Lynchburg Export & Manufacturing Day

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

The Lynchburg Export & Manufacturing Day brings together industry experts, export specialists, and regional partners to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s manufacturing and global trade landscape.

VMA Legislative Update: 2026 Veto Session

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Join the VMA President & CEO, Brett Vassey, and Government Relations Director, Stacie Gordon, for a legislative briefing on Friday, April 4, following the reconvened session of the Virginia General Assembly.

Virginia Chemistry Council (VCC) Meeting

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Join us for the next meeting of the Virginia Chemistry Council (VCC) as we review key legislative outcomes from the 2026 General Assembly session affecting the chemical manufacturing sector.

Export Compliance Training for Virginia Businesses (ITAR and EAR)

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

This three-day, interactive seminar will focus on the U.S. government laws and regulations that apply to the export and import of products, technologies, and services.

VMA Water/Waste Subcommittee Meeting - Q2 2026

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Water/Waste Subcommittee Members Only - Join us at 10AM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 for a subcommittee meeting.

AMF Bakery Systems Plant Tour & Lunch

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Join WiM Virginia for an exclusive plant tour at AMF Bakery Systems, a global leader in complete automated bakery solutions.

2026 WiM Virginia Spring Retreat

1:00 PM - 6:30 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.

2026 Virginia Air Permitting (VAP) Certificate Workshop

Join us for the Virginia Air Permitting (VAP) Certification Workshop—a two-day program designed for environmental professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of air permitting in Virginia.

VMA EHS&S Committee Meeting - Q2 2026

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

The next EHS&S Committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 18th, at 10:30 AM virtually using Teams. This is a VMA members only meeting.

Stabilizing Margins Amid Rising Costs and Uncertainty - Webinar Presented by ERA Group

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

This webinar hosted by ERA Group will focus on practical ways manufacturers can strengthen cost discipline, improve resilience, and protect profitability in a volatile environment.

Member Advantage Hour: VMA Services Series - May

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Join VMA directors at noon on Thursday, January 29, for our third Member Advantage Hour. We will be joined by VEDP to discuss the InternshipVA program.

Amcor Winchester Plant Tour: Inside Innovation

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Join WiM Virginia and tour one of North America’s most advanced packaging manufacturers at Amcor’s 400,000-square-foot facility in Winchester, Virginia.

STIHL Plant Tour at Battery Manufacturing Facility & Networking Event

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join WiM Virginia for an exclusive tour of STIHL Inc. Battery Manufacturing Facility in Virginia Beach! - WiM Members Only

WiM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - June 2026 - Session #1

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Join WiM Virginia Members in May as we read "The Heart of Change". Members will meet each Wednesday in June from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.

2026 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.

2026 Virginia Energy Summit

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

5th 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.

WiM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - June 2026 - Session #2

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Join WiM Virginia Members in May as we read "The Heart of Change". Members will meet each Wednesday in June from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.

WiM Virginia "Boss Lady Book Club" - June 2026 - Session #3

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Join WiM Virginia Members in May as we read "The Heart of Change". Members will meet each Wednesday in June from noon to 12:45 PM to discuss a section of the book.

Hapco Plant Tour: Celebrate 75 Years of Innovation

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Hapco is proud to invite VMA members to a special plant tour celebrating its 75th Anniversary of American manufacturing and innovation.

Plenty Indoor Vertical Farm Tour

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join WiM Virginia and discover the future of agriculture with an exclusive tour of the Plenty Indoor Vertical Farm in Chester, Virginia.

ACC Workshop: Responsible Care in Action

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Designed for EHS, sustainability, operations, and communications professionals, this three-hour workshop will showcase how Responsible Care® principles help companies demonstrate leadership beyond compliance.

2026 Virginia Environmental Health & Safety (VEHS) Conference & Expo

9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Join us on Wednesday, September 22, at the Hilton Richmond Hotel & SPA for the Virginia Environmental Health & Safety (VEHS) Conference & Expo!

Sumitomo Machinery Corporation Plant Tour

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Join us for a tour showcasing Sumitomo’s various manufacturing capabilities. See shaft and gear manufacturing, steel fabrication and welding, and walk through Sumitomo's state-of-the-art Power Institute.

Virginia Maritime Association's International Trade Symposium

12:00 AM

Stay ahead in global logistics and trade at the Virginia Maritime Association's International Trade Symposium, returning to Norfolk this fall for its 23rd year.

Barrett Machine Plant Tour

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Join Plasser American and co-host MEB for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Plasser American’s newly transformed manufacturing campus in Chesapeake, Virginia.

2026 WiM VA Leadership Conference

9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Join us for the WiM VA Leadership Conference on October 20, at the University of Richmond’s Jepson Alumni Center!

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 Holiday Open House 2026

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join the VMA Board of Directors, executive leadership team, and top allies for a special seasonal gathering in recognition of your steadfast support of Virginia manufacturing. This event is for VMA members and invited guests!