Blueprint Virginia 2035

Over this year, the Virginia Chamber has conducted a regional tour across Virginia, gathering input through statewide, regional, and industry-specific surveys, and hosted numerous Industry Council meetings and signature events. This process has engaged stakeholders from key sectors including economic development, education, workforce, housing, healthcare, and innovation.

Through the end of the year, the Virginia Chamber will continue these efforts by convening additional Industry Council meetings and signature events to ensure that Blueprint Virginia 2035 reflects the voices and priorities of the Commonwealth’s business community and supports long-term economic success for all Virginians.

As with previous iterations of Blueprint, the final Blueprint Virginia 2035 will be presented to the Governor-elect at the 2025 Virginia Economic Summit and Forum on International Trade. The Virginia Chamber will then work in close partnership with the incoming Administration, members of the General Assembly, and our stakeholders to implement the recommendations through public policy, initiatives and programs.

Statewide Survey:

The Virginia Chamber Foundation launched a statewide survey to gather input for Blueprint Virginia 2035. To ensure broad representation, the Foundation invited leaders from the business, economic development, workforce, education, housing, and other key sectors across the Commonwealth to participate in the statewide survey, which will help shape the future of Virginia’s business community.

This survey is a critical tool in shaping the future of Virginia’s economy. Input from the business community and stakeholders throughout the Commonwealth will help ensure that Blueprint Virginia 2035 reflects diverse perspectives and regional priorities.

The statewide survey is now closed and input is under review. Thank you to those who participated!

Regional Tour:

Citizens in all corners of the Commonwealth were also encouraged to participate in the Blueprint Virginia 2035 Regional Tour, a key opportunity to engage in shaping Virginia’s economic future. The Virginia Chamber delivered exclusive economic updates, offering valuable insights into statewide trends, as well as region-specific developments. Most importantly, attendees had the opportunity to engage in open discussions and contribute policy recommendations for Blueprint Virginia 2035.

This Regional Tour has now concluded. Thank you to those who participated!

Blueprint Virginia 2035 Co-Chairs:

Co-Chair: Edmond Hughes, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, HII
Co-Chair: Monica Schmude, President, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Virginia

Blueprint Virginia Industry Councils and Chairs:

Business Climate Industry Council
Co-Chair: Todd Haymore, Managing Director, Global Economic Development, Commerce and Government Relations Group, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Co-Chair: Chris Lloyd, Senior VP Infrastructure & Economic Development, McGuireWoods Consulting

Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Industry Council
Co-Chair: David Paylor, Vice President of Environmental, Potesta & Associates, Inc.
Co-Chair: Erik Rison, Senior Regional Manager of Government Relations, Smurfit WestRock

Healthcare and Life Sciences Industry Council
Co-Chair: Mark Lawrence, Vice President, Governmental and External Affairs, Carilion Clinic
Co-Chair: Karen Velkey, Corporate Vice President, Compensation and Benefits, HII

Housing Industry Council
Co-Chair: Martin Johnson, Interim CEO, Virginia REALTORS(R)
Co-Chair: Doug Smith, President and CEO, Hampton Roads Alliance

Infrastructure Industry Council
Chair: John Hewa, President and CEO, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
Vice Chair: Terry Ellis, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Comcast

Innovation and Technology Industry Council
Co-Chair: Joe Oyler, Senior Manager – State and Local Government Operations, Boeing
Co-Chair: Lindsay Winter, Head of Virginia Public Policy, Amazon

Legal Institute
Co-Chair: Charlie Meyer, Partner, O’Hagan Meyer
Co-Chair: Tammy Finley, Senior Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Advanced Auto Parts

Military and Veterans Affairs Industry Council
Co-Chair: Sultan Camp, Director, Hampton Roads Veteran Employment Centers
Co-Chair: Chris Doss, Senior Director of Operations, US Card, Enterprise Specialty Servicing, Capital One
Co-Chair: Drew Warren, Senior Policy Advisor, Dominion Energy

Supply Chain and International Trade Industry Council
Co-Chair: Eric Sisco, Chairman, Virginia International Gateway, Inc.
Co-Chair: Keller Watts, Chief Business Officer, Smithfield Foods

Workforce and Education Industry Council
Co-Chair: Tina Pfalzgraf, Chief Human Resources Officer, The Branch Group