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.
Now more than ever, it’s important to find people to meet and business networking events. Prince William Living is all about community, making connections and supporting quality of life. You can get connected at these events, whether they’re virtual or in-person!
9th Annual Employment Law Summit
Vanderpool, Frostick, & Nishanian, P.C. together with Prince William SHRM, Inc. will be virtually hosting the 9th Annual Employment Law Summit: Moving Forward Together. Kristina Spitler, Esq., author of VF&N’s 2020 Legislative Update and Business Continuity Resources COVID Series, will be presenting along with special guest Peter Robb, General Counsel of National Labor Relations Board. From Covid-19 regulations to new discrimination legislation, a lot has happened in 2020 that will have an impact on today’s workplace. For additional information and to register, please visit vfnlaw.com/ELS2020. Must register by Oct. 6. Friday, Oct. 9, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Online
Write by the Rails
Each month, Write by the Rails, the Prince William Chapter of the Virginia Writers Club, offers activities and events designed just for writers ages 18 and older. Get support and encouragement from other writers through #WbtR. Visit wbtr.org for more information; ask for the Zoom login at writebytherails@gmail.org. This month’s program is on marketing for writers. Saturday, Oct. 10, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. | Online
Women’s Wedding Network
What is “Self-Leadership”? Why is it important? How do you evaluate yourself and master your behaviors? Rebecca Barnes, publisher of Brides & Weddings Magazine, will discuss these questions and offer her expertise on how you can use self-leadership to help achieve your goals. This event will be held online, so be sure to sign up today and join us to learn valuable knowledge! Sponsored by Rampant Social, this event will be held over Zoom. Get your FREE tickets here! Wednesday, Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Online
Webinar: Building Business Value Through Talent
Speak Up Manassas Toastmasters Club
Curious about Toastmasters? Ever thought about joining? Visit a meeting and see how Toastmasters can help you practice your speaking skills. Currently online with ZOOM (email Peggy to get the link). Monday, Oct. 19, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. | Online
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.
- Team WIN (Women Inspired Networking) is holding regular virtual 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 is holding online events.
- 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 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.
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