ChamberRVA Richmond Business Council

About this event

Richmond Business Council: Broad Street Tour & Broad Street: Walking Tour & Investment, Culture and Connection Conversation Join ChamberRVA's Richmond Business Council for a guided walking tour of Broad Street, hosted by VPM and led by The Valentine team, followed by a business panel and conversation at Black Iris Social Club. Hear from local business and community representatives about Broad Street's business climate, investment, development, and the future of downtown Richmond. Connect with regional leaders and business owners while exploring one of Richmond's unique venues. 3:30 p.m. - Welcome at VPM Welcome from Jayme Swain, President & CEO, VPM, sharing insights into VPM's new Broad Street location and its role in the corridor's future. 3:45 p.m. - Guided Broad Street Walking Tour Led by Laura Earle and the , Director of Education & Engagement, and The Valentine Team. 5:00 p.m. - Welcome at Black Iris Social Club Welcome from Black Iris Social Club owners Greg Leffel and Jeff Palumbo, followed by a business panel and conversation. Moderator: Michael Phillips, Founding Editor, The Richmonder Panelists: Anedra Bourne, Deputy Executive Director, Venture Richmond Janine Bell, Founder, President & Artistic Director, Elegba Folklore Society Will Melton, Founder & CEO, Xponent21 Gordon Stettinius, Founder, Candela Books + Gallery Abbey Withrow, Market Director of Sales & Marketing, Richmond Marriott Downtown and Courtyard & Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown 6:00 p.m. - Networking & Happy Hour Connect with fellow business and community leaders and explore Black Iris Social Club.