Shenandoah Valley Partnership

05/13/2026

A brand new SV Life Podcast is out today and features Garth Knight of LD&B Insurance and Financial Services.

Garth, originally from South Carolina and now proud to call the Valley home, serves as Vice President of Sales at LD&B. In this episode, he reflects on his professional journey while sharing the meaningful relationships and strong community connections he's made along the way.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/GarthKnightPodcast

05/12/2026

Today we kick off a new 🔦 Investor Spotlight 🔦 series highlighting the businesses who support SVP and the region's economic vitality.

These organizations support economic development through their investment, leadership, and deep knowledge of our community’s landscape.

Their partnership helps drive growth, strengthen regional connections and create new opportunities across the Shenandoah Valley.

We’re proud to partner with these businesses and recognize their impact in helping to shape a stronger future for our region.

Up first: InterChange Group, Inc.

InterChange Group, Inc. is a regional Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider and developer based in Harrisonburg, VA. With a building portfolio of nearly 2.0 million SF, over 500 acres of prime industrial/commercial land and a staff of highly experienced logistics professionals, InterChange is positioned to meet your supply chain and distribution needs.

With a wide array of warehousing, logistics, and land development services available, InterChange offers complete storage and transport options for your business. With a central location in Harrisonburg, and terminal locations in Portsmouth and Front Royal, Virginia InterChange serve clients on the east coast, as well as internationally.

Interchange can help your business optimize operations and reduce unnecessary costs by successfully managing the transport and storage of your materials and products.

Learn more: https://www.interchangeco.com/

04/08/2026

A new SV Life podcast episode is available now featuring Keith May.

In this episode, Keith shares his journey -- from his roots on a family farm to building a successful career in real estate and commercial development. He also talks about what makes the Shenandoah Valley such a special place to live and work and why it continues to be home.

Listen now: https://bit.ly/KeithMayPodcast

03/26/2026

What an evening we had for our Spring Connect Event earlier this week. Special thanks to the newly opened Waynesboro Innovation Hub for hosting, to X-Roads Advisory for sponsoring the evening and to Delly Up Catering for providing a delicious spread.

03/18/2026

Our latest SV Life podcast is available now featuring Amanda Leech, President and CEO of the United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley.

Growing up in a military family, Amanda moved frequently during her younger years but as an adult, has put down roots in the Shenandoah Valley. Listen in as she shares the path that led her to the Valley and to her work with the United Way.

🎧 Listen here: https://bit.ly/AmandaLeechPodcast

03/16/2026

What makes a company choose the Shenandoah Valley?

✅Our highly skilled workforce and strong business climate
✅Our talent pipeline, infrastructure, and global connectivity.
✅Our quality of life that helps attract and retain top talent.

Individually, these are powerful advantages but together, they create a region where businesses can truly thrive.

Our Built for Business video series showcases these strengths through the voices of those that call the Valley home.

🎥 Watch the first video in the series highlighting one of the Valley’s biggest assets: Infrastructure and Connectivity.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

03/04/2026

Our newest SV Life podcast episode features Scot Lilly, longtime resident, programs manager with Farm Credit of the Virginias and champion of agriculture in the Shenandoah Valley. Listen in as Scot shares his story, talks about how agriculture has evolved and continues to innovate, and highlights the impact of the ag sector in our region.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/ScotLillyPodcast

02/26/2026

Our website has a new look!

Our updated platform delivers the data site location consultants and businesses need most -- featuring enhanced strategic advantage insights, expanded demographic information, and newly updated featured properties, all while highlighting the exceptional quality of life our Valley offers.

Check it out here: https://theshenandoahvalley.com/

Thanks to Whittington Consulting for their expertise in bringing this refresh to life!

02/24/2026

Our most recent At the Table forum highlights the partnership between higher education and trade sectors and the many ways they complement one another — benefiting our region and enhancing the regional workforce.

Our guests for this episode include:

Dr. David Bushman, President of Bridgewater College

Chris Weaver, President and CEO of Lantz Construction Company

Special thanks to Bridgewater College for serving as our host location and to Appeal Production for video production.

Watch the forum here: https://youtube.com/live/eidIwljNrc4

02/11/2026

A new SV Life podcast is out today and features Joe Ulmer of Overlook Produce, Bakery & Deli.

Starting as a small farm stand, Joe and his family have grown their operation to a year-round destination featuring produce, a greenhouse, a deli, locally made products and more. Listen in as Joe shares his story and the vision he has for the future of Overlook Produce!

Listen here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/9QRFZGBOF0b

01/14/2026

A new SV Life podcast is available now and features Kyle Showalter -- valley native, JMU grad and assistant controller at Partners Excavating Company.

Listen in as Kyle shares why he knew he wanted to stay in the Shenandoah Valley, how he turned an on-the-whim decision into a full time career and why he values working at a long-standing local company.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/KyleShowalterPodcast