Bedford County, Virginia
John Putney is an experienced professional in government affairs and economic development, currently serving as Broadband Advisor & Manager for Bedford County since August 2021. Putney has a long tenure with L3Harris Technologies in government affairs since June 2007, alongside roles such as Member of the Region 2 Council for GO Virginia since March 2017 and Director of Government Relations for the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance until December 2021. Previous positions include State Director of Government Affairs at James Madison University, Chair of the Town of Bedford Economic Development Authority, and various roles in consulting and legislative support, including serving U.S. Senator George Allen and State Senator Kevin Miller. John Putney holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from James Madison University.
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Bedford County, Virginia
Established in 1754, Bedford County is the currently the fifth largest county by land area in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a population of more than 80,000. The county has seen a 25 percent increase in population since 2000, according to census data. Bedford County is located centrally to the cities of Lynchburg (to the east) and Roanoke (to the west). While agriculture continues to be a powerhouse in the county's economy, the tourism and retail industries are flourishing as well, anchored by residential growth and scenic destinations such as the Peaks of Otter and Smith Mountain Lake. ----- Bedford County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), or any other basis prohibited by Federal or State law.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, discipline, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.