We connect and convene
business leaders and policymakers.
We work with business leaders, top institutions, other business organizations, and a diverse group of elected leaders to stress the importance of regionally focused collaboration throughout Greater Washington.
Your NVC Advocacy Contact
For more information, please contact Clayton Medford, SVP of Government Relations: cmedford@nvcbusiness.org
Upcoming Members-Only Signature Events
2026 Lobby Day & Viva Virginia
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 9:30 am - 8:00 pmGeneral Assembly Building
2026 Annual State of the Region
Wednesday, February 25, 20269:00 - 11:00 amValo Park Auditorium
NVC Advocacy Programs
2026 Legislative Agenda
NVC's 2026 Legislative Agenda reflects the policy priorities guiding NVC's advocacy work for 2026.
Roadmap Executive Councils
Executive Councils are comprised of Roadmap Investor organizations and shape NVC’s policy agenda.
Weekly Richmond Recap
A scheduled Friday call connecting NVC members with elected officials.
NVC's NOVABIZPAC
Ensuring that our Region has a voice in the legislative process, we have established the NOVABIZPAC to support a pro-business agenda.
NVC/Pinkston Business Leader Survey
A data-driven view into the perspectives of CEOs, senior executives, and business owners across Northern Virginia.
We bridge the gap between the business community and policymakers.
For over a century, NVC has served as The Voice of Business in Greater Washington. We bridge the gap between the business community and policymakers to strengthen our regional economy and ensure our region remains a global economic powerhouse through strategic collaboration.
Comprehensive Advocacy
NVC's Government Relations Team provides full-time representation in Richmond during Virginia's General Assembly legislative sessions, manages a robust political action committee (NOVABIZPAC), and facilitates direct engagement between business leaders and elected officials at all levels of government.
High-Impact Policy Programs & Events
NVC hosts policy-focused events of all scales year-round, ranging from Lobby Day in Richmond and intimate salon dinners to policy forums and legislative receptions with local, regional, and statewide leaders and televised candidate debates. Additionally, during the General Assembly session, NVC provides members with weekly briefing calls to keep them apprised of legislation that could potentially impact their businesses.
Enhanced Benefits for NOVA Roadmap Investors
NOVA Roadmap Investors receive enhanced access and influence, tiered based on their investment level. These additional benefits include:
- Direct access to and 1:1 consultation with NVC's Government Relations Team
- Early access to advocacy and policy insights
- Free registrations for Lobby Day and Viva Virginia, and
- Invitations to the Annual Policy Summit
View our calendar for more information about programs and events.
Advocacy BLOG POSTS
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2026 Virginia General Assembly Legislative Session: NVC’s Legislative Priorities and Member Resources
Lobby Day & Viva Virginia 2026: Connecting Members with Virginia Policymakers
NOVABIZPAC Endorses 3 Incumbents
A Century of Driving Northern Virginia’s Transportation & Infrastructure Forward
Impact and Innovation: NVC Members Shaping the Future of Government Contracting
Executive Member Forum Richmond Recap Q&A
NVC members only: Please use this form to submit questions in advance of the Friday Executive Member Forum (EMF) Richmond Recaps. Your questions/comments will be shared with our Government Relations team.
