Arlington Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 4/3/2019 9:00 AM - 4/3/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 10:02:11 GMT

Agenda: Q1 Recap and Look Ahead

We’re now a quarter way through 2019, and it’s been a busy and successful season for advocacy at the Chamber. We had the General Assembly session in January and February, which saw the enactment of legislation on which the Chamber weighed in. But, while our legislators were hard at work in Richmond, there was much keeping us busy here in Arlington. The Chamber advised Arlington County on the update of the Master Transportation Plan bicycle element and encouraged the implementation of the Child Care Initiative. We also leapt to action to preserve access for Special GLUP Studies, a type of development project. And, we rallied together with the broader Arlington community to support the approval of the Amazon headquarters performance agreement.

At our Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee meeting on Wednesday, April 3, from 9:00-10:00 a.m., we will review our 2019 to date, and talk about our plans for the spring. As always, the committee will meet in the Chamber Boardroom, 2009 14^th Street N, Suite 100, and participation is open to all Chamber members. We hope to see you there.

Parking

Two hour metered parking is available in front of the Chamber office. There is also two hour metered parking in the ground lot at 14th Street & Courthouse Road, across from the Arlington Courthouse. An underground parking lot is available at 14th & Taft Street with rates of $4 (1 hour), $6 (2 hours), and $8 (until closing). The office is located 0.2 miles from the Courthouse Metro Station (Orange & Silver lines).

*This event is strictly for members of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

Spring Home: Residential Real Estate Focused Breakfast Connection 4/4/2019 7:30 AM - 4/4/2019 9:00 AM

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 16:58:10 GMT

Spring is finally here, which means we’re in the peak season for buying a home in Arlington. No matter how your business relates to residential real estate, we want to help you make the most valuable connections possible and promote your business to all the right people, during this time of year. That’s why we’re excited to present the Spring Home: Residential Real Estate-Focused Breakfast Connection, which will focus on empowering businesses connected to the residential real estate space by providing access to a wide range of important players in all associated fields. Whether you work in real estate, banking, mortgage lending, construction, or other related area – or if you’re hoping to target any of these groups – this is the perfect event for you.

The format of Breakfast Connection includes roundtable power networking to provide attendees with the opportunity to exchange business cards, develop new prospects, and share a 60 second sales pitch with each table. Members have the opportunity to donate a door prize that all attendees will be eligible to win. Be sure to drop your business card at the registration table in order to be in the running! Registration includes a full buffet breakfast with coffee, tea, and juice. Sign up today!

Agenda

7:30-8:00 am: Registration

8:00-9:00 am: Roundtable networking

Registration

Pre-register and save! Please register before noon the day before the event. Registrations that occur after noon will be taken at the door and registrants will be charged accordingly. Seats are limited.

Registration questions? Contact the Olivia McKay at (703) 525-2400 or chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Prospective members may register to attend up to three (3) Chamber Networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable) events in a calendar year as a guest before joining the Chamber. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow at membership@arlingtonchamber.org with any questions or to join the Chamber.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship sales for this Breakfast are currently closed. If you'd like to sponsor a future breakfast, more information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact Jennifer Garry at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Parking & Directions

The hotel is on the corner of Lee Highway and North Fort Myer Drive. Holiday Inn Rosslyn is located 0.2 miles North of the Rosslyn Metro Station (Orange, Silver & Blue lines). Complimentary parking will be provided through ticket validation at registration

From George Washington Parkway North: Take George Washington Parkway North to Route 50 East. Exit at Rosslyn Key Bridge. Right onto Lynn Street. Left onto Lee Highway. Left onto Fort Myer Drive. The hotel is on the right.

From I-66: Take I-66 East toward Washington. Exit at Rosslyn/Key Bridge (Exit 73) and turn right on Fort Myer Drive. The hotel is on the right.

From I-495: Take I-495 toward Silver Spring and exit at George Washington Parkway South towards Washington. Exit at Rosslyn. The hotel is located at the corner of Lee Highway and Fort Myer Drive.

Thank you to Our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

TD Bank

Premier Sponsor

John Eric/Trevor Moore & Associates

Patron Sponsor & Marketing Partner

Northern Virginia Association of Realtors

Patron Sponsors

Alair Homes - Arlington

Monument Home Loans

OAR's 11th Annual Second Chance Fundraising Breakfast 4/9/2019 7:45 AM - 4/9/2019 9:00 AM

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 09:36:04 GMT

OAR’s 11th Annual Second Chance Fundraising Breakfast will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 from 7:45am to 9:00am at the Crystal Gateway Marriott (1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA 22202) in Crystal City. Guests are invited to enjoy a free, hot breakfast and hear an inspiring program including inspiring stories of individuals who have experienced OAR’s programs. This event is a fundraiser to support OAR’s programs, but there is no minimum and no maximum donation expected. As much as anything, OAR wants guests to learn about the critical work being done in the community and to inspire individuals to support OAR’s work.

First Time Home Buyers Workshop 4/9/2019 6:00 PM - 4/9/2019 8:00 PM

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 15:30:31 GMT

Are you interested in buying a home? Do you want to learn about the process of buying a home? How is Amazon's HQ2 going to affect the market? Come join Allied Title & Escrow, Joe Prentice from Monument Home Loans, and Elizabeth Emery from Pearson Smith Realty as they answer these questions, and any others you may have! The event timeline/flow would be as follows: 6:00 – 6:30 PM – meet, greet, sip and mingle with FREE wine, beer, light hors d'oeuvres (Charcuterie) 6:30 – 7:30 PM – discussions of how to best prepare and what to expect in homebuying process 7:30 – 8:00 PM – general questions and discussions

First Time Home Buyers Workshop 4/9/2019 6:00 PM - 4/9/2019 8:00 PM

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:02:09 GMT

Crystal City Pentagon Rotary Club - Weekly Meeting 4/10/2019 7:15 AM - 4/10/2019 8:30 AM

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 09:25:33 GMT

Opens 7:30 am, breakfast at 8:00 am

2019 Job Shadow Day for Arlington’s Sophomores 4/11/2019

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 09:42:06 GMT

Give 2 Hours to Build Your Future Workforce

Arlington Chamber of Commerce’s Education and Workforce Development Committee and Arlington Public Schools' Career Center are partnering together to introduce 75 sophomores to the region’s various career opportunities. Please join us by opening your doors for 2019 Job Shadow Day!

On April 11, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., you will have the opportunity to invite one or more sophomores from the Career Center into your office for two hours to present an overview of your company and to introduce the student(s) to your staff so that they can learn about what they do and how they do it.

What types of jobs are students interested in learning about?

-Architecture

-Automotive

-Aviation

-Barbering

-Cosmetology

-Culinary Arts

-Digital Photography

-Early childcare education

-EMT

-Engineering

-Graphic design

-Healthcare

-Hospitality

-Information technology and information security

-Physical therapy

Locations must be accessible by public transportation. For consultants who work out of their homes, or businesses who are not easily accessible by public transit, conference room space will be provided so that you can still participate in this important community event. Employers are not expected to spend any money on these job shadow sessions. Volunteering your company’s time and expertise is all that is requested!

How Job Shadow Day Works

Our goal is not just to provide career awareness, we want to start building students’ professional skills!

Students are not assigned job shadow worksites. Instead, Arlington Public Schools will teach students work-readiness and interview skills so that they can contact you, explain why they are interested in spending two hours with your company, and seek approval to attend your job shadow experience. We will only refer to you three students to interview. You may approve one or more students.

Help Skill-up A Teenager!

Forty percent of the Top 50 skills desired by the Greater Washington region's employers are essential work-place skills. (Source: Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council) These skills include professional communication, self-motivation, and problem solving. One of the few places high school sophomores can be introduced to these skills is in the workplace. Your participation in the 2019 Job Shadow Day will provide 75 students with their first introduction to the skills that they will be using for the rest of their lives.

Once confirmed, you will need to complete APS permission and volunteer forms. By donating your time and expertise, you will give the gift of career exposure to a student as well as help to build your future workforce.

To confirm participation, or for additional information, please contact Jennifer Garry, Membership Engagement Director, at jgarry@arlingtonchamber.org or by phone at 703.525.2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

SMART Start 4/11/2019 4:00 PM - 4/11/2019 5:15 PM

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 11:33:18 GMT

A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, SMART Start is your opportunity to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership. Learn about the Chamber and the many ways you can get involved through events, networking, sponsorship opportunities, and joining committees. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet our staff, future clients and associates, and expand your membership potential at SMART Start!

Agenda
4:00-5:15 p.m.: Program

Program includes brief open networking

Parking
The Chamber office is located 0.2 mile from the Courthouse Metro station (Orange & Silver lines). Two hour metered street parking is available in front of the Chamber office. There is also two hour metered parking in the ground lot at 14th Street & Courthouse Road, across from the Arlington Courthouse. An underground parking lot is available at 14th Street & Taft Street with rates of $4 (1 hour), $6 (2 hours), and $8 (until closing).

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Chamber offers a number of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $750. More information can be found in our sponsorship document or by contacting our Membership Engagement Director, Jennifer Garry, at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org. Contact Olivia McKay at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Questions
For registration questions, contact chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Special Thanks to our Sponsors

Grand Sponsor

Greg Mullan - George Mason Mortgage, LLC

Premier Sponsor
Michael Garcia - State Farm Insurance

YEA! Investor Panel 4/11/2019 6:00 PM - 4/11/2019 8:00 PM

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 10:16:19 GMT

Arlington Career Center Students, grades 9-12, in the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) will present their business plans before a panel of local business leaders at the Investor Panel Event at Marymount University.

Each student business will have five minutes to pitch their business plans to the panel of investors. The panel will then ask each student three questions. Based on the appeal and merit of the students’ plans and presentations, representatives from investor companies will determine the amount of funds to allocate to each business or social movement.

The participating investors will also select the one business group that will advance to the Young Entrepreneurs Academy Saunders Scholars National College Scholarship competition, where they will compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars in college scholarships and the opportunity to present their business plan at the America’s Small Business Summit in Washington, DC.

Meet the panelists

-Karen Rosales, President & CEO, Arlington Community Federal Credit Union

-Tina Leone, CEO, Ballston BID

-David Isaacson, CEO, Beach Geeks, Inc.

-Steve Cooper, Partner & Co-Founder, Excella Consulting

-Paul Longsworth, Vice President, Fluor

-Jocelyn Henderson, VP Corporate Audit Services, Graham Holdings Company

-Dr. Marianne Ward-Peradoza, Dean, School of Business and Technology, Marymount University

Registration

Registration closes at noon on April 11, 2019. Walk-ins are welcome at the door!

Parking

Street parking available or hourly parking available at the Ballston Mall. Parking directions can be found here.

Marymount’s Ballston Center is located at the intersection of Glebe Road and Fairfax Drive, two blocks from Metro. Shuttle service is available to and from the Ballston-MU Metro station.

Thank you to our Sponsors

Premier Partners

Beach Geeks, Inc.

Fluor

Graham Holdings Company

University Partner

Marymount University

Reception Sponsor

Ballston BID

Panel Sponsors

Arlington Community Federal Credit Union

Excella Consulting

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny 4/13/2019 8:30 AM - 4/13/2019 10:30 AM

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:32:58 GMT

Celebrate the holiday with a festive breakfast and a special appearance from the Easter Bunny. Our youngest will have the opportunity to participate in our Easter Cookie Decorating Station. $42 per person. Please call 703-412-2728 for details & reservations.

Crystal City Pentagon Rotary Club - Weekly Meeting 4/17/2019 7:15 AM - 4/17/2019 8:30 AM

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:09:27 GMT

Opens 7:30 am, Breakfast at 8:00 am

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 4/17/2019 9:00 AM - 4/17/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 10:02:22 GMT

Agenda

We are looking forward to having you at the meeting of the Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee on Wednesday, April 17 at 9:00 a.m. We will welcome Arlington County Attorney Stephen MacIsaac, who will be discussing legal matters in local government and how they impact issues of business significance. This meeting follows up on our policy conversation with County Board Chair Christian Dorsey in January and our management conversation with County Manager Mark Schwartz in February. Steve will also take our questions on issues of business significance facing local government.

As always, participation in the Chamber’s Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee is open to all Chamber members, and is exclusive to Chamber members. This meeting will be a closed to Arlington County employees, as it is a working session.

Parking

*This event is strictly for members of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

Trip to China - Free Information Session 4/17/2019 5:30 PM - 4/17/2019 7:00 PM

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 09:46:34 GMT

The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner for the eighth time with Citslinc International, Inc. to offer our members, and the community, a unique opportunity to travel to China with fellow business colleagues, family, and community members. Come to this free information session to hear from a representative of our travel partner Citslinc International. The trip will be departing locally from Dulles!

This year's itinerary includes visiting the Terracotta Warriors! View the itinerary here.

From October 3-11, you will visit memorable sites, both ancient and modern, and enjoy a multitude of unforgettable experiences. On this 9-day, ALL INCLUSIVE trip, you can travel as a business professional, a regular tourist, or a little bit of both.

Prices start at $2,499 and include:

-Roundtrip international airfare

-Chinese domestic airfare

-4 & 5 star hotel accommodations

-Deluxe tour bus

-English-speaking tour guide in each city

-3 meals each day

-Fees for all tour attractions on the itinerary

-Airport taxes & Airfuel surcharges

If you would like to attend this free information session, please register by clicking the "Register" button below. If you have any questions, please contact Olivia McKay at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Trip Registration & Details

To register for the trip, please complete this form with your deposit and return it to Olivia McKay at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org. Be sure to review the itinerary and share the trip flyer with your friends, family, or colleagues. Registration closes on July 12.

To read about this amazing trip, check out this blog post by one of our members who went on the 2013 trip. You can read this essay by one of our members who participated in the China trip as well.

Pricing

The China trip early bird cost (ends June 7) is $2,499 for Chamber members, their families and their guests. Non-members early bird registration (ends June 8) is $2,699. After June 8, registration is $2,599 for members and $2,799 for non-members.

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Business After Business 4/18/2019 5:00 PM - 4/18/2019 7:00 PM

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 10:22:41 GMT

Build your network while enjoying food, beer, wine, and soft drinks (all included in your registration). Creating connections in this relaxed setting is a great way to end your business day.

Those present at the event have the opportunity to win door prizes, and there's also a cash jackpot (which is up to $1,900) for members only. Members have the opportunity to donate a door prize that all attendees will be eligible to win.

Registration

Pre-register and save! Please register before noon on the day of the event. Registrations that occur after noon will be taken at the door and registrants will be charged accordingly.

Registration questions? Contact Olivia McKay at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Parking

Complimentary parking will be available for anyone who parks in the building garage (2311 Wilson Blvd., entrance from Adams St. – One Parking is the parking management company) through ticket validation.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Business After Business? Contact our Events Manager Sarah Lindner at slindner@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Easter Brunch 4/21/2019 11:00 AM - 4/21/2019 3:00 PM

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:33:10 GMT

Executive Chef Sriram Hariharan invites guests to enjoy a festive Easter Brunch complete with an Easter Egg Hunt. $99 per adult, $40 per child, ages five to 12, complimentary valet parking. Please call 703-412-2728 for details & reservations.

Volunteer Arlington Day 4/23/2019 12:00 Noon - 4/23/2019 4:00 PM

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 10:30:06 GMT

The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is seeking individuals and teams of enthusiastic volunteers to participate in Volunteer Arlington Day, an annual tradition that engages businesses and individuals in rewarding half-day service projects throughout the community.

Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals and groups of all sizes. Volunteer Arlington Day is produced by the Chamber's Community Action Committee and connects Arlington businesses to Chamber member nonprofits. This is a great opportunity for nonprofits to develop relationships with Arlington businesses.

Project Site Registrations

Project Site Registrations are currently closed.

Nonprofit organizations interested in receiving assistance from volunteers on this day should complete this form. Please submit by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. For questions, contact Sarah Lindner, Events Manager at (703) 525-2400 or events@arlingtonchamber.org.

Volunteer Registrations

Volunteer Registrations are currently closed.

Please submit this form by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2. For questions, contact Sarah Lindner, Events Manager at (703) 525-2400 or events@arlingtonchamber.org.

*Note: A member of the Chamber’s staff will follow up with you to confirm your participation and assigned project site.

Agenda

12:00 - 12:30 pm: Registration & Kickoff

1:00 - 4:00 pm: Volunteer Sites

Parking

St. Agnes has a free open parking lot with plenty of parking.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Chamber offers a number of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $300. More information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact Jennifer Garry at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Thank you to Our Sponsors!

Community Investors

Amazon

AT&T

Snell Properties

Community Advocates

Advon Real Estate

Jay E. Reiner CPA, PLLC

Marymount University

Reyes Gonzalez - First Citizens Bank

VIDA Fitness

Lunch Sponsor

Rustico Ballston

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Crystal City Pentagon Rotary Club - Weekly Meeting 4/24/2019 7:15 AM - 4/24/2019 8:30 AM

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:09:09 GMT

Opens 7:30 am, Breakfast at 8:00 am

Small Business Roundtable 4/24/2019 11:45 AM - 4/24/2019 1:00 PM

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 11:58:54 GMT

The Chamber's monthly Small Business Roundtable offers an important educational opportunity to smaller businesses. The roundtable is free to members but space is limited and registration is requested. The topic of discussion changes monthly, allowing attendees to learn how to enhance their business and increase their success in a different way each month!

THIS MONTH'S TOPIC: "Microsoft Windows 10 Made Simple" Presented by John Redmond of Keystone Computer LLC. Microsoft Windows 10 was released in 2015. If you are still running Windows 7 on your PC, somday soon you will be using Windows 10. Even if you currently use Windows 10, there are lots of changes and features that you may not be aware of. This presentation will cover what's new with Windows 10 in terms of 1) web browsing 2) "cloud" integration 3) applications 4) security seetings 5) email, and 6) Microsoft Office Programs like "Word"

Agenda
11:45 a.m.: Registration
12:00-1:00 p.m.: Presentation

Parking
Two hour metered street parking is available in front of the Chamber office. There is also two hour metered parking in the ground lot at 14th Street & Courthouse Road, across from the Arlington Courthouse. An underground parking lot is available at 14th Street & Taft Street with rates of $4 (1 hour), $6 (2 hours), and $8 (until closing). The Chamber office is 0.2 mile from the Courthouse Metro Station (Orange & Silver lines).

Registration
For registration questions, contact chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Prospective members may register to attend up to three (3) Chamber networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable) events in a calendar year as a guest before joining the Chamber. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow at membership@arlingtonchamber.org with any questions or to join the Chamber.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact our Membership Engagement Director, Jennifer Garry at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Registrations are non-refundable. For questions, email the Chamber at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Engaging and Succeeding in Negotiations 4/25/2019 1:00 PM - 4/26/2019

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 12:57:02 GMT

Engaging and Succeeding in Negotiations How women ask for and get what they’re worth. A transformative, 3-day workshop and supporting webinars to enhance your confidence and competence in negotiations. In a female-led program conveniently located at George Mason University’s Arlington Campus, you’ll identify the barriers preventing you from confidently engaging in and succeeding at negotiation. Participants will also increase their ability to generate creative solutions that better meet the needs of their teams and organization.

Phoenix Bikes Makers' Ball 4/25/2019 7:00 PM - 4/25/2019 9:00 PM

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:59:34 GMT

Support Phoenix Bikes through a celebration of creativity! The exciting evening will include a silent auction, live music, food, and drinks and will showcase the creativity of local youth who have refurbished bicycles in the Phoenix Bikes Earn-a-Bike program.

EcoAction Arlington Earth Day Breakfast 4/26/2019 7:30 AM - 4/26/2019 9:00 AM

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:18:57 GMT

EcoAction Arlington is pleased to host a breakfast in honor of Earth Day. Join fellow community leaders in sustainability to network and hear our featured presentation from Virginia Delegate Rip Sullivan about the 2019 legislative session. Registration of $30 includes breakfast with coffee, tea, and juice.

Beer & Burger Pairing 4/27/2019 1:00 PM - 4/27/2019 4:00 PM

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 09:44:30 GMT

New District Brewing is teaming up with our friends at Burger District Gourmet Burgers and Bar and offering a burger slider and beer flight pairing at the New District tasting room. Four delicious sliders paired up with a flight of four tasters of our beer! Tickets are $25 on Eventbrite. Go to New District Brewing Company Eventbrite.