November 20 - 24

Thursday, November 23-Friday, November 24

Happy Thanksgiving

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Arlington Chamber Announces 2024 Public Policy Positions

On November 17, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce adopted its 2024 Policy Positions. The policy positions comprise two documents: one containing legislative priorities for the Virginia General Assembly’s 2024 session, and one focused on local issues within the purview of Arlington County’s government. The Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee produced the first draft of the Policy Positions, with staff assistance, at their annual work session. Following completion of the draft, the Policy Positions were reviewed by the Executive Committee and recommended to the Board.

In these documents, the Chamber advocates for Arlington and Virginia to build strong partnerships between government and the business community, continue to prioritize economic development by supporting businesses of all sizes, tackle the challenge of high commercial vacancy, support businesses struggling with rising inflation and costs of living, expand efforts to increase the supply of housing, and sustain a robust public infrastructure.

For more information on the Policy Positions, please contact Government Affairs Manager, John Musso at [email protected].

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99th Annual Meeting Awardees Announced

Friday, December 8 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

The Chamber is pleased to announce this year's award recipients.

2023 Committee of the Year

The Committee of the Year Award recognizes a committee that has done an exceptional job of executing the mission of the Chamber membership and Arlington business community.

Winner: Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee

Co-Chaired by Tad Lunger, Impresa Legal Group & Scott Pedowitz, Apartment and Office Building Association

2023 President's Award

The President's Award recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution of volunteer assistance to the Chamber.  

Winner: R. Doug Taylor, Bean, Kinney & Korman P.C.

2023 Chair's Award

The Chair's Award recognizes a member organization and its representative(s) who have made an outstanding contribution of resources to the Chamber and the business community in Arlington.

Winner: Amazon

Register now to join more than 210 members attending this exciting celebration of Arlington businesses, and to hear from Dominion Energy's Chair, President and CEO, Robert M. Blue.

Support Small Business Saturday

November 25 is Small Business Saturday and we encourage members to embrace the spirit of community and shop local. By using the Open Rewards app shoppers earn 5% in cash back rewards when they shop local and upload their receipts. The Chamber is partnered with Arlington Economic Development (AED)’s BizLaunch in support of the Open Rewards program.

Grand Sponsor

Small Business Roundtable: Attracting & Supporting Working Parents at Your Small Business

Wednesday, November 29 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Virtual

This month's roundtable on Attracting & Supporting Working Parents at Your Small Business will be presented by Whytni H. Kernodle, Esq., CEO of Arlington Independent Media.

Join Whytni Kernodle, human rights attorney, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion coach and CEO of Arlington Independent Media, as she provides insight on how to create an inclusive and supportive work environment that can help you retain your current workforce and build a culture that attracts a diverse range of candidates, including working moms and dads. 

This event is free for members.

Is your business looking to support educational programming for small businesses? The Grand Sponsorship is available for this series in 2024. To learn more see the sponsorship document or contact Will Mulligan, Membership Engagement Director, at [email protected] or 703-525-2400 ext.201

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100th Annual Arlington Business Gala Tickets Now Available

Saturday, January 27, 2023 | 6:30 - 11:30 p.m. | The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City

Secure your spot now for Arlington's Best Night Out! Tickets are open for the Chamber's 100th Annual Arlington Business Gala. Join us in celebrating this milestone with a spectacular silent auction, dinner, dancing, premium networking, and fun. Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration—sign up now and ensure you're part of the excitement!

Click here to view last year's Arlington Business Gala photos.

The Chamber is accepting donations for the 100th Annual Arlington Business Gala Silent Auction. To submit your item, please send the completed Silent Auction Donation Form to [email protected].

Arlington County Seeks Input for Solid Waste Plan

Arlington County announced a public comment period for its Solid Waste Management and Zero Waste Plan. This is a state mandated 20-year plan for the County’s solid waste management framework. The chief goal of the Plan is to divert at least 90% of waste from landfill or incineration by 2038.

The core components of the Solid Waste Plan include strong incentives for comprehensive management of organic waste, along with more robust recycling programs. This Plan was the product of County Staff and a Working Group of Stakeholders, including the Arlington Chamber. Comments and feedback may be submitted by Friday, December 1. The County Board is expected to consider this Plan sometime in 2024. Learn more here.