We Are Business

Welcome to the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce's official Podcast. We believe in business and we are business. This podcast is for our members by our members. Whether you want to learn more about our local business community and leaders or even stay up to date with current events, we have you covered. Our vision is to be the leading convener for the business community assuring that the Fredericksburg Region is a major economic center in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Chamber members are the region's most influential and community-minded organizations. Our ranks include a diverse mix of small and large businesses in the service sector, national and international firms, licensed professionals, manufacturers and retailers. Other members are in finance, technology, defense, healthcare, education, tourism and media. The Chamber offers a wide array of services and programs, helping to bolster the successes of its members.

Podcasting since 2020 • 139 episodes

We Are Business

Latest Episodes

Build the Room, Celebrate the People with Dori Stewart: L2L

What does it look like to lead by creating opportunities for others to shine?In this episode of Leader to Leader, Susan Spears sits down with Dori Stewart, founder and publisher of Fredericksburg Neighbors, to talk about entrepreneurship...

August 14, 2026 • 38:24

Leading with Purpose with Dr. Jamee Rodgers: L2L

Leader2Leader takes you inside the conversations that shape great leadership. Join Chamber President & CEO Susan Spears as she interviews some of the region's most influential community leaders, sharing their insight, experience, and...

July 14, 2026 • 40:36

Growing Our Own: Building the Future of Healthcare in Fredericksburg

In this episode of the Chamber's We Are Business podcast, Susan Spears sits down with Dr. Christopher Newman, CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, and Dr. Troy Paino, President of the University of Mary Washington, to discuss how regiona...

July 09, 2026 • 44:52

The Journey Behind the Title with Dr. Tashika Griffith: L2L

Join Chamber President and CEO, Susan Spears on a journey as she interviews some of the top community leaders in this series. Susan and her guests will share their insight and wisdom on making teams more effective, leveling up your communicatio...

June 04, 2026 • 48:37

Business, Leadership & Regional Growth with Ginni Matern: We Are Business

In this episode of We Are Business, Susan Spears and Ginny Matern, founder and owner of Matern Staffing, discuss leadership, professional development, and the importance of regional collaboration. From Leadership Fredericksburg to key Chamber i...

May 14, 2026 • 29:04

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