The Alleghany Highlands provides programs and services which foster a healthy business environment and promote economic growth, thereby enhancing the quality of life in the community.

Organized in 1906 the Chamber of Commerce strives to maintain quality programs in the areas of business development, communication, awards, education, governmental links, organizational development, and tourism. Our members represent a wide spectrum of industrial, technological, retail, and service oriented businesses. It is a non-profit, action oriented organization that serves as the leading spokesman for business in the Alleghany Highlands.

Board of Directors
Mark Taylor (President) - MeadWestvaco Corporation
Donald Carter, (Vice President) - Scott Hill
Lisa Schoppmeyer, (President Elect) - Schoppmeyer Accounting
Jim Garcia (Past President) - Standard Printing & Office Supply
Kevin Persinger (Treasurer) - Sonabank

Joe Sargeant - Individual Member
Deborah McClung - Health Insurance Services of the Highlands
Annette Comer - Merle Norman Cosmetics & Day Spa
Sharon Rice - The Shoe Box & Sports Center
Harriet Woodward - Alleghany Covington Dept. of Social Services
DeAnn Stull - Brian Center Alleghany
Dr. Krishna Sankar - Sankar Enterprises
Wesley Dew - Mountain Electronics
Jennifer Unroe - VA Cooperative Extension
Teenie Kegley - Rupert Real Estate
Charlie Conner - Douthat State Park
Louise Belmont - The Company Store
Tom Kirlin - Riders Up! Outfitters
Bryan Thompson - Highlands Community Bank

Staff
Teresa A. Hammond - Executive Director
Jennifer L. Ellis - Administrative Assistant