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BEDFORD AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce and Business; Working Together for A Stronger Community FOCUS According to About.com, job fairs are excellent places to learn, network are excellent places to learn, network to leave lasting impressions when hundreds of job seekers were at the booths before you, with hundreds more after. But there are ways to make the most of your time on the job fair floor and beat your competitors. • Visit the website of the Job Fair producer at www. bedfordareachamber.com, search for jobs in advance, to target the most promising, participating employers. Read the employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer the the employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer the if job fair producers don’t offer these options, most at least list the participating employers and the general types of list the participating employers and the general types of own. The more you know about each, the better. • Plan to take at least 25 crisp resumes to a job fair, 40 or so if it’s a huge event. Bring a pen, pencil and notepad too, and organize it all in a nice brief case or portfolio. • Before a job fair, prepare to interview on the spot, summary style in a few minutes or less. In other words, be prepared to quickly sell your skills, talents and experiences. Job fairs tend to be more casual than formal interviews, so you can relax and be more friendly. But also “read the mood” of the employer’s representative with whom you’re speaking at the moment, and adjust your style accordingly. Dress sharp, act professional and display enthusiasm. • Also prepare to fill out a job application on the spot. Unless you’re otherwise directed, it’s best to turn it in right away. Taking it home first allows your better- prepared competitors to beat you to it. • Arrive a few minutes early at a job fair, to register if required and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map if required and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map if targeted. If a job list is available, check it, just in case employers added new jobs since you last researched. If you’re going to attend seminars, networking events and such, look for the schedules while you’re at it. • Visit your targeted employers first with resume in hand, and spend some “quality time” with each. But, hand, and spend some “quality time” with each. But, so don’t try to hog all their time or be offended if they cut it short. Once you’ve hit all of your targets, “shop” other it short. Once you’ve hit all of your targets, “shop” other has casual get-togethers, have some fun while networking too! • When wrapping up your conversations with employers’ reps, show your interest by asking them what the next steps are. Ask if it’s okay to call them or send follow-up letters a few days after the job fair ends. But if they say they’ll contact you, don’t press your luck too much. The squeaking wheel doesn’t always get the oil in this case. • Track to which employers you’ve submitted your resume at the job fair, so you don’t redundantly resubmit it too soon. It’s a good idea to jot down other notes too, right after you talk with each rep. This will help you to right after you talk with each rep. This will help you to will take notes on you.) Taking notes will also help you to effectively follow up with a call or letter. • Collect business cards or contact info as you go, and • Collect business cards or contact info as you go, and to each of the representatives with whom you spoke. It’s courteous, professional and typically expected, even after courteous, professional and typically expected, even after their minds, to help you land follow-up interviews. • Afterwards, revisit the job fair producers’ sites periodically. Many continue to list new and unfilled openings for some time after job fairs. Post your resume openings for some time after job fairs. Post your resume offer these options, visit the sites of employers that interest you. It wouldn’t hurt to visit the latter anyway, as they may have new openings they don’t forward to the they may have new openings they don’t forward to the with your resume, as it’ll appear that you’re unorganized and not keeping track. One resume in three to six months is enough. If you want to know what’s going with your is enough. If you want to know what’s going with your you know if you should submit your resume again. Join the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Region 2000 Workforce Investment Board, News & Advance, Central Virginia Community College and others, as we host the 3rd Annual Job Fair on May 13, 2015 from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Bedford Campus of Central Virginia Community College, 1633 Venture of Central Virginia Community College, 1633 Venture This event will be open to the public, featuring businesses in our area that are actively hiring and offering workshops throughout the day for job seekers. Contact the Chamber office for questions or details at 540-586-9401 ext. 102. PAID ADVERTISEMENT How to Prepare for a Job Fair MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT FOCUS NEW MEMBERS MARCH 2015 APRIL NETWORKING BEFORE NINE – TACO BELL BEDFORD AREA CHAMBER TO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CANDIDATES FORUM SML 50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE TO HOST COMMUNITY MEETING ANNUAL DINNER As a Chamber member, you become a part of a vibrant group of businesses with the advantage of a local referral network. Congratulations to these New Chamber Members who’ve made the wise decision and significant investment in their businesses. If you’re not already a Chamber member and are interested in membership, please contact Heather Alto at 540-586-9401 ext. 103. BACC Members went South of the Border with Taco Bell at this month’s Networking Before Nine! Taco Bell/Long John Silvers in Bedford hosted, playing trivia and allowing each guest to try a menu item of their choosing. President & CEO, Susan Martin began the “30 Second Commercial” portion of the event by announcing Chamber News. Attendees present included BACC Staff; Board Member Stan Bennett (Arthur’s Business Service), Town Manager Charlie Kolakowski; Pinnacle Investors Bedford Bulletin, Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital, and the Bank of Fincastle; BACC Ambassadors Terry Heiligenstadt (The Pampered Chef), and Tommy Doukas (New York Life). Taco Bell/Long John Silvers is located at 1001 Independence Blvd and offers quick service American Mexican Food as well as cod, haddock, and shrimp seafood. Convenient and easily accessible, stop by today to try new breakfast menu items! The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Candidates Forum for the Board of Supervisor candidates on Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00 PM at Central Virginia Community College, Bedford Campus, 1633 Venture Blvd., Bedford. This forum is open to the community and will bring together candidates running for the Bedford County Board of Supervisors in a Q & A format. Each of the candidates will give a 5-10 minute introduction and a moderated question and answer discussion will take place following the presentations by Tim Saunders, WDBJ-7. Questions may be submitted in advance of the event or entered on a question card during the forum. No questions will be taken from the floor. In order to submit a question in advance please call the Chamber offices at 540-586-9401 ext. 102 or stop by the office at 305 E. Main Street to complete a question card. Invited Board of Supervisors’ candidates include Annie Pollard; Tammy Parker; Tommy Scott; Kevin Willis;Andy Dooley; and John Messier. The Chamber encourages the public to submit questions for consideration no later than Monday, May 18. Contact the Chamber or visit www.bedfordareachamber.com for more information. Wednesday, May 6, Noon-1:00 pm: Join us for a brown-bag lunch event at the Bedford Area Welcome Center featuring a briefing on the plans to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake in 2016. Speakers are Bill Piatt, Steering Committee Chairman, and Jerry Hale, Events Manager. Hear about all the fun and interesting events already planned for the anniversary year and participate in a discussion of how Bedford- area businesses and residents can get involved. Bring your own lunch; drinks and cookies provided. Free and open to the public. Contact: barb@ visitsmithmountainlake.com, 540-721-1203. The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce took members Back to Business Basics at the Annual Dinner on March 26th at Boonsboro Country Club. The event was so well attended that additional overflow seats had to be released multiple times! In addition to networking, silent auction and a delicious dinner, the presentation featured Keynote Speaker and Local Proprietor, Dr. Douglas Farrago (Forest Direct Primary Care) who addressed the crowd with humorous anecdotes on his own journey into entrepreneurship. The dinner culminated with the 2014 Excellence in Business Awards, an annual honor from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce that recognizes organizations and individuals that go above and beyond for the community. Agri-Business of the Year Nominees included Farmers’ Market at the Y (Bedford Area Family YMCA), Bedford Wine Trail, and Alpaca by Jaca. Small Business of the Year Nominees included Forest Family Dentistry, Forest Direct Primary Care, The White Hart Café, Town Kitchen & Provisions, Lynchburg Roofing, and Everafter. Large Business of the Year Nominees included Wooldridge Heating Air & Electrical, Fostek, Simplimatic Automation, and Sam Moore Furniture. Non-Profit Organization of the Year Nominees included Centra Health, Bedford Christian Ministries, Bedford Health and Dental Centers, Bower Center (Wharton Society), National D-Day Memorial, American Red Cross Blue Ridge Region, Bedford Domestic Violence Services, and CASA of Central Virginia. Citizen of the Year Nominees included Macon Putney, Evelyn Johnson, and Kevin Willis. View Nominees videos by visiting www.youtube.com/user/BedfrdAreaChmbr. The Farmers’ Market at theY, Town Kitchen & Provisions, Fostek, National D-Day Memorial, and Evelyn Johnson were named winners in their respective categories. Chamber Staff also awarded Rebecca Sturm-Clauser (Coach Rebecca) with the Founding FathersAward for Volunteer Service for her dedication to the organization. The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce would like to specially thank all of the contributors to the Silent Auction, without whom the fundraiser would not have been such a success! A Goode View Alpaca Farm, Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center, Alpaca By Jaca, Andy Chang’s, Apocalypse Ale Works, Appalachian Othodontics of Lynchburg, Arthur’s Jewelry, Bank of Fincastle, Basketcase, Bedford Area Chamber Board of Directors, Bedford Area Family YMCA, Bedford Country Club, Bedford Social Club, Bedford Welcome Center, Bedford Wine Trail Members, Benjamins, Boonsboro Country Club, Bower Center for the Arts, Brauburgers, Bridgewater Marina, Brookside Par 3, Bull’s, Carol’s Place, CASA’s of Central VA, Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital, Central Virginia FCU, Coach Rebecca, Comcast Spotlight, Craddock Terry ,Curtains, Blinds & Bath, Delegate T. Scott Garrett, Emerson Creek Pottery, Everafter, Ferguson, Forest Sub, Fostek, Foster Fuels, Gary’s Garden Center, Halesford Harbor, Hamilton’s Jewelers, Hotel Roanoke, iHeart Media, Jersey Mike’s, Kitchen & Bath Ideas, L. Ron Robey Aflac, La Caretta, Laker Media, Leisure Media 360, Lexie’s Vintage & Home Décor, Little Town Players, London Salt Spa, Lori’s, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Lynchburg Music Center, Lynchburg True Value, Massage Envy, Mayberry Antique Mall, McDonald’s – Forest, Monkee Joes, Moneta Farm & Home Supply, MontVue Capital Management, National D-Day Memorial, New London House, New London Massage Therapy, Peak Prose, Peaks of Otter Lodge, People’s Furniture, PhoneAxiom Express Device Repair, Polished to Perfection, Opera on the James, Rainfrost Nursery, Reagan Flaherty and Bonnie Platt, Renee Ruth, Richard Turner, Riverside Veterinary Hospital, Ruby Tuesday, Scott’s Mulch & More, Steph’s Bubbles & Bows, Sugar & Slice, Sylvain Melloul, Taco Bell – Bedford, Teva Pharmaceuticals, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters, The Fresh Market, The Lawn Guy, The Well, TimbrookAutomotive, Town Kitchen & Provisions, Tuck Chiropractic, Union Bank & Trust, United Way of Central Virginia, Virginia Dare, Virginia Eagle Distributing, Virginia Eye Clinic, Virginia Furniture Market Express, Westside Deli, Wheeler Broadcasting, White Hart Café, Wolfbane Productions, and WSET ABC13. The Annual Dinner was sponsored by Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital, Gentry Locke Attorneys, BB&T, Lumos Networks, Union First Bank & Trust, Virginia Eagle Distributing, Boxley, Coleman-Adams Construction, Generation Solutions, Bank of the James, Lynchburg Business Magazine, Bloom by Doyle’s, and LiveStream Lynchburg. • Timbrook Automotive • Hope for Tomorrow Counseling • Tupperware – Tina Miller • Cruise Planners • NAV Industrial, Inc. • Merrill Lynch – Mike Sharrett • Aim & Shoot Photography • Bedford Yoga Center • Club Z! In Home Tutoring • Anderson Garage Door • Affordable Septic LLC • Turner Insurance Agency • Mary Kay – Karen Patterson • Brauburgers Craft Burgers & Beer • James River Advisors • FastSigns Lynchburg • The Grounds Guys of Lynchburg • Graves Mill Storage, Inc. • Stifel Financial • Microtel Inn & Suites • Hebruz Coffee House

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BEDFORDAREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce and Business; Working Together for A Stronger CommunityFOCUS

According to About.com, job fairsare excellent places to learn, networkand land a job. It can be difficultare excellent places to learn, network

to leave lasting impressions whenhundreds of job seekers were at the booths before you,with hundreds more after. But there are ways to makethe most of your time on the job fair floor and beat yourcompetitors.

• Visit the website of the Job Fair producer at www.bedfordareachamber.com, search for jobs in advance, totarget the most promising, participating employers. Readthe employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer theclassic question, “Why do you want to work for us?” Eventhe employers’ profiles if available, to help you answer the

if job fair producers don’t offer these options, most at leastlist the participating employers and the general types ofjobs they have open, so you may research them on yourlist the participating employers and the general types of

own. The more you know about each, the better.• Plan to take at least 25 crisp resumes to a job fair, 40

or so if it’s a huge event. Bring a pen, pencil and notepadtoo, and organize it all in a nice brief case or portfolio.

• Before a job fair, prepare to interview on the spot,summary style in a few minutes or less. In other words,be prepared to quickly sell your skills, talents andexperiences. Job fairs tend to be more casual than formalinterviews, so you can relax and be more friendly. Butalso “read the mood” of the employer’s representativewith whom you’re speaking at the moment, and adjustyour style accordingly. Dress sharp, act professional anddisplay enthusiasm.

• Also prepare to fill out a job application on thespot. Unless you’re otherwise directed, it’s best to turnit in right away. Taking it home first allows your better-

prepared competitors to beat you to it.• Arrive a few minutes early at a job fair, to register if

required and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map ifavailable, and route your path to the employers you’verequired and plan your “attack.” Pick up a booth map if

targeted. If a job list is available, check it, just in caseemployers added new jobs since you last researched. Ifyou’re going to attend seminars, networking events andsuch, look for the schedules while you’re at it.

• Visit your targeted employers first with resume inhand, and spend some “quality time” with each. But,remember that they have many more job seekers waiting,hand, and spend some “quality time” with each. But,

so don’t try to hog all their time or be offended if they cutit short. Once you’ve hit all of your targets, “shop” otheremployers’ booths and do some networking. If the job fairit short. Once you’ve hit all of your targets, “shop” other

has casual get-togethers, have some fun while networkingtoo!

• When wrapping up your conversations withemployers’ reps, show your interest by asking them whatthe next steps are. Ask if it’s okay to call them or sendfollow-up letters a few days after the job fair ends. Butif they say they’ll contact you, don’t press your luck toomuch. The squeaking wheel doesn’t always get the oil inthis case.

• Track to which employers you’ve submitted yourresume at the job fair, so you don’t redundantly resubmitit too soon. It’s a good idea to jot down other notes too,right after you talk with each rep. This will help you tostay consistent, in case you land a follow-up interviewright after you talk with each rep. This will help you to

with the same person. (You can bet that interested repsstay consistent, in case you land a follow-up interview

will take notes on you.) Taking notes will also help you toeffectively follow up with a call or letter.

• Collect business cards or contact info as you go, anddo follow up within 24-48 hours with a thank-you letter

• Collect business cards or contact info as you go, and

to each of the representatives with whom you spoke. It’scourteous, professional and typically expected, even aftercasual job fairs. Complying might make you stand out incourteous, professional and typically expected, even after

their minds, to help you land follow-up interviews.• Afterwards, revisit the job fair producers’ sites

periodically. Many continue to list new and unfilledopenings for some time after job fairs. Post your resumeif you haven’t already done so. Again, if producers don’topenings for some time after job fairs. Post your resume

offer these options, visit the sites of employers thatinterest you. It wouldn’t hurt to visit the latter anyway, asthey may have new openings they don’t forward to theproducers after the job fair. But don’t bombard employersthey may have new openings they don’t forward to the

with your resume, as it’ll appear that you’re unorganizedand not keeping track. One resume in three to six monthsis enough. If you want to know what’s going with yourresume or if you see a new position, send a follow-upis enough. If you want to know what’s going with your

letter or letter of inquiry instead. The employer will letresume or if you see a new position, send a follow-up

you know if you should submit your resume again.Join the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, in

collaboration with the Region 2000 Workforce InvestmentBoard, News & Advance, Central Virginia CommunityCollege and others, as we host the 3rd Annual Job Fair onMay 13, 2015 from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Bedford Campusof Central Virginia Community College, 1633 VentureBlvd., Bedford.of Central Virginia Community College, 1633 Venture

This event will be open to the public, featuringbusinesses in our area that are actively hiring and offeringworkshops throughout the day for job seekers. Contactthe Chamber office for questions or details at 540-586-9401ext. 102.

PA I D A D V E R T I S E M E N T

How to Prepare for a Job FairMESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

FOCUSFOCUS

NEW MEMBERS MARCH 2015 APRIL NETWORKING BEFORE NINE – TACO BELL

BEDFORD AREA CHAMBER TOBOARD OF SUPERVISORS

CANDIDATES FORUM

SML 50TH ANNIVERSARYCOMMITTEE TO HOSTCOMMUNITY MEETING

ANNUAL DINNER

As a Chamber member, you become a part of a vibrant group of businesseswith the advantage of a local referral network. Congratulations to these NewChamber Members who’ve made the wise decision and significant investmentin their businesses. If you’re not already a Chamber member and are interestedin membership, please contact Heather Alto at 540-586-9401 ext. 103.

BACC Members went South of the Border withTaco Bell at this month’s Networking Before Nine!Taco Bell at this month’s Networking Before Nine!Taco Bell/Long John Silvers in Bedford hosted,playing trivia and allowing each guest to try amenu item of their choosing. President & CEO,Susan Martin began the “30 Second Commercial”portion of the event by announcing ChamberNews. Attendees present included BACC Staff;Board Member Stan Bennett (Arthur’s BusinessService), Town Manager Charlie Kolakowski;Pinnacle Investors Bedford Bulletin, CentraBedford Memorial Hospital, and the Bank of Fincastle; BACC Ambassadors TerryHeiligenstadt (The Pampered Chef), and Tommy Doukas (New York Life).

Taco Bell/Long John Silvers is located at 1001 Independence Blvd and offersquick service American Mexican Food as well as cod, haddock, and shrimpseafood. Convenient and easily accessible, stop by today to try new breakfastmenu items!

The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Candidates Forum forthe Board of Supervisor candidates on Wednesday, May 20 at 6:00 PM at CentralVirginia Community College, Bedford Campus, 1633 Venture Blvd., Bedford.

This forum is open to the community and will bring together candidates runningfor the Bedford County Board of Supervisors in a Q & A format. Each of thecandidates will give a 5-10 minute introduction and a moderated question andanswer discussion will take place following the presentations by Tim Saunders,WDBJ-7.

Questions may be submitted in advance of the event or entered on a question cardduring the forum. No questions will be taken from the floor. In order to submit aquestion in advance please call the Chamber offices at 540-586-9401 ext. 102 or stopby the office at 305 E. Main Street to complete a question card.

Invited Board of Supervisors’ candidates include Annie Pollard; Tammy Parker;Tommy Scott; Kevin Willis; Andy Dooley; and John Messier.

The Chamber encourages the public to submit questions for consideration no laterthan Monday, May 18. Contact the Chamber or visit www.bedfordareachamber.comfor more information.

Wednesday, May 6, Noon-1:00 pm: Join us for a brown-bag lunch eventat the Bedford Area Welcome Center featuring a briefing on the plans tocelebrate the 50th Anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake in 2016. Speakersare Bill Piatt, Steering Committee Chairman, and Jerry Hale, EventsManager. Hear about all the fun and interesting events already plannedfor the anniversary year and participate in a discussion of how Bedford-area businesses and residents can get involved. Bring your own lunch;drinks and cookies provided. Free and open to the public. Contact: [email protected], 540-721-1203.

The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce took membersBack to Business Basics at the Annual Dinner on March 26th atBoonsboro Country Club. The event was so well attended thatadditional overflow seats had to be released multiple times! Inaddition to networking, silent auction and a delicious dinner, thepresentation featured Keynote Speaker and Local Proprietor, Dr.Douglas Farrago (Forest Direct Primary Care) who addressedthe crowd with humorous anecdotes on his own journey intoentrepreneurship.

The dinner culminated with the 2014 Excellence in BusinessAwards, an annual honor from the Bedford Area Chamber ofCommerce that recognizes organizations and individuals thatgo above and beyond for the community. Agri-Business of theYear Nominees included Farmers’ Market at the Y (BedfordArea Family YMCA), Bedford Wine Trail, and Alpaca by Jaca.Small Business of the Year Nominees included Forest FamilyDentistry, Forest Direct Primary Care, The White Hart Café,Town Kitchen & Provisions, Lynchburg Roofing, and Everafter.Large Business of the Year Nominees included WooldridgeHeating Air & Electrical, Fostek, Simplimatic Automation, andSam Moore Furniture. Non-Profit Organization of the YearNominees included Centra Health, Bedford Christian Ministries,Bedford Health and Dental Centers, Bower Center (WhartonSociety), National D-Day Memorial, American Red Cross BlueRidge Region, Bedford Domestic Violence Services, and CASA ofCentral Virginia. Citizen of the Year Nominees included MaconPutney, Evelyn Johnson, and Kevin Willis. View Nomineesvideos by visiting www.youtube.com/user/BedfrdAreaChmbr.The Farmers’ Market at the Y, Town Kitchen & Provisions, Fostek,National D-Day Memorial, and Evelyn Johnson were namedwinners in their respective categories.

Chamber Staff also awarded Rebecca Sturm-Clauser (CoachRebecca) with the Founding Fathers Award for Volunteer Servicefor her dedication to the organization.

The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce would like tospecially thank all of the contributors to the Silent Auction,without whom the fundraiser would not have been such asuccess! A Goode View Alpaca Farm, Alan B. Pearson CancerCenter, Alpaca By Jaca, Andy Chang’s, Apocalypse Ale Works,

Appalachian Othodontics of Lynchburg, Arthur’s Jewelry,Bank of Fincastle, Basketcase, Bedford Area Chamber Boardof Directors, Bedford Area Family YMCA, Bedford CountryClub, Bedford Social Club, Bedford Welcome Center, BedfordWine Trail Members, Benjamins, Boonsboro Country Club,Bower Center for the Arts, Brauburgers, Bridgewater Marina,Brookside Par 3, Bull’s, Carol’s Place, CASA’s of Central VA,Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital, Central Virginia FCU,Coach Rebecca, Comcast Spotlight, Craddock Terry ,Curtains,Blinds & Bath, Delegate T. Scott Garrett, Emerson Creek Pottery,Everafter, Ferguson, Forest Sub, Fostek, Foster Fuels, Gary’sGarden Center, Halesford Harbor, Hamilton’s Jewelers, HotelRoanoke, iHeart Media, Jersey Mike’s, Kitchen & Bath Ideas, L.Ron Robey Aflac, La Caretta, Laker Media, Leisure Media 360,Lexie’s Vintage & Home Décor, Little Town Players, LondonSalt Spa, Lori’s, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Lynchburg MusicCenter, Lynchburg True Value, Massage Envy, MayberryAntique Mall, McDonald’s – Forest, Monkee Joes, Moneta Farm& Home Supply, MontVue Capital Management, NationalD-Day Memorial, New London House, New London MassageTherapy, Peak Prose, Peaks of Otter Lodge, People’s Furniture,PhoneAxiom Express Device Repair, Polished to Perfection,Opera on the James, Rainfrost Nursery, Reagan Flaherty andBonnie Platt, Renee Ruth, Richard Turner, Riverside VeterinaryHospital, Ruby Tuesday, Scott’s Mulch & More, Steph’s Bubbles& Bows, Sugar & Slice, Sylvain Melloul, Taco Bell – Bedford,Teva Pharmaceuticals, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters, TheFresh Market, The Lawn Guy, The Well, Timbrook Automotive,Town Kitchen & Provisions, Tuck Chiropractic, Union Bank &Trust, United Way of Central Virginia, Virginia Dare, VirginiaEagle Distributing, Virginia Eye Clinic, Virginia Furniture MarketExpress, Westside Deli, Wheeler Broadcasting, White Hart Café,Wolfbane Productions, and WSET ABC13.

The Annual Dinner was sponsored by Centra BedfordMemorial Hospital, Gentry Locke Attorneys, BB&T, LumosNetworks, Union First Bank & Trust, Virginia Eagle Distributing,Boxley, Coleman-Adams Construction, Generation Solutions,Bank of the James, Lynchburg Business Magazine, Bloom byDoyle’s, and LiveStream Lynchburg.

• Timbrook Automotive• Hope for Tomorrow

Counseling• Tupperware – Tina Miller• Cruise Planners• NAV Industrial, Inc.• Merrill Lynch – Mike Sharrett• Aim & Shoot Photography• Bedford Yoga Center• Club Z! In Home Tutoring• Anderson Garage Door• Affordable Septic LLC

• Turner Insurance Agency• Mary Kay – Karen Patterson• Brauburgers Craft Burgers

& Beer• James River Advisors• FastSigns Lynchburg• The Grounds Guys of

Lynchburg• Graves Mill Storage, Inc.• Stifel Financial• Microtel Inn & Suites• Hebruz Coffee House