VMA Events & Webinars Calendar
VMA Events & Webinars Calendar
Supply Chain Webinar with John Sauls, VEDP
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Learn how the VEDP’s Supply Chain Optimization Program can help Virginia companies strengthen supply chain performance, streamline import processes, and reduce costs.
Food Manufacturing Resources Marci Posey and SBA Loans Ed Schick
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Learn about federal resources available to food manufacturers and SBA manufacturing loan programs designed to support business growth and development.
STEP Grant Webinar with Hannah Forrest, VEDP
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how Virginia’s SBA-funded State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) can help small businesses expand international sales and grow exports through available services and resources.
Member Advantage Hour: VMA Services Series - October
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join VMA directors at noon on Thursday, October 29, for our monthly Member Advantage Hour.
VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee Special Meeting: DEQ Enforcement Manual Revisions
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee for a special meeting to discuss DEQ's proposed Enforcement Manual revisions and provide feedback to inform VMA's public comments, due November 9, 2026.
2026 Virginia Manufacturing Gala
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join VMA for a night of elegance, innovation, and celebration as we unveil the category winners and Best in Show winner of the Virginia Manufacturing Cup.
VMA Government Relations Council Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for the November VMA Government Relations Committee (GRC) meeting as we continue preparations for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly Session and further develop VMA’s legislative and advocacy priorities.
CMMC Update 2026-Ask the Lead Assessor What Has Changed, What Hasn't, and What Contractors Should Be Doing Right Now
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join DataSure24, Insyte Consulting, and a CMMC Lead Assessor for a candid discussion on the current state of CMMC.
2026 Competitiveness Index Results & Member Briefing
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Attend for an early look at the research and policy priorities that will help shape the conversation in 2027.
VMA Holiday Open House 2026
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy festive cocktails, delicious appetizers, and a relaxed atmosphere in Legacy Member Hall as we look ahead to new opportunities in 2027.
VMA Government Relations Council Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for the December VMA Government Relations Committee (GRC) meeting as we finalize preparations for the 2027 Virginia General Assembly Session and position VMA for the start of Session in January.
WIM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - January 2027 - Session #1
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join WIM Virginia Members in January as we read "13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do". Members will meet each Wednesday in January from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.
WIM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - January 2027 - Session #2
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join WIM Virginia Members in January as we read "13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do". Members will meet each Wednesday in January from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.
WIM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - January 2027 - Session #3
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Join WIM Virginia Members in January as we read "13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do". Members will meet each Wednesday in January from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.
2027 Makers in the Square
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The 4th Annual Makers in the Square brings manufacturers and policymakers together at Virginia's Capitol Square to celebrate and advocate for Virginia manufacturing.
2027 WIM Virginia Spring Retreat
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This half-day, in-person event will feature amazing thought leaders and roundtable discussions and bring peers from across the Commonwealth to connect, share experiences, and learn—togetHER.
2027 Virginia Energy Regulation 101 Workshop
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Virginia Energy Regulation 101 Workshop is an informative session held before the annual Virginia Energy Summit to provide legislators and their staff with a comprehensive overview of Virginia’s energy regulatory framework.
2027 Virginia Energy Summit
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
6th Annual Virginia Energy Summit sessions focus on the relationship between energy, critical infrastructure, and national security. This event is crucial for those invested in the Commonwealth's energy needs.
2027 Virginia Environmental Health & Safety (VEHS) Conference & Expo
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of VEHS that brings together environmental, health, safety, and industry allies from across Virginia.