This Week at a Glance: September 3-6
Tuesday, September 3 · Ambassador Committee Meeting · 4:00-5:00 p.m. · Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom · Directions
Thursday, September 5 · SMART Start · 4:00-5:15 p.m. · Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom · Directions
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Leaders from across the region came together at George Mason University's Van Metre Hall last week for the 4th Annual Northern Virginia Regional Elected Leaders Summit featuring elected officials. The summit offered business leaders the opportunity to hear from our local elected leaders about the economic climate in the region, new and ongoing initiatives aimed at bolstering economic growth, and how each jurisdiction in Northern Virginia can work together for the betterment of the regional economy.
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce hosted this summit with premier partner, the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and co-hosts, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, Prince William Chamber of Commerce, and Northern Virginia Regional Commission.
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NBC4's Northern Virginia Bureau Chief, Julie Carey, led a moderated discussion with elected officials including Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Chair Phyllis Randall, Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson, Arlington County Board Chair Christian Dorsey, Prince William County At-Large Chairman Corey Stewart, and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Penny Gross (left to right). |
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This important discussion about the future of our region drew wide attention. Below is a sampling of stories resulting from the conversation at the summit.
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Housing, transportation, education top regional leaders' concerns (The Sun Gazette, August 27)
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Metro stations shuttered in summerlong shutdown will reopen on time, officials say (The Washington Post, August 26)
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Local Leaders Urge Regional Housing Plan and Transit Investments (ARLnow, August 26)
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N. Va. leaders say more courage is necessary to solve the region's affordable housing crisis (Washington Business Journal, August 26)
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Area residents, not Amazon newcomers, are fueling Northern Virginia real estate frenzy, agents say (The Washington Post, August 26)
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Thursday, September 5
4:00-5:15 p.m.
Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom
A free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, SMART Start 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 SMART Start!
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Thursday, September 12
7:30-9:00 a.m.
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 and provides attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects and share a 60 second pitch with each table. Bring plenty of business cards- you'll need them! This Breakfast Connection will be held in partnership with the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce. Registration includes a full buffet breakfast with coffee, tea and juice.
Members have the opportunity to donate a door prize that all attendees will be eligible to win. Be sure to drop your business card at the registration table in order to be in the running!
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Writing for the Chamber Blog is an excellent way to establish yourself as a thought leader in your industry. This is a free opportunity, available exclusively to Chamber members.
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Chamber President & CEO, Kate Bates, was interviewed by Cory Smith from NBC4 News on Wednesday, August 21. The interview was about the University of Maryland’s (UMD) new Discovery Center located near Amazon’s second headquarters in Arlington. The University plans to open the center to help connect students and faculty to the emerging tech hub fostered by Amazon’s move.
UMD is joining a strong network of colleges, universities, and educational institutions with a presence in Arlington. These institutions work closely with the business community to ensure that they are preparing graduates with the skills they need to succeed in today’s workforce.
Watch the full interview here.
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