Across the Board
Our biweekly Across the Board newsletter keeps you informed of Board of Trade activities. Members and non-members can subscribe.
September 20, 2006
Local Elections Bring Host of New Leaders to Key Positions.
Results of last week’s DC and MD Democratic primaries will bring major change to our local political scene. Immediately following the elections, the Board of Trade congratulated all winners and pledged to work collaboratively to solve critical issues facing the District and the region. Read Election Wrap-Up Questions about DC politics? MD political questions?
Two Urgent Priorities: Federal Funds for Metro; Transportation Funding in VA.
There’s still time to write your U.S. Senator to advance legislation that would provide $1.5 billion in federal funding for Metro. And the Board of Trade’s bus trip to Richmond on Sept. 26 offers the chance to network with members and be present for a key legislative session on transportation funding, including dedicated money for Metro. Members are also urged to write members of VA’s House Finance Committee. Questions?
Connecting our Capitals: Region Bids on Nonstop Service to Beijing.
To assist United Airlines and the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority in a competitive bid to provide nonstop airline service between Washington Dulles and Beijing, a "Capital to Capital” coalition was recently formed, supported by the Board of Trade and the Greater Washington Initiative. A decision by the U.S. Department of Transportation is expected by year’s end. How you can help
Never Stop Learning: Executive Networks Welcomes Rising Execs.
The 2006 Class of Executive Networks, that begins Sept. 26 and includes six sessions over 10 weeks, is a senior-level Board of Trade program that brings rising execs together with current business and civic leaders. Sessions focus on regional issues, leadership and peer network development. Check out the list of executives participating this year. For more info, contact Steve Longley, 202.857.5923.
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 three small business awards, to be presented at the 3rd Annual Small Business Network Dinner on Nov. 8. Awards include: Guiding Small Business Growth, Most Engaged Small Business, and Most Expanded Company. Nominations are due Oct. 4. Download Nomination Form and Criteria Register for dinner
Join us for Fall and Winter Events!
From educational sessions on Finding the Middle Market (Oct. 10) and Re-branding Riggs to PNC (Oct. 12), to the Fall Business Classic (Oct. 11) and Annual Meeting (Dec. 7), the Board of Trade’s calendar offers something for all tastes and timeframes. Details
New Ads Promote the Board of Trade’s Diverse Community of Members.
Testimonial ads by Cynthia Harris (C.B. Harris & Company) and Charito Kruvant (Creative Associates International) describing their Board of Trade membership experience were designed by MDB Communications’ new Creative Director Richard Coad, responsible for Subway’s popular “Jared” diet ads. Watch for the ads in the Washington Business Journal. View ads Tell us about your membership experience
Highly Educated Workforce is Focus of New GWI Ads.
The Greater Washington Initiative kicked off a fall advertising campaign highlighting the region's well-educated workforce. Watch for the light-hearted new ads in print and online in The Washington Post, The Washington Times and Washington Flyer. View ads More info
Welcome New Members.
Please check out this impressive list of new Board of Trade members and consider doing business with this diverse group of companies and organizations. To download the Digital Directory, click here. And don’t forget to check out news and events submitted by fellow members!
