An informative panel forum titled "Doing Business in the Affordable Care Act Era" was hosted by Inside Business at The Founders Inn on June 27. Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Bryan K. Stephens was one of the five panelists. One of todays biggest concerns for businesses is a healthy workforce. so this presentation and panel dialogue was timely. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is the national health reform, which includes new responsibilities and opportunities for employers.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads dedicated their new Corporate Office on June 25 with an Open House celebration and light lunch.

Surfs Up is the newest art exhibition in the Riddle Sports Gallery at the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum and will feature artists who use the ocean, waves, and surfing as their muse.

Zaxby's of Chesapeake donated nearly 10,000 dollars to Jolliff United Methodist Church for their 'Youth Exalting the Savior' mission trip. The donation covers the cost of 26 youth and adults who will reconstruct the sanctuary of Adams Memorial United Methodist Church, which was completely destroyed by a fire last year.

LEAD Hampton Roads, a program of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce, announces its eXcel Leadership Academy will take place July 15-18.

CNBC concludes their rankings for the 2014 Americas Top States for Business. Taking the No. 1 spot is Georgia with a total of 1,659 out of 2,500 points.

Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast is currently accepting nominations for their annual Famous Former Girl Scouts recognition

Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority's Job and Career Expo will be held on July 11 at a new location

The Wounded Warriors Family Support Mustang will stop in Norfolk as part of the High Five Tour 2014. During the High Five Tour 2014, Wounded Warriors Family Supports red, white and blue 2014 Ford Mustang GT500 is traveling to 65 cities in 48 states on a mission to say thank you and show appreciation to our countrys military families for their sacrifices

'Retail Breakfast Club' will meet on June 26 for an enlightening talk by Virginia Tourism CEO Rita McClenny. 'Retail 2 Retail' on July 8th will feature fantastic food and mingling at Momo's Cafe in Newport News. Don't miss these upcoming networking opportunities!