About

Welcome to the Northern Shenandoah Valley.

Located at the northwest peak of Virginia and an hour and a half west of Washington, D.C., the five county Northern Shenandoah Valley region is the northern gateway to the world-famous Shenandoah National Park and home to one of the fastest growing communities in the D.C. area the City of Winchester.

Live Where Others Love to Visit. Create a Life You Don’t Need a Break From.

More than 1.5 million people from around the world visit the Northern Shenandoah Valley region each year to enjoy Shenandoah National Park, outdoor festivals and concerts, historic towns and more. Moving to the Northern Shenandoah Valley region means the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains and its rivers are in your backyard. The same qualities that make the region a great escape for city dwellers make it an even greater place to call home. With five counties, there’s always more to explore whether it’s foodie and music festivals or sporting events from triathlons to cycling tours.

About the Northern Shenandoah Valley Coalition.

The Northern Shenandoah Valley Talent Coalition is a collaborative network of Economic Development Directors from Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, and Warren counties, along with the City of Winchester.

The coalition works together to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline by aligning educational institutions, employers, and community partners. Through joint initiatives like talent retention strategies, career readiness programs, and employer engagement efforts, the coalition aims to support economic growth and connect graduates with meaningful job opportunities across the region.