🏆 2026 Alumni Awards | Distinguished Alumni Service Award Congratulations to Douglas G. Pons ’92, recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Service Award! A lifelong Williamsburg resident and proud Christopher Newport University alumnus, Douglas G. Pons ’92 has devoted his career to strengthening his community through visionary leadership, public service, and civic engagement. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Doug built a successful career as a business owner and real estate entrepreneur while remaining deeply committed to improving the quality of life throughout Williamsburg and the Hampton Roads region. Doug’s dedication to public service spans more than three decades. He has served 16 years on the Williamsburg City Council, including six years as Mayor and two years as Vice Mayor, following eight years on the Williamsburg Planning Commission. Today, he continues to provide leadership as Chairman of the Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commis...