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SUMMARY:Policy & Progress: Lunch with Legislators
DESCRIPTION:Join the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce for Policy & Progress: Lunch with Legislators\, an engaging discussion on the public policy issues shaping Virginia’s business climate.  \nWith the General Assembly session complete and Virginia’s newly adopted budget now in place\, this year’s event offers a unique opportunity to look beyond the headlines. Hear firsthand how recently passed legislation and budget decisions will impact employers\, communities\, and economic development across the Commonwealth while gaining insight into the priorities already emerging for the 2027 legislative session. \nThe program will begin with remarks from Brad Hall\, President & CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce\, followed by a legislative overview from Keith Martin\, Executive Vice President of Public Policy and General Counsel for the VA Chamber. \nThe program concludes with a moderated panel discussion led by Linda Green\, VP of Economic Development at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research; Executive Director of the Southern Virginia Regional Alliance; and Chair of the Chamber’s Legislative Committee\, featuring:  \n\nSenator Tammy Mulchi\, Virginia State Senate\, 9th District\nDelegate Eric Phillips\, Virginia House of Delegates\, 48th District\nDelegate Madison Whittle\, Virginia House of Delegates\, 49th District\n\nWhether you’re a business leader\, community stakeholder\, or engaged citizen\, this is your opportunity to hear directly from state leaders\, ask questions\, and better understand the legislative decisions shaping our region’s future. \nFees/Admissions\n\nChamber members- $50\nFuture members- $60\nCorporate Tables- $500
URL:https://www.ialr.org/event/policy-progress-lunch-with-legislators/
LOCATION:Institute for Advanced Learning and Research\, 150 Slayton Avenue\, Danville\, VA\, 24504\, United States
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SUMMARY:RISE Summit
DESCRIPTION:Level up your business at the third annual RISE Summit—a favorite event packed with inspiration\, skill-building workshops\, and high-impact networking. This year\, we are leveling up the experience even more! The focus is Innovation in Business\, Manufacturing\, and Agriculture. Whether you’re in manufacturing\, agriculture\, or any type of entrepreneur\, this is THE EVENT for YOU! \nIALR employees serving as session speakers: \n \nDr. Scott Lowman\, Vice President of Applied Research \n  \n \nTaurean Russell\, Vice President of Information Technology
URL:https://www.ialr.org/event/rise-summit/
LOCATION:Institute for Advanced Learning and Research\, 150 Slayton Avenue\, Danville\, VA\, 24504\, United States
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SUMMARY:CEA Summit East 2026
DESCRIPTION:Indoor Ag-Con and the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Innovation Center — a joint project with the  Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) — invite you to join us for our 5th annual edition. \nDesigned to bring the CEA industry and academia together to share research\, business strategies and build partnerships to drive future growth for the sector and its stakeholders\, the CEA Summit East promises to grow your business!
URL:https://www.ialr.org/event/cea-summit-east/
LOCATION:Institute for Advanced Learning and Research\, 150 Slayton Avenue\, Danville\, VA\, 24504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Applied Research,Community Events,Featured
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SUMMARY:Career ChoICE Youth Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Career ChoICE Youth Expo is Southern Virginia’s premier hands-on career exploration event\, engaging over 4\,500 middle and high school students annually. \nCoordinated by the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR)\, the Expo connects students with local industries and future career opportunities.
URL:https://www.ialr.org/event/career-choice-youth-expo/
LOCATION:Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex\, 19783 US 29\, Chatham\, VA\, 24531\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced Learning,Community Events,Featured
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