News Flash

Goochland County is pleased to announce Nora Amos as the new Director of Economic Development. Amos succeeds Sara Worley, who accepted the role of Deputy County Administrator of Community & Economic Development in Goochland earlier this year.  

“I am honored to have been selected as the next Director of Economic Development,” said Amos. “I look forward to working with local leaders, businesses, residents and regional partners as we continue to strengthen our local economy while preserving the unique character that makes Goochland County so special.” 

Amos comes to Goochland from the Town of Ashland, where she most recently served as the Director of Planning and Community Development. Ms. Amos earned her Bachelor’s of International Economics from Radford University and a Public Administration Graduate Certificate from Shenandoah University. She is also a graduate from Leadership Metro Richmond, the Virginia Women's Municipal Leadership Institute, and the Oklahoma University Economic Development Institute. Ms. Amos brings over twenty years of local government experience including economic development, transportation, planning and zoning. 

“We are excited to have Nora join our team in Goochland County. She brings a wealth of experience to help guide future economic development initiatives in Goochland County.” said Worley.  

Amos will officially begin her role with Goochland County on January 2, 2026.