THIS WEEK AT YOUR CHAMBER

MAY 12 - 16

WEDNESDAY,

MAY 14

Executive Committee Meeting

8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Virtual

THURSDAY,

MAY 15

LeadShare Group Meeting

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

Chamber Boardroom

THURSDAY,

MAY 15

Business After Business

4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Smokecraft Modern Barbeque

RECAP: BEST BUSINESS AWARDS ANNOUNCED

On May 6, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce celebrated the 39th Annual Arlington Best Business Awards at Army Navy Country Club, sponsored by Arlington Community Federal Credit Union.

The Best Business Awards honor businesses that go above and beyond—delivering outstanding service, demonstrating growth and stability, leading their industries with innovation, showing care for our Arlington community, and embracing diversity and inclusion at the core of their culture.

Congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists! Your dedication and leadership make Arlington a better place to live and do business. Thank you to all our sponsors and attendees who made this event an unforgettable one.

As Hall of Fame Inductee Barbara E. Nicastro shared during the event, “In the Arlington Chamber, we go deep. We form relationships; we form friendships… we watch out for each other. We know how to get things done. We know how to love without judgment. And that, to me, is the essence of this Chamber and the essence of Arlington.”

The 2025 Best Business Award Winners are:

Excella - 2025 Technology Business of the Year

Aspire! Afterschool Learning - 2025 Nonprofit of the Year

Cookology Culinary School - 2025 Retail Business of the Year

LGBT+ Counseling Collaborative - 2025 Service Business of the Year

Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, P.C. - 2025 Large Business of the Year

Pictures from the event can be found on our Facebook Album.

Our full press release can be viewed here.

BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS

Thursday, May 15 I 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. I Smokecraft Modern Barbeque

Wrap up your workday on a high note at our May Business After Business! Connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed, welcoming environment where lasting relationships are built. This is one event you won’t want to miss.

Enjoy complimentary food, beer, wine, and soft drinks as part of your registration. Attendees will be entered to win exciting door prizes generously donated by Chamber members, and members are also eligible for our popular cash jackpot.

New for 2025: We’re adding even more excitement with a $250 giveaway at every Business After Business event—exclusively for members who pre-register by noon the day before. This special promotion is only running this year, so don’t miss your chance to win!

LEADERSHIP CENTER OF ARLINGTON - LEADERSHIP SUMMIT & RECEPTION

Thursday, May 15 I 1:00 – 6:30 p.m. I National Rural Electric Cooperative Association

Join the Leadership Center of Arlington for its annual Leadership Summit & Reception on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with the Leadership Center of Arlington on this valuable opportunity to learn from leaders such as Rosaline Wiseman and Dr. Bob Rosen, as well as connect with regional leaders and alumni. This afternoon of leadership development is meant to inspire and empower individuals with the reimagined perspectives and tools for enriching your own personal growth and influence.

Registration for the full event, including the Alumni Reception, is $150. Or you can purchase tickets just for the Alumni Reception for $35. 

COMING SOON

Grand Sponsor

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS HAPPY HOUR

Thursday, May 22 I 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. I Immigrant Food, Ballston

You are invited to our May Young Professionals Happy Hour, an evening designed to foster meaningful connections among emerging leaders in our community. This is a valuable opportunity to expand your professional network, exchange ideas, and build relationships in a relaxed and welcoming environment.



Join us and be part of this dynamic and growing community. Know someone else who might enjoy it too? Feel free to share the opportunity with others on your team!

Please note: The event location has changed. The new venue is Immigrant Food, Ballston.

For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at [email protected] or 703-525-2400.

ARLINGTON COUNTY BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM

Thursday, May 29 I 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. I VHC Health, John T. Hazel Center – Auditorium

The Chamber is pleased to announce the 2025 Arlington County Board Candidate Forum, an important opportunity to engage with local leadership and advocate for the business community.

Join us to hear directly from the candidates running for the Arlington County Board as they share their vision for the county and discuss key issues impacting local businesses, economic growth, and community development.

Registration closes Thursday, May 29 at noon. Space is limited, advanced registration is required. Thanks to our sponsorship support, this event is free and open to the business community, as well as the general public.

For registration questions, please contact Operations Manager, DJ Batchelor at [email protected] or 703-525-2400.

EQUALITY IN BUSINESS: A PRIDE MONTH BREAKFAST CONNECTION

Thursday, June 5 I 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. I Crystal City Sports Pub

Start your day right with a mix of great food and even better connections. Our signature speed networking format gives you the chance to meet a variety of DC-area professionals, exchange business cards, and build valuable relationships – all before your workday begins. For our next event, we’re thrilled to partner with the Equality Chamber of Commerce, a driving force for LGBTQIA+ economic empowerment in the DMV. By joining us this month, you’ll be standing in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ business community, and showing what it means to be an ally in action. Let’s build an inclusive community, one connection at a time.

Interested in Sponsorship?

Sponsorships are available for $200 and include support of the Equality Chamber’s Foundation. Please review our Sponsorship Document or contact [email protected] for more information.

SHOW YOUR PRIDE

Thanks to our partners at Arlington Convention and Visitors Service, we’re pleased to help distribute “All in Arlington Pride” window clings in celebration of WorldPride 2025, taking place in our region from May 17 to June 8.

The window clings will be available at our May Business after Business event. They can also be picked up from the Chamber office on weekdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ANNUAL CORPORATE SPONSORS

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