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Melanie Protti-Lawrence
Candidate for VA State House District 43
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Biography
Melanie Protti-Lawrence is the owner and president of Lawrence Brothers, Inc., a third-generation family-owned metal manufacturer in Bluefield, Virginia. A Southwest Virginia native, she has spearheaded the company's strategic growth and diversification, focusing on workforce development and community engagement.
Top Priorities
- Promoting workforce development and skills training programs in Southwest Virginia.
- Driving economic diversification and growth, particularly in clean energy and manufacturing sectors.
- Fostering community prosperity and addressing social justice through inclusive employment opportunities.