Arlington Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Small Business Roundtable: How to Get More Local Leads From Google Without Paying for Ads 10/28/2026 12:00 Noon - 10/28/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:07:13 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: How to Get More Local Leads From Google Without Paying for Ads

Description

Presented by Ex Pow-anpongkul of Arlington Buyback, this session introduces a practical SEO system for finding the exact words potential customers are already using on Google and turning those searches into focused web pages that can generate leads. You do not need to blog every week or compete for the biggest search terms in your industry. You’ll see how to find overlooked opportunities, avoid wasting time on broad and highly competitive topics, and decide which searches are actually worth building a page around. From there, you’ll learn the basics of creating or improving a page so it better matches what potential customers are looking for. Attendees will follow a simple checklist and have time to ask questions about applying these methods to their own business.

Agenda

11:55 a.m.: Zoom Room Opens
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.: Presentation

Zoom Details

Attendees will receive a Zoom meeting link in their registration confirmation email.

Interested in Presenting?

If you are interested in becoming a speaker for one of our Small Business Roundtables, please review the program guidelines and submit a proposed topic with a one paragraph summary description to eventsassoc@arlingtonchamber.org.

Registration

For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Prospective members are allowed to attend up to three (3) Chamber Networking (Breakfast Connection, Business After Business, Small Business Roundtable, Women in Business Networking) events as a guest.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow, Vice President of Membership, at membership@arlingtonchamber.org to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

Grand Sponsor

Women in Business Networking 10/28/2026 5:00 PM - 10/28/2026 6:30 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:41:09 GMT

Women in Business Networking Series

While Women in Business is centered on uplifitng women in the workplace, all entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals are welcome to attend. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your network and be part of a community committed to connection and empowerment.

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Women in Business Networking event? Please contact events@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have Premier and Patron sponsorship opportunities available for this event. Please review our sponsorship document or contact Will Mulligan, Membership Engagement Director, engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Registration

Registration closes Wednesday, October 28 at noon. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. 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 to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsors

Premier Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

Barre3 Arlington | MainStreet Bank | Matthews, Carter & Boyce | Tech Painting Co. | Washington Area Community Investment Fund - Office for Women's Initiatives

Nonprofit Forum - Engaging Volunteers: Building Lasting Impact and Stronger Communities 10/30/2026 8:30 AM - 10/30/2026 11:30 AM

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:38:40 GMT

Join the Arlington Chamber of Commerce for our Fall Nonprofit Forum, presented by the Chamber’s Community Action Committee. The topic of this forum will be "Engaging Volunteers: Building Lasting Impact and Stronger Communities."

Engage with a timely conversation on how nonprofits can more effectively engage, motivate, and retain volunteers. Our panelists will share practical strategies, lessons learned, and real-world examples for creating meaningful volunteer experiences that benefit both organizations and the communities they serve.

Overview

Lisa Fikes, President & CEO, Leadership Center of Arlington

Panelists

Lisa Fikes, President & CEO, Leadership Center of Arlington

Cintya Flores, Executive Director, Latinas Leading Tomorrow

Diana Ortiz, President & CEO, Doorways

Sponsorship

Serving as a sponsor is an excellent way to support Arlington's nonprofits and the betterment of our community, while also promoting your business or organization. To learn more or register as a sponsor, please view our sponsorship document. For questions, contact Will Mulligan, Member Engagement Director, at (703) 525-2400 or engagement@arlingtonchamber.org.

Registration

Registration closes Wednesday, October 28. For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Host Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

Insperity | Learning Journey AI | Searle Business Solutions, LLC | Wolcott Hill Group, LLC

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 11/4/2026 9:00 AM - 11/4/2026 10:00 AM

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:59:10 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will hear from Rich Dooley, Director of Climate Policy with the Arlington County Manager’s Office. Rich will present updates on the County’s Climate Action Policy, which has considerable implications for the business community. He will also take questions.

For more information and the link to the Zoom meeting, please reach out to DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Chamber 101 11/5/2026 3:45 PM - 11/5/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:38:32 GMT

A free 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

3:45 - 4:00 p.m. - Open Networking

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

Transportation

Metered street parking is available on 14th Street and the surrounding area, as well as at the Courthouse Plaza parking lot (2098 15th Street, North.). The Chamber is also accessible via Court House Metro (Orange/Silver lines).

Registration

Registration closes at noon on Thursday, November 5. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Young Professionals Happy Hour 11/12/2026 5:00 PM - 11/12/2026 6:30 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:19:11 GMT

This series for the supports young professionals that work or live in Arlington. The program engages the next generation of leaders and provides them with opportunities to develop the skills to be successful leaders in the community. Connecting young professionals with the broader business community aims to deepen their ties, helping our community with workforce development and retention.

We encourage our Chamber members to share this event with the young professionals in their network.

Sponsorship

If you are interested in supporting this event, please contact engagement@arlingtonchamber.org for more information.

Registration

Registration closes at noon on Thursday, November 12. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or 703-525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. 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 to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor!

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 11/18/2026 9:00 AM - 11/18/2026 10:00 AM

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:59:34 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will hold a 30 minute virtual work session, to review the Chamber's Responses to the Arlington County 2027 Legislative Agenda. This segment of the meeting will be restricted only to private-sector Chamber members. The Committee will host a speaker for the second 30 minute portion of the meeting, which will be announced.

For more information and the link to the Zoom meeting, please reach out to DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Small Business Roundtable - Virginia Employment Law Update: Key Changes and Practical Steps for Employers 11/18/2026 12:00 Noon - 11/18/2026 1:00 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:07:35 GMT

This Month's Topic: Virginia Employment Law Update: Key Changes and Practical Steps for Employers

Description

Small Business Owners have a lot to keep up with, especially when employment laws are changing. Join R. Doug Taylor of Bean, Kinney & Korman P.C. for a practical overview of recent developments affecting Virginias employers. Doug will discuss what business need to know about pay transparency, workplace heat illness prevention, noncompete restrictions, and Virginia's Clean Slate Law, with a focus on the steps employers can take now to update their policies and reduce risk, prevention noncompete restrictions, and Virginias's Clean Slate Law, with a focus on the steps employers can take now to update their policies and reduce risk.

Attendees will learn about:

-Virginia's new pay transparency requirements and their impact on job postings and hiring

-Developing workplace heat illness prevention rules

-Recent changes to Virginia's noncompete restrictions

-How the Clean Slate Law affects applications, interviews, and background checks

-Practical steps for reviewing employment policies, agreements, and hiring procedures

Agenda

11:55 a.m.: Room Opens
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.: Presentation

Location:
We are located at 2009 14th Street North, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22201. Our office is three blocks from the Courthouse Metro Station, which is accessible via the Orange and Silver lines.

Parking:
Street parking is available on 14th Street. Additionally, there is a metered parking lot at Courthouse Plaza, just two blocks away.

Zoom Details

Attendees will receive a Zoom meeting link in their registration confirmation email.

Interested in Presenting?

Registration

For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. The Chamber reserves the right to deny admittance to the event if a nonmember has already attended three events. Please contact Mike Rosenow, Vice President of Membership, at membership@arlingtonchamber.org to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

Grand Sponsor

Business After Business 11/19/2026 4:30 PM - 11/19/2026 6:30 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:01:17 GMT

Creating connections in this relaxed setting is a great way to end your business day. Build your network while enjoying food, beer, wine, and soft drinks, all of which are included in your registration. Attendees are eligible to win door prizes donated by members.

Hosting

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

Registration

Registration closes on Thursday, November 19 at noon. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Transportation

The parking garage at 900 N Glebe Rd (LAZ Parking – Virginia Tech Research Center) is connected to Ballston Local. The parking garage entrance is in the back of the building. The daily maximum rate is $12.

Ballston Local is also located near the Ballston Metro station on the Orange and Silver lines.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. 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 to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee 12/2/2026 9:00 AM - 12/2/2026 10:00 AM

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:47:25 GMT

The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee will meet on December 2.

For more information and the link to the Zoom meeting, please reach out to DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.

Women in Business Networking 12/2/2026 5:00 PM - 12/2/2026 6:30 PM

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:48:34 GMT

Women in Business Networking Series

Hosting

Are you a member interested in hosting a Women in Business Networking event? Please contact events@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400 for more information.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Registration

Registration closes Wednesday, December 2 at noon. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Companies that have previously attended more than three Chamber events and previous members who have dropped their Chamber memberships are not eligible to attend as a guest. 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 to verify your eligibility or to join the Chamber.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsors

Premier Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

Barre3 Arlington | MainStreet Bank | Matthews, Carter & Boyce | Tech Painting Co. | Washington Area Community Investment Fund - Office for Women's Initiatives

Chamber 101 12/3/2026 3:45 PM - 12/3/2026 5:00 PM

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:38:58 GMT

Agenda

3:45 - 4:00 p.m. - Open Networking

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

Transportation

Registration

Registration closes at noon on Thursday, December 3. For registration questions, please contact DJ Batchelor, Operations Manager, at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.

Registrations are non-refundable. While you are unable to apply registrations to future events, you may transfer your registration to another individual.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor