

Who
We are leaders in the business community who constructively engage the political community to foster a vibrant free enterprise system with responsible, pro-business policies.


Why
We believe that it is important to have non-partisan political dialogue and focus on what’s best in the long-term interest of our Commonwealth.


When
Virginia FREE was founded in 1988 by members of the Virginia Business Council to provide the best non-partisan political information for our members.









What we’re doing now
Learn about our current mission and initiatives
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors includes a distinguished list of top executives from Virginia’s leading corporations.
Legislator Rankings
We differentiate the pro-business performance of our legislators and rank them 1 - 40 in the Senate and 1-100 in the House of Delegates.
Priorities
The business community supports transparency and active, constructive dialogue with and among political leaders and those whom they govern.
Issues
Several areas of public policy requiring the careful attention of
legislators include tax reform, a minimum wage, and transportation.

Our members are our greatest asset
Virginia FREE is a membership organization and any credit belongs squarely with the members like you who invest time, talent, and treasure in making Virginia regain the position as the best state in which to do business.
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What others are saying…
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Virginia FREE is a big asset and a strong bridge between Virginia’s business and political communities. They tell it like it is, and without reservation. Their only agenda is the future of Virginia’s economy and it’s been my pleasure to work closely with them during my time in public office.
Senator Mark Warner
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Virginia FREE plays a valuable role in bringing together business and political leaders to discuss and find solutions to the challenges facing the Commonwealth. I appreciate the work Virginia FREE and its leadership have done to drive the conversation about issues important to the business community.
The Honorable William J. Howell
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Virginia FREE’s non-partisan, pro-business advocacy is an asset for Virginia’s business and political communities. Through constructive dialogue, they have been able to keep the goal of a healthy, growing economy at the forefront of their work. I appreciate all Virginia FREE does to protect and strengthen Virginia Businesses.
Senator Tim Kaine