Hanover, Va. – The Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber recently awarded the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office with the 2016 Marc Weiss Hanover Workforce Award. The Marc Weiss Award honors Hanover County-based organizations that have made a significant impact on workforce development.

“It is an honor to receive the 2016 Marc Weiss Award. I am truly grateful to the Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber for their recognition and look forward to our continued partnerships. I realize that the most important assets of the Sheriff’s Office are its men and women that serve here and their ability to serve with the community towards a common purpose. This award was accepted on their behalf,” said Colonel David R. Hines, sheriff.

This award recognized the Sheriff’s Office for applying innovative techniques to achieve a better-trained workforce, for incorporating innovative hiring techniques, creating innovative workplace cultures, and using effective training strategies.