Chamber Connections - Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Volume V | Number 8 | June 18, 2007  
 

Buck & Associates, Inc.
Comcast
Virginia Commerce Bank
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
 

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News

County Treasurer to Visit with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce

 

  Frank O'Leary, Arlington's County Treasurer for the past 25 years, will attend the Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee meeting Friday, May 25 in the Chamber board room at 8am. O'Leary will present his record and ideas. He will also be open for questions and discussion. This meeting is open to all Chamber members

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee
Friday, May 25
8-9:00am
Chamber Board Room 

Lend a Helping Hand: Volunteer Opportunities Available!

Would you or your business like to lend a helping hand to the Arlington community? The Chamber has received several requests from local non-profits to complete volunteer projects in the coming months. The first opportunity to volunteer will be Saturday, June 16 at 9a.m. It just takes a few short hours to make a difference! If you would like to participate, please contact Kelly Stillman at the Chamber.

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Events Salute Arlington's Best in Business!                                              The 12th Annual ABBIES Awards will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, May 15th, to recognize the achievements and contributions of Arlington commerce. The Arlington Chamber of Commerce and the Arlington Economic Development Commission hold the event yearly to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of our local economy. The Awards are presented to businesses that consistently provide outstanding quality of service and products, have achieved significant growth or stability over the lifetime of their business and display industry leadership. Join the Chamber in acknowledging this year’s ABBIES winners and celebrating Arlington’s steadfast and successful business community!

12th Annual ABBIES
Tuesday, May 15
7:30-9:30a.m.
Sheraton National Hotel
900 South Orme Street
Arlington, VA 22204
Register Now!

Thank you to our Grand Sponsor, Comcast!

May Business After Business 
Kick back at May's Business After Business at the West Village of Shirlington's Clubhouse on Thursday, May 17 from 5-7:00pm. Network with Arlington's top business professionals and make tons of contacts! Socializing and networking made easy! Bring plenty of business cards. 

This event will feature a wine tasting by the Curious Grape.

Business After Business
Thursday, May 17
5-7:00p.m.
West Village of Shirlington Clubhouse
4155 S. Four Mile Run
Arlington, VA 22204

Register Now!

Directions: The clubhouse is accessed off the service road portion of S. Four Mile Run. There are signs along S. Four Mile Run directing people to the Sales Center. The Sales Center is located in the clubhouse on the first floor. The event will be held on the second floor of the clubhouse.

Thank you to our host, Kettler!

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS!  
(click on a link to register for an event)

May
15 - Tuesday: ABBIES - Sheraton National Hotel
17 - Thursday: Business After Business - West Village of Shirlington Clubhouse
18 - Friday: Board Meeting - Ft. Myer, Lamplighter Room
21 - Monday: Ambassador Committee @ 4:30 - Chamber Board Room
23 - Wednesday: Education & Workforce Development Committee Meeting @ 4pm- Chamber Board Room
25 - Friday: Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee @ 8am - Chamber Board Room
28 - Monday: Memorial Day - Chamber CLOSED
30 - Wednesday: SMART Start - Chamber Board Room
30 - Wednesday: Small Business Roundtable - Chamber Board Room
June
4 - Monday: Membership Development Committee Meeting @ 9:30am - Chamber Board Room
4 - Monday: Ambassador Committee Meeting @ 4:30am - Chamber Board Room
4 - Monday: Scholarship Awards Reception - NOVA Community College
5 - Tuesday: Community Action Committee @ 8am - Chamber Board Room
7 - Thursday: Multi Chamber Breakfast Connection - Belle Haven Country Club
13 - Wednesday: Executive Committee Meeting @8am - Chamber Board Room
14 - Thursday: Higher Education Council Meeting @ 4pm - Chamber Board Room
19 - Tuesday: Communications Council Meeting @5pm - Chamber Board Room
22 - Friday: Board Meeting - MWAA
27 - Wednesday: Small Business Roundtable - Chamber Board Room
27 - Wednesday: Education & Workforce Development Committee Meeting @ 4pm - Chamber Board Room
28 - Thursday: Business After Business - Comfort Inn Arlington Boulevard/DC Gateway
29 - Friday: Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee @ 8am - Chamber Board Room

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Please note: If you have registered for an event, but you are unable to attend, please call or email the Chamber to let us know. Refunds for prepaid registrations cannot be honored unless cancellation notice is received by the Chamber 72 hours (3 days) in advance of the event date. We appreciate your courtesy in this matter.

 
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