Having trouble viewing this email? View as Webpage ‌ ‌ ‌ May 17 - May 21 Tuesday, May 18 LeadShare Networking Group Virtual Meeting 8:45-10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 19 Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee Virtual Meeting 9:00-10:30 a.m. Registration Required LeadShare Networking Group Virtual Meeting 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 35th Annual Best Business Awards Hybrid Event 5:30-8:30 p.m Register Thursday, May 20 Virtual Networking Mixer Virtual Meeting 5:00-6:00 p.m. Register VIEW EVENTS CALENDAR 35th Annual Best Business Awards Tuesday, May 19 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Hybrid Event Join the Chamber to celebrate the best of the best in Arlington business at the 35th Annual Best Business Awards on this Wednesday. The Best Business Awards is one of the most distinguished evening events in Arlington. This prestigious awards dinner recognizes businesses in the Arlington community that go above and beyond to serve clients and make Arlington a great place to work and live. For availability and to reserve your in-person or virtual tickets, visit the event page or contact Olivia McKay, Operations Manager, at [email protected] or (703) 525-2400. In-Person Registration: Member: $125 Prospective Member: $160 Virtual Registration: Member: $35 Prospective Member: $50 REGISTER Government Affairs and Economic Development Committee Wednesday, May 19 | 9:00-10:30 a.m. | Virtual Meeting Registration Required The Arlington Chamber has extended invitations to all candidates running for Governor or Lieutenant Governor to speak with the committee and take questions. On Wednesday, May 19 at 9:00 a.m., we will welcome Former Del. Jennifer Carroll Foy Democrat for Governor), Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe (Democrat for Governor), Del. Mark Levine (Democrat for Lt. Governor), and Del. Sam Rasoul (Democrat for Lt. Governor), who will have 15 minutes to give brief remarks (no more than 5 minutes) and to take questions from committee members. This meeting is exclusive to members of the Chamber. To get the link for this meeting, please register using your member login credentials or contact Olivia McKay at [email protected] REGISTER Speaking Opportunities Available Are you interested in sharing your expertise with the Chamber’s membership? Speaking opportunities are available for the Small Business Roundtable series. This series, which has increased in popularity since transitioning to virtual, features Chamber members sharing their expertise on topics ranging from video communication tips to equity in the workplace. Speakers receive extensively publicity through event promotion, as well as the opportunity to share content with the business community. If you are interested in learning more, please review the Small Business Roundtable Guidelines and reach out to Mike Rosenow, Senior Director of Membership at [email protected] with any questions. Grand Sponsor Arlington County Board Candidate Forum Tuesday, April 27 | 3:00-4:00 p.m. | Virtual Event Make sure to register for the Chamber's County Board Candidate Forum. Current County Board Member Takis Karantonis (D) is running for re-election and is being challenged by Chanda Choun (D) in the Democratic Primary on June 8. The winner of that primary will face Mike Cantwell (I) and Audrey Clement (I) in the general election on November 2. Additional candidates for the general election may yet be announced; the Chamber will invite all candidates who enter the race before the event. This event is free and open to the business community, as well as the general public. REGISTER Joining the Chamber Staff Thomas Fitzpatrick, Communications Coordinator, Arlington Chamber of Commerce I work to tell the story of how the Chamber supports businesses, showing the Arlington business community how we are a powerful partner for every type of organization. I manage the Chamber’s social media channels and post pictures of events. If you ever see me smiling on the screen, make sure to strike a pose! READ MORE Annual Corporate Sponsors ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Arlington Chamber of Commerce | 2009 14th Street, North, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22201 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!