Across the Board

Our biweekly Across the Board newsletter keeps you informed of Board of Trade activities. Members and non-members can subscribe.

November 16, 2005

Post-Election Update: Board of Trade Connects with Kaine Transition Team, Celebrates VA Legislators’ Victories. The Board of Trade has extended congratulations to Governor-Elect Tim Kaine, and reached out to his transition team with a detailed legislative agenda released last month. Also, the Board’s advocacy team congratulated successful candidates for Virginia’s State Assembly who were supported by the Board of Trade’s Virginia Political Action Committee. Click here for a list of these newly elected legislators. More info

Andrew Scott Joins Staff as Government Relations Director for MD. With 12+ years of experience in journalism and state and local government affairs in Maryland, Andrew J. Scott joined the Board of Trade advocacy team this week. Most recently, he was the director of Washington area transit programs for the MD Department of Transportation. Andy may be reached at AndrewScott@bot.org or 202.857.5963. Read More

Big Kudos to Small Business Network Award Winners. At last week’s 2nd Annual Small Business Network Dinner, keynoted by Sheila Johnson-Newman, owner of the Washington Mystics and Salamander Resort & Spa, the Board of Trade presented awards to honor the significant contribution of small businesses to our region’s economy. Thanks again to event sponsors and silent auction donors! Awards included:

Guiding Small Business Growth: Paula Haedel, CGI-AMS
Most Engaged Small Business: Denise Hart, Denise Hart & Company
Most Expanded Company: Cynthia Harris, C.B. Harris & Company
"One to Watch:" Michael Beale, Mb Staffing Services

Regional Development Task Force Hits the Road. To give members a first-hand look at key projects in DC, the Board of Trade’s Regional Development Task Force organized a bus tour on Nov. 4, guided by Ellen McCarthy, Director of DC’s Office of Planning. Sponsored by Foley & Lardner as part of the Board’s Executive Briefing series, the tour drew nearly 40 members. Bus stops included the old GWU Hospital site, old DC Convention Center site, Sursum Corda housing project, and the Anacostia Waterfront / Stadium site. More info on RDTF

Local “Smart Growth” Projects Recognized. A jury formed by the Washington Smart Growth Alliance (SGA) recently recognized three new development proposals as outstanding examples of smart growth: a mixed-use development east of the Anacostia River in DC; a town center in eastern Loudoun County; and a redevelopment near the Courthouse Metro in Arlington. The SGA is a coalition of the Board of Trade, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Coalition for Smarter Growth, Metro Washington Builders’ Council and ULI Washington. Read more

“Tis the Season”…Looking for Cultural Links? Support our cultural scene this holiday season and throughout 2006! The Board of Trade’s Cultural Promotion Task Force is making it easier for members to stay connected to the area’s amazing array of culture – from music, dance, and theater to museum and historical exhibits. Check out the Task Force page at www.bot.org for links to member’s diverse offerings.

Upcoming Events

Nov. 29 - Washington Business Hall of Fame Dinner. An annual tradition to benefit Junior Achievement. Register

Dec. 1 - @Six Reception at AFI. Network in the historic, downtown Silver Spring movie theater…and then stay to enjoy a show! Register

Dec. 8 - Annual Meeting Luncheon. It’s THE time for Board of Trade members to celebrate the year’s end and look ahead to ’06. You’ll have time to network with elected leaders and 800 of your colleagues. Register

Other News of Note

National Marathon: A New Race to Welcome Spring in DC: For area runners, it’s time to race to www.NationalMarathon.com to register for the inaugural running on March 25, 2006. The Greater Washington Sports Alliance is producing this all-new event that will start and finish at historic RFK Stadium. Only 5,000 entries available. Details