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Congratulations to Jim Lindsay of Adult Companion Care for winning a 2012 Excellence in Aging Award from the Alexandria Commission on Aging. The award was presented on Tuesday, May 8, to coincide with the national observance of Older Americans Month.
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Dmitry Samoylin is always available to take on the jobs you don’t want to do, but he’s also happy to help clients understand how to take on small do-it-yourself projects. This Thursday, he’s going to talk about the proper way to install shower tile. Will you be able to do it with Dmitry’s speed, expertise, and superb cleanup?
Posted on 05/08/12 by Claire Liston | No comments yet
Keshaun Clark, Branch Manager of the Del Ray Branch of Virginia Commerce Bank, wants to talk with anyone who may be considering a new financial relationship. Did you know that Virginia Commerce Bank was just listed in Forbes “America’s 100 most trust worthy companies”? Come to our meeting on Thursday to hear more.
Posted on 04/30/12 by Claire Liston | No comments yet
Don’t miss Marci Weis from CCCP, Inc. talking about the wonderful world of plastic – CREDIT CARD PROCESSING. This talk will be useful for anybody who accepts credit cards, particularly medical practitioners, medical practice administrators & association CFOs. What makes Marci different from other Credit Card Processors? “Hey, I’m Robin Hood. My mission and passion in life is to pull the wool back and tell it like it is.” Come learn how you can start saving money while you’re making money.
Posted on 04/05/12 by Claire Liston | No comments yet
Bridgepoint Connections “After Hours Networking Meet & Greet” (4/10, 5:30p, Tysons); Second Tuesday NETWORKING EXTRAVAGANZA (4/10, 5:30p, Tysons); Success in the City “Chick Chat” (4/11, 7:30a); “Networking Your Biz” After Hours Event (4/11, 6p, Falls Church); HD Untaxed (4/18, 5:30p, Arlington); Success in the City “PowerUp” (4/29, 4pm).
THE DETAILS:
Bridgepoint Connections is holding their “After Hours Networking Meet & Greet” on Tuesday, April 10th from 5:30-7:30pm at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse (8010 Towers Crescent Drive, Vienna, VA 22182). The cost is $10; complimentary appetizers provided, cash bar. Complimentary valet parking! Register by April 9th. For more information, contact Phil Kratovil at 703-937-1897 or phil.kratovil@viennapres.org.
The Second Tuesday NETWORKING EXTRAVAGANZA in Tysons Corner will be held April 10th from 4-8pm at Clyde’s of Tysons Corner (8332 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182). FREE EVENT with a a Cash Bar; Clyde’s GM, Rich Hillard will select some free delectable hors d’oeuvres. Please register and be sure to give us your business card at the registration desk. We’ll be in the side bar. Just follow the signs.
Success in the City presents “CEO Chick Chat with Gina Shaefer of Ace Hardware Stores” on Wednesday, April 11, 7:30am-9am. Click here to learn more and register.
The Falls Church, VA “Networking Your Biz” Networking After Hours Event will he held on Wednesday, April 11th from 6-9pm. Sam Schwartz, Executive Director of BNI Northern Virginia will present “Network Like A Pro, The Ten Commandments Of Networking A Mixer”. Register today for business networking, education and exclusive mini Biz Expo. Two free tickets to the Comedy Zone DC (Value $63) for the first 50 attendees to sign in at the registration table. Complimentary appetizers, giveaways & door prizes, free parking and cash bar. (Velocity Five Sports Restaurant, 8111 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22402) Register at www.networkingyourbizevents.com.
HD Untaxed asks: What’s even better than “tax-free”? Regular “free”! Join them Wednesday, April 18 from 5:30-8:30pm to meet good people, have a great time and build your business. Bean, Kinney & Korman, PC and Segue Technologies are this month’s premier HD Happy Hour sponsors, and they are providing you with some relief. If you arrive on time at Guarapo, the first 50 attendees will be treated with a drink and appetizers. (Guarapo, Private Upstairs Level | 2039 Wilson Blvd. | Arlington, VA 22201) Questions? Contact us: info@HDhappyhour.com
Success in the City presents “PowerUp Your Transitions & Transformations” on Thursday, April 29th, 4-7pm (part of the PowerUp Success series event). Click here to learn more and register.
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Join us in supporting an amazing organization at the 2012 Homestretch Benefit Breakfast, Tuesday May 1 from 7:45-9:00am at the Fairview Park Marriott. You’ll hear first-hand client stories and learn more about the impact Homestretch has made on the homeless community.
Alexandria the Great BNI Members Karin Arnette, Sam Azar, and Jodi Scholes will be hosting tables at the event. RSVP to any of them or Lauren Padgett at lpadgett@homestretch-inc.org by April 20th.
Tuesday May 1, 7:45-9:00am
Fairview Park Marriott
3111 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, VA 22042
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1) Alexandria Chamber of Commerce – PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING BREAKFAST – Tuesday April 3, 7:30am-9:00am – Virginia Theological Seminary Refectory Building. 2) ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce – YOUNG PROFESSIONALS HAPPY HOUR – April 3, 5:30-7:30pm – La Sandia (Tysons Corner Center)
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The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce is holding a PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING BREAKFAST, Tuesday April 3, 7:30am-9:00am at the Virginia Theological Seminary Refectory Building (3737 Seminary Road, Alexandria VA 22304).
Promote your business before the workday even begins! The breakfast focuses on roundtable power networking and gives attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects and share a 60 second commercial with each table. Meet more business contacts than ever before — Bring plenty of business cards – you’ll need them!
$35 Member – $50 Non-Member
Pricing for advance registration by noon on Friday, March 30. Fee increases after this deadline. Questions? Please e-mail Jay@alexchamber.com.
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ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce is holding its next YOUNG PROFESSIONALS HAPPY HOUR on April 3, 5:30-7:30pm at La Sandia (Tysons Corner Center).
You will definitely feel welcomed at this festive restaurant. If you’ve never been to La Sandia, then you are in for a delightful treat. They do an amazing happy hour! Cash bar and Special VTRCC appetizer prices.
Sponsor/Location: La Sandia
7852L Tysons Corner Center
(Lower Level by Barnes & Noble)
Mclean, Va 22102
Tel. 703.893.2222
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The ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce is now offering free tickets to attend the Annual Business Conference and Trade Show known as Opportunity 2012, to be held on April 13, 2012.
You must register in order to attend for free: www.viennatysonstradeshow.com
From the VTRCC: “Limited places for Exhibitors are still available. The cost to be an Exhibitor is very reasonable. We have extended discounts for Exhibitors through April 5, 2012. Our website details the many benefits to Exhibitors and how to sign up as an Exhibitor.”
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Following are the upcoming networking events that you may choose to attend. Take plenty of the “Visit our Chapter” cards available from the visitor hosts; and invite people who are looking to grow their businesses.
For BNI Events, including MSP Training, please go to www.bninova.com and click on ‘Events’
BRIDGEPOINT CONNECTIONS:
“Forecasting Weather & Life in Times of Turbulence”
with special guest Doug Hill, Chief Meteorologist, ABC Ch. 7
February 17th, 12:00-1:15pm.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Tyson’s II Galleria
For more information and to register, please go to:
http://www.bridgepointconnections.org/bpluncheon/
NETWORKING FOR GOOD:
Networking for Aguayuda
February 21st, 5:00-8:00pm.
Paolo’s Ristorante, Reston, VA
The first 2012 event will benefit Aguayuda, a non-profit organization that helps poor rural communities on Colombia through clean water and education. 100% of the net proceeds from this event go directly to Aguayuda. An evening of great networking and fun.
CASINO NIGHT:
(Vienna Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce)
March 3rd, 2012, 7:00pm-Midnight
Westwood Country Club, Vienna, VA
Everyone is a winner! You’ll enjoy samples from the finest eateries in the Vienna and Tysons area, a cash bar, and you can test your luck at exciting casino games.
http://www.vtrcc.org/cwt/External/WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=334
SPEED NETWORKING:
Professional Networking Breakfast (Alexandria Chamber of Commerce)
March 6th, 2012, 7:30-9:00am. For more information and to register, please go to:
SPEED NETWORKING:
Networking Breakfast (Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce)
March 7th, 2012, 7:30-9:00am.
http://business.springfieldchamber.org/Events/details/networking-breakfast-03-07-2012
SPEED NETWORKING:
Breakfast Connection (Arlington Chamber of Commerce)
March 8th, 2012, 7:30-9:00am.
http://www.arlingtonchamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=934
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For BNI Events, including MSP Training, please go to www.bninova.com and click on ‘Events’
Alexandria Small Business Development Center
For events offered by the Alexandria Small Business Development Center, please go to:
http://www.alexandriasbdc.org/site/eventslist The Alexandria Small Business Development Center is a community resource that provides counseling, training and information in all aspects of small business management. The SBDC can help you start, manage and grow your business. They provide confidential services at no charge.
Smart Start (Arlington Chamber of Commerce)
Sponsored by Gregory Mullan, Bank of America Home Loans
February 2nd, 2012, 4:00-5:15pm.
SMART Start is a FREE Networking Seminar and information session led by Chris Hunter, Director of Membership. Learn how to meet new clients and future business associates. SMART Start will teach you how to MAXIMIZE your investment with the Chamber and how to utilize the benefits of Chamber membership! For more information and to register, please go to: http://www.arlingtonchamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=847
SPEED NETWORKING:
Professional Networking Breakfast (Alexandria Chamber of Commerce)
February 7th, 2012, 7:30-9:00am. For more information and to register, please go to:
SPEED NETWORKING:
Breakfast Connection (Arlington Chamber of Commerce)
February 9th, 2012, 7:30-9:00am.
http://www.arlingtonchamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=853
BRIDGEPOINT CONNECTIONS:
“Forecasting Weather & Life in Times of Turbulence”
with special guest Doug Hill, Chief Meteorologist, ABC Ch. 7
February 17th, 12:00-1:15pm.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Tyson’s II Galleria
For more information and to register, please go to:
http://www.bridgepointconnections.org/bpluncheon/
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