Across the Board
Our biweekly Across the Board newsletter keeps you informed of Board of Trade activities. Members and non-members can subscribe.
August 24 , 2005
For Virginia Voters: Board of Trade PAC Announces Endorsements for Delegates.
Last week, after in-depth interviews with the candidates, the Board's Virginia Political Action Committee (PAC) announced their endorsements of seven Northern Virginia candidates in November races for the state's House of Delegates. The endorsements are based on the candidates' support of Board of Trade priorities, with particular emphasis on health care system innovations and funding for transportation and higher education. More info>>
Sign up Now for Emergency Preparedness Training.
In conjunction with National Preparedness Month (September), and as part of a federally funded campaign to help area residents become prepared, the Board of Trade is urging member firms to send a representative to a FREE emergency preparedness training program. The sessions provide practical information to help employees develop personal and family emergency plans. For training session times, location and availability, email: Training@makeaplan.org and identify yourself as a member of the Board of Trade. More info>>
Fall Potomac Conference Meeting will Focus on Regional Development.
Over the next 30 years, the region is expected to gain two million more residents. Where will these people live? What industries will employ them? What new infrastructure will be needed? In November, the Board of Trade's Potomac Conference will invite local public, private and non-profit leaders to "A Conversation about our Region's Future." More info>>
Help a Small Business Receive Big Recognition.
To recognize the contributions of small businesses to the area's economy, all Board of Trade members are invited to nominate a member firm for one of four small business awards, to be presented at the 2nd Annual Small Business Network Dinner on Nov. 9. Awards include: Guiding Small Business Growth, Most Engaged Small Business, Most Expanded Company and Visioning Award. Nominations are due Oct. 3.
Download Nomination Form and Criteria>> Register for dinner>>
Maryland Transportation Secretary to Meet Members at TEC Meeting.
In the transportation arena, there's much at stake in Maryland this year. The state's top transportation executive, MD Transportation Secretary Robert Flanagan, will discuss issues at the Board of Trade's Transportation and Environment Committee (TEC) meeting on Sept. 9 at 10am. More info>>
Updated Your Member Data Yet? Email Survey is Fast and Easy.
Thanks to all members who completed the Board of Trade's membership update survey. For those who haven't yet, there's still time to make the most of your investment by updating your firm's information in the Board of Trade's database. Need another email survey? Have questions? Contact LisaSanders@bot.org or call 202.857.5942.
Register Now for Upcoming Events:
As autumn approaches, plan ahead today by registering online for Board of Trade events. You'll find a full schedule of networking, marketing and advocacy programs. Also, check out the following:
Sept. 15 - 2005 Top Washington Lawyers.
Join the Washington Business Journal to recognize the region's top attorneys. Reception and dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC. Register>> Questions?
Sept. 22 - Be a Part of the Art.
Which came first? "The Art of Business" or "The Business of Art?" Find out at the MetLife Foundation National Arts Forums, designed to engage business leaders in new methods of promoting and investing in the arts. The first forum, presented by the Board of Trade and the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, features a lively breakfast discussion at the Embassy of Canada. A second forum is scheduled for Oct. 27. Register>>
In the news...
Housing bubble less likely in Washington, says Fed vice chair
Washington Business Journal, August 5, 2005
D.C. to Army/Navy game, lacrosse finals: Wanna play?
Washington Business Journal, August 8, 2005
Home Price Fundamentals (second story on page)
The Washington Post, August 11, 2005
British software firm moves to Va., hunts for $10M
Washington
Business Journal, August 12, 2005
New D.C. Council: At odds with biz
MSNBC and Washington
Business Journal, August 12-18
Georgetown U. transfers tech to telemedicine startup
Washington Business Journal, August 19-25
Hold court with a big name
Washington Business Journal, August 19-25
