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Ways for You, Your Family,  
and Your Business to Give Back to Your Community
A Special Edition of the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
 
Cardinal BANK 





Newsletter presented in partnership

with Cardinal Bank 
 
Mark Your Calendar for these Upcoming Chamber Events!
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April 25, 2013

Small Business Education Series 

Sponsored by Burke & Herbert Bank



Topic: The topic of this month's breakfast will be Healthcare. The discussion will be presented by Julie Verratti. This session will present information critical to all small businesses. You don't want to miss this discussion--register today.

Background: In October 2012, the Supreme Court affirmed that the Affordable Care Act is the law. As many of the provisions begin to be implemented we are starting to see the impact on small businesses. Join the McLean Chamber and the Small Business Administration for our Small Business Education Series, as they explain the key sections and how they will affect your business.

Partners: 
Small Business Administration, Constant Contact, Washington Business Journal and Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce.

7:30 until 9:00 am

J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood*
6930 Old Dominion Drive
McLean, VA

703-893-1034
*Please note the change of venue for this month.

Chamber members $10 
Future members $15

 
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April 29, 2013


It's 5:30 Somewhere--Promoting Your Business After Hours


This month's mixer will be hosted by Staybridge Suites McLean. Join us for networking, food, and drinks--don't forget your business cards!
 
5:30 until 7:30 pm 

Staybridge Suites McLean 
6845 Old Dominion Drive 
McLean, VA

Chamber Members FREE 
Future Members $10

Register Now

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May 2, 2013
  SunTrust Mortgage 
Real Estate Education Series 
Sponsored by SunTrust Mortgage

Topic: Ethics
Special Guest Speaker TBA

The Real Estate Education Series examine issues of interest to those in the real estate market. The series also offers attendees the opportunity to finish all their CEU's for the entire year.

As always, a delicious lunch will be provided courtesy of Season 52!

11:00 am until 1:00 pm

  

Teqcorner 
1616 Anderson Road 
McLea, VA


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May 9, 2013

May Chamber Breakfast -- The Education Awards Breakfast
Sponsored by Middleburg Bank

Join us for the Education Awards Breakfast, sponsored by Middleburg Bank. We will recognize our Education Award winners from The Potomac School,  McLean and Langley High School.   
MiddleburgBank

7:30 until 9:00 am

J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood
6930 Old Dominion Drive
McLean, VA  
703-893-1034

Chamber Members $20
Future Members $25
At the door, add $5

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May 15, 2013


It's 5:30 Somewhere--Promoting Your Business After Hours

Join us on for our monthly after-hours mixer. This month's mixer will be hosted by Chesterbrook Residences. Join us for networking, food, and drinks--don't forget your business cards!

5:30 until 7:30 pm

Chesterbrook Residences 
2030 Westmoreland Street 
Falls Church, Virginia 22043

Chamber members FREE 
Future members $10

Register Now 

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June 18, 2013

Non-Profit Education Series 
Sponsored by Cardinal Bank

Cardinal BANK 7:30 until 9:30 am

Microsoft Office Store 
Tysons Corner Center 
1961 Chain Bridge Rd . 
Tysons Corner, VA 22102 
(703) 336-8480

SAVE THE DATE:  
July 8, 2013
 Save the Date







Business Alliance Golf Classic 
July 8, 2013 
The Business Alliance Golf Classic is a spectacular afternoon of food, fun, and friendly competition. Held at River Creek Club in Leesburg, VA, golfers enjoy an afternoon on an amazing course while supporting the Chambers programs and networking with other business professionals. Sponsors can enjoy playing in the tournament or simply supporting a worthy cause. More information to come! Register early; this very popular event fills up fast.  

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McLean Day is On the Way! 
Join the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce on May18, 2013
for this Fantastic Community Event! McLean Day 2013  
   
McLean Day 2013 is almost here! Come join the Chamber and your friends and neighbors. Over 17,000 McLean residents are expected to gather at Lewinsville Park from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm to celebrate our hometown!

As in years past, the Chamber will have a table and space for members to put literature. We're currently looking for volunteers to help man the table and distribute literature and bags. For more information or to sign up, please contact the Chamber office at (703) 356-5424.  

"Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen."
-- Winston Churchill 

The Power of Pro Bono:  
From Charitable Giving
to Strategic Impact

Monday April 22, 8:00 am - 12 noon at The Mason Inn  

Pro bono work is one of the most powerful ways companies can meaningfully impact the triple bottom line by strengthening the nonprofit sector, making a powerful impact on communities, and boosting business through increased marketplace visibility and employee engagement. Join this free morning seminar, where top regional leaders will share their best practices in skills-based volunteering.

All businesses are welcome! Attending companies will also have the opportunity to join A Billion + Change, a national campaign to mobilize billions of dollars of pro bono services. Since November 2011, more than 280 companies have pledged nearly $2 billion worth of pro bono services to help build nonprofit capacity. Visit the Billion + Change website for more information and to register: http://www.abillionpluschange.org/news/events.   


The weather is (finally) getting warmer, and it seems like spring has finally arrived. But many in our community still need your help. Please remember Share of McLean for your donations of food, furniture, computers, and clothing. Share is located at McLean Baptist  Church, 1367 Chain Bridge Rd,. McLean, Virginia 22101. They are open for donations Wednesdays and Saturdays 9:30am - noon.
Put Your Chamber Membership to Work... Get Involved! 
The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce is seeking members to serve on the following committees:
  • Women's Leadership Forum Committee
  • Golf Committee 
  • Non-Profit Forum Committee
  • Suits and Sneakers Committee 
Participation on a Chamber committee is a great way to Get Involved maximize your Chamber membership and also give back to community. Put membership to work today--join a Chamber committee! For more information or to sign up, contact Marcia at
703.356.5424.

Meetings Set on Fairfax Connector Silver Bus Line Service
Fairfax Connector 
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting in April in McLean to discuss Fairfax Connector routes 401, 402, 427 and 574.

The meeting will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 23 at McLean High School, 1633 Davidson Road.

 

The department is holding six public meetings and one Ask Fairfax! online chat to discuss a Fairfax Connector proposed bus service plan that will coincide with the start of service on Metro's new Silver Line in December. The plan includes the creation of 12 new routes, the restructuring of 24 existing routes and the elimination of six routes.

 

PHILLIPS
Local Non-Profit Launches Young Professionals Council
PHILLIPS Programs creats YPC to provide young non-profit professionals an opportunity to hone and develop leadership skills

PHILLIPS Programs, a local nonprofit, is excited to announce the launch of our new Young Professionals Council (YPC). The YPC aims to provide young nonprofit professionals an opportunity to further develop their leadership and networking skills to better prepare them for future leadership.
 
The YPC supports the overall mission and activities of PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families. Acting as ambassadors of the organization, YPC members engage the community through volunteering, fundraising, networking, and advocacy opportunist targeted towards young professionals. The YPC is seeking interested young professionals, ages 22-35, from across the Washington, DC metro area.
 
We are launching the YPC on Wednesday, May 1 with an event at Guarapo's in Arlington from 6:00-8:00pm. You can find more information about the YPC, including the YPC interest form and launch event flyer on our website-
http://www.phillipsprograms.org/2013/04/phillips-young-professionals-council/

2013 SPONSORS


Chairman's Circle


capbank    

Executive Circle
Chain Bridge Bank  Edward Jones Logo

  M&T Bank  RLM CPA     Watkins Meegan 



Director's Circle

EKKO Title  GCPC Logo 



Leadership Circle
AdZig  Alternative Board   Cardinal BANKCarr Workplaces 
 MiddleburgBank Seasons52 SunTrust Mortgage Witt Mares 



Media Partners
Fairfax County Times   Sun Gazette Logo
WBJ


Technology Partner
WhiteHorse

  

New_Logo_GOOD VERSION About the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce

The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce enhances the local business community by giving professionals an opportunity to get connected. Founded nearly fifty years ago, originally as a Business and Professionals Association, the Chamber has evolved into a substantial organization ranked as one of the top 20 Chambers in the Metropolitan Region. Our governing Board is comprised of 18 diverse business leaders. For more information about the Chamber, please call
703-356-5424, email
[email protected], or visit our website at www.mcleanchamber.org.

 

Cardinal BANK

About Cardinal Bank

At Cardinal, we recognize and appreciate the positive impact the local non-profits have in our communities. The Non-Profit Education Series is simply one way for Cardinal to be a resource and partner in helping these organizations achieve their mission.  The initiative now covers all of Cardinal's geographic markets across the DC Metro region.  

 

To find out how we may be a resource for your organization, please contact one of the following Resource Managers:

 

Cardinal Bank has partnered with some of the leading local NP resources to help; each of whom provided valuable information and guidance in their respective presentations. Previous presentations have included "12-Step Fundraising for Successful Organizations", presented by Chuck Birdie, President of Lead2Succeed and "Social Savvy" for NonProfits: Quick Tips and Easy Techniques to Build Brand, Bucks and Buzz!", presented by Gina Watkins of Constant Contact.