MC Eggs & Issues: Building Healthier Communities - May 2026

* 8:00 a.m. Check-in and breakfast 
* 8:30 a.m. Program promptly begins
* 9:30 a.m. Program ends 

Start your morning with a conversation that impacts every business, employee, and family across the New River Valley.

Join the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce for our next Eggs & Issues as we take a closer look at what it really means to build a healthier community—and why it matters to your workplace. From workforce wellness and mental health to education and community partnerships, this discussion will connect the dots between health and long-term economic growth.

Leading the conversation is Dr. Nolle Bissell, MD, Director of the New River Health District, serving as moderator and guiding a dynamic panel of local leaders:

• Kevin Bowen, Owner of Blacksburg Boxing & Fitness
• Dr. Kelly Guempel, Superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools
• Carlan Myers, SHRM, Human Resources and workforce expert
• Mental Health Representative, offering insight on one of today’s most critical challenges

This panel brings together perspectives from public health, business, education, and human resources to explore practical ways organizations can support healthier employees and stronger communities. Expect real-world insights you can take back to your team—no fluff, just actionable ideas.

Why this matters:
Healthy communities don’t happen by accident. They’re built through intentional partnerships, smart policies, and businesses that Invest in their people, Connect with resources, and Engage in solutions. The payoff? A workforce that’s more productive, resilient, and ready to grow.

Event Details:

• Breakfast & Networking: 8:00 a.m.
• Program Begins: 8:30 a.m.
• Program Concludes: 9:30 a.m.

Join us for a conversation that moves beyond awareness and into action.

Register today and be part of the solution.