UPCOMING EVENTS

The Chamber ALX's April Networking Breakfast, presented by CommonWealth One Federal Credit Union

Tuesday, April 9th | 8:30am-10:00am | Josephine Brasserie & Bar

Are you looking to grow your business connections in 2024? We host quarterly Networking Breakfasts, with timed rounds to maximize your efforts. Attendees rotate tables, sharing their elevator pitch along the way. Exchange business cards and develop new prospects before your official work day starts. Register here

The Chamber ALX's 2024 Chair’s Reception, presented by Johns Hopkins University & Medicine

Thursday, April 18th |6:00pm-9:00pm | Hotel AKA Alexandria

Join us for a spring celebration on the terrace of Hotel AKA Alexandria honoring our 2024 Board Chair Ann Harbour! Register here

Looking for tips and tricks on being selected?

Register for a free virtual 40 Under 40 Awards application session on

Monday, April 1^st at noon

Nominate or apply for this program, which recognizes emerging business leaders. You can help us choose our next class in three easy steps:

1.   Nominate a candidate by emailing our staff

2.   Apply now via editable PDF or digital portal

3.   Share with your network

Applications are due April 5^th!

CITY MEETING ALERT: Sign Ordinance Update Community Meeting (Hybrid)

On Monday, April 1 at 6 p.m., the Department of Planning & Zoning will host a community meeting to introduce proposed updates to the City’s sign ordinance and receive input from attendees. Topics of discussion will include digital signs, illuminated signs above 35 feet, painted wall signs/murals, temporary signs, A-frame signs, and freestanding signs; and reorganization of sign regulations and updates to increase consistency and clarity.

The meeting will be held in City Hall, 301 King Street, Room 2000. Community members may join virtually via the following:

Zoom link

Meeting ID: 953 5912 9782

Passcode: 340058

Dial in: 301.715.8592

For more information visit the project website or contact Rachel Drescher, Urban Planner, 703.746.4333.

READ THE 2024 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA!

The Legislative Agenda is one of the most important documents that we produce at the Alexandria Chamber as it outlines our advocacy priorities on behalf of you, the business community, for the next year and beyond.

2024 Legislative Agenda Highlights

Comprehensive Business Support for our businesses as they tackle the challenges and opportunities of the post pandemic world. This includes:

Office market

Childcare

Crime

Flexibility and creativity with regulations

We’re also focused on livability and at the top of that list is housing – we know there are no easy answers for the City or the region but we are ready to engage in the development of real solutions to this issue. 

And finally, recognizing the vital importance that schools play in economic development (everything from workforce development, to businesses wanting to locate in our City) you will see a strong emphasis placed on building the relationship between the school system and the business community.

 Please take some time to read this document and think about the ways you can help amplify our message. As always, feel free to reach out to us with any questions.

Click here to read the 2024 Legislative Agenda!

We know you’re hiring. Use us to promote your openings and find the right candidates. Postings are included with your membership, so be sure your HR team and hiring managers know about this resource.

Visit www.alexandriavajobs.com to post your ads now!

Postings are searchable by title, employment type, category, and location. You can now subscribe to job alerts and get notified of postings by email.

For questions, reach out here. 

CITY BOARD & COMMISSION VACANCIES

The City of Alexandria has many Boards & Commissions that have either a seat reserved for an Alexandria business or a designated Chamber of Commerce Seat. 

Click here for a list of openings

If you are interested in being a Chamber representative on any of the Boards & Commissions with a Chamber or business representative seat, please let Maria Ciarrocchi know and she will walk you through the application process. 

ALX-OPOLY

2024 INNER CIRCLE