a volunteer from a nonprofit […]

Press Release: Loudoun Chamber Opens Nominations for 2027 Community Leadership Awards

by Andrea Winey

Awards Honor Business and Nonprofit Leaders for their work to build a stronger Loudoun community Leesburg, VA – The Loudoun Chamber has announced that nominations are open for the 2027 Loudoun Community Leadership Awards. These awards celebrate individuals and organizations for their work and commitment to build a stronger and healthier Loudoun County for all […]

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Press Release: Loudoun Chamber Announces 32 Finalists for 32nd Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards

by Andrea Winey

Leesburg, Virginia – The Loudoun Chamber has announced the names of the 32 finalists for the 32nd Annual Loudoun Small Business Awards. These finalists are competing for top honors in seven industry categories. Each category winner will automatically become a finalist for the 2026 “Loudoun Small Business of the Year.” The winners in each category […]

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Press Release: Loudoun Chamber Applauds Member Data Center Companies for Signing Ratepayer Protection Pledge

by Andrea Winey

13 Chamber members commit to paying for their own energy needs, protecting residential and business ratepayers LEESBURG, Va. — The Loudoun Chamber of Commerce applauds its members who signed the White House’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge, promising to pay for their own energy needs while protecting homeowners and small businesses from higher energy costs. The Loudoun […]

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Small Business Awards Application Tips 2026

by Andrea Winey

10 Tips from Past Winners & Judges to Strengthen Your Small Business Awards Application Applying for the Loudoun Chamber Small Business Awards is an opportunity to showcase your business and the impact you’re making in our community. Here are ten of the top takeaways shared by past winners, finalists, and judges during our Small Business […]

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Health & Wellness LeadShare Spotlight 2026

by Andrea Winey

Thank you, Dylan Beckner, LCSW, PMH-C of Beckner Counseling, the leader of the Health & Wellness LeadShare group, for answering a few questions! Tell us the most unique or interesting thing you’d want us to know about your LeadShare group. The most unique or interesting part of our group is that we really are like […]

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Press Release: NoVA Business Leaders Survey – Confidence Improving, More Pro-Growth Policies Needed

by Andrea Winey

LEESBURG, VA — The latest Northern Virginia Business Leader Survey shows rising employer confidence, but a continued demand for state and local policymakers to prioritize pro-growth policies related to housing, workforce, permitting, and taxes. Conducted with nine regional business organizations, including the Loudoun County Chamber, the Q2 2026 NVC/Pinkston Northern Virginia Business Leader Survey gathered […]

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