COUNCIL SERIES & NETWORKING
UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
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Member Roundtable: Mental Health During Crisis
April 27th | 11:30AM-12:30PM
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After a year that has had a monumental impact on the world's economy and our health, it's no surprise that many of us are experiencing at least a little personal stress. The question is, will the stress we've experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic have a long-term impact on our health? Join us for a discussion around the significant--and likely lasting--mental health impacts of the pandemic with a focus on how to stay resilient in these uncertain times. Cigna's Market President, Monica Schmude, will lead our discussion.
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Well-Being @ Work: Key to Employee Retention & Business Sustainability
April 30th | 9-10:15AM
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The global pandemic has required businesses to evaluate their positions on health, safety, and flexibility. As leaders consider what's next for office reopening plans or the permanency of remote work, the emphasis on employee well-being remains a top priority. From the increased risk of burnout and stress to the impact of business productivity and performance, you will hear from top leaders in the health industry provide you with key takeaways that work. |
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Greater Washington Apprentice Network May Employer Briefing
May 4th | 2-3PM
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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.
The featured speakers for the May GWAN Employer Briefing are:
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Featured Employer: Chris Gros, Vice President of Talent, NT Concepts
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Featured Resource: Taylor Johnson, Talent Solutions Business Manager, Virginia Economic Development Partnership
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Member Roundtable: Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act: What You Need to Know
May 5th | 10-11AM
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Join attorneys from Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr’s Cybersecurity and Privacy Practice for discussion of the newly-enacted Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA). The Virginia CDPA is a broad privacy law that will govern how companies can collect, use and disclose personal information of Virginia residents. The panelists will discuss the key features of the CDPA, how it compares to existing privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and what your company can do to prepare for compliance with the CDPA.
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Member Roundtable: Fringe Benefits Compliance
May 6th | 10-11AM
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In the complex and ever-changing Government Contracting industry, understanding fringe benefits compliance laws can often be confusing and overwhelming. Join us for a discussion about ways to minimize risk, cost and time while following the stringent regulations that are required to stay compliant.
James Campbell, President & CEO, Axim Finge Solutions will lead our discussion.
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NOVA Chamber's Mid-Atlantic Innovation Celebration
May 6th | 4-6PM
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Join us on May 6th 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 2021 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 free and open to the public!
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Application Deadline: Good Business Awards
May 7th
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The Greater Washington Good Business Awards honors and celebrates the leadership of individuals, businesses, and nonprofits that serve as powerful champions for good in our community. From corporate social responsibility champions to nonprofit organizations that help solve the region’s greatest challenges, the Greater Washington Good Business Awards honors purposeful community leadership, efforts that make a positive impact, and those that do good. |
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Navigating Government Contracting in 2021...And Beyond
May 20th | 9:30-10:30AM
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Join us for this year’s compelling Women at the Top of GovCon event featuring our keynote speaker, Stacy A. Cummings, who is currently performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. Ms. Cummings will be joined by a stellar panel of visionary leaders from top government contracting companies, who will impart their wisdom on successfully navigating the government contracting world today and through the near future.
Those in the government contracting world won’t want to miss this timely discussion! Topics to include:
- The future of government contracting under the Biden Administration (Keynote)
- Successfully leading through significant change
- How our speakers have found resilience during a challenging year
- Charting a path forward
Other speakers on our panel include:
- Judy Bjornaas, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, ManTech Int'l
- Michele Bolos, Chief Executive Officer, NT Concepts
- Dee Dee Helfenstein, Chief Strategic Growth Officer & Chief Innovation Officer, SAIC
- Kristie Grinnell, Vice President, Global Chief Information Officer & Chief Supply Chain Officer, GDIT
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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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Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
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