Arlington Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 9/1/2021 9:00 AM - 9/1/2021 10:00 AM

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 14:42:37 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will welcome members of the Arlington delegation to the Virginia General Assembly at its two meetings in September. The Senators and Delegates will look ahead to the 2022 session and take Chamber members’ questions. Joining us on Wednesday, September 1 are Senator Adam Ebbin and Senator Barbara Favola.

Meeting Instructions

Also, as with our in-person meetings in the VIDA Fitness Boardroom, participation in this online Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee meeting is strictly for members of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Government Affairs Director, Scott Pedowitz, at advocacy@arlingtonchamber.org

Women in Business Networking Series 9/1/2021 5:00 PM - 9/1/2021 7:00 PM

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:01:42 GMT

This series of women-focused networking events is open to those who want to expand their network, share knowledge, exchange ideas, and offer advice. The events focus on networking to grow your business opportunities and support others who appreciate what it’s like to be a woman in business. As an added bonus, attendees will be registered to win a $50 gift card to local woman-owned restaurant, Lebanese Taverna, compliments of Arlington Community Federal Credit Union. Winner will be chosen at end of event. Must be present to win.

Registration

Registration questions? Contact (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, Women in Business) 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

The Chamber offers a number of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $200. More information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact Membership Engagement Manager, Andrea Aiello, at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

The Arlington Chamber is continuing to monitor COVID-19 guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Virginia Department of Health. As Arlington is currently experiencing a substantial spread of COVID-19, for our in-person events:

- If you are not feeling well, are infected with COVID-19, or have recently been in close contact with someone who has been infected with COVID-19, please stay home.

- We ask unvaccinated and not yet fully vaccinated guests to wear facial coverings unless eating or drinking and to keep a 6-foot distance from others at events.

- We encourage everyone, regardless of vaccination status to wear a mask when indoors, unless eating or drinking or keeping a 6-foot distance from others.

LeadShare Group - Wednesday Afternoon 9/1/2021 11:45 AM - 9/1/2021 1:00 PM

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:19:46 GMT

LeadShare provides introductions and warm referrals to member businesses and business leaders within the Arlington community. The group meets to build relationships, share best business practices, and discuss types of clients and opportunities members are targeting.

Provided as a free member benefit of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, any member is eligible to participate in LeadShare. However, participation in the group will ultimately be limited to one vertical industry per member. The Chamber maintains a waiting list for additional interest.

Virtual Meeting Instructions

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber and to each LeadShare group. Meeting links are distributed one week prior to the meeting. If you are interested in joining a LeadShare group, reach out to membership@arlintonchamber.org to check availability

Chamber 101 9/2/2021 4:00 PM - 9/2/2021 5:15 PM

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 14:56:37 GMT

Make the Most of Your Chamber Membership

A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, Chamber 101 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 Chamber 101!

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

Program includes brief open networking

Sponsorship Opportunities
The Chamber offers a number of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $750. More information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact Membership Engagement Manager, Andrea Aiello, at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

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).

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

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

LeadShare Group - Tuesday Morning 9/7/2021 8:45 AM - 9/7/2021 10:00 AM

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:12:20 GMT

Virtual Meeting Instructions

Breakfast Connection: Nonprofit Focused 9/9/2021 7:45 AM - 9/9/2021 9:00 AM

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:46:28 GMT

Promote your business before the workday even begins. The format of the Breakfast Connection gives attendees a chance to bring their business to the table, literally. This event focuses on roundtable power networking. This networking breakfast is for both nonprofit and for-profit businesses alike--nonprofits to share ideas and form connections with other nonprofits and for-profit businesses to meet those in the community who can strengthen your community engagement presence.

Partnerships are sparked when we spend time together, and this breakfast will give you the opportunity to get the word out about what your organization is working on to new and diverse audiences. You never know what will come of sharing your passion for your mission with other nonprofits colleagues or businesses looking to deploy human or financial resources in the community!

Agenda

7:45 a.m. Zoom Opens

8:00 a.m. Brief Program followed by Virtual Speed Networking

Registration

Please register before noon the day before the event. Registration questions? Contact the Chamber 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

The Chamber offers a number of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $250. More information can be found in our sponsorship document. Contact Membership Engagement Manager, Andrea Aiello, at engagement@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for questions or to secure your sponsorship.

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Benefactor Sponsor

Northwest Federal Credit Union

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

Sustainability Committee 9/10/2021 9:00 AM - 9/10/2021 10:00 AM

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 15:21:25 GMT

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber. To be added to the distribution list to receieve meeting details, please contact chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

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

Gala Committee Meeting 9/14/2021 4:00 PM - 9/14/2021 5:00 PM

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:44:52 GMT

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber. To be added to the distribution list for meeting details, please contact Laura Headrick at events@arlingtonchamber.org

LeadShare Group - Wednesday Afternoon 9/15/2021 11:45 AM - 9/15/2021 1:00 PM

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:19:56 GMT

Virtual Meeting Instructions

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 9/15/2021 9:00 AM - 9/15/2021 10:00 AM

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 14:42:54 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will welcome members of the Arlington delegation to the Virginia General Assembly at its two meetings in September. The Senators and Delegates will look ahead to the 2022 session and take Chamber members’ questions. Joining us on Wednesday, September 15 are Delegate Alfonso Lopez and Delegate Rip Sullivan.

Meeting Instructions

Elements Massage Grand Opening 9/15/2021 4:00 PM - 9/15/2021 6:00 PM

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 18:01:59 GMT

LeadShare Group - Thursday Afternoon 9/16/2021 11:45 AM - 9/16/2021 1:00 PM

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:46:42 GMT

Virtual Meeting Instructions

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber and to each LeadShare group. Meeting links are distributed one week prior to the meeting. If you are interested in joining a LeadShare group, reach out to engagement@arlintonchamber.org to check availability

Business After Business 9/16/2021 5:00 PM - 9/16/2021 7:00 PM

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 15:43:47 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 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 chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Parking

Nearby metered street parking is available along N Adams Street and Wilson Boulevard, as well as a paid underground parking. The parking garage can be accessed from N Adams Street.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Business After Business? Contact the Chamber at events@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

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

- If you are not feeling well, are infected with COVID-19, or have recently been in close contact with someone who has been infected with COVID-19, please stay home.

- We ask unvaccinated and not yet fully vaccinated guests to wear facial coverings unless eating or drinking and to keep a 6-foot distance from others at events.

- We encourage everyone, regardless of vaccination status to wear a mask when indoors, unless eating or drinking or keeping a 6-foot distance from others.

LeadShare Group - Tuesday Morning 9/21/2021 8:45 - 9/21/2021 10:00

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:12:30 GMT

Virtual Meeting Instructions

Community Action Committee 9/22/2021 9:00 AM - 9/22/2021 10:00 AM

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 12:29:02 GMT

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber. To be added to the meeting distribution list, please contact us at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

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

Free Webinar: 8 Facts About Social Security 9/22/2021 1:00 PM - 9/22/2021 2:00 PM

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:37:18 GMT

Free Webinar: “8 Key Facts About Social Security” In partnership with our Capital Management team, we are excited to offer the webinar "8 Key Facts About Social Security" as part of our Financial Wellness Series. Attend this informative webinar to discover Social Security collection strategies, spousal and survivor benefits, taxation and more. Date: Wednesday, 9/22 Time: 1pm Please register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6442041242624925456?source=SEG

Fill the Truck for New Hope Housing 9/22/2021 3:00 PM - 9/22/2021 6:00 AM

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:05:34 GMT

New Hope Housing is a local organization that was founded in 1977. Its mission is to end homelessness by finding creative and lasting solutions for its clients. They provide Emergency shelters, Permanent Supportive Housing, and Supportive Services throughout the Northern Virginia - Route One Corridor. Top Items Needed for Welcome Home Kits: Queen Size Sheets Sets, Blankets, and Kitchen Essentials ( Dish sets, Silverware, Pots, and Pans)

Fill the Truck for New Hope Housing 9/22/2021 3:00 PM - 9/22/2021 6:00 PM

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 18:05:26 GMT

Foundations in Real Estate Analytics 9/23/2021 8:00 AM - 9/24/2021

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:31:06 GMT

How do you convert a business question into a data analytics question? What do we really mean by “Big Data”? What is the true quality of your company’s data? Can you measure relationships and patterns in your data? Do you have data beyond just numbers? How can visuals sell your business story? Today's data-intensive real estate environment creates new challenges to leverage analytics for strategic positioning and organizational success. Understanding and knowing how to utilize data sources is critical for leaders to compete across a broad range of real estate sectors. In response to these challenges, the George Mason University Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE) and the School of Business Executive Development present a two-day analytics leadership experience. This program will help you learn to leverage your company’s critical data resources to develop a competitive and innovative real estate business strategy.

Foundations in Real Estate Analytics 9/23/2021 8:00 AM - 9/24/2021

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:23:50 GMT

New Distrct Brewing Vally Fest 2021 9/26/2021 12:00 AM - 9/26/2021 5:00 PM

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:04:44 GMT

New District Brewing is pleased to once agin host its annual street festival, Valley Fest 2021. Local artists will display/sell their work, local bands & food trucks and more. www.arlingtonvalleyfest.com

Education & Workforce Development Committee 9/28/2021 15:00 - 9/28/2021 16:00

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 14:56:04 GMT

This meeting is restricted to members of the Chamber. To be added to the distribution list for meeting information, please contact Raymond Andujar at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org

Small Business Roundtable: Producing Marketing Content - How to Create Effective Digital Marketing Campaigns 9/29/2021 11:45 - 9/29/2021 13:00

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 14:49:17 GMT

The Chamber's free monthly Small Business Roundtable is an important educational and networking opportunity for small businesses. This event provides expert speakers on topics to help you grow your business, such as digital marketing and business development, and also gives you the opportunity to make connections and grow your professional network. The forum is applicable to a variety of businesses and employee levels, from front-line customer service to owners.

THIS MONTH'S TOPIC: Producing Marketing Content - How to Create Effective Digital Marketing Campaigns presented by Holly Harper, Principal & Strategic Marketing Consultant, Blue Bike Communications

You know you need a website, should be on social media, and probably need to email leads, but now what do you write about? What do you post? How often? How much effort should you put in? In this workshop, we will learn the basics of how to write a marketing message that connects you with your target audience and then we'll brainstorm different strategies to turn that message into multiple forms to use in your marketing campaigns. You'll walk away with a handful of specific ideas for your content, and a way to figure out if the effort to produce it will pay off for you.

Holly Harper is a strategic marketing consultant and principal of Blue Bike Communications. She helps entrepreneurs and nonprofits develop a powerful, values-aligned brand strategy and assemble the right tools to bring the strategy to life. She believes that focusing on your own unique offerings and communicating clearly provides the best path to finding perfect clients, employees, supporters, partners, and customers.

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

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.

Thank you to our Grand Sponsor!

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