THE OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE ARLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
We’re Celebrating Our 10th Year!
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SPECIAL THANKS TO ARLINGTONIAN GRAND SPONSOR
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Calendar Chair's Message Milestone Anniversaries Members in the News Welcome New Members Annual Meeting Review Chamber Scene Social Media Contest Nonprofit Spotlight Cuba Getaway Young Entrepreneurs Academy Shop Chamber Business Advocacy Arlington Economic Development Chamber Thank You
FEATURED EVENTS
BREAKFAST CONNECTION JANUARY 12 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. HOLIDAY INN ROSSLYN
BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS JANUARY 17 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
The 92nd Annual Meeting
2300 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22201 On Friday, December
9, more than 200 members and at the Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel Johnston to celebrate the Chamber's many successes ofSonia 2016 and JohnMarshallBank.com Regional President look forward to what is to come in 2017. The afternoon included a presentation of prestigious awards and an announcement of the 2017 Board of Directors by 2017 Chair Tina Walker of BAE Systems. Arlington Economic Development Director Victor Hoskins provided the keynote speech, which focused on working to unleash the potential of Arlington and surrounding areas, in order to boost the economy and set the region on the path towards a bright future. 703-528-1770 guests gathered
Member
2016 Chair Todd Yeatts of The Boeing Company highlighted some of the Chamber's accomplishments over the year, including its powerful role in leading business advocacy efforts, increase in membership, and launch of a new website. 2016 was an exciting year for the Chamber, and we look forward to continuing that growth Turn to page 6-7 to view a list of winners and sponsors. ARLINGTON BUSINESS GALA PREVIEW
Less Than 150 Tickets Left for Arlington's Best Night Out!
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for an evening of mixing and mingling with your friends and fellow business leaders at the 93rd Annual Arlington Business Gala on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City. A celebration of the Arlington business community, the Gala is the largest and most prestigious Chamber event of the year.
THE 93RD ANNUAL
Join the Chamber as we celebrate the new year with a Arlington Business Gala delicious three-course dinner, music by the Bachelor Saturday, January 28, 2017 6:30 p.m. - Midnight Boys Band, dancing, open bar, and more. For the first The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City time ever, the Chamber has opened its Silent Auction early to give you the chance to bid on your favorite items ahead of time online. Visit our Silent Auction website to preview this year's deals! New items will be added as they are received, so check back often to see what's new. Early bidding closes January 26. Items are available for pick-up at the Gala, but attendance is not required to win. The Gala will also feature a live auction for select items, which will be open to all attendees. At the Gala, the Chamber will draw a winner for the Antigua Trip Raffle. The prize is all-inclusive accomodations for two people for up to five nights at Pineapple Beach Club, Antigua, including all dining, beverages, resort facilities, activities, taxes and service charges. Raffle tickets are $30 each or four for $100. The ticket SPECIAL THANK YOU TO holder does not need to be present to be eligible to win. GRAND SPONSORS Join over 300 anticipated attendees for Arlington's Best Night Out. Over 200 tickets have already been sold, so secure your seats for today before they sell out!
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Registration and sponsorship deadline is January 20. For registration questions, contact Hannah Dannenfelser at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.
CHAMBER AT A GLANCE
JANUARY AT THE CHAMBER
THE CHAMBER
HOLIDAY CLOSURE
E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E E Tina Walker, Chair Lindsey Rheaume, Chair-elect Todd Yeatts, Immediate Past Chair Kevin Shooshan, Past Chair Kate Bates, President & CEO Scott Ritter, Treasurer John Gallagher, Assistant Treasurer Shannon Bailey, Vice Chair - Communications David Kinney, Vice Chair – Business Advocacy Joe Prentice, Vice Chair - Member Affairs David Isaacson, Vice Chair - Membership Development Charles Clohan, Vice Chair – Community Engagement
Chamber office closed for holiday observance
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS/ECONOMIC DEV. COMMITTEE MEETING
4 WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Chamber Board Room
CUBA GETAWAY INFORMATION SESSION
4 WEDNESDAY 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Chamber Board Room
SMART START
5 THURSDAY 4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Chamber Board Room
AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE MEETING
9 MONDAY 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Chamber Board Room
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D I R E C T O R S Shannon Bailey, Global Thinking Kate Bates, Arlington Chamber of Commerce Beth Borowski, CNA Lucy Bowen McCauley, Bowen McCauley Dance Mary-Claire Burick, Rosslyn Business Improvement District Linda Chandler, Linden Resources, Inc. Crystal Christmas-Watson, Crystal City Marriott Charles Clohan, Dittmar Company David DeCamp, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank John Finlay, Crystal City Sports Pub Amanda Fischer, Grade A Marketing Bill Fogarty, Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh PC Michael Foster, MTFA Architecture Angela Fox, Crystal City Business Improvement District Betsy Frantz, Leadership Center for Excellence Andy Fuhrmann, Clark Construction John Gallagher, Energesco Mechanical Michael Garcia, State Farm Insurance Nancy Goodman-Thevoz, A Main Event Caterers Brian Gordon, Apartment and Office Building Association Donna Hamaker, Buck & Associates Greg Hamilton, Arlington Magazine Daniel Hoff, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Todd Ihrig, H.D. Vest Investment Services David Isaacson, Beach Geeks, Inc. Sonia Johnston, John Marshall Bank David Kinney, Kinco, LC Tina Leone, Ballston Business Improvement District Tad Lunger, McGuireWoods LLC Pinkie Mayfield, Graham Holdings Company Greta Menard, Capital MarCom Greg Mullan, George Mason Mortgage, LLC Dr. Patrick Murphy, Arlington Public Schools Robb Parker, Vornado/ Charles E. Smith Joe Prentice, State Department Federal Credit Union Lindsey Rheaume, EagleBank Scott Ritter, United Bank David Rowley, Minuteman Press James Ryerson, Marymount University Marie Schuler, Comcast Cable Communications Kevin Shooshan, The Shooshan Company John Snedden, ROCKLANDS Barbeque and Grilling Company Adrian Stanton, Virginia Hospital Center Darren Tully, Freedom Bank Tina Walker, BAE Systems Todd Yeatts, The Boeing Company Mark Zetlin, Mercedes - Benz of Arlington
24 SATURDAY - 2 MONDAY
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
11 WEDNESDAY 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Chamber Board Room
BREAKFAST CONNECTION
12 THURSDAY 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Holiday Inn Rosslyn
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
16 MONDAY Chamber office closed for holiday observance
BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS
17 TUESDAY 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Ruth's Chris Steak House
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS/ECONOMIC DEV. COMMITTEE MEETING
18 WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Chamber Board Room
EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEV. COMMITTEE MEETING
24 TUESDAY 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Chamber Board Room
COMMUNITY 25 WEDNESDAY ACTION COMMITTEE 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. MEETING
Chamber Board Room
SMALL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE
25 WEDNESDAY 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Chamber Board Room
BOARD OF 26 THURSDAY DIRECTORS MEETING 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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93RD ANNUAL ARLINGTON BUSINESS GALA
28 SATURDAY 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City
SMART START Maximize your Chamber membership by attending this free networking seminar and information session about meeting new clients, business associates and how to utilize the benefits of Chamber membership. 5 THURSDAY 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. Chamber Board Room 2009 14th Street, North Suite 100 Arlington, VA 22201
GRAND SPONSOR Greg Mullan -
PREMIER SPONSOR
Michael Garcia - State Farm Insurance
BREAKFAST CONNECTION
Promote your business before the workday even begins! The format of Breakfast Connection gives attendees a chance to bring their business to the table. 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. 12 THURSDAY 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Holiday Inn Rosslyn 1900 N. Fort Myer Dr. Arlington, VA 22209
GRAND SPONSOR
BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS End your busy workday on a high note with delicious food and drinks, mixer-style networking, and the opportunity to win great door prizes, including cash from the mounting jackpot available each month.
17 TUESDAY 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Ruth's Chris Steak House 2231 Crystal Drive, 11th Floor Arlington, VA 22202
U.S. ARMY LIAISON TO THE BOARD
COL. Patrick M. Duggan, J oint Base Myer Henderson Hall
S T A F F Kate Bates, President & CEO Tina Bennett, Events & Development Director Mike Rosenow, Membership Director Caroline Taylor, Communications Manager Alex Held, Membership Engagement Manager Hannah Dannenfelser, Operations & Special Projects Manager MEMBER: U.S. Chamber of Commerce & Virginia Chamber of Commerce
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REGISTER TODAY! 703-525-2400 WWW.ARLINGTONCHAMBER.ORG
Don’t forget to check the Chamber’s website calendar for upcoming events and schedule updates. Fast and easy, the website allows you to register for events online and provides information on the location, time, and topic of all events.
2017 ANNUAL CORPORATE SPONSORS
Welcome to 2017 Time sure does fly! 2016 went by with a blink of an eye and now here we are in 2017 ready to take on new challenges, grasp new opportunities and develop new relationships. The relationships that I have developed over the past five years of being on the Board of Directors has made me step out of my comfort zone, provided me leadership opportunities, and given me the ability to create a wonderful network of people that have expertise in various areas of business. I am fortunate that many of these relationships that I have formed are now my friends. Tina Walker
By being a Chamber member, we have access to many programs and events that enable networking, personal development, and learning. All of which are truly important aspects to expanding our personal and professional relationships. One such event that I am very much looking forward to attending is the 93rd Annual Arlington Business Gala on January 28 at the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City. It’s a wonderful opportunity to mix and mingle with friends and business leaders in the community, bid on some fabulous auction items and support the Chamber. Don’t forget to look at the Chamber’s new website and check out the calendar of events so that you can plan to take advantage of all the great things that are going on in this organization. Don’t miss out!
CHAIR’S MESSAGE CORPORATE SPONSORS
CHAIR’S MESSAGE
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I am very excited and honored to be the Chair of this organization. The Chamber is making an impact and very importantly connecting government, business, and residents. These relationships are extremely important to the economy and to the future of our community and children.
Tina Walker BAE The Community Bank of the Nation’s Capital
The Arlingtonian (USPS 534030) is published monthly by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, 2009 14th Street North, Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22201. A subscription rate of $4 per Chamber representative is collected as part of annual membership dues. Periodicals postage paid at Arlington, VA. Members in the News article submissions must be emailed to communications@arlingtonchamber. org and received by the first of the month prior to the publication month (i.e. May 1 for June Arlingtonian). Articles printed in this newsletter submitted by members represent their ideas and beliefs and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.
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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS NEW MEMBERS MILESTONES
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS LEADERSHIP CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE
40 Under 40 Recognizes Emerging Leaders in DC Area At a sold-out event with 250 people in attendance, Leadership Center for Excellence held its third annual 40 Under 40 at Army Navy Country Club on Friday, December 2, 2016, in partnership with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Arlington Community Foundation, Arlington Economic Development, and the Sun Gazette.
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ARLINGTON COURT SUITES HOTEL F O R T Y- F I V E Y E A R S
AMERICAN RED CROSS IN THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION T H I R T Y- F I V E Y E A R S
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JAMIE NICHOLAS PRINTING & GRAPHICS FIVE YEARS
ARLINGTON LAW GROUP GRADE A MARKETING NORDLINGER CONSULTING GROUP RENAISSANCE ARLINGTON CAPITAL VIEW HOTEL RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT, ARLINGTON CAPITAL VIEW
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING
KLAUSNER & COMPANY PC
Cal Klausner 1530 Wilson Blvd. Suite 1070 Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: (703) 310-6162 E-mail: cklausner@klausner-cpa.com Web Address: www.klausner-cpa.com Sponsor: Michael Foster, MTFA Architecture With more than 40 years of experience, Klausner & Company has served clients in professional practice throughout the greater Metropolitan Washington Area.
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The 40 Under 40 event honored forty trailblazers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in the personal or professional spheres and who are devoted to making positive change within our community. This event was an opportunity to support and recognize these leaders, and the Leadership Center for Excellence hopes that they will further create valuable social capital for this region.
Leadership Center for Excellence 40 Under 40 trailblazers
"We are so proud to honor such an amazing group of trailblazers," said Betsy Frantz, president and CEO of Leadership Center for Excellence. "These exceptional men and women are our future and are going to do incredible things for the DC metro area. The honorees embody the values and characteristics of servant leaders, and the future of this region and organization are bright due to their innovation and leadership. We can't wait to see all they accomplish." T H E B O E I N G C O M PA N Y
Boeing Moving Defense Headquarters to Crystal City The Boeing Company announced recently that it is moving its Defense, Space and Security unit from the St. Louis suburbs to Crystal City. The relocation, which will be complete by January 3, will put the unit's leadership in closer proximity to federal customers and decision-makers. Initially, about a dozen senior leaders — including Leanne Caret, the division's CEO and a 28-year Boeing veteran — will move to the company's building near the Pentagon, on 929 Long Bridge Drive. In the next couple of years, about 50 support staff positions will relocate to Crystal City. Currently, about 3,000 Boeing employees work in the D.C. area. Of that total, about 2,000 are in Virginia, and a "few hundred" are based in Arlington County. Boeing is involved in several major defense and space programs, including the construction of the next-generation refueling tanker and the new Air Force. A-S PA N
A-SPAN Recognized to Highlight Expanded Health Care Access in Northern Virginia On December 16, A-SPAN was recognized by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) as an innovative community health partner at a check presentation. The celebration and check presentation reaffirms A-SPAN’s commitment to Arlington County and its innovative community health initiatives, including A-SPAN’s enhanced nursing programs insupport of Arlington’s homeless neighbors. CareFirst representatives Maria Tildon, Senior Vice President, Public Policy and Community Affairs, and Julie Wagner, Vice President, Community Affairs presented A-SPAN with a $50,000 check so that the organization may further its enhancements to health care access and medical respite program at the Homeless Services Center. A-SPAN will work to expand health system access, improving the health of Arlington County’s most vulnerable population, street homeless individuals and veterans. A-SPAN’s Homeless Services Center combines year-round shelter with nursing services and a medical respite program managed by a full-time nurse practitioner.
Arlington Community Foundation Awards Nearly $100,000 to 26 Nonprofit Organizations and Schools The Arlington Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees recently approved grant awards totaling $97,794 to 26 nonprofit organizations and schools, which include many members of the Arlington Chamber, through its Homelessness Prevention – Looking toward Tomorrow, Fund for Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/ DD) and Arlington Education Fund grant programs. These grant awards will broadly benefit the Arlington community through programs that serve a wide cross section of our community. This fall’s Arlington Education Fund grants make possible curriculum enhancements including an after-school creative problem solving lab for English language-learners and environmental education for students in Extended Day programs through gardening activities. The Homelessness Prevention grants will support such efforts as vocational training for recently rehoused formerly homeless individuals and same-day financial assistance for families facing the threat of homelessness. Funds for ID/DD grants, meanwhile, will support programs that provide empowerment for Arlingtonians with Intellectual Disabilities or Developmental Disabilities through career readiness or community engagement. Wanda L. Pierce, Executive Director of Arlington Community Foundation, noted, “The grants awarded this year reflect the work of exceptional nonprofits and educators in the Arlington community and the commitment of the Arlington Community Foundation to support their work. Our newest competitive grant program through the Fund for ID/DD is the latest example of how the Foundation helps donors support the most impactful efforts in the areas that they care about the most.” MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY
Marymount to be Honored by World Affairs Council The World Affairs Council of Washington, D.C., will honor Marymount University with its Educator of the Year Award at the annual Global Education HONORS: Gala on March 29. The award, which recognizes the university’s commitment to global education, will be accepted by Marymount President Matthew D. Shank. “It is a tremendous honor for, and testament to, our dedicated faculty, staff and students who strive daily to achieve the values of our vision that include intellectual curiosity, service to others and global perspective,” Dr. Shank said. Marymount has students from 66 countries. International students make up 12 percent of its student body. Another way Marymount helps its students develop a global perspective – one of the three Common Ground tenets mentioned by Dr. Shank – is by offering a wide variety of study abroad opportunities. The school’s popular Center for Global Education reports that during the 2014-15 academic year, MU students studied, volunteered and interned abroad in 38 countries. In addition, it offered 22 short-term faculty-led programs to 18 countries. In addition, U.S. News & World Report ranked Marymount second for ethnic diversity among Regional Universities in the South for 2017, a list that identifies colleges where students are most likely to encounter undergraduates from racial or ethnic groups different from their own.
AUTO AND INDUSTRIAL
ATLAS COMMERCIAL SERVICES, LLC
Carlos Ertin 900 N. Randolph St, Suite 100 Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: (703) 528-8661 E-mail: carlose@advancecarrental.com Web Address: www.atlascommercialserv.com Sponsor: Charles Clohan, Dittmar Company Atlas Commercial Services uses experienced personnel and a fleet of ride on sweepers to provide the best in commercial garage sweeping. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
OPPTIV LLC
Keary Crawford 1001 North 19th Street 12th Floor Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: (703) 217-9236 E-mail: kcrawford@opptiv.com Web Address: www.opptiv.com Sponsor: Staff Portfolio Management & governance for research, brand and capital-intensives organizations.
MEMBERS IN THE NEWS NEW MEMBERS
A R L I N G TO N C O M M U N I T Y F O U N DAT I O N
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
CONSULTING
MICHAEL BLADES & ASSOCIATES, LTD.
Michael Blades 5409 Rapidan Court Lothian, MD 20711 Phone: (410) 798-8504 E-mail: mblades@elevatormba.com Web Address: www.elevatormba.com Sponsor: Charles Clohan, Dittmar Company MBA provides tailored solutions to help clients undertake and successfully complete elevator and escalator projects on time and within budget. CONSULTING
PRECISION SALES CONSULTING (SANDLER TRAINING OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA)
Nema Semnani 2121 N Westmoreland Street #249 Arlington, VA 22213 Phone: (202) 577-4387 E-mail: nema.semnani@sandler.com Web Address: www.precision.sandler.com Sponsor: Staff Professional development and training for sales and management professionals. We help successful clients optimize their sales initiatives.
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DATA EFFECTIVENESS
Andrew Patricio 6062 Munson Hill Road Falls Church, VA 22044 Phone: (571) 216-2003 E-mail: andrew.patricio@dataeffectiveness. com Web Address: www.dataeffectiveness.com Sponsor: Christine Searle, Searle Business Solutions Offering a pragmatic approach to technology to help increase the return on your investment in data. We meet you where you are to get you were you need to be.
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NEW MEMBERS ANNUAL MEETING REVIEW
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS
AWESOME WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS (AWE)
Karen Bate 1116 N Roosevelt Street Arlington, VA 22205 Phone: (703) 402-2672 E-mail: info@awesomewomen.org Web Address: www.awesomewomen.org Sponsor: Staff AWE is for women entrepreneurs to network, collaborate and support one another through small group gatherings in members' homes or local businesses.
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS
NO HEALTH WITHOUT MENTAL HEALTH (NHMH), INC.
Florence Fee 3835 9th St, N Suite 502W Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: (415) 279-2192 E-mail: florencefee@nhmh.org Web Address: www.nhmh.org Sponsor: Naina Singh, United Bank No Health without Mental Health is an emerging social marketing and communications venture whose mission is to redefine society’s understanding of “health,” to include mental health.
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
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VERDE POINTE
Kara Swieconek 1947 N. Uhle St Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: (703) 351-1400 E-mail: kswieconek@mcaffereyinterests.com Web Address: www.verdepointe.com Sponsor: Staff Luxury brand new Class-A residential community. Elevate your life at Verde Pointe.
RETAIL AND RESTAURANTS
CUPCAKE CARTEL
Janelle Marie Phone: (703) 867-2231 E-mail: info@cupcakecarteldc.com Web Address: www.cupcakecarteldc.com Sponsor: David Isaacson, Beach Geeks, Inc. The idea is simple - to create memorable experiences for all of our customers. We offer a gourmet twist on an old favorite -cupcakes!
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Congratulations to the 2016 Award Winners 2016 Chair Todd Yeatts of The Boeing Company and Chamber President & CEO Kate Bates honored those who significantly contributed to the Chamber's successes in 2016 with a presentation of the annual awards. President's Award - Todd Ihrig of H.D. Vest Investment Services The prestigious President's Award, sponsored by 395 Express Lanes, was presented to Todd Ihrig of H.D. Vest Investments. Todd is the first member in the history of the Arlington Chamber to receive this honor twice, having first received this honor in 1999. He has been a member of the Chamber for 17 years, and is active in other community-service organizations, including service as Board Chair of the A-SPAN. Chair's Award - Crystal City Sports Pub Crystal City Sports Pub was honored with the Chair's Award, which was accepted by co-owner and General Manager, John Finlay. The sports pub has been a high level sponsor for the Chamber, serving as co-grand sponsor of the Gala, as well as a sponsor of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) and Valor Awards. Crystal City Sports Pub provides in kind support, including hosting a Business After Business and a Board of Directors meeting. John is an active member of the Board of Directors, where he generously contributes his time, and often refers prospective members to the Chamber. A past Best Business Award winner, the pub supports a number of Chamber nonprofit members and works to make a positive impact on Arlington. Committee of the Year Award - Community Action Committee The Committee of the Year Award, sponsored by Argosy University, was presented to the Community Action Committee, co-chaired by Linda Kelleher of Culpepper Garden and Meg Rapelye of Phoenix Bikes. The Community Action Committee raises the business community's awareness of nonprofit organizations by connecting Chamber business members with more than 90 nonprofit members. This year, members organized and implemented three nonprofit education forums that provided opportunities to create meaningful partnerships between Arlington’s nonprofit and businesses. This group annually produces Volunteer Arlington Day, which this year attracted over 180 volunteers serving 17 nonprofit sites. Special Thanks to Our Annual Meeting Sponsors
Grand Sponsor
Committee of the Year Award Sponsor Argosy University, Washington D.C. President's Award Sponsor 395 Express Lanes Premier Sponsors A-SPAN Bean, Kinney & Korman, P.C. George Mason University John Marshall Bank Linden Resources The Boeing Company United Bank Washington Workplace Patron Sponsors Beach Geeks, Inc. | Donna Hamaker - Buck & Associates Doorways for Women and Families | Graham Holdings Company Jay E. Reiner, CPA, PLLC | Todd Ihrig - H.D. Vest Investment Services
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2017 Executive Committee Tina Walker, Chair Lindsey Rheaume, Chair-elect Todd Yeatts, Immediate Past Chair Kevin Shooshan, Past Chair Kate Bates, President & CEO Scott Ritter, Treasurer John Gallagher, Assistant Treasurer Shannon Bailey, Vice Chair - Communications David Kinney, Vice Chair – Business Advocacy Joe Prentice, Vice Chair - Member Affairs David Isaacson, Vice Chair - Membership Development Charles Clohan, Vice Chair – Community Engagement
2017 Board of Directors (continued) Michael Garcia, State Farm Insurance Nancy Goodman-Thevoz, A Main Event Caterers Brian Gordon, Apartment and Office Building Association Donna Hamaker, Buck & Associates Greg Hamilton, Arlington Magazine Daniel Hoff, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Todd Ihrig, H.D. Vest Investment Services David Isaacson, Beach Geeks, Inc. Sonia Johnston, John Marshall Bank David Kinney, Kinco, LC Tina Leone, Ballston Business Improvement District Tad Lunger, McGuireWoods LLC Pinkie Dent Mayfield, Graham Holdings Company 2017 Board of Directors Greta Menard, Capital MarCom Shannon Bailey, Global Thinking Greg Mullan, George Mason Mortgage, LLC Kate Bates, Arlington Chamber of Commerce Dr. Patrick Murphy, Arlington Public Schools Lucy Bowen McCauley, Bowen McCauley Dance Robb Parker, Vornado/ Charles E Smith Beth Borowski, CNA Joe Prentice, State Department Federal Credit Union Mary-Claire Burick, Rosslyn Business Improvement District Lindsey Rheaume, Eagle Bank Linda Chandler, Linden Resources, Inc. Scott Ritter, United Bank Crystal Christmas-Watson, Crystal City Marriott David Rowley, Minuteman Press Charles Clohan, Dittmar Company James Ryerson, Marymount University David DeCamp, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Marie Schuler, Comcast Cable Communications Col. Patrick Duggan, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Kevin Shooshan, The Shooshan Company Hall John Snedden, ROCKLANDS Barbeque and Grilling John Finlay, Crystal City Sports Pub Company Amanda Fischer, Grade A Marketing Adrian Stanton, Virginia Hospital Center Michael Foster, MTFA Architecture Darren Tully, Freedom Bank Bill Fogarty, Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh PC Tina Walker, BAE Systems Angela Fox, Crystal City Business Improvement District Todd Yeatts, The Boeing Company Betsy Frantz, Leadership Center for Excellence Mark Zetlin, Mercedes - Benz of Arlington Andy Fuhrmann, Clark Construction John Gallagher, Energesco Mechanical
2016 Chair Todd Yeatts, 2017 Chair Tina Walker, and 2018 Chair Lindsey Rheaume
Community Action Committee co-chairs Meg Rapelye and Linda Kelleher accepting the 2016 Committee of the Year Award
Todd Ihrig of H.D. Vest Investments accepting the 2016 President's Award
John Finlay accepting the 2016 Chair's Award on behalf of Crystal City Sports Pub
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CHAMBER SCENE SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST
CHAMBER SCENE T H E
CHAMBER SCENE NOVEMBER - DECEMBER
Your Chamber in the Community In many ways, the success of Arlington is directly tied to the success of its business community, and the success of the Arlington Chamber is directly tied to its membership base. This is why the Chamber's Directors, staff and members are dedicated to supporting community events and happenings. Below are a few highlights of the events our staff and Board members participated in on behalf of the Chamber. November 10 – Kate Bates attended Marymount University’s President’s Circle Dinner. November 14 – Kate Bates attended an Executive Board Luncheon with Virginia Chamber of Commerce CEO Barry DuVall, hosted by 2013 Chamber Chair David DeCamp. 2016 Chair Todd Yeatts of The Boeing Company and 2017 Chair Tina Walker of BAE Systems also joined Kate in representing the Arlington Chamber. November 15 – Kate Bates attended a wine tasting hosted by the Leadership Center for Excellence.
Alex Held joins members of the Leadership Center for Excellence at the Future of Greater Washington event.
December 3 – Mike Rosenow attended in the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run. December 5 – Mike Rosenow spoke at a luncheon held by the Art Institute of Washington, which recognized the school’s Honor Roll students for their hard work and success this semester. December 7 – Mike Rosenow attended the Bisnow State of Arlington and Alexandria County event, featuring presenters from the Ballston, Crystal City, and Rosslyn BIDs and Victor Hoskins of Arlington Economic Development. The “Future of Arlington County” panel was moderated by Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh PC and featured Monday Properties, The Shooshan Company, and Forest City. December 7 – Kate Bates, Mike Rosenow, Tina Bennett, and Hannah Dannenfelser attended Arlington Premiere, co-hosted by Arlington Economic Development and the Ballston, Crystal City, and Rosslyn BIDs. December 8 – Kate Bates attended the Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council Meeting.
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December 13 – Alex Held attended the NOVA Rollout State of the Commonwealth hosted by the Virginia Chamber Foundation. December 14 – Alex Held spoke at Arlington Business & Civic Circle’s monthly meeting about the Chamber and the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!).
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST # S H O P A R L
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST
Congratulations to Our Winner! The Chamber would like to thank everyone that participated in our #ShopARL Social Media Contest! We saw a ton of great posts throughout this fun competition that showcased many of the great Chamber member businesses, while encouraging people across the community to support local business. The winner of the #ShopARL Social Media Contest is Karen Bate of KB Concepts PR! Karen posted a number of photos on Facebook and Instagram over the course of the competition at Chamber events and while working with other member businesses. We appreciate Karen's commitment to promoting Arlington business and are proud to reward her as the winner of this year's competition! As the prize, Karen will get to choose between free admission to every 2017 Business After Business or one year of free advertising on the Chamber's website.
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Though the competition may have ended, we encourage our members to continue to create buzz on social media. Post your photos on social media using #ShopARL and tag the Chamber each time you visit, shop, refer a friend, or attend a meeting at a Chamber member business, and you could be featured on the Chamber's social media pages, in our weekly e-newsletter or in the Arlingtonian!
By Lisa Fikes, Director of Volunteer Arlington at Leadership Center for Excellence
We ask this question in jest, since it is clear on so many levels that individuals of all ages, organizations of all types, and businesses of all sizes truly do care in Arlington County! In the short time since the Leadership Center for Excellence was awarded the contract to manage Volunteer Arlington, it has been exciting and inspiring to meet with people and groups who are already making such a difference in this community. Volunteerism, the practice of sharing one’s time and talent with worthwhile activities, is a win/win for all involved. In addition to a need being filled or justice being served, those who have ever entered that magical space knows that hearts can be changed and filled from putting someone else before we put ourselves. Lives and communities can be transformed in these moments of both giving and receiving. At Volunteer Arlington, we want to serve as a “hub” in connecting caring volunteers with the numerous and ever-changing opportunities that are available.
NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT
Who Cares?
CUBA GETAWAY
NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT
The volunteer movement is already alive and well in Arlington! But our job will not be done until all are invited and have the resources to be a part of the spirit of volunteerism! We invite you to visit our new website, volunteer.leadercenter.org, which is a Volunteer Management tool allowing individuals and groups to browse our partner organizations and sign up for opportunities that are of interest and work with their individual schedule. We know that there are many caring people who want to help, but they might not know where to start their search. We genuinely hope you start with us! Leadership Center for Excellence, an outgrowth of Leadership Arlington, was awarded the contract for Volunteer Arlington by the Arlington County Government in June of 2016. Volunteer Arlington connects individuals, groups, nonprofits and businesses in an effort to promote volunteerism.
CHAMBER TRAVEL PROGRAM
The Arlington Chamber Commerce is excited to partner with Chamber Explorations and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce to send travelers on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to explore Cuba, a country where time has stood still. From May 17-21, 2017, participants can travel to Cuba with business colleagues, family, and community members. Cuba Getaway travelers will visit sights such as Ernest Hemingway's farm, the Museum of the Revolution, and a Havana cigar factory. Travelers will also have the opportunity to meet with the local Old Style Car Club owners and learn why Havana's streets are filled with vintage American automobiles and what it takes to keep them on the road.
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2017 Cuba Getaway Announced
The trip package includes: • Flights from Miami to and from Cuba • Four nights first class hotel accommodations • Bilingual Cuban Tour Guide • Itinerary Interactions & Admissions • Eight meals - three breakfasts, three lunches, two dinners • Cuban medical insurance • Deluxe Air Conditioned Motorcoach • And more! The Cuba Getaway rate is $3,495 for Chamber members, their families, and guests. The rate for prospective members is $3,695. To register, download the Cuba Getaway 2017 Registration Form on the Travel Program page on the Chamber's website. The final registration deadline is February 1. The Chamber is offering a free Cuba Getaway information session on Wednesday, January 4, led by the tour operator. For questions, contact Hannah Dannenfelser at chamber@arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400.
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SHOPCHAMBER YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ACADEMY
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ACADEMY (YEA!) C A L L
FOR YEA! MENTORS
6 Weeks Supporting Youth Entrepreneurship As 2016 draws to a close and we welcome another year, many of you may be thinking of New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps your resolution is to work out more, eat less junk food, or even check off an item on your bucket list. However, if your resolution is to give back to your community, then a wonderful opportunity to do so is by supporting youth entrepreneur development by becoming a mentor for students in our Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), a 30 week after school program where middle and high school students launch their own business. The Arlington Chamber’s YEA! program is looking for community oriented business leaders to support the future business leaders of Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) Class of 2017 tomorrow to mentor one-on-one once a week for 90 minutes. As a mentor for YEA!, you will directly impact the life of a middle and high school student seeking to start their own business. Not only will you provide them feedback on their business plan and concept, but you will also help them prepare for the YEA! Investor Panel Event on March 30 by coaching them through developing a winning investor panel presentation. Many mentors that have volunteered in years past have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and have continued their relationship with their mentee once the program ends. The dates for the mentor visits are: • January 11 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • January 18 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • January 25 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • February 1 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • February 8 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. • February 15 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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Mentors are thoroughly trained, and there are two training dates available along with one-on-one training available. For more information about becoming a YEA! mentor, please contact YEA! Program Manager, Alex Held at aheld@ arlingtonchamber.org or (703) 525-2400. The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is made possible thanks to our sponsors, including: Premier Sponsor Innovation Sponsor University Sponsor
SHOPCHAMBER Thank you to everyone who supported the Chamber's Retail & Restaurant members during the month of December! Please support the Chamber's Financial Services members during the month of January. A complete list of members can be found on the Chamber website in the Business Directory. Create buzz online! Use #ShopARL on social media every time you shop at a member retail location, attend an event at a member business, or refer a friend to a Chamber business. The first Friday of each month is ShopChamber Friday!
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JANUARY Financial Services
The Arlington Chamber spoke out against the Arlington County Board's passage of the "second signature" amendment, which requires a second authorization in order to remove vehicles that are illegally parked on private property. Despite efforts by the Chamber and opposition by people across the business community, the amendment was approved by the Board in December. The Chamber took decided action to urge the Board to reject the amendment, with Chamber President & CEO Kate Bates testifying twice before the Arlington County Board in opposition to the second signature requirement. The Chamber also wrote numerous letters to the County Board, explaining how the costly, burdensome second signature requirement would hamper the ability of businesses to keep parking areas clear and available to their employees, visitors, and customers and would deteriorate the level of service provided to businesses by towing contractors. In addition, the Chamber held a number of meeting with County Board members, County staff, and relevant stakeholders.
Kate Bates joins WJLA to discuss the
second signature amendment The Chamber reiterates its willingness to work collaboratively with the County to find a real solution that will actually fix these issues. The Chamber will continue to push back against the second signature requirement, while working towards a practical, fair solution both locally and in Richmond to protect and empower Arlington businesses.
BUSINESS ADVOCACY
Chamber on Passage of Second Signature Requirement
ARLINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
BUSINESS ADVOCACY
Additional business advocacy updates include: • November 22 – Kate Bates attended the Regional Economic Development Strategy Working Group • December 5 – Kate Bates attended the Northern Virginia Business Organization Pre-Session Meeting • December 13 – Kate Bates attended the Economic Development Commission Meeting
ARLINGTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Arlington Premiere Honors New and Growing Businesses by Cara O'Donnell, Public Relations Manager, Arlington Economic Development
As many as two hundred members of Arlington’s business community were on hand to celebrate the County’s business environment and honor new companies at Arlington Premiere, a special networking reception from Arlington Economic Development designed to honor new businesses in the County and provide them with the opportunity to meet and network with other business leaders and community organizations and resources throughout Arlington. The reception, held at startup incubator 1776 in Crystal City, was sponsored by the Crystal City BID and Arlington Magazine. As many as 60 new businesses in Arlington were represented at the event.
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Members can be involved in shaping policy positions through the Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee. To be added to the distribution list, email chamber@arlingtonchamber.org.
The evening was also a celebration of Arlington business success – particularly for fast-growing companies. AED honored the “Arlington Fast Four” – the fastest-growing companies in the County in several revenue categories. Clarendon retail startup Nicecream Factory, information management consulting company Enterprise Knowledge, Ballston software company Convoke and Ballston-based Deep Learning Analytics (a repeat winner from 2015) were all chosen as Arlington’s Fastest Growing Companies. Arlington Premiere is presented twice a year by AED to honor and welcome Arlington’s newest members of the business community and to offer those new business owners the chance to learn about the many resources and opportunities available to them in Arlington. Editor's Note: The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is proud to serve as a supporting partner for this event. The Chamber's Kate Bates, Mike Rosenow, Tina Bennett, and Hannah Dannenfelser were in attendance at Arlington Premiere on December 7.
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