Sarah Turpin will assume her new role as executive director of the Radford Chamber of Commerce on March 23. Local business observers anticipate that her appointment will further support the organization’s commitment to economic growth in the region.

Melinda Rector, who previously served as director of operations at the Roanoke County Regional Center for Animal Care, will begin her new position as executive director this Saturday. Her appointment marks a leadership transition that could shape the facility’s approach to animal care in the community.

Change arrives at Counterpoint with the appointment of new executive director Twila Marchetti. She steps into the role following the retirement of Dave Eaton, who dedicated 35 years to the organization, including nearly three decades at the helm.