Asya Haikin, MA, C-IAYT, Peaceful Mind Yoga Therapy

Since school resumed earlier this month, many of us have been dealing with an added challenge of juggling work responsibilities while helping our kids navigate digital learning. As we are called to answer multiple demands, how do we stay present and respond in the best possible way, without becoming stressed out or reactive?​

Ann Rosser, Principal, Finding Resolution Consulting

The first step in getting what you want is to communicate your thoughts so you are understood.
How you communicate and interact is at the heart of your success.

Morgan Cooper, Communications Coordinator, Arlington Chamber of Commerce

Have you ever found yourself in need of a service, like legal assistance or printing services, but you didn’t know where to find options that have the credibility of being recommended by a friend rather than whatever pops up on Google? The Chamber’s Business Directory can help you find those credible businesses! You can utilize the Business Directory for either your needs, or as an easy way to recommend local options to someone else. Either way, it is a great way to give back to the community by supporting your fellow members.

Olivia McKay, Operations Manager, Arlington Chamber of Commerce

With COVID-19 changing the nature of meetings, we have all quickly been learning how to use Zoom. Whether to stay connected to friends & family, or to ensure all your business meetings and presentations go smoothly, it has become essential that everyone becomes fluent in virtual meetings. The Chamber hosts a multitude of Zoom events on a weekly basis; in order to be successful, we follow best practices that allow all of our meetings to flow smoothly.

Janet Kopenhaver, President, Embracing Arlington Arts

Cultural equity is consistently cited as a major problem in the arts and theater industry. The recent “Black Lives Matter” protests and calls for theaters to put their “statements of support” into action has focused even more light on this issue. A major impediment to achieving more diversity in the arts and culture industry is that while all agree that concrete changes must be made, there has been a lack of insight into how and what these changes should entail to garner results. Embracing Arlington Arts wants to fill that gap.

Zara Seastrunk, Business Development Manager, Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP)
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How will your employees commute safely back to work, and how will their transportation options change as the region re-opens? Employers can proactively prepare for a safe, sustainable, and equitable reopening by offering flexible workplace policies, benefits, and commuter resources to help employees navigate their new commute.

Morgan Cooper, Communications Coordinator, Arlington Chamber of Commerce

This past May, I found myself feeling slightly defeated searching for a job as a recent graduate in the midst of a global pandemic. If you had asked me what I would be doing post-graduation six months prior, I would have most certainly given you a concrete answer along the lines of “working in a new job at an office full time”. Although I couldn’t quite see an end in sight, resiliency has always been one of the strongest ingredients in my personality. Right as I was about to pivot my search to job titles I didn’t quite love, I came across the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. In a sort of cliché, “stars aligning” moment, I knew I found the perfect balance of my passions in a challenging and fun environment.

Manny Cosme, President & CEO, CFO Services Group

As of the writing of this blog post, we are neck deep in COVID-19 land.  The novel coronavirus has taken our health and our economy hostage.  Literally every day, we are fighting to not only keep ourselves physically safe, but keep our small businesses and non-profits afloat.  Never in our modern history have we faced a challenge so great, and one that will have as long-lasting impact as this.

Alexis Golkin, Vice President, Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Suburban VA

Operating your business in a COVID-19 world can be extremely stressful. We get bombarded by information from all directions and the information we get seems to change every day. So what can you do to keep you, your employees, and your clients safe? While there is never a 100% effective safeguard against viruses like COVID-19, there are many preventive measures you can take.