Priority IV: Through the Lynchburg Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau, Market Lynchburg to the Leisure, Group Tour, Meetings/ Convention and Sports Markets ‹ Expand leisure marketing footprint through more diverse media. ‹ Continue to aggressively pursue the group travel market and its high economic return for Lynchburg. Greg Starbuck, Tourism Chair
‹ Grow International marketing initiatives with more investment in proven, targeted partnerships.
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Priority V: Educating, Strengthening & Supporting the Small Business ‹ Sponsor a series of seminars/sessions designed to educate, inform and assist small business owners in meeting the challenges of establishing and growing their businesses. ‹ Recognize successful businesses through the Small Business of the Year Award. Rick Huff, Small Business Chair
‹ Engage small business owners by seeking their input on innovative ways to assist their growth.
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Here are just some of the ways you can receive assistance from the Chamber:
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