January 30 - February 3   Wednesday, February 1 Joint Meeting: Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee and Sustainability Committee 9:00-10:00 a.m. Virtual LeadShare Networking Group 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Chamber Boardroom Thursday, February 2 LeadShare Networking Group 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Chamber Boardroom Chamber 101 4:00-5:15 p.m. Chamber Boardroom VIEW EVENTS CALENDAR   Last Call: Hospitality Awards Tuesday, February 14 | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport   Grand Sponsor Join the Chamber as we honor exceptional members of Arlington's hospitality industry at the 17th Annual Hospitality Awards. This event focuses on those who make Arlington County a wonderful place to live and visit by recognizing front-line workers in the hospitality industry from restaurants and hotel companies.  At the ceremony, the Chamber will present the Hospitality Superstar Awards to employees who have been nominated based on their superior dedication and customer service. The Bob Klein Legendary Service Awards are also given to those who have completed 25 or more years of service. REGISTER Registration for this event closes on Tuesday, February 7. Grand Sponsor Premier Sponsor Chamber 101 Thursday, February 2 | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | Chamber Boardroom Chamber 101 is a free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members, and 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. Attendees also have the opportunity to meet our staff, future clients, and associates, and expand their membership potential at this event. REGISTER Grand Sponsor Breakfast Connection Combined with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce Thursday, February 9 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Crystal City Sports Pub Promote your business before the workday even begins! 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. Double your connections this month at our combined event with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce. Bring plenty of business cards - you'll need them! REGISTER Legislative Summary The Commonwealth of Virginia began its Legislative Session on January 11. Over 45 days the General Assembly will in session. The Chamber has been actively advocating for bills related to our policy priorities. We have been engaging in favor of legislation concerning workforce development, taxation, regulations, and other issues affecting the business community. Below are some of the bills that we are currently supporting: HB1405 & SB796, simplifying the filing methods for corporations paying their corporate income taxes. SB2195 & SB1470, creating a consolidated Department of Workforce Development to administer all Commonwealth-level Workforce Development programs. READ OUR RECENT ADVOCACY NEWSLETTER To be added to the Chamber’s business advocacy email list, contact Operations Manager, Elizabeth Addington at [email protected]. For more information about the Chamber’s session activity, reach out to Government Affairs Manager John Musso at [email protected].   Grand Sponsor AWE Women in Business Summit Thursday, March 16 | 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Northeastern University- Arlington Join the Chamber for our 3rd Annual AWE Women in Business Summit, a professional development, and networking event designed for women entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals eager to grow their businesses or enhance their careers. This event will bring together a diverse group of women to create a community dedicated to helping and supporting one another as we challenge traditional barriers that women in business face. Featuring a welcome keynote, panel discussions, and presentations from experienced leaders, this summit will provide education, inspiration, and connections to foster your success and help you achieve your personal and professional goals. REGISTER Registration closes Thursday, March 9. Annual Corporate Sponsors   Having trouble viewing this email? View as Webpage Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email   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!