Provided by Prince William Chamber of Commerce
Here’s what’s happening at the Prince William Chamber of Commerce Oct.15 –Nov. 15. The following events and activities are included in your membership investment. ENJOY! $ indicates a paid event (Member and a Future Member pricing). Members can bring a guest at member price. Events marked “Chamber HQ” are held at 9720 Capital Court, Suite 203, Manassas. Other addresses are included with event info. Council and Committee meetings and Chamber Checkups are open to Members Only as a benefit of membership. If you want to learn more about Membership opportunities, contact Heather Stietzel at 571-765-1880 or hstietzel@pwchamber.org.
You are Invited to Join Us:
Oct. 28 – Monday – 11:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. – Salute to the Armed Forces, The Clubs at Quantico and Crossroads Event Center Featuring installation Commanders & Caleb Green from “Voices of Service” – top 5 finalist from America’s Got Talent! 3017 Russell Rd, Quantico. More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753. $RSVP
Nov. 7 – Thursday – 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. – Prince William: A Region of Opportunity – Hylton Performing Arts Center 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas
More Info: Ross Snare
Nov. 12 – Wednesday – 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. – Government Contracting Breakfast
Speakers: Jackie Robinson Burnette and Corliss Udoema
Topic: How to Make Money: Crawl….Walk…Run. It’s a Process!
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Nov. 13 – Thursday – Nationals Young Readers Day
Contact Michelle Rao to volunteer as a reader to a class of elementary school students.
Nov. 15 – Friday – 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. – MEGA Networking & New Member Showcase. Meet LOTS of potential partners and clients in just two hours – Business doesn’t stop for summer! A few exhibit tables available for only $100.
Contact Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas
More Chamber News and Upcoming Events
Dec. 4 – Wednesday – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Holiday Open House Parq 170 at City Center 170 Market Street, Manassas Park. More info: Nicole Andres.
Dec. 12 – Thursday – 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. – Silent Auction – Be one of the “First 50” to donate and be showcased on the online pre-bidding!
More info: Peggy Kimmey
Mason Small Business Development Center Workshops
A live link to sign up for the workshops can be found HERE. These workshops are free to attend, but you MUST register.
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Woodbridge Office – Legal & Admin, Steps to Start a Business Workshop
Thursday, Nov. 14 – Woodbridge Office – Marketing 101 Workshop
Monday, Nov. 18 – Springhill Suites Marriott at Potomac Mills – Local SEO & Social Media Marketing Workshop
Thursday, Dec. 5 – Woodbridge Office – Legal & Admin, Steps to Start a Business Workshop
Networking Opportunities
Ribbon Cuttings/Business Before & After Hours/Trainings
Plan for your Business Before or After Hours for November 2019-June 2020. Contact Nicole Andres/ 571-765-7570 for possible dates.
Oct. 18 – Friday – 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. – Business Before Hours / Ravens Crest Apartments,
8098 Ravens Crest Ct., Manassas
More Info: Kelly Elliott
Oct. 18 – Friday – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. – Ribbon Cutting — Join fellow PW Chamber Members and Guests — Kiddie Academy of Woodbridge North (Ceremony @ 11:00 a.m.), 5895 Websters Way, Haymarket
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Oct. 23 – Wednesday – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. – Ribbon Cutting — Join fellow PW Chamber Members and Guests – Didlake Document Imaging (Ceremony @ 9:00 a.m.), 8472 Kao Cir, Manassas
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Oct. 23 – Wed – 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. – Business After Hours / Tech Time Gaming Lounge,
13592 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Woodbridge
More Info: Nicole Andres / 571-765-7570
Oct. 24 – Thursday – 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting – Join fellow PW Chamber members and guests – Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center 20th Anniversary Celebration. (Ceremony at 6:00 p.m.) 9100 Freedom Center Blvd, Manassas
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Nov. 1 – Fri – 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. – Chamber Orientation – Manassas – New members, new employees, prospective members, all are welcome to attend. There’s always something new, make this a yearly training!
Chamber HQ
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Nov. 1 – Friday – 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting — Join fellow PW Chamber Members and Guests — Experimax (Ceremony @ 12:00 p.m.), 6432 Trading Square, Haymarket
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Nov. 6 – Wednesday – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting — Join fellow PW Chamber Members and Guests – Hyquest Consulting Solutions (Ceremony @ 4:00 p.m.), 5501 Merchants View Square, Ste 113, Haymarket
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Nov. 14 – Thursday – 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting — Join fellow PW Chamber Members and Guests — Paramount Senior Living at Manassas (Ceremony @ 5:00 p.m.), 6341 Barrett Drive, Manassas
More Info: Peggy Kimmey / 571-765-7567
Council and Committees
Council and Committee meetings are open to Members Only as a benefit of membership. For more information on membership, contact Heather Stietzel.
Oct. 17 – Thursday – 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. – Policy Committee Meeting
Topic: Association Healthcare Plans
Chamber HQ
More Info: Ross Snare
Oct. 25 – Friday – 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. Ambassador Committee
Topic: Mega & Silent Auction
Chamber HQ
More info: Peggy Kimmey 571-765-7567
Oct. 25 – Friday – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. – Health & Wellness Council
Speaker – Dr. Mary Lopez, Independent Empowerment Center.
Topic: Dr. Lopez will outline their programs & services so we better understand how we can partner.
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Oct. 31– Thursday – 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. – Women’s Leadership Council
Speaker – Rebecca Barnes, Prince William Living.
Topic: Self-Leadership AND Identifying & Managing Oneself
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Nov. 5 – Tuesday – 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. – Education & Innovation Committee Meeting — Speaker: Tawnya Soltis, Executive Director of Smart Beginnings of Greater Prince William
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Nov. 5 – Tuesday – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. – Hispanic Council Meeting. All meetings in English.
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Nov. 7 – Thursday – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. – Not-For-Profit Council Meeting — Need not be a Not-for-Profit to attend.
SPEAKERS: Katherine LaVallee, Librarian II Supervisor, Management and Government Information Center (MAGIC) at the Chinn Library, and Bruce Potter, Chief Operating Officer for InsideNoVa .
Chamber HQ
More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Nov. 14 – Thursday – 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. – Veterans Council Meeting — ALL ARE WELCOME – Need not be a Veteran to Attend.
Chamber HQ More Info: Suzanne Lewis / 571-765-7753
Chamber Leadshare Groups
Must be a Chamber Member to join a Group. Industry Specific Seats but all members may visit to see if your seat is open and to network with fellow members
Gainesville: Tuesday (weekly) 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Eggspectation Restaurant
Manassas: Wednesday (weekly) 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber HQ
Woodbridge: Thursday (weekly) 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. at Tribute at the Glen