Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Finalists Announced
Nominations are in for the 2017 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, which will be announced at a gala Nov. 1 The annual awards, selected through the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Services Council, honor top individuals and businesses in the region’s government contracting sector. “The companies and executives recognized as finalists demonstrate
Northern Virginia Chamber Announces Winners of 2016 Distinguished Service Awards
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced July 19 the winners of the 2016 Distinguished Service Awards. The awards honor individuals, companies and non-profit organizations for their service to veterans in the Greater Washington business community. Nominees and winners were selected by an independent committee and announced at the awards gala at the Falls Church
Northern Virginia Chamber Names 2016-2017 Officers, Executive Committee Members, Board of Directors
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, formerly the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, announced June 22 its officers and 2016-2017 members of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to add these celebrated individuals to our Executive Committee and Board of Directors who will assist in guiding the Northern Virginia Chamber to
Northern Virginia Chamber Presents 2016 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, formerly the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, announced June 21 the finalists and winners for the 2016 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards, presented at the organization’s Annual Chairman’s Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner. “We’re proud to honor these companies, non-profits and individuals, which embody the strong commitment to community
Northern Virginia Chamber Announces Nominees for New Distinguished Service Awards
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced May 25 the nominees for its new Distinguished Service Awards program, which is aimed at honoring individuals, companies and non-profit organizations for their service to veterans in the Greater Washington business community. Nominees were selected by an independent committee, and winners will be announced at a July 19 awards gala
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of 2nd Annual Innovation Awards
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, formerly Fairfax Chamber, announced April 22 the winners for the 2nd Annual Greater Washington Innovation Awards, which celebrates the thought leadership, innovation and creativity of individuals and organizations in select industries in the Greater Washington metro area. The winners were announced live April 21 at the awards gala. “The
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce Names Michael Forehand as VP of Government Relations and Counsel
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, formerly the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, announced Jan. 11 the appointment of Michael Forehand as Vice President of Government Relations and Counsel. “The Northern Virginia Chamber has a proven track record of providing exceptional advocacy services for Northern Virginia businesses and communities,” Northern Virginia Chamber President and CEO
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce to Change Name to Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce in 2016
The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced Nov. 18 the re-branding and restructuring of the Fairfax Chamber to the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, effective January 2016. The name change is an answer to the call from business and political leaders for one unified business voice for Northern Virginia and more accurately reflects
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners of 1st Greater Washington Innovation Awards
The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce announced April 20 the eight winners for the 1st Greater Washington Innovation Awards at the event’s gala. The Innovator of the Year and a Lifetime Innovator were also recognized. “The 2015 Greater Washington Innovation Awards Winners represent companies that are shaping the future of business as we know it,” Fairfax Chamber
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for 1st Greater Washington Innovation Awards
The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce announced Feb. 25 the finalists for the 1st Greater Washington Innovation Awards. The winners will be announced at the April 20 awards gala. The event will also honor an Innovator of the Year and a Lifetime Innovator. “The 2015 Greater Washington Innovation Awards Finalists represent the most innovative companies
SAVE THE DATE: 2013 Pro Bono Summit Starts Week of April 22nd
To kick off National Volunteer Week, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, Deloitte and George Mason University teamed up to host the week-long 2013 Pro Bono Summit which started Monday, April 22nd at the Mason Inn in Fairfax. The event is presented in partnership with A Billion+Change , a national campaign to mobilize billions of dollars in corporate
Save the Date: Fairfax Chamber of Commerce To Hold Veteran Symposium October 5th
The Fairfax Chamber County of Commerce is holding a symposium Friday, October 5th on hiring veterans, titled “Serving Those Who Have Served.” To be held at the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner from 7:30a.m. to 1 p.m., the event is in response to concerns from the Northern Virginia business community regarding veteran unemployment rates. Master
10th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Nomination Deadline Approaching
The deadline for nominations for the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards is June 15. The 10th annual “Academy Awards of Government Contracting” will honor government contractors, executives and public sector partners at the Marriott Wardman Park on November 12. Nominations for Contractor of the Year, Executive of the Year and Public Sector Partner of the
Jim Corcoran’s Tips For Success: “There Is No Replacement For Hard Work”
New Series: Simple Secrets to Success From Execs Who Know WashingtonExec reached out to area executives to gain insight and share local “secrets to success” stories. Fairfax Chamber President & CEO Jim Corcoran’s distinguished career has woven him through the marketing and confectionery industries and landed him in Fairfax County, the epicenter of business in
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Hosts “Char-a-oke”
This August 30, several elected leaders and other officials will join together to sing karaoke at the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce’s Char-a-oke: A Charity Karaoke Sing-Off for Our Schools event. Starting at 6 p.m. at the Westwood Country Club, hundreds of members of the Northern Virginia business community, elected officials and other notables will
2011 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards Winners Announced
The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce recently announced winners of the 2011 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards. Approximately 600 people attended the awards, which were presented at the group’s Annual Chairman’s Luncheon & Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards. Among attendance were finalists, honorees, elected officials and members of the business community. “Today’s award recipients and honorees have
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