April 30, 2024

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Paying Tribute to NVC's Women Leaders

NVC’s Board of Directors consists of 60 members, over a third of whom are women. They have all achieved many inspirational milestones in their careers that deserve to be recognized and celebrated. According to Grant Thorton Statistics, only 26% of all CEOs and managing directors were women in 2021, compared to only 15% in 2019. NVC recognizes that the Region continues to have challenges within our workforce that need to be addressed in order to grow. We are committed to creating a diverse community, representing all walks of life regardless of identity.

 

We recently asked a few women on the NVC board a series of questions about their growth and development as leading professionals in the Region. They delved into their thoughts on leadership and spoke to our younger workforce, including ways to mitigate hardships.

 

Our special interviewees include Mary-Claire Burick, President, Rosslyn Business Improvement District; Ruth Ann Clarke, Managing Director, JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Suzan Cengiz, Chief Performance Officer, LMI; Kathryn Falk, Vice President, Market Leader Northern Virginia Operations, Cox Communications; and Kelly Schlageter, Executive Vice President, and Chief People Officer, Acentra Health.

Read the Q&A

NEWS YOU CAN USE

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Submit your Stories by May 22nd for Positively NOVA!'s Summer Edition!

Our Chamber member community has proven its generosity time and again through donations and give-back efforts, and we want to showcase that good work in both our upcoming Positively NOVA! summer edition and our website! We will also feature our members' stories at our Annual Members' Meeting on June 6th.


Help us spread goodwill by letting us share your story with the world! Send a 2-3 paragraph write-up, at least one photo from the effort, and your logo to communications@novachamber.org by May 22nd for inclusion in this special issue.

IN PERSON

UPCOMING SIGNATURE EVENTS

C-Suite Roundtable

May 1st | 11:15AM-1PM | The Tower Club

Members only event

Join us for an engaging roundtable luncheon on May 1st, when we welcome Amry Junaideen, Greater Washington Market Leader of Deloitte, as he shares insights into two pivotal aspects of contemporary workplace dynamics: employee engagement in the hybrid work era and Deloitte's approach to leadership development, including the crucial role of mentorship.

 

Our C-Suite Roundtables are for Chamber members and by invitation only. Please contact Carmen Sevilla, Chamber Director of Membership, if you'd like to attend this or other C-Suite Roundtable events.

Young Professionals Meet-Up

May 7th | 4-6PM | Patsy's American

Members only event

NVC is pleased to invite you to the Spring Meet-up specifically for our business community's Young Professionals. Join us for happy hour at Patsy's American at the Bar in the Back. Registration is free, with snacks provided and a cash bar. 

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C-Suite Roundtable

May 22nd | 11:15AM-1PM | The Tower Club

Members only event

What are the current economic and geopolitical headwinds, increased global demand and technology innovation that government contracting leaders need to monitor today? Join us on May 22nd as we host RSM’s Government Contracting Senior Analyst, Luis Avila, who will lead our next roundtable discussion. Participants will gain valuable insight on how government contractors are navigating these challenges and gain insider knowledge to design strategies to unlock business value.

 

Our C-Suite Roundtables are for Chamber members and by invitation only. Please contact Carmen Sevilla, Chamber Director of Membership, if you'd like to attend this or other C-Suite Roundtable events.

Small Business Advocacy Meeting

May 30th | 8:30-10AM | Chamber Office

Members only event

Navigating legislative landscapes poses unique hurdles for small businesses and their proprietors, especially during Virginia's General Assembly sessions and within local boards and municipalities. We invite you to our inaugural gathering tailored for small business owners, stakeholders, and advocates to hear pressing issues. Learn about the advocacy efforts that the Chamber has made to support a business-friendly ecosystem in the Commonwealth. Your active participation is key in shaping policies that directly impact on our small business community. Join us in making our voices heard!

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NOVA VetNet: Finding Purpose Through Continued Service in the Workplace and Our Community

June 4th | 4:30-7PM | Hope For The Warriors/Kilroy's

Partner event

Join us for a tour of Hope For The Warriors' new office space. Afterwards we will convene at Kilroy's Pub and Restaurant, just a couple blocks away from Hope For The Warriors Head Quarters.  

Hope For The Warriors co-founder and CEO,  Robin Kelleher, and Retired Army Colonel Greg Gadson, actor, entrepreneur and author, will discuss how working with nonprofits can help Veteran and Military Spouse business owners and employees can turn their passions into purpose through simple employee engagement strategies and individual actions outside of work with family and friends. Greg will sign copies of his book, "Finding Waypoints: A Warrior's Journey to Peace and Purpose." NOVA VetNet is brought to you in partnership with ZeroMils.

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Annual Members' Meeting

June 6th | 8-10AM | Westwood Country Club

Members only event

Where our Region’s leadership connects, celebrates our collective achievements, and passes the torch to a new Board Chairman, the Annual Members' Meeting is an extraordinary event, that can’t be missed! While we honor the Region’s business leaders whose efforts have made a positive impact, attendees are given the chance to mingle with them. This members-only event is a must-attend business connection opportunity, featuring a who's who of Regional leadership.

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Healthcare in 2024 and Beyond: Navigating Growth and Transformation

June 25th | 8:30-10:30AM | Westwood Country Club

Members only event

How will the healthcare sector pivot in the face of technology's relentless march, transformational shifts, and unprecedented challenges? As 2024 unfolds, the sector stands at a crossroads, with its trajectory shaped by recent tumultuous years. McKinsey's 2024 healthcare outlook sheds light on the impact of labor shortages, inflation, and endemic COVID-19, yet reveals a path to resilience and growth. Join local Chamber healthcare leaders and McKinsey Partner, Jennifer Fowkes, for an in-person roundtable event focused on what healthcare will look like in the coming years ahead. 

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VIRTUAL

UPCOMING MONTHLY EVENTS

Greater Washington Apprentice Network

May 7th | 2-3PM

Featured Speaker: Flore Dorcely-Mohr, Manager, Campus & Early Careers Recruiting, Maximus

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Chamber 101 - members only event

May 14th | 12-1PM

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DEI Connects - members only event

Featured Speaker: Kimberly Highsmith, Executive Director, Diversity, Equity &

Inclusion and Human Resources Compliance, ManTech

May 21st | 2-3PM

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MEMBER NEWS

The results of Deltek’s 15th Annual Clarity Government Contracting Industry Study are in! Join us on May 7th as we take a first look at the survey findings! During this executive roundtable, Deltek’s government contracting experts will review industry-focused benchmarks, key trends and market conditions contractors are facing. Learn more here.


Looking to get your company involved in an event focused on health that also attracts legal industry giants? Or achieve your personal best on our scenic course! Join the American Heart Association on May 18th for the Lawyers Have Heart 10K, 5K and Fun Walk in DC. This race is family-friendly and open to all runners and walkers with big hearts. Learn more here.

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