August 16, 2022
UPCOMING EVENTS
Northern Virginia Workforce Network
August 23rd | 2-3PM
7th Annual Northern Virginia Regional Elected Leaders Summit
August 25th | 8-10AM 
partner event
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking
August 25th | 11AM - 1PM
2022 Annual State of Transportation
September 1st | 8:30-10:30AM
Greater Washington Apprentice Network
September 6th | 2-3PM
Distinguished Service Awards
September 13th | 7:30-9:30AM
Northern Virginia Champions for Accountability
September 15th | 8:30-10:30AM
NOVA DEI Connects
September 20th | 2-3PM
MEMBER BLOG POST
Let’s Talk Leadership: Tackling a Challenging Workplace Statistic
by Chamber member, Matthews, Carter & Boyce
According to recent Gallup research on employee engagement, only 36% of U.S. employees are engaged in their work and workplace. Gallup tracks employee engagement trends by surveying the working population about issues that affect organizational outcomes, including profitability, productivity, customer service, retention, safety and overall wellbeing.

Research reflects that disengaged employees tend to be poorly managed. It is incumbent on organizational leaders to both set expectations, and support managers in the development of skills and competencies required to improve their effectiveness. The productivity and wellness advantages of being able to connect with, inspire and engage colleagues have been well-documented.

Research also shows that the best leaders know when to “get out of the way” to motivate those around them. Leaders who openly admit they don’t always have all the answers tend to better inspire their teams to step up, participate and engage in ways that benefit everyone. Their job is not to do all the work themselves, but “to get the work done.”

Furthermore, smart leaders hire people who are smarter than themselves. Great leaders ask a lot of questions of their team members and they inspire their teams to be better problem solvers themselves, instead of always going to leadership to solve problems. 

"Good leaders offer the opportunity to be a 'co-partner' with a team member, bringing support and encouragement when that colleague...
IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL
UPCOMING EVENTS
Vaccination Requirement: Upon review of both the CDC guidance on community levels of COVID-19 and its website listings showing our own Northen Virginia counties' positive case percentages, the Chamber has removed its proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Additionally, the Chamber will no longer require masks be worn. You are welcome to wear a mask if that makes you comfortable. 
 
As always, if you are sick or feel you are getting sick, we ask that you please stay home.
 
The Chamber will continue to follow COVID-19 guidance from local health departments and the CDC for in person events.
Northern Virginia Workforce Network - August
August 23rd | 2-3PM | Virtual, Free
Are you interested in finding innovative solutions to our region’s workforce challenges? Please join us for the inaugural meeting of the NOVA Workforce Network on August 23rd. The NOVA Workforce Network is an inclusive and collaborative community of workforce professionals and others interested in workforce innovation. The August meeting will feature Jill Kaneff of the Northern Virginia Regional Commission presenting key learnings from the State of the Region report. This important research, published in mid-July, provides details on the state of Northern Virginia’s economic recovery and the economic transformation the region has undergone and will need to be prepared to undergo for the long term because of the impact of COVID-19. All are welcome to attend.
7th Annual Northern Virginia Regional Elected Leaders Summit
August 25th | 8-10AM | George Mason University Van Metre Hall
Use discount code "NOVACOC Discount"
The 7th Annual Regional Elected Leaders Summit gives Northern Virginia's business leaders the opportunity to learn about the economic growth of our region and discover how the local jurisdictions in Northern Virginia are working together for the betterment of our regional economy. Leaders of Northern Virginia’s localities will discuss issues including the region's workforce, housing, and transportation network. The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is hosting this summit with premier partner, the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and co-hosts, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, Prince William Chamber of Commerce, and Northern Virginia Regional Commission.
partner event
Virtual Rocket Pitch + Power Networking by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network
August 25th | 11AM-1PM | Virtual
CONNECTpreneur Virtual Rocket Pitch events are the World's Largest investor pitch events, with the largest attendance of accredited investors, VCs, private investors and angels.
2022 Annual State of Transportation
September 1st | 8:30-10:30AM | Chamber Offices
Join the Chamber for a look into the future of mobility at the Annual State of Transportation on September 1st, held at the Chamber. We've assembled a panel of future-focused business leaders from across the spectrum of companies forging new paths into the technology-driven world of mobility. 

SPEAKERS INCLUDE: 
  • Dr. Paula Dowell, Associate Vice President and National Consultant for Integrated Planning at HNTB; 
  • Jennifer Foote, Senior Vice President of Business Development at BEEP;
  • Renee Hamilton, Chief Executive Officer, TRIP II, Dulles Greenway;
  • Cathy McGhee, Chief Deputy Commissioner, VDOT; and 
  • Arya Rohani, National Intelligent Transportation & Emerging Mobility Practice Leader at HNTB. 
Greater Washington Apprentice Network - September
September 6th | 2-3PM | Virtual, Free
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.
2022 Distinguished Service Awards
September 13th | 7:30-9:30AM | Army Navy Country Club
KEYNOTE: Craig Crenshaw
Virginia Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:
Glenn Yarborough, President and Chief
Executive Officer, WGY & Associates, LL

The Distinguished Service Awards are dedicated to honoring successful veteran-owned businesses and service organizations in the Greater Washington business community that have demonstrated strong business performance and who have made meaningful contributions to help Veterans succeed. The awards are presented to individuals, companies, and non-profit organizations in recognition of community stewardship and business leadership. The awards will be given out in the following categories: Veteran-Owned Business of the Year, Veteran Service Organization of the Year, and Veteran Employee of the Year.
Northern Virginia Champions for Accountability
September 15th | 8:30-10:30AM | MITRE (Robb Auditorium), Virtual Option Available
The Chamber and the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia have partnered together to create the Northern Virginia Champions for Accountability, a DEI research project. Our inaugural event will cover DEI in our region, including a reveal of key learnings from this important regional DEI research followed by a dynamic panel discussion with the members of the Champions for Accountability Task Force, comprised of Chief Diversity Officers, sharing their reactions to the key findings as well as best practices and recommendations for companies who want to foster an environment of diversity and inclusion. To top it off, this event will also include recognition of companies who have earned the Champions for Accountability Badge.
NOVA DEI Connects - September
September 20th | 2-3PM | Virtual, Free
SPEAKER: Dawnita Wilson, Vice President, Diversity + Inclusion, JBG Smith

The NOVA DEI Connects is an inclusive and collaborative community of members who seek to share, learn, and implement best practices in diversity, equity and inclusion in their employee culture, talent development, and employee recruiting and retention. NOVA DEI Connects welcomes all members interested in advancing their knowledge and understanding of successful DEI strategies to join us and each other in this opportunity.
Each month the network will meet via Zoom to speak with a leader who will share their DEI best practices and programs. All are welcome.
KEEP CURRENT WITH
MEMBER NEWS
Speakers and sponsors announced for Deltek ProjectCon 2022. This year’s annual user conference will feature Nina Sossamon-Pogue as host and keynote speakers Erica Dhawan and Deltek CEO Mike Corkery. Learn more here.

Led by Darden's DEI leadership experts, Leading Diversity, November 1st-4th, provides an immersive workshop to share challenges and best practices, perfect leadership styles and build a supportive peer community. Features a custom project and wellness practices to build resilience. Learn more here.
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