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Virginia Chamber: Webinar - New Virginia Employment Laws
2026-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Virginia employers are facing one of the most significant shifts in employment law in recent years.
The 2026 General Assembly session produced a sweeping package of new employment-related legislation. With many provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026, businesses across the Commonwealth must prepare for changes affecting hiring practices, workplace policies, compliance obligations, and litigation risk.
To help Virginia employers understand and prepare for these changes, the Virginia Chamber Legal Institute will host a virtual briefing on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
The webinar will be led by Charlie Meyer, Partner at O’Hagan Meyer and Co-Chair of the Virginia Chamber Legal Institute, who will provide an overview of key employment law developments from the 2026 General Assembly session and discuss their implications for Virginia employers.
What You’ll Learn
Charlie will walk through the new employment laws enacted by the General Assembly, explain what they require of employers, and outline practical steps Virginia businesses should take to achieve compliance and reduce risk. Topics include:

Pay Transparency (HB 636/SB 215)
Heat Illness Prevention (HB 1092/SB 288)
Appeal Bond Caps (HB 1111)
Noncompete Restrictions (SB 170)
Class Actions (HB 449/SB 229)
Paid Sick Leave (HB 5/SB 199)
Paid Family & Medical Leave (HB 1207/SB 2)
Expanded Wage Liability (HB 238)

This session is designed for business leaders, in-house counsel, human resource professionals, compliance officers, and anyone responsible for employment practices within their organization.
This webinar is complimentary; however, registration is required.
REGISTER HERE

NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters (Lakeview)
2026-07-02 11:45 - 13:00, 2026-06-25 11:45 - 13:00 | 2200 Kraft Drive, Lakeview conference room, 2200 Kraft Drive, Lakeview conference room, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, United States
Weekly meeting of NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters group

NRV Lunch Bunch Toastmasters
2026-07-02 11:45 - 13:00, 2026-06-25 11:45 - 13:00 | VA

Get Moving with the VTCRC Walking Club
2026-07-01 12:30 - 13:00 | Wikiteria Cafe Patio, 1715 Pratt Drive Suite 1200, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, United States
Need a midday reset? Join the VTCRC Walking Club every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. for a refreshing walk around the park. Meet at the Wikiteria Patio, enjoy some fresh air, connect with colleagues, and get moving—all fitness levels are welcome.
Whether you’re looking to recharge, expand your network, or simply step away from your desk, we’d love to have you join us.
Step away. Connect. Move.
Sign up HERE

New River Valley Business Exchange Weekly Meeting
2026-07-01 08:30 - 10:00, 2026-06-24 08:30 - 10:00 | Entrepreneur Resource Center @VTCRC, 2200 Kraft Dr. Suite 1325, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, United States
NRVBE Mission Statement: Our goal is the exchange of business referrals as a method of support and growth of individual members. Members are expected to maintain high professional standards. Each profession may be represented by multiple members per profession, but the membership reserves the right to cap the number in any one profession as it sees fit. We aim to support the general community through service projects and volunteer efforts. Our combined professional and community efforts will serve to develop and grow our business family and our bottom line.

SBDC's Ready for Anything Workshop Series
2026-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | CoWorks @ The HUB, 801 East Main St., Radford, VA, 24142, United States
Ready For Anything One-Page Flyer (2) (002)
Ready For Anything is a 6-part series of free workshops designed to help small businesses in the New River Valley build resiliency. Led by experienced business advisors and local subject matter experts, the program will help prepare your business for unforeseen challenges and have a plan in place to move forward once the dust settles.
Session 1: Continuity Planning | June 23, 2026
Identifying what the business does and what
it needs to keep doing during a crisis.
Session 2: Financial Resilience | July 21, 2026
Cash flow protection and post-disaster funding.
Session 3: Disaster Preparedness | August 18, 2026
Physical safety and immediate site procedures.
Session 4: Risk Management & Insurance | 2027 Date TBD
Mitigating loss through coverage and physical
preventative measures.
Session 5: Cyber Security | 2027 Date TBD
Protecting data and ensuring digital continuity.
Session 6: Marketing Continuity | 2027 Date TBD
Communicating with customers and managing reputation.
2-hour evening sessions | Virtual option available (Zoom link provided after registration)
Register: www.roanokesmallbusiness.org/readyforanything

VTCRC Summer Volleyball League Registration Now Open!
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-24 | VA
The VTCRC Summer Volleyball League is back! 🏐
Join us and connect with colleagues from across the park while enjoying some friendly competition, fresh air, and fun after work.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for a great way to meet people and stay active, the league is free and open to all skill levels!
✅ Free to participate
✅ All skill levels welcome
✅ Can join individually or with a group
✅ Games begin June 29 through end of August
✅ Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Register by June 24: https://playpass.com/vt-crc-sports-leagues
