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Breakfast Connection --  The Breakfast Connection attracts professionals looking to utilize Chamber businesses. We use a ‘speed networking’ format during breakfast, and each attendee introduces themselves to several groups during the timed sessions. You get to give 60-second commercials, exchange business cards and meet a new group of professionals each time you rotate. If you've never tried a Breakfast Connection, you will find it is a great networking tool. Bring brochures, business cards and flyers pertaining to your organization to hand out. This is a great way to make the morning the best part of your day. To find out how you can save money by obtaining a PASSPORT, click here. Sponsored by Self Storage Plus.  Click here to view our event calendar.               Click here to view the photo gallery.

Business After Business -- The Chamber's monthly Business After Business (BAB) functions are the perfect way to relax and network with fellow and potential Chamber members. Our BAB’s are held monthly at a different Chamber member establishment. It's a great way to end your day and win great prizes, including our mounting cash jackpot. Remember, you must be present to win! To find out how you can save money by obtaining a PASSPORT, click here. Sponsorships change monthly. Click here to view our event calendar. Click here to view the photo gallery. Click here to view an additional photo gallery of a Business after Business event.

Small Business Roundtable -- The Chamber's monthly Small Business Roundtable offers an important educational opportunity to smaller businesses. The roundtable discussion, facilitated by Jim Whelan, expert strategic planner with the ProActive Corporation of America, allows business people to learn from their peers and knowledgeable experts for free! The topic of discussion changes monthly, allowing attendees to learn how to enhance their business and increase their success in a different way each month! After the roundtable, the discussion is summarized and highlighted in the Chamber newsletter, The Arlingtonian.; click here to access The Arlingtonian archives. Click here to view our event calendar.

SMART Start -- SMART Start is a FREE Networking Seminar and Information Session. Learn how to meet new clients or future business associates. All current members welcome. Click here to view our event calendar.

Fall Outing – This is one of the Chamber's premiere events and is held annually at an area golf club. The Fall Outing offers numerous opportunities to mingle and network. This golf tournament is a great way to escape the office for the day, gain valuable exposure for your company and enjoy the competitiveness and company of fellow Chamber members. Click here to view our event calendar. 

Annual Arlington Business Gala – The Winter Gala, “Arlington’s Best Night Out”, has been the Chamber’s biggest event for more than 80 years.  Each year over 250 people join the Chamber at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City for a spectacular silent auction, dinner, dancing, and fun. The auction is an excellent opportunity to publicize your business and support your Chamber! Click here for donation ideas! Click here to view our event calendar. Click here to view the photo gallery.

State of the County – This is an open forum where a member of the Arlington County Board presents an overview of the economic and development status of Arlington.  This event offers attendees the opportunity to find out how Arlington is doing fiscally and developmentally. The meeting encourages your input as a businessperson or resident of Arlington. Click here to view our event calendar.

Valor Awards – The Valor Awards ceremony honors members of Arlington County’s Police, Fire, and Sheriff Departments who have exemplified extraordinary heroic actions and exceptional performance of their duties. Click here to view our event calendar.

Volunteer Arlington Day – The Chamber’s Community Action Committee produces Volunteer Arlington Day. This event, held in May, connects Arlington businesses to Arlington Chamber member non-profits for a few hours of assistance. Businesses and other interested organizations are encouraged to form teams – individuals are welcome, too. Teams will be matched with non-profits needing services. Click here to view our event calendar. Click here to view the photo gallery.

Hospitality Awards – The Chamber's celebration to honor those who make it wonderful to visit and be in Arlington. Click Here to download our Nomination Form. Click here to view our event calendar.

ABBIES – The ABBIE Awards celebrate the best businesses in Arlington. Each year, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce recognizes outstanding businesses in the community with a prestigious ABBIE Award. This award is earned by businesses that deliver exceptional quality of of service to their customers, are industry leaders or offer a unique approach to delivery of its goods or services, and display an interest in and concern for the Arlington community. Click here to view our event calendar. Click here to view the photo gallery.

Annual Meeting – The Chamber’s Annual Meeting is the perfect way to wrap up the year's successes and commemorate our deserving honorees. Each year the Chamber invites an exciting keynote speaker, which makes this event a MUST attend. The Chamber announces incoming officers for the upcoming year and presents the honors of Chairman’s Award, Committee of the Year Award and President’s Award. The outgoing Chairman shares remarks for his/her past year of duty and conducts the Annual Meeting along with Rich Doud, President. This is a key networking luncheon and always draws large crowds. Click here to view our event calendar.

Scholar's Cup – Annually, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce awards scholarships to deserving area high school students through its scholarship fund. The Education and Workforce Development Committee decided to grow the scholarship fund by creating an annual family-friendly mini-golf tournament. 100% of the proceeds of this event go to benefit the Arlington Chamber Scholarship Fund!  Attend the tournament, and join us in supporting a deserving and wonderful program. Click here to view our event calendar.

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