Across the Board
Our biweekly Across the Board newsletter keeps you informed of Board of Trade activities. Members and non-members can subscribe.
May 24, 2006
Board of Trade Lauded at Wilson Bridge Opening Ceremony. At last week’s ceremonial opening of the first six-lane span of the new Woodrow Wilson Bridge, the Board’s long-time advocacy efforts were recognized as “instrumental in rallying support for the project.” The ceremony represented the culmination of 18+ years of Board of Trade leadership and advocacy. When the final span opens in 2008, the 12 lane structure will vastly improve traffic congestion on the Capital Beltway and will include a biking/walking trail. See photos Read Washington Post article Questions?
Office Workers Roll Up Their Sleeves for Blood Pressure Screenings. In the past few days, hundreds of area employees have received blood pressure screenings and details about the dangers of high blood pressure as part of the Board of Trade’s 2006 Wellness Works campaign. Special thanks to program sponsors, trained volunteer screeners, and Health Care Task Force members for making this public service project possible! Screenings continue through Friday. Visit www.botwellnessworks.org for locations. See ad in Washington Business Journal
Ask Questions of the Candidates at Forums Scheduled in Maryland and DC. In preparation for critical elections coming up this fall, the Board of Trade has organized a lunchtime forum on June 14 with Maryland gubernatorial candidates Doug Duncan and Martin O’Malley, and a June 15 afternoon forum for 5 candidates in the race for DC Mayor. Take these opportunities to ask the candidates about their positions on issues important to your business. Register for MD Forum Register for DC Forum
Coming Soon: 2006 Regional Report, GWI’s Signature Publication. Get the latest economic trends, regional facts and demographic details …all in one handy publication! The Greater Washington Initiative’s 2006 Regional Report will be released at the Annual Meeting of the Board’s economic development affiliate on June 8. Hard copies will be mailed to Board of Trade member reps; online version will be available June 8 at www.greaterwashington.org. Register for the Annual Meeting
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Mix Business with Golf… Play with Colleagues on June 26. Each year, the Board of Trade Golf Tournament attracts a sell-out crowd for an enjoyable and challenging day of golf and networking. Scheduled June 26 at the Golf Club at Lansdowne, the tournament offers members the chance to play on the championship Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Course or the newly opened Greg Norman Course. After a full day of challenging play, the day ends with a lavish buffet and prizes. Register
