MeetChris Faraldi

A YOUNG REPUBLICAN ON LYNCHBURG CITY COUNCIL

Chris Faraldi has called Lynchburg home for nearly a decade. After coming to Lynchburg for his collegiate years, Chris began laying down roots, making the Hill City his home. As the son of a pastor, Faith in Christ is an integral piece of Chris' life. 

A two-time graduate of Liberty University, Chris has earned a Bachelor of Science in Government and a Master of Arts in Business. Chris is no stranger to public policy and political work.

From first serving Lynchburg as a District Representative for Congressman Bob Goodlatte, to now as a member of City Council, Chris' heart for the city and its region could not be more evident, derived from a daily dedication to seeking the face of the Lord. 

Throughout his career, Chris has been employed notable conservatives, such as Congressmen Bob Goodlatte and Tom Garrett, Senators Chuck Grassley and Ted Cruz, as well as multiple members of the Virginia House of Delegates. He also served the local business community as the Director for Government Relations at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance.

Chris was also a full-time staff-member for President Trump's 2024 Presidential Campaign in Virginia. 

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He has been endorsed by the following organizations:

• Lynchburg Area Young Republicans

• Liberty University College Republicans

• Central Virginia Republican Women

• Virginia Police Benevolent Association

• Lynchburg Firefighers Association (IAFF 1166)

• Virginia Faith & Freedom Coalition

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Currently, Chris is a REALTOR® with a local brokerage. He also operates a small digital marketing and consulting business.​

Chris married Rachel in April of 2023. From Salem, Virginia, Rachel came to Lynchburg via Liberty University where she studied graphic design and marketing. After owning a photography business, she decided to return to school so she could "help" people. Two years later, Rachel graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and currently works in the Emergency Department at Roanoke Memorial. 

Together, they both enjoy traveling, uncovering the next eatery, playing board games, cheering on the Liberty Flames, and daily loving on a seven-year-old rescue from the Lynchburg Humane Society named Duke. 

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Chris' was first elected in 2020, re-elected in 2024, and his current term runs through December of 2028.​