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
Lisa Schoppmeyer, (President) - Schoppmeyer Accounting
Charlie Conner, (Vice President) - Douthat State Park
Tom Kirlin, (President Elect) - Riders Up! Outfitters
Mark Taylor, (Past President) - MeadWestvaco Corporation
Bryan Thompson, (Treasurer) - Highlands Community Bank

Annette Comer - Merle Norman Cosmetics & Day Spa
Sharon Rice - The Shoe Box & Sports Center
Harriet Woodward - Alleghany Covington Dept. of Social Services
Dr. Krishna Sankar - Sankar Enterprises
Jennifer Unroe - VA Cooperative Extension
Teenie Kegley - Rupert Real Estate
Louise Belmont - The Company Store
Matt Garten - Greenway's Real Estate & Auction Co.
David Arritt - Arritt Funeral Home
Greg Madsen - Alleghany Regional Hospital
Ione Callender - First Citizens Bank
Ross Hammond - Commonwealth Contracting Services, Inc.
Donald Carter - Scott Hill, Inc.

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