Charlie Jewell
Executive Director
As the Executive Director of Onward NRV, Charlie spearheads the region’s economic development efforts by working with our localities to market the region, organize prospect visits, generate leads, and support existing industries in the NRV. Originally from Christiansburg, Charlie obtained a B.S. in Political Science from Radford University in 2002 and a Master’s in Public Administration from Virginia Tech in 2010. Charlie spends his free time with his wife Julie and daughter Claire and enjoys hiking and biking all over the New River Valley.
charlie@OnwardNRV.org
540-267-0007
Ashley Lamb
Director of Marketing & Communications
As the Director of Marketing & Communications, Ashley guides the digital and traditional marketing efforts and media strategies of Onward NRV. Originally from Western North Carolina, Ashley received her Bachelor’s in Business Administration in Marketing from Kennesaw State University and then went on to complete her Master’s in Public Health at the University of Georgia. Go Dawgs! She currently lives in Blacksburg with her fiancé Kyle and two dogs. In her free time, Ashley enjoys reading, DIY projects, hiking in the NRV, and visiting local breweries and wineries.
ashley@OnwardNRV.org
540-267-0007
James Cabler
Director of Business Engagement
As Director of Business Engagement, James works closely with our investors to ensure they have everything they need and that they are apprised of what's going on at Onward NRV. He also works with companies in Virginia's New River Valley to help the region remain a competitive hub for our targeted industries. Originally from Bedford County, James earned a B.S. in Economics from Radford University in 2006 and now lives in Christiansburg. In his free time, James likes to root for the Hokies and visit local wineries and breweries with his wife Kristyn.
james@OnwardNRV.org
540-267-0007
Brooke Love
Office Manager
As Office Manager, Brooke is our team's organizer, responsible for maintaining the working order in the Onward NRV office. Brooke moved to the NRV in 2011 and currently resides in Radford City with her two children. As a current graduate student and an alumna of Radford University, Brooke graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and is now pursuing her Masters of Fine Arts in Design Thinking. In her free time, Brooke enjoys traveling with her family, listening to audio-books, and enjoying the wide variety of recreational activities available in the New River Valley, including hiking, biking, and paddleboarding.
brooke@onwardnrv.org
540-267-0007
