SWVA Connections Co.

05/15/2026

Big things happening for local businesses in Southwest Virginia 👏🍕

We’re excited to see Greco’s Pizza Roanoke officially launch online ordering for the Roanoke community!

Helping local businesses grow through better visibility, accessibility, and customer experience is exactly what SWVA Connections Co is all about — and we’re proud to have helped support this launch. 🚀

Now ordering your favorite New York-style pizza just got a whole lot easier. Make sure to show them some love and check it out! ❤️

🍕 YOU ASKED. WE MADE IT HAPPEN. 🍕

Online ordering is officially LIVE at Greco’s Pizza! 🙌

Now you can order your favorite authentic New York-style pizza, strombolis, calzones, cheesesteaks & more right from your phone. 🔥

✅ Fast & easy ordering
✅ Convenient pickup
✅ Skip the wait

📍3549 Electric Road Ste B, Roanoke, VA
📞 (540) 566-4033

Order online today and support local! ❤️

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at SWVA Connections Co. 💐

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, stepmoms, bonus moms, and mother figures who help hold our families and communities together every single day.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the strength you carry, the encouragement you give, and the love you pour into the people around you. Southwest Virginia is stronger because of the mothers who lead with compassion, resilience, and heart.

We hope today brings you the appreciation, rest, and love you deserve. ❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms across SWVA!

05/09/2026

💐🥂 Happening TODAY at WellCo Studio — Moms & Mimosas! ✨

If you’re looking for something fun, relaxing, and community-focused to do this afternoon, come spend some time with one of our amazing SWVA Connections Co partners, WellCo Studio! 🌸

They’ve transformed the space with fresh flowers, bouquet stations, mimosas, and a beautiful setup to celebrate all the incredible moms and women in our region. 💛

Whether you’re a mom, grandma, dog mom, stepmom, or just want a girls afternoon out with friends — this is such a fun way to slow down, connect, and enjoy the day together.

🗓 TODAY
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 WellCo Studio

We love seeing local businesses create experiences that bring people together, and this one is too good not to share. If you stop by today, be sure to show them some love and support! 🌿✨

05/08/2026

⚾️ TONIGHT at the the Salem RidgeYaks game! We are at the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase!

Come see us right beside 🌭 The Kettle Cooker Express at the left of the gate! First pitch at 6:35PM!

🎟️ We’re kicking off our SWVA Small Business Growth Initiative with a HUGE Mother’s Day Raffle:

🏆 Winner chooses 1 of 3 Salem RidgeYaks jerseys
💰 PLUS a 50/50 cash split already pushing toward $1,000!

And that’s not all 👀

🎉 Our verified partners are giving away OVER $1,200 in local rewards!

Stop by, grab your raffle tickets, and support local businesses across Southwest Virginia ❤️

📩 Want to buy tickets online? Message us and we’ll send you digital tickets directly!

05/07/2026

Last night proved something important:

People are craving real connection again.

We were proud to support a 50+ Singles Speed Dating Event in Roanoke — and the energy in the room was incredible.

No swiping.
No fake profiles.
No endless texting that goes nowhere.

Just genuine conversations, laughter, confidence, and people actually meeting face-to-face.

Huge shoutout to Well Hung Vineyard - Roanoke for hosting and helping create such a welcoming atmosphere for everyone involved. Events like this simply hit different when local businesses come together to create real experiences for the community.

What Star City Singles Speed Dating is building is something Roanoke genuinely needs.

They’re creating curated experiences designed to bring local singles together in real life — organized by age groups and built around authentic interaction instead of dating app frustration.

And after seeing last night firsthand… it’s clear this is only getting started.

NEXT EVENT 👇

🔥 25–37 Singles Event
📍 Bubba's 33 — Roanoke, VA
📅 Wednesday, May 13th
🕕 6:00 PM

If you’re tired of dating apps and ready to actually meet people in person…

You should probably be there.

Tag your single friends 👀

And if Roanoke wants MORE events like this, let us know below.

05/05/2026

Big moment for a business that’s brought something truly special to Roanoke 🐾

The Toebean Cat Café has officially been recognized across multiple categories in the Best of Roanoke Awards — and it’s easy to see why.

From creating a “home away from home” experience to helping connect adoptable cats with families, they’ve built more than a business… they’ve built a place people genuinely care about. ()

Now, they’re stepping into something even bigger as an Executive Partner in the SWVA Connections Co. network 👏

🏆 Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze recognition
🏡 A space built for community, connection, and comfort
🐱 A mission that goes beyond coffee — into real impact

This is exactly what growth through connection looks like in Southwest Virginia.

If you haven’t experienced Toebean yet, now’s the time.

👉 Read the full Roanoker feature here:
https://theroanoker.com/cozy-corners-and-cat-therapy-at-toebean-cat-cafe/

Let’s show them some love ⬇️

05/01/2026

Are people actually discovering your business right now… or are you mostly relying on them to find you?

Across the region, there’s a shift happening. Some businesses are getting seen more and hearing about opportunities earlier—simply because they’re plugged into the right network.

Others aren’t in those conversations yet.

If you want your business to be discovered more consistently, drop a comment or message me—and if you’re curious where you stand, here’s a quick questionnaire:
https://swvaconnectionsco.org/partnership-questionnaire

05/01/2026

Brew Initiative is coming back to BMH once a month starting next Tuesday, May 5th! They have become a favorite among our Caregivers ☺️

04/27/2026

We’re proud to welcome another trusted service provider into the SWVA Connections Co network 👇

ServiceMaster of Shenandoah Valley Inc. is now a Verified Partner.

When disaster hits — whether it’s water, fire, mold, or storm damage — most people don’t know where to start.

That’s where ServiceMaster steps in.

They provide 24/7 emergency restoration services for both homes and businesses, helping people recover quickly and safely when the unexpected happens.

With 65+ years of industry experience behind the brand, their team brings proven systems, fast response times, and the ability to handle everything from cleanup to full restoration.

Their services include:
✔ Water damage cleanup & drying
✔ Fire & smoke restoration
✔ Mold remediation
✔ Storm & disaster recovery
✔ Full residential & commercial restoration support

But what really stands out is how they show up for people —
in stressful moments, when it matters most.

That’s the kind of partner we’re building this network around.

Welcome to SWVA Connections Co, ServiceMaster 🤝

04/27/2026

We’re excited to welcome another strong addition to the SWVA Connections Co network 👇

TradesTalent Systems is now a Verified Partner.

If you’ve ever struggled to find reliable workers in the trades… you already know how big of a problem that is.

TradesTalent Systems is solving that head-on.

They help contractors build real, long-term crews — not temporary labor — by delivering qualified hires in as little as 7–10 days and guaranteeing results within 45 days.

Instead of overpaying staffing agencies and dealing with constant turnover, their system focuses on:
✔ Direct hires (not markup labor)
✔ Pre-screened, qualified candidates
✔ A consistent pipeline of skilled workers
✔ Long-term team building — not short-term fixes

They’ve already helped 500+ contractors across Virginia reduce labor costs and build stronger teams.

That’s the kind of impact we’re about — real solutions that help businesses grow.

Welcome to the network, TradesTalent Systems 🤝