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This Week at a Glance: August 19-23

Wednesday, August 21 · Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee Meeting · Featuring Arlington County Board member Matt de Ferranti · 9:00-10:00 a.m. · Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom · RSVPs are requested · Directions

Wednesday, August 21 · Arlington Chamber LeadShare Networking Group · 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. · Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom · Exclusive to LeadShare members - email  [email protected]  for more information · Directions
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 14 to celebrate the naming of our Boardroom as the VIDA Fitness Boardroom at the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s Executive Committee participated in the celebration with team members from VIDA Fitness. Allison Rand, the Director of Marketing and Communications for VIDA Fitness, did the honors of cutting the ribbon while her colleagues stood by to support her. Allison thanked the Chamber for this great opportunity and for welcoming VIDA Fitness into the Arlington community. The Chamber appreciates all of the support from  VIDA Fitness, celebrated in this special partnership.
VIDA Fitness team with Kate Bates, Mike Rosenow, and Chamber Chair Greg Hamilton
Staff members from VIDA Fitness
Coming Soon!
Monday, August 26
8:00-10:00 a.m.

The Northern Virginia Elected Leaders Summit offers the region’s business leaders the opportunity to hear from our local elected leaders about the economic climate in the region, initiatives they have completed or are undertaking to foster economic growth, and thoughts on how each jurisdiction can work together to improve our regional economy. 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.

The Honorable Christian Dorsey
 Chair, Arlington County Board
The Honorable Penelope Gross
Vice Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
The Honorable Phyllis Randall
Chair, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors
The Honorable Corey Stewart
At-Large Chairman, Prince William County
The Honorable Justin Wilson
Mayor, Alexandria
Moderator: Julie Carey
Northern Virginia Bureau Chief, NBC4
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"Build Your Workforce through Registered Apprenticeship"
Wednesday, August 28
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Arlington Chamber of Commerce – VIDA Fitness Boardroom

This month's Small Business Roundtable topic is  "Build Your Workforce through Registered Apprenticeship" presented by Caleb Wade, Lead Generation Specialist - Division of Registered Apprenticeship, Virginia Department of Labor and Industry. Learn how Registered Apprenticeship can help improve employee retention, and let you create mirror images of your best employees. Traditionally a resource for trade industries including plumbing, electric, HVAC, and cosmetology, Registered Apprenticeship is now also utilized by businesses working in IT, cybersecurity, health, insurance, hospitality, and more. Participation in the Registered Apprenticeship Program is free, and programs can be customized to industry needs. Registered Apprenticeship consultants work with businesses to walk them through every step of the process, from developing their apprenticeship program to signing their first apprentice and beyond.
 
This event is designed to help you discover if a Registered Apprenticeship Program could be a fit for your workforce needs. This is a great opportunity for Human Resources professionals looking for ways to improve and strengthen your company's workforce. The roundtable is free to members but space is limited and registration is requested.

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How to Create an Effective Direct Mail Campaign
​Prior to the advent of the internet and online advertising as we know it, businesses and organizations relied heavily upon direct mail as their main marketing channel. It was a time-tested and reliable way of driving new leads and foot traffic through the front door. Over the past few years, the costs of paid online advertising have gotten so competitive and cost-prohibitive that many companies are now once again turning to direct mail.
 
Direct mail is a tangible connection to your business. Designed and executed properly, it can create an emotional connection and generate new leads ...To continue reading, view our blog.
Contribute to the Chamber Blog!
Writing for the Chamber Blog is an excellent way to establish yourself as a thought leader in your industry. This is a free opportunity, available exclusively to Chamber members.

You can get started on your post by downloading the Chamber Blog Guidelines and  Blog Template. Contact Morgan Mentzer, Communications Coordinator, at [email protected] or (703) 525-2400. 
Free 2019 Arlington County Street Maps are Available!
The Chamber is pleased to offer our members the opportunity to distribute free Arlington County Street Maps!

Members can request copies of the map to display in their offices, hand out to clients, and more. The Chamber has partnered with Target Marketing, Inc. to produce this street map. This Chamber-produced map provides a free resource for all member businesses and organizations.
 
To request maps for your business, please contact Olivia McKay, Operations Coordinator, at [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 with the number of copies you would like, as well as the date and time you are available to pick them up. Maps can be picked up at the Chamber office Monday through Friday, any time between the standard business hours of 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
 
To expedite your request, please contact the Chamber with the number of maps needed prior to visiting the Chamber office. Each member organization can request a maximum of 240 maps at once. The Chamber does not mail maps.