Virginia
Be a part of the USGLC
We are helping build a more prosperous and safer Virginia. For more information on how you can get involved with the USGLC in Virginia, please contact Megan Nathan at (202) 730-4173.
The USGLC has a strong presence in Virginia, where the International Affairs Budget is vital to the local economy.
Key Fact
Virginia-based companies make substantial sales and profits by exporting around the world. Virginia manufacturers sold $15 billion in exports in 2009; Virginia service firms exported $12 billion in services that same year. American innovation and quality are in demand in markets the world over, and Virginia is poised to meet that demand in both manufacturing and services.
Virginia Advisory Committee
Honorary Co-Chairs
Hon. Chuck Robb
U.S. Senate (1989-2001)
Governor,
State of Virginia (1982-1986)
Hon. John Warner
U.S. Senate (1979-2009)
Secretary,
U.S. Navy (1972-1974)
In Virginia, the USGLC partners with a diverse group of business, non-profit, academic, and military leaders to form state-wide Advisory Committees. The USGLC Advisory Committee works across Virginia to educate and inspire support from Virginians and policymakers on the importance of America’s civilian-led tools of diplomacy and development.
Full List of Virginia Committee Members (as of 1/4/2012)
Virginia News
Engagement is Good for Virginia’s Economy
The Richmond Times-Dispatch
Investing Globally for Virginia’s Security, Economy
The Virginian Pilot
Virginia Events
July 27, 2011
A Conversation on the Importance of Global Engagement to Our National and Economic Security
The Founders Inn
Virginia Beach, VA
USGLC in Virginia
| July 27, 2011
A group of top military, business, government, and faith-based leaders joined the USGLC and an audience of 175 community leaders and veterans at Regent University to discuss the deep linkages between U.S. global engagement and our national security and economic prosperity here at home. |
