February 1, 2022
UPCOMING EVENTS
Greater Washington Apprentice Network February Employer Briefing
February 1st | 2-3PM
Member Speed Networking
February 8th | 2:30-4PM
partner event
Shape of the Region
March 15th | 8AM - 12PM | In-Person at Capital One Hall and Virtual
ADVOCACY UPDATE
Are you keeping current with Virginia's 2022 General Assembly?
Beginning in mid-January each year, the eyes of Virginia's business and legislative worlds fully focus on Richmond and the state's General Assembly. It is during these weeks that bills are introduced and decisions made that potentially affect Virginia's citizens and employers. The importance of this time cannot be overstated, which is why the Chamber maintains a full-time presence in Richmond throughout the length of the General Assembly.

Our own VP Government Relations, Clayton Medford, is in Richmond presenting the Chamber's Legislative Agenda and attending the Assembly on our members' behalf. He will report each week's happenings in a summary that we'll be posting to our website, here.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Mid-Atlantic Innovation Celebration Awards Application Period Open Until March 25th
Submit your 1-2 minute application video by March 25th for the region’s zaniest event showcasing great minds and business creativity. We’re looking for any and all innovations that have made a positive business impact. It’s up to you to show us what that looks like and why it should be celebrated. Apply here. 

IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL
UPCOMING EVENTS
Vaccination Requirement: The safety of our members and guests is always of the utmost importance. The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce requires all staff, members and guests who attend our events to be fully vaccinated. All attendees will be asked to provide their physical COVID-19 vaccine card, a photo of vaccination card, or Health Pass by CLEAR. For additional details see our individual registration pages.
The Greater Washington Apprentice Network February Employer Briefing
February 1st | 2-3PM | Virtual 
The Greater Washington Apprentice Network (GWAN) brings together employers, academic institutions, public and private sectors. Employers gain access to best practices from organizational peers, sources of prospective apprentice candidates, support services, academic institutions, and training resources. The GWAN meets on the first Tuesday of each month for an Employer Briefing.
Members Speed Networking
February 8th | 2:30-4PM | Chamber Office
It's hard to make connections without first networking! Our Speed Networking events hold the power to increase your business circle within a short period of time. During each session, members will meet face-to-face while exchanging business cards and valuable information about their business. Come join our business networking event and cultivate a long-lasting business relationship that will allow you to: 
  • Maximize your time by putting you in front of several companies in one setting
  • Do more than just pass a card - Network one-on-one
  • Expand your network and increase your circle of influence
  • Perfect your 30-second pitch
  • Fun and fast-paced
partner event
Shape of the Region
March 15th | 8AM - 12PM | In-Person at Capital One Hall and Virtual
A survey from Fall 2021 indicates that an estimated 545,000 adults in Northern Virginia (28%) are experiencing symptoms of clinical anxiety or depression, a sharp increase from pre-pandemic times. But complex barriers to basic mental health services—to therapy, helpful medications, and early interventions—abound.

Join us and our panel of state and national experts for a candid discussion of the challenges of accessing basic mental health services in Northern Virginia, and what innovative ideas and opportunities may exist to address this critical issue that impacts us all.

MEMBER NEWS
J. Darrel Barros joins Shulman Rogers in support of NEXT, the Firm’s platform for startup and emerging growth companies. Darrel is a senior business executive and attorney with vast experience in finance and business consulting. Previously, Darrel led an early-stage communications and media-focused venture capital fund with $250M under management. Learn more here.
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Doing Business is the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce's weekly e-newsletter focused on member-relevant news, Council Series updates, and upcoming events. Each month we will feature advocacy updates, a message from our President & CEO, and member-written blog posts. Subscription sign-up and past issues may be found on our website.
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