Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and registered attendees will receive a link to join prior to the event. The live event is limited to the first 100 attendees, so register early!If you register after the event capacity has been reached, we will share the recording with you so you still have access to the information.  

Admission Info:
Registration: $15
Member Rate: No charge 

The live event is limited to the first 100 attendees, so register early! If you register after the event capacity has been reached, we will share the recording with you so you still have access to the information.

Join us to learn more about the CARES Act and how it may benefit your business.

The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security [CARES] Act that was passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they have right now. When implemented, there will be many new resources available for small businesses, as well as certain nonprofits and other employers. 

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Featured Presenters:

Hunter Byrnes is a partner and co-founder of Byrnes Gould Law in Danville.  The firm focuses on business issues, including employment law and commercial litigation, and strives to build relationships with its clients to better anticipate the ever-changing needs of the business world.  He regularly advises employers and employees on statutes and regulations, contracts, human resources, unemployment, employee handbooks, and best practices.  Hunter previously served as General Counsel and Vice-President of Infinity Global after working for the law firms of Hunton & Williams and Clement Wheatley.  He is licensed by the Virginia and North Carolina State Bars and regularly appears in State and Federal courts in both states.  Hunter received his law degree from the University of Virginia and is a proud member of the Board of Directors for the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce.

Steven Gould is a principal with the Danville firm Byrnes Gould Law and focuses his practice on employment law, estate planning, civil litigation, and assisting clients who interact with Virginia’s state agencies and regulatory boards.  He is a former member and vice chairman of the Danville School Board and is currently a member of the Longwood University Board of Visitors.  He is an active member of Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church and also serves on the Board of Directors of the Virginia Law Foundation and on the Pro Bono Committee of the Supreme Court of Virginia’s Access to Justice Commission.  Prior to attending law school, Steven – a Danville native – served for five years as a policy adviser in the Office of the Governor in Richmond, where he focused his work on economic and workforce development, agriculture, housing, and executive clemency.  He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of Virginia School of Law.

Michael Mayhew is a director at Snead, Williams & Mayhew, PLLC and is currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Virginia. He is a graduate of Lynchburg College and has been associated with the firm since 2009. Michael currently works with small to medium size business enterprises, not for profit organizations, and employee benefit plans in the areas of auditing, accountancy, taxation and business consultancy services. In addition to his involvement with professional organizations he has also involved in the community by serving on the board of local community service organization and with local non profit organizations.

Join the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce to learn what triggers business income coverage, and what you need to look for as an employer; workers' compensation issues during this crisis; payment concerns for businesses because of the drop in revenue; how exposures have changed since a policy has renewed; and important considerations on the operational side of a business and how those influences coverage.

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Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and registered attendees will receive a link to join prior to the event.

Admission Info:

There is no charge to attend this event, but registration is required. Space is limited, so register early!

WE Lead provides access to energizing programs that develop leadership skills and build professional networks for women in business. WE Lead programs are focused on, but not exclusive to, women.

Join us for a conversation about leadership challenges we all are facing during this uncertain time, both professionally and personally. Focused on a recent Forbes article, Here are the Top Five Leadership Challenges During the Coronavirus Pandemic, this facilitated conversation [which will include virtual small group breakouts] will allow attendees to share and learn from one another.

Click here to read the Forbes article. 

The following questions will guide the facilitated conversation:

1. How do you balance being an inspirational and comforting leader while continuing to carry on "business as usual"?
2. How do you respond to countless questions when there are no clear answers?

3. How do you engage your colleagues and/or clients while working remotely?

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Make sure your business is aware of, and prepared for, significant changes in state and federal employment laws. Whether it is employment discrimination, a non-compete agreement or a wage payment, there are many substantive changes in Virginia and on the national level that take effect July 1, 2020. 

Join Hunter Byrnes and Steven Gould of Byrnes Gould Law for an interactive webinar on the changes and how you can prepare for them as an employer.

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Featured Presenters:

Hunter Byrnes is a partner and co-founder of Byrnes Gould Law in Danville.  The firm focuses on business issues, including employment law and commercial litigation, and strives to build relationships with its clients to better anticipate the ever-changing needs of the business world.  He regularly advises employers and employees on statutes and regulations, contracts, human resources, unemployment, employee handbooks, and best practices.  Hunter previously served as General Counsel and Vice-President of Infinity Global after working for the law firms of Hunton & Williams and Clement Wheatley.  He is licensed by the Virginia and North Carolina State Bars and regularly appears in State and Federal courts in both states.  Hunter received his law degree from the University of Virginia and is a proud member of the Board of Directors for the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce.
 

Steven Gould is a principal with the Danville firm Byrnes Gould Law and focuses his practice on employment law, estate planning, civil litigation, and assisting clients who interact with Virginia’s state agencies and regulatory boards.  He is a former member and vice chairman of the Danville School Board and is currently a member of the Longwood University Board of Visitors.  He is an active member of Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church and also serves on the Board of Directors of the Virginia Law Foundation and on the Pro Bono Committee of the Supreme Court of Virginia’s Access to Justice Commission.  Prior to attending law school, Steven – a Danville native – served for five years as a policy adviser in the Office of the Governor in Richmond, where he focused his work on economic and workforce development, agriculture, housing, and executive clemency.  He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of Virginia School of Law.

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During this event, community leaders will provide an informative update of the impacts of COVID-19 on our region.

Featured Presenters:

• Ken Larking, City Manager, City of Danville
• Alan Larson, President, SOVAH Health
• David Smitherman, County Administrator, Pittsylvania County
• Scott Spillmann, District Health Director, Virginia Department of Health

Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and participants will receive a link to join prior to the meeting. Special accommodations for those with disabilities will be considered. Please let us know by December 8 if you require special accommodations.

Admission Info:
This virtual event is open to the public. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. 

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Date: December 17, 2020
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

The Workforce Summit provides access to information on current workforce and education trends delivered by regional and state experts.

We will hear regional workforce updates from:

• Dr. Julie Brown | Director of Advanced Learning, Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
• Dana Wilson | Program Coordinator for Work-based Learning [WBL], Institute for Advanced Learning and Research

The Workforce Panel will focus on VEDP's Talent Accelerator and Virginia Jobs Investment Programs, and how they are being utilized in Danville and Pittsylvania County. This panel will be moderated by Linda Green, Executive Director of the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance.

Workforce panelists include:
Mike Grundmann, Senior Vice President, Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Chantel Hollen, Human Resources Manager, Amthor International
Michael Lewis, Director, Human Resources, Morgan Olson
Tim Stuller, Vice President, Virginia Economic Development Partnership

Event Location: This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and participants will receive a link to join prior to the meeting. Special accommodations for those with disabilities will be considered. Please let us know by December 14 if you require special accommodations.

Admission Info: Registration Cost: $30; Member Rate: $20

Cancelations may be made without penalty up to 48 hours prior to the event date. Registrants will be charged the full registration fee for no-shows and/or cancellations made within 48 hours of the event.  Registrant substitutions are allowed and may be made at any time up to the start time of the event.

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The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of COmmerece would like to invite you to The Rules of COVID-19 Management: Understanding Virginia’s Permanent Workplace Health and Safety Standards.

Last July, Virginia adopted first-in-the-nation workplace standards to protect employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. Those standards have now become permanent and include several key changes, along with important requirements for employers to train employees and develop response plans.

Join attorneys Hunter Byrnes and Steven Gould of Byrnes Gould Law to learn more about what your organization must do to comply with the permanent standards and protect your employees.

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FEATURED PRESENTERS: HUNTER BYRNES & STEVEN GOULD

Hunter Byrnes is a partner and co-founder of Byrnes Gould Law in Danville.  The firm focuses on business issues, including employment law and commercial litigation, and strives to build relationships with its clients to better anticipate the ever-changing needs of the business world.  He regularly advises employers and employees on statutes and regulations, contracts, human resources, unemployment, employee handbooks, and best practices.  Hunter previously served as General Counsel and Vice-President of Infinity Global after working for the law firms of Hunton & Williams and Clement Wheatley.  He is licensed by the Virginia and North Carolina State Bars and regularly appears in State and Federal courts in both states.  Hunter received his law degree from the University of Virginia and is a proud member of the Board of Directors for the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce.
 

Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and participants will receive a link to join prior to the meeting.

Admission Info:
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

WE Lead provides access to energizing programs that develop leadership skills and build professional networks for women in business.

Join us for a conversation focused on the mental health, economic and professional challenges women have been experiencing since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

WE Lead encourages our male colleagues and friends to join this important discussion.

Panelists:
Jim Bebeau | Danville Pittsylvania Community Services
Renee Haltom | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Ann Vandervliet Stratton | Smart Beginnings Danville Pittsylvania

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Event Location:
This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. A Zoom account is not required to participate, and participants will receive a link to join prior to the meeting. This meeting will be recorded and shared with those who register for the event, even if they cannot attend the live program. Special accommodations for those with disabilities will be considered. Please let us know by August 13 if you require special accommodations.

Admission Info:
Registration: $20
Member Rate: $10

Business@Breakfast provides access to the most current regional and state information impacting the business community.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the ways we live and work. Join us on August 18 for a conversation about the short and long-term impacts of the pandemic on business, specifically remote work, from both the employer and employee perspectives. 

Braden Rawls | Co-Founder, CEO | VitalPlan.com
Sonya Ravindranath Waddell | Vice President and Economist, Regional and Community Analysis | Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
Wendy Wellener | Vice President Shared Services | Dominion Energy Services

Moderated by Dr. Brian Jackson | Vice President for Workforce Services | Danville Community College

Event Location:
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research 150 Slayton Avenue Danville, Virginia 24540 This event will be held in person. Special accommodations for those with disabilities will be considered. Please let us know by May 20 if you require special accommodations.

Admission Info:
Corporate Tables: $200
Member Rate: $20
Non-Member Rate: $30


Cancelations may be made without penalty up to 48 hours prior to the event date. Registrants will be charged the full registration fee for no-shows and/or cancellations made within 48 hours of the event.  Registrant substitutions are allowed and may be made at any time up to the start time of the event.

The Workforce Summit provides access to information on current workforce and education trends delivered by regional and state experts. The job market is more competitive than ever and your business success relies on having the right people with the right skills. Recruiting and retaining the right talent has always been challenging, combine that with changing demographics and economic conditions and the challenge is bigger now. Through interactive discussions and case exercises, you learn and practice ways to: Assess your organization’s combination of talent and experience  Understand the steps in the employee continuum Apply new knowledge through interactive case studies Connect with resources to build your internal and external talent pipelines Participants will leave with a toolkit to evaluate their current and future talent needs!

Facilitators: Katie Beach | Consultant and Owner Katie Beach Consulting Charity Boyette | Tractus Strategic Partners, Co-Founder & COO Kimberly Carlson | Tractus Strategic Partners, Co-Founder & CEO p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 15.0px Calibri; color: #1e497d; -webkit-text-stroke: #1e497d} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} Come learn how to make your company stand out from the competition and connect with the best talent. This program will provide opportunities to assess your current strategies for recruiting and retaining talent to meet today’s needs and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities. 

Light refreshments available.
 

Event Contact:
Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce | 434.836.6990
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