July 15 - 19

Tuesday, July 16

LeadShare Group Meeting

8:45 - 10:00 a.m.

Virtual

Wednesday, July 17

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee

9:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Virtual

LeadShare Group Meeting

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Offsite

Thursday, July 18

LeadShare Group Meeting

11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chamber Boardroom

Hotel General Managers Committee

Exclusive to Hotel General Managers

4:00 - 5:30 p.m.

Crystal Gateway Marriott

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee: Hear from all four Candidates for Arlington County Board

Wednesday, July 17 | 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. | Virtual

Join us on July 17, when the Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee welcomes all four candidates for the open County Board seat in the November general election. Democrat Julius “J.D” Spain, Sr., Independent Audrey Clement, and newly declared candidates Republican Juan Carlos Fierro and Independent Madison Granger will be attending.

The candidates will speak to the committee individually, highlighting their policy priorities for the County and taking questions from members of the Committee.

This meeting is open to all Chamber members. For more information, or to receive the Zoom invitation, please email [email protected].

Virginia Ranked America's #1 State for Business

We are thrilled to share that Virginia has been named America's #1 State for Business by CNBC in their 2024 rankings. This prestigious recognition is based on a comprehensive evaluation of all 50 states, scored across 128 metrics in 10 broad categories of competitiveness.

We are also excited to share that Arlington has been recognized as the mid-sized metro with the Best Business Climate in Business Facilities' 20th Annual Metro Rankings Report.

“Economic development is a team sport," shared Governor Glenn Youngkin. The Arlington Chamber is proud to contribute to making Virginia, and Arlington, a great place to work, live, and do business.

Read Governor Youngkin's press release highlighting this remarkable achievement and what it means for our commonwealth's future.

Provide Feedback on the Design of Gateway Park

Gateway Park is being redesigned, and you can help shape its future! Watch the video presentation showcasing three exciting draft concept designs and share your feedback. Your input will be crucial in creating a final concept that truly reflects our community's vision for Gateway Park.

Business After Business

Thursday, July 25 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Silver Diner - Ballston

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 and members have a chance to win our cash jackpot.

Grand Sponsor

Premier Sponsor

Small Business Roundtable: A Crash Course in AI & Hiring: What Employers Need to Know

Wednesday, July 31 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Virtual

Join us for a roundtable discussion on the impact of AI in HR, led by Edgar Ndjatou of Officium, LLC. Explore how AI is revolutionizing the recruiting process, its benefits, and potential legal risks. Understand the nuances of using AI for hiring decisions and learn practical steps to ensure compliance and avoid discrimination. This event will provide valuable insights into making informed decisions on integrating AI technology into your HR practices.

Looking to see what’s going on in Arlington this summer? Our Community Calendar is the perfect place to find events. Check out a few upcoming events:

Friday, July 26 | District Fray

Medal Madness: Limited Edition Friday Summer League Tournament

Wednesday, July 31 | Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington

Vessels and Passages: a poetry series

Saturday, August 2 | Crystal City Sports Pub

30th Anniversary Party

Sunday, August 3 | Phoenix Bikes

Raise + Ride: Sizzling Summer Century

Members can add an event by visiting the Members Only portal of the Chamber website. Email [email protected] or call the Chamber at (703) 525-2400 with questions.