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Hampton Roads Alliance2 days ago
Today is World Tourism Day! 🌎 Tourism is a huge economic driver for Hampton Roads. From the beautiful, sandy shores of Virginia Beach to the centuries of culture that define the Historical Triangle, Hampton Roads is a great place to explore, and there are countless ways to appreciate the beauty of the region. Today, we thank everyone who plays a part in improving our region's quality of life, allowing the tourism industry to flourish. What is your favorite local attraction or site to visit? Tell us in the comments below!
Hampton Roads Alliance
Hampton Roads Alliance4 days ago
Governor of Virginia Glenn Youngkin announced today that Alliance Investor Amazon.com will build two world-class facilities and create more than 1,000 new jobs in the City of Virginia Beach (Virginia Beach City Government)! Alliance President and CEO Douglas L. Smith stated “In the past few years, Amazon has truly embraced the Hampton Roads community, opening facilities in multiple locations and quickly becoming one of the region’s major employers. Today’s announcement marks yet another milestone in Amazon’s investment in and dedication to Hampton Roads. The Alliance congratulates Amazon, along with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and Virginia Beach Department of Economic Development on their continued success and thanks them for their commitment to growing the Hampton Roads economy.” Learn more: https://www.vedp.org/press-release/2023-09/amazon-virginiabeach
Hampton Roads Alliance
Hampton Roads Alliance1 week ago
Hampton Roads Workforce Council hosted their exciting Workforce Innovation Awards last evening at Rivers Casino Portsmouth! 👏 Congratulations to all the winners including Michael Paris, Bureau Manager for Norfolk Economic Development, for being named 2023 Workforce Champion of the Year!

Jillian Goodwin

Director, Marketing & Communications

Jillian began her tenure with the Alliance in June 2015 as a Social Media & Marketing Intern. In 2016, she joined the team full time as a Communications Coordinator, before moving to Director of Marketing & Communications in April 2017. As Director, Jillian is charged with developing and executing the Alliance's marketing and communications strategy and oversees all internal and external communications efforts to include website, social media, blogs, newsletters, marketing collateral and more. She is responsible for maintaining the Alliance’s brand and identity throughout all print and digital publications and serves as a primary point of contact for media relations. 

Prior to working at the Alliance, Jillian was a Communications Intern for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia. Jillian holds an Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design from Tidewater Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Communications with a double minor in Studio Arts and Public Service from Old Dominion University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. At ODU, she served as Director of Public Relations for the Student Government Association and as Membership Vice President for her sorority, Gamma Sigma Sigma. She was also an inaugural member of the CIVIC Leadership Institute's Civic Scholars program.  

Jillian considers herself a Hampton Roads native, having moved to the area in kindergarten as a result of her parents' military service. She grew up in northern Suffolk, before relocating to Norfolk in 2016. She is passionate about her life in tHampton Roads and enjoys serving the local community both professionally and philanthropically. Jillian is an active volunteer and patient advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Virginia Chapter and is currently serving as Volunteer Engagement Chair on its Hampton Roads' Board of Directors. Since 2015, Jillian has been an active member of the Junior League of Norfolk-Virginia Beach and has served in a variety of roles including Fund Development Vice President and Communication Vice President. In 2019, she was recognized by the Association of Junior Leagues International as their 2019 Rising Star for her commitment, leadership and community service efforts consistent with the Junior League mission. Jillian is a 2021 Old Dominion University Alumni Association Top 40 Under 40 Honoree, a 2019 Inside Business Top 40 Under 40 honoree, a 2019 graduate of LEAD Hampton Roads, and a 2017 COVA Biz Millennial On the Move.

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