The Virginia Economic Developers Association awarded its 2023 Michael W. Woods Legislator of the Year Award to Del. Danny Marshall (R-Danville) at its annual Legislative Reception held in Richmond last night.

Marshall has been a member of the house since 2002. He represents the 49th District, which includes Danville and parts of Pittsylvania and Halifax Counties.

“Both within his district and across the Commonwealth, Del. Marshall serves as a leader who is willing to work hard to support the funding needed to sustain economic development initiatives that transform the success of our state inclusive of critical funding for MEI prospects who make significant economic contributions to communities across Virginia,” Linda Green, VEDA President and Executive Director of Southern Virginia Regional Alliance, said in her nomination.

“Del. Marshall is extremely committed to the success of the businesses and organizations across the Commonwealth and has devoted much of his life serving others.”