Virginia Chamber of Commerce Selects Richmond Based Top Line Growth Partners to Lead President & CEO Search
RICHMOND, VA — November 18, 2025 — The Virginia Chamber of Commerce today announced that it has retained Top Line Growth Partners, a Virginia-based national executive search and leadership advisory firm, to lead the search for the organization’s next President & CEO.
Top Line Growth Partners and its leader of executive search, Russ Bencks, bring extensive experience in executive recruitment, organizational strategy, and leadership development, with a strong record of placing senior leaders across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. As a Virginia-based firm with national reach, Top Line Growth Partners offers a deep understanding of the Commonwealth’s business environment and the leadership qualities needed to continue advancing Virginia’s reputation as the best state for business.
“Top Line deeply understands the business community and its values and recognizes the need for a leader who can drive an impactful agenda and continue the Chamber’s tradition as the voice for business in the Commonwealth,” said Jen Siciliano, Chair of the Search Committee and Vice Chair of the Virginia Chamber Board of Directors. “Top Line will be a strong partner in our shared commitment to finding a leader who reflects the values and vision of our Chamber and the Commonwealth’s business community.”
“As we look ahead to this next chapter for the Virginia Chamber, we are committed to finding a dynamic and visionary leader who will build on our strong foundation and continue advancing the Chamber’s important work,” said Linda Stanley, Chair of the Virginia Chamber Board of Directors. “We are grateful to Jen for her leadership in chairing the Search Committee and to Russ and Top Line for their partnership in this critical process.”
The Search Committee, chaired by Siciliano, will oversee the process in collaboration with Top Line Growth Partners to ensure a comprehensive and transparent search that the committee hopes to conclude early in 2026. The new President & CEO will continue to advance the Chamber’s strategic priorities, including its vision to be the voice of the Virginia business community and the most influential business advocacy organization in the Commonwealth.
Interested applicants can find the job posting for the President & CEO on LinkedIn here. Any candidate referrals or recommendations should be sent to Russ Bencks at Russ.Bencks@toplinegp.com.
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About the Virginia Chamber of Commerce
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce is the largest business advocacy organization in the Commonwealth, with more than 30,000 members. The Virginia Chamber is a non-partisan organization that champions the interests of the business community in the legislative, regulatory, and political arenas to serve as the catalyst for positive change in all areas of economic development and competitiveness for Virginia. Learn more at www.vachamber.com.
About Top Line Growth Partners
Top Line Growth Partners is a Virginia-based executive search and leadership advisory firm dedicated to helping people and organizations grow and thrive. Their track record in serving clients has earned them recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in 2023, 2024, and 2025. With expertise across a variety of industries and sectors, Top Line provides tailored solutions that align leadership strategy with organizational goals and business outcomes. Learn more at www.toplinegp.com.