SWVA Economic Forum

SWVA Economic Forum

Thursday, May 21, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Each year, the Forum engages participants through a shared vision of regional collaboration, growth and innovation. It has become a central gathering place to discuss new ideas and synergies around the future of Southwest Virginia and Central Appalachia.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Sponsorships at a variety of levels are available. Please contact Richard Johnson for more information.

Additional Event Details

Needing directions to the event venue?
The Southwest Virginia Economic Forum will be held at UVA Wise’s David J. Prior Convocation Center. The address is 437 Stadium Drive, Wise, VA 24293. See the campus map for venue location and event parking (circled in yellow).

Campus map

Looking for event lodging?

The Inn at Wise
100 E Main Street, Wise, VA 24293
276-321-7600

Best Western
124 Woodland Drive SW, Wise, VA 24293
276-328-3500

Hampton Inn Norton
1051 Park Ave SW, Norton, VA 24219
276-437-0305

Western Front
3025 4th Avenue, St. Paul, VA 24283
276-738-3040

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Kelly
Moody

Project Manager
kmoody@uvawise.edu
Related Links
Campus Map