People to Meet: Area Networking Events

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By Prince William Living

Brought to you by the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, the strongest voice for the business community in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan region. Finding people to meet and business networking events is always important. And Prince William Living is all about community, making connections and supporting quality of life. Here are just a few events where you can get connected this month – virtually or in person!

Weekly Manassas Netwalking

What better way to end the work week than a refreshing walk while networking! Or a NETWALK on Friday mornings. Meet at the Wellington Community Pool parking lot, park by the tennis courts. There are miles of multi-use paths throughout this area of Manassas. Hosted by Tiffany Izenour of Freedom Property Management & Sales. Fridays, 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. | Meet at Wellington Community Center Pool, 9700 Wellington Road, Manassas. Check here for up-to-date information.

Law Enforcement Torch Run

On Wednesday, June 7, the PWC Police Department is participating in the Law Enforcement Torch Run and needs your help to reach its $10,000 fundraising goal for the Special Olympics Virginia athletes competing in the 2023 USA Games. The 1,900-mile, 8-day run of the Flame of Hope involves more than 2,000 law enforcement officers and personnel representing more than 200 law enforcement agencies across Virginia. Three of the athletes representing the Commonwealth live in PWC, Tiffany Robinson, Robert Harris, and Jerry Holy. Learn how you can get involved with Special Olympics, including being an athlete, coach, or volunteer, here. Wednesday, June 7, begins at 9:00 a.m. | Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge

Government Contracting VIRTUAL Matchmaker

Virtually meet one-on-one with primes! Contracting requests cover ALL industry types. This is your opportunity to pitch your capabilities and connect with potential teaming partners and agencies in need of your products or services. This is a program that helps you get a foot in the door by making key connections. The prime contractors and agencies are assigned to a private Zoom classroom for their appointments with small business owners. Appointment signups will be sent to attendees to sign up for appointments to meet with three Primes for 15 minutes each. Offered by the Prince William Chamber of Commerce. Register here. Thursday, June 8, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon | Zoom meetings

Food Packing Project

SERVE’s Hunger Resource Center in Manassas needs six volunteers age 14+ to help with a Food Packing project. Duties include removing food from shelves, packing into crates, and storing in designated locations. Volunteers must be comfortable lifting up to 15 pounds, bending and standing. Older volunteers are also welcome; volunteers 14-15 MUST volunteer with a parent. Please visit bit.ly/3WH3wRX and click on the Respond button to sign up. Questions? Please email ncannon@nvfs.org to learn more. Thursday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | SERVE, 10056 Dean Drive, Manassas

The Human Services Alliance of Greater Prince William Annual Meeting

The community is invited to join The Human Services Alliance of Greater Prince William for their Annual Meeting. During this breakfast meeting they will induct the incoming Board of Directors, share highlights from FY ’23, plans for FY ’24, and learn from keynote speaker Prince William County Executive Christopher Shorter. Register here. Tuesday, June 13, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. | Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas

Women’s Wedding Network

Make a Lasting Impression: How Your Personal Style Can Build Trust for Your Brand. Are you making the right first impression? Discover how personal style can elevate your business brand and win more clients! Join us at Women’s Wedding Network on June 14 and discover how your personal style can differentiate your brand, establish you as an expert, and build trust with potential clients. Learn how to create a memorable brand image that aligns with your business’s values and personality. Register now and take your business to the next level! This event is free and will be held online. This is a ZOOM meeting. Get your FREE tickets now! Wednesday, June 14, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Online

Economic Development Breakfast: Prince William County Transportation Update

Ricardo Canizales, Director of Transportation, Prince William County joins the Prince William Chamber of Commerce as the featured speaker. Canizales will discuss the PWC Department of Transportation: What We Do & How We Do It along with The Mobility Report. County Planning Manager Paolo Belita also joins the event to discuss future planning in Prince William County. Register here. Thursday, June 14, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. | Old Hickory Golf Club, 11921 Chanceford Drive, Woodbridge

OmniRide Senior Summit

Join OmniRide for a fun and informative event! Community partners will showcase their services and provide resources that are beneficial to older adults, their families and caregivers. The event is FREE and open to the public. Need a ride? OmniRide’s Dumfries and Route 1 Local routes will serve the bus stop immediately in front of the Ferlazzo Building the day of the event. Learn more about the Senior Summit at OmniRide.com. Thursday, June 15, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge

Coffee with a Cop

Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation. Ask questions, tell about your neighborhood, share your concerns. Thursday, June 15, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | BN Cafe at Barnes & Noble, 8117 Sudley Road, Manassas and Saturday, June 17, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. | Jirani Coffeehouse, 9425 West Street, Manassas

MEGA Networking Expo – Tailgate Tuesday

Showcase your business in the Chamber’s Expo, featuring businesses from across the Prince William Region, Manassas and Manassas Park. The public is also invited to this amazing opportunity to feature your businesses. Tuesday, June 20, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. | Manassas Mall (outside Uptown Alley), 8300 Sudley Road, Manassas

Facebook Groups

Welcome to Prince William County has small business information, job listings, and family life suggestions.
Prince William County Networking has similar information.
Town Hall allows you to find, follow and contact your elected officials.

More Networking Opportunities

Want more great networking opportunities in the Prince William and Manassas areas?

Team WIN (Women Inspired Networking) is holding regular meetings.
Haymarket Gainesville Business Association (HGBA) offers a variety of events and collaborates with local Chambers.
Check the website for the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce for events they are offering.
One Million Cups meets in person on Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. at Centerfuse, 9071 Center Street, Manassas
Nokesville Business Association meets the second Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at Vita Nova Creatives, 13051 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville.
Visit the website for Prince William Professional Networkers (PWPN) for their events.
And for writers and lovers of the literary word, there’s Write by the Rails (WbtR), offering events in person and online.

These events are current as of the time we receive the information, and we make every attempt to be accurate. Be sure to check with the event sponsor or hosting organization prior to attending any event. Prince William Living is not responsible for event schedule changes or group policies. Do you know of another great online community event our readership should know about? Click here to request we include it on our events calendar. Sign up here to get this column in your email.