April 12, 2022
UPCOMING EVENTS
Speed Networking
April 12th | 2:30-4PM
Greater Washington Apprentice Network 1-Year Anniversary Event
April 18th | 3-5PM
Greater Washington Apprentice Network May Employer Briefing
May 3rd | 2-3PM
Annual State of
Healthcare in the Region
May 4th | 8:30-10:30AM
2022 Mid-Atlantic Innovation Celebration
May 12th | 6-9PM
2022 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Nominations
Apply by June 3rd
The Workforce of the Future is Here – and it’s Hybrid
This article by Jonathan Hunley is featured in the Spring issue of the Chamber's quarterly member magazine, The Business Voice.
The scene has become familiar: an office fashioned out of a space that definitely wasn’t supposed to be an office, maybe a base of operations at the dining-room table, or a seat on the couch with a laptop at the ready. Throw in some kids and a dog, and you have the modern workplace, courtesy of COVID-19.

Yes, remote working became a regular feature of American society when the coronavirus was raging and businesses were shut down, not simply a fringe benefit for some employees but a necessity for nearly everyone.

But just because a lot of workers have been given the green light to go back to the office doesn’t mean they all will. Nope. The hybrid workforce, with its combination of some wage earners in a central location and others logging in remotely, is here to stay, said Brooke Weddle, a partner in the Washington office of management consulting firm McKinsey & Company.

A number of employees want to continue in the hybrid mode because they like the flexibility it offers, and, indeed, with a cellphone and a Wi-Fi connection, you can do most jobs from anywhere.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Aon to host Greater Washington Apprentice Network's 1-year anniversary event; all are invited
On April 18th, join The Greater Washington Apprentice Network (GWAN) to celebrate its first anniversary! Held at Aon's Washington D.C. location, this complimentary in-person event is open to all and will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with apprentices, employers, non-profits, and education partners. Register for the event by April 15th here.
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.
Speed Networking
April 12th | 2:30-4PM | Chamber Office
Without solid networking, is it is harder to make connections. This event holds the power to increase your business circle within a short period of time. During each session, participants 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
The Greater Washington Apprentice Network May Employer Briefing
May 3rd | 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.
Annual State of Healthcare in the Region
May 4th | 8:30-10:30AM | Chamber Office
Keynote: Ruth Williams-Brinkley, Regional President, Kaiser Permanente, Mid-Atlantic

Speakers:
  • Dr. Djinge Lindsay, Director of Public Health, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Dr. Steve Narang, President, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, President, Pediatric Service Line
  • Dr. Shankar Sridhara, Head and Neck Surgery, Kaiser Permanente
  • Dr. Christina Stasiuk, Market Medical Executive – Mid-Atlantic Region, Cigna

Moderator: Michael Forehand, Vice President, Government & Community Affairs at Inova Health

We invite our members to join the Chamber on May 4th as we present our Annual State of Healthcare in the Region! Top officials from the region's largest and most influential healthcare companies will discuss equity in healthcare delivery, population health, and other issues that have taken on a renewed critical importance as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. We will also talk about the importance of a healthy workforce and healthy community, the impact of obesity, and more.  
2022 Mid-Atlantic Innovation Celebration
May 12th | 6-9PM | AMC Tysons Corner 16 Theatres
Join us on May 12th for the party of all parties, the Mid-Atlantic Innovation Celebration. We’ll gather to watch the finalist videos together and applaud their work before we announce, at long last, the 2022 Innovator of the Year. You’ll also have the opportunity to be part of the judging panel as all attendees will vote for their favorite Innovation. The winner of the attendee vote will be crowned the People’s Choice! This event is open to the public, so grab your tickets early as we’re expecting this Celebration to sell out!
2022 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Nominations
Submit Nominations by June 3rd
The Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards is the premier event honoring the leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence of the people and businesses in the region’s government contracting community. The event honors the leaders and legends of the government contracting community. Presented by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Services Council (PSC).

MEMBER NEWS
Brillient Corporation has announced that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has awarded them a $70M Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to provide robust and scalable Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions. Learn more here.

George Mason University will benefit from a $100,000 donation by Deltek, the leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for project-based businesses. The new donation establishes the Deltek Scholars Program and will be used to support up to eight graduate students pursuing their master’s degree in software engineering. Learn more here.

Are you an executive or business owner looking to grow your market share? Start with #LinkedIn! Join the SBDC at CBP for a live session, Executive Branding: Dominating Your Digital Presence Through LinkedIn Wednesday, April 13th at 1PM. Use the link to register. Learn more here.

The Fairfax County Government would like to alert the public to an increase of catalytic converter thefts in the region. Please review these suggested tips and devices to reduce the chances of theft: Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Devices and Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Tips.

Join George Mason University online for the next free Leading to Well-Being Speaker Series leadership webinar Tuesday, April 19th, 12-1:30PM, when professor Rhonda Magee will present “Overcome Polarization and Build Community through Mindfulness.” Register now.
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