
Contact Virginia’s New River Valley
This website is managed by Onward New River Valley, a regional economic development organization for the NRV whose mission is to attract and retain world class jobs, investment, and talent in our region. It’s a movement where leaders from business, government, and higher education work together to promote the economic vitality of Virginia’s New River Valley.
Have a question? Let us know what’s on your mind.
Onward NRV Staff:
Charlie Jewell, Executive Director
Charlie@OnwardNRV.org
James Cabler, Director of Business Engagement
James@OnwardNRV.org
Katie Boswell, Marketing Manager
Katie@OnwardNRV.org
Christy Sobczak, Office Manager
Christy@OnwardNRV.org
Recent News:


New River Among Favorite Rivers in the Blue Ridge Mountains
New River Valley, VA – The New River was listed among 13 favorite…

NRV Autonomous Vehicle Industry Featured in Virginia Economic Review
Montgomery County, VA – The Virginia Economic Review recently…

VT Food Science & Technology Ranked #9 Bachelor’s Program in US
Montgomery County, VA – Successful Student ranked Virginia…

NRV Accolades and Awards in 2020
New River Valley, VA – Throughout 2020, the New River Valley…


VTTI Expands Virginia Smart Roads with Rural Test Track
Montgomery County, VA – Virginia Tech Transportation Institute…

Red Rooster Coffee Blends Ranked in Top 30 Coffees of 2020
Floyd County, VA – Two of Red Rooster Coffee Roaster’s coffee…

NRV Manufacturers Persevere Through Pandemic, Sector Outlook Positive
New River Valley, VA - In September 2020, Onward New River Valley…

NRV Tech Companies Shift to Remote Work During Pandemic, Sector Outlook Strong
New River Valley, VA - In September 2020, Onward New River Valley…

H&V Increases Production of PPE Filtration Media to Fight COVID-19
Floyd County, VA – Hollingsworth & Vose was recently awarded…

Cascades Among Top 5 Scenic Family Hikes in Virginia
Giles County, VA – The Cascades National Recreation Trail was…

Volvo Starts Sales of NRV-Made Electric Trucks
Pulaski County, VA – Volvo Trucks North America last week announced…

Wing and MAAP Partnership Highlighted in Virginia Economic Review
Montgomery County, VA – The partnership between Wing and…

Virginia Tech Ranked #25 for Undergraduate Entrepreneurship
Montgomery County, VA – Virginia Tech ranked #25 on the list…

Pulaski County Awarded SolSmart Gold Designation
Pulaski County, VA – Pulaski County was recently awarded a…
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