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SUMMARY:Executive Roundtable with Tom Barkin
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Board of Trade is pleased to welcome back Tom Barkin\, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond\, for our Fall Executive Roundtable.  \nAs Greater Washington navigates federal budget uncertainty\, housing affordability challenges\, and evolving workforce dynamics\, business leaders need clear perspective on the economic forces at play. Tom will share the Federal Reserve’s outlook and engage with members on how these dynamics intersect with our region’s competitiveness.  \nThis event will feature a conversational roundtable. Members will have the chance to exchange views directly with one of the Federal Reserve’s most influential voices\, moving beyond headlines to discuss on-the-ground business conditions and the broader economic outlook. \nTo preserve the interactive nature of the discussion\, participation will be limited. We encourage early registration to ensure your place at the table. \nThis event is for Board of Trade executive members and invited guests. Please email events@boardoftrade.org with any questions. \n  \nThank you to Akin for hosting this conversation!   \n \n\n  \nExplore insights from our spring session below: \nExecutive Leadership Roundtable Recap: Leaders Respond to a Changing Economy\n\n \nOn May 9 at our Downtown D.C. office\, the Greater Washington Board of Trade convened a candid Executive Leadership Roundtable with Tom Barkin\, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. This session brought together senior executives from across the region for an exchange on national economic trends\, regional business conditions\, and the future of our workforce and markets. \n\nView Recap\n\n\nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n\n2025 Fall Business Classic presented by Atlantic Union Bank \n \n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/roundtable-executive-leadership-with-tom-barkin-3/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Moving People\, Powering Growth in partnership with United Airlines
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs Greater Washington continues to grow\, transportation and connectivity remain at the heart of how our region evolves—shaping where people live and work\, how businesses compete\, and how opportunities are shared across communities. \nThis discussion will examine: \n\nHow mobility continues to influence regional growth and competitiveness\nGreater Washington’s role as a hub connecting people\, business\, and opportunity\nWith D.C. now ranked the most congested metro in the nation\, how we can turn this challenge into solutions that sustain competitiveness and quality of life\n\n  \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-the-region-in-motion-in-partnership-with-united-airlines/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251028T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251028T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Reimagining CSR & Corporate-Nonprofit Partnerships with Melwood
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nCorporate social responsibility (CSR) is undergoing a transformation—moving beyond one-time donations and sponsorships toward deeper\, more strategic partnerships between businesses and nonprofits. Today\, companies are rethinking their approach to CSR by aligning with organizations in ways that create measurable impact\, shared value\, and stronger outcomes for communities. Led by Larysa Kautz\, President & CEO of Melwood\, this discussion will bring together business and nonprofit leaders to reflect on where CSR is headed and how collaboration can evolve. \nWe’ll discuss: \n\nThe current state of CSR and where it’s heading\nHow businesses are engaging with nonprofits in new\, more strategic ways\nOpportunities to align impact\, not just investment\n\n  \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-reimagining-csr-corporate-nonprofit-partnerships-with-melwood/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: State Leadership and Regional Competitiveness
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs Virginia’s political landscape takes shape\, business and civic leaders are watching closely to understand what’s next for the region. This discussion will explore how the election outcome could influence economic growth priorities\, business climate\, and regional policy alignment – and what it means for competitiveness and collaboration across DC\, Maryland\, and Virginia. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-state-leadership-and-regional-competitiveness/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251107T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251107T130000
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SUMMARY:GWBOT Officers & Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nFor more than 135 years\, the Board of Trade has represented all industry sectors in the District of Columbia\, suburban Maryland\, and Northern Virginia. Pro-business and non-partisan\, we use our tremendous convening power to drive smart\, innovative solutions for inclusive economic growth and livability. \nAs part of our governance and by-laws\, the Board of Trade holds regular meetings with Officers and Board Members to review operational plans. This event is invitation only. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Fall Business Classic presented by Atlantic Union Bank
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/gwbot-officer-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T110000
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SUMMARY:Agenda Watch 2025 with K&L Gates
DESCRIPTION:  \nFederal decisions are reshaping the economic landscape at a pace that demands both adaptability and foresight. From budget priorities to workforce shifts\, D.C. governance changes\, and the rapid growth of the digital economy\, national policymaking is shaping the Capital Region’s long-term competitiveness. \nIn the second installment of Agenda Watch 2025\, experts from K&L Gates will connect these national shifts to the realities facing regional leaders. \nTopics will include: \n\nHow organizations can prepare and navigate volatility\nHow governance changes may affect business confidence\nWhere investments in technology\, infrastructure\, energy\, and transit could spark new opportunities\nBuilding resilience to advance the Capital Region’s long-term competitiveness\n\nThis is a moment for leaders to zoom out from the churn of daily updates and engage with the bigger picture. Participants will leave with a deeper sense of the dynamics shaping the region and insights on how to lead with steadiness in uncertain times. \nThis event is reserved for Board of Trade members. Please email events@boardoftrade.org with any questions. \n  \nThank you to K&L Gates for making this convening possible. \n \n  \nExplore insights from our spring session below: \nAgenda Watch: Leading Through the First 100 Days\n\n \nThe first 100 days of a presidential administration are typically seen as a critical window for shaping priorities and building momentum. But as we heard in our latest Agenda Watch session – hosted in partnership with K&L Gates – this administration isn’t waiting around. The pace is so rapid\, you can barely compute the first 100 hours\, let alone the first 100 days.  \n\nView Recap\n\n\nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/agenda-watch-washington-at-a-crossroads-with-kl-gates/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251113T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Energy\, Infrastructure\, and Growth
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-energy-infrastructure-and-growth/
LOCATION:Chevy Chase\, MD
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T160000
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SUMMARY:State of Maryland Economy with Governor Wes Moore presented by MGM National Harbor
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the Greater Washington Board of Trade in partnership with MGM National Harbor for a special conversation with Governor Wes Moore on Maryland’s economic outlook\, priorities\, and vision for inclusive growth. As the Moore–Miller Administration continues advancing its agenda to make Maryland more competitive\, equitable\, and sustainable\, this discussion will explore how strategic investments in infrastructure\, workforce development\, and innovation are shaping the state’s future. \nGovernor Moore will share insights on his key priorities—from growing jobs and attracting investment to fostering collaboration across the public and private sectors—to ensure all Marylanders have access to opportunity. \nAgenda:\n2:30 PM – Registration & Networking\n3:00 PM – Program with Governor Moore\n3:45 PM – Closing Remarks \nThis event is reserved for Board of Trade members and invited guests. Please email us at events@boardoftrade.org if you have any questions. \n  \nThank you to MGM National Harbor for making this event possible. \n \n  \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/state-of-maryland-economy-with-governor-wes-moore-presented-by-mgm-national-harbor/
LOCATION:Oxon Hill\, MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Transportation and Regional Connectivity in partnership with United Airlines
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nEfficient mobility is central to the region’s competitiveness and quality of life. This discussion will explore how transportation and infrastructure investments can improve workforce access\, enable business growth\, and enhance Greater Washington’s long-term economic vitality. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-transportation-and-regional-connectivity-in-partnership-with-united-airlines/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251121T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251121T110000
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente
DESCRIPTION:View photos from our 2024 Annual Meeting\n\nPowering the Capital Region’s Next Economy\nA tradition since 1889\, the Board of Trade Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente  brings members together to celebrate achievements and shape our strategic vision for the year ahead. This year\, we’ll look at how the Capital Region competes as an innovation-led economy. The edge will come from aligning talent\, capital\, customers\, brand\, and energy—and we’ll examine where those forces accelerate or constrain growth\, plus what senior leaders can do now to keep projects on schedule and investment flowing. \nThis is a must-attend member event with industry leaders and valuable networking. \nBrief Agenda:\n\n8:30 AM: Registration & Networking\n9:00 AM: Welcome & Remarks\n9:30 AM: Breakfast Served \n10:00 AM: Keynote Address; Steven Goldbach\, Principal\, Sustainability leader\, Deloitte US & Co-Author of Hone: How Purposeful Leaders Defy Drift \n10:30 AM: Board of Trade Business and Work in 2025 & Looking Ahead to 2026\n11:00 AM: Event Concludes \n\n  \nRegistration:\n\nThis event is reserved for Board of Trade member companies and their invited guests only. \nEach attendee must register individually using the appropriate link below. A formal confirmation email with event logistics will be sent by the GWBOT Events Team as the date approaches. Please add the event to your calendar after registering. \n\nClaim Complimentary Tickets  – available based on your membership level\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Additional Tickets – $275 per ticket\n\nMembership Levels & Complimentary Ticket(s)\nMember – 1 ticket\nBusiness Level – 1 ticket\nCorporate Council – 2 tickets\nLeadership Council – 2 tickets\nExecutive Council – 5 tickets\nChairman’s Council – Premium Table of 10\n\n \nWhat to Know Before You Register:\n\nComplimentary tickets are based on your organization’s membership level and are intended for employees or invited guests.\nEach attendee must register individually to secure their spot.\nNeed more tickets? Additional seats can be purchased at the member rate.\nContact us to request the nonprofit rate or purchase multiple paid tickets in a single transaction.\nIf your plans change\, we’re happy to issue a refund for paid tickets—just let us know at least 21 business days before the event.\nSpace is limited and this event tends to fill quickly\, so early registration is encouraged.\n\nQuestions or special requests? Contact us at events@boardoftrade.org. \n  \n\nSee highlights from last our 2024 Annual Meeting (Including a speech from Maryland Gov. Wes Moore)\nBoard of Trade hosts 135th Annual Meeting\, highlighting successes and future goals \n \nThank you to our sponsors for making this event possible!
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/2025-annual-meeting-presented-by-kaiser-permanente/
LOCATION:Tysons VA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T113000
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SUMMARY:2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
DESCRIPTION:Designing a Future Ready Transit and Mobility Network\nThe Greater Washington Board of Trade and the Greater Washington Partnership host the Capital Region Transportation Forum annually\, bringing together leading minds to examine the region’s transportation challenges and opportunities.  \nWith national attention on autonomous vehicles\, electrified fleets\, and smart corridors\, this year’s forum will convene leading voices from business\, government\, and technology to explore how emerging innovations are reshaping infrastructure\, policy\, and the regional economy. Additionally\, hear from Randy Clarke\, General Manager and CEO of WMATA\, on the current state of our region’s Metro system\, as well as concluding updates from the DMV Moves Task Force\, which made its final recommendations earlier this fall.  \n  \n\nRegistration:\nThis event is open to the public.  \n\n\nEach attendee must register individually using the link below. A formal confirmation email with event logistics will be sent by the GWBOT Events Team as the date approaches. Please add the event to your calendar after registering. \n\nRegister Here\n\nQuestions or special requests? Contact us at events@boardoftrade.org. \n\n  \nThank you to our sponsors for making this event possible!
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/2025-capital-region-transportation-forum/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251209T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T180000
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SUMMARY:Salon Reception at the Virginia Mae Center
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Board of Trade’s salon series brings executives together for high-level networking in distinctive settings that showcase the vibrancy of our region. This December\, we gather at the Virginia Mae Center\, the newly renovated retreat and conference center located at the Washington National Cathedral. \nLong known as a place of quiet reflection and gracious hospitality\, the Virginia Mae Center has been thoughtfully restored as a modern space for convening\, collaboration\, and exchange. Its renovation is both a preservation of history and a sign of Greater Washington’s economic vitality. \nAmid seasonal bites and beverages\, guests will tour the revitalized venue and connect with peers in a setting designed to spark fresh relationships\, new ideas\, and meaningful conversation. Come close out the year with warmth\, reflection\, and a shared commitment to a thriving region. \nThis event is exclusively for Board of Trade executive members and invited guests. Please email events@boardoftrade.org with any questions. \n  \nThank you to our sponsors for making this event possible! \n \n\nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2026 Mid-Winter Dinner presented by PNC Bank \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/virginia-mae-center-salon/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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SUMMARY:Communications & Public Relations Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for the GWBOT Communications & Public Relations Roundtable to explore how peers are navigating shifts\, refining narratives\, and ensuring communications remain clear\, relevant\, and aligned with long-term goals. This conversation is an opportunity to exchange strategies\, share insights\, and navigate the evolving landscape together as we wrap up 2025 and head into 2026. \nWe look forward to a thoughtful conversation with peers ready to support one another. Please reach out to events@boardoftrade.org with any questions. \nKey Event Details:   \n\nDate: Wednesday\, December 10\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation: Zoom (Login details provided via Zoom once registration is completed) \nWho Should Attend: Mid- and senior-level communication\, marketing\, and PR leaders eager to exchange insights and build skills. Board of Trade members only.\nCo-Leads: These roundtables are led by GWBOT board members:\n\n Michael Akin\, President\, LINK Strategic Partners\nBeth Johnson\, Founder and CEO\, RP3 Agency\n\n\n\nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2026 Mid-Winter Dinner presented by PNC Bank \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/communications-public-relations-roundtable/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T110000
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SUMMARY:GWBOT Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nFor more than 135 years\, the Board of Trade has represented all industry sectors in the District of Columbia\, suburban Maryland\, and Northern Virginia. Pro-business and non-partisan\, we use our tremendous convening power to drive smart\, innovative solutions for inclusive economic growth and livability. \nAs part of our governance and by-laws\, the Board of Trade holds regular meetings with Officers and Board Members to review operational plans. This event is invitation only. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2025 Annual Meeting presented by Kaiser Permanente \n \n2025 Capital Region Transportation Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/gwbot-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260116T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260116T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Looking Ahead to 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-looking-ahead-to-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260127T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Looking Ahead to 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n \nLearn More and Register for 106th Mid-Winter Dinner \n\n2025 Year in Review and 2026 Outlook \n \n\nBeyond gridlock: Integrated\, tech-driven mobility underpins Greater Washington’s future | WBJ Viewpoint
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T133000
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Preparing the Workforce for a Diversifying Economy
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n \nLearn More and Register for 106th Mid-Winter Dinner \n\nBoard of Trade Addresses ‘Workplace of Tomorrow’ at GW Business & Policy Forum \n \n\nCoffee & Conversation Recap: Confronting Hunger and Economic Insecurity in Greater Washington
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-preparing-the-workforce-for-a-diversifying-economy/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260211T203000
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SUMMARY:Annual Chair's Dinner Honoring Jeremy Blank
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Board of Trade’s Annual Chair’s Dinner is an elegant evening for our board members to honor and celebrate the leadership and accomplishments of our outgoing 2025 Chair\, Jeremy Blank. We’re honored to convene and recognize Jeremy and his dedication to the Board. \nThis event is reserved for Board of Trade Board Members and invited guests. Please contact events@boardoftrade.org with any questions and to learn more about purchasing tickets. \n  \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n2026 Mid-Winter Dinner presented by PNC Bank
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/annual-chairs-dinner-honoring-jeremy-blank/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260116T162735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T222611Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Strengthening the DMV’s Energy Systems for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n \nLearn More and Register for 106th Mid-Winter Dinner \n\nGreater Washington’s energy future hinges on balancing infrastructure growth with rising electricity demand | WBJ Viewpoint \n \n\nBoth man and machine are causing big changes in the Washington\, D.C. region | WTOP
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-strengthening-the-dmvs-energy-systems-for-a-sustainable-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260116T163124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T222635Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Well-Being as a Strategic Driver of Employee Performance
DESCRIPTION:  \nOur executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n \nLearn More and Register for 106th Mid-Winter Dinner \n\nBoard of Trade Addresses ‘Workplace of Tomorrow’ at GW Business & Policy Forum \n \n\nBeyond gridlock: Integrated\, tech-driven mobility underpins Greater Washington’s future | WBJ Viewpoint
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-well-being-as-a-strategic-driver-of-employee-performance/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260116T163927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T192044Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Deploying Next-Generation Technologies at Scale in the DMV
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAs energy demand rises and infrastructure ages\, the region faces pivotal choices that will shape its long-term competitiveness. This discussion will examine how collaboration\, innovation\, and investment can strengthen the grid\, support sustainability goals\, and power Greater Washington’s next wave of growth. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \nMORE UPCOMING EVENTS AND BOARD OF TRADE NEWS\n \nLearn More and Register for 106th Mid-Winter Dinner \n\nBoth man and machine are causing big changes in the Washington\, D.C. region | WTOP \n \n\nBeyond gridlock: Integrated\, tech-driven mobility underpins Greater Washington’s future | WBJ Viewpoint
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-deploying-next-generation-technologies-at-scale-in-the-dmv/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260225T024944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T024944Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Building a Competitive DMV
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nAligning capital with growth opportunities is central to the region’s economic resilience and long-term competitiveness. This discussion will explore how Greater Washington can better mobilize public and private investment to support sustainable growth\, strengthen key industries\, and position the region for durable economic vitality. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-building-a-competitive-dmv/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260319T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260225T025653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T155640Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Mobility to Keep Greater Washington Connected in partnership with United Airlines
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nModern mobility and infrastructure are critical to Greater Washington’s ability to adapt to growth and remain competitive. This discussion will examine strategies that strengthen transportation systems\, expand workforce connectivity\, and support business expansion\, positioning the region for sustained economic vitality and long-term resilience. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-mobility-to-keep-greater-washington-connected-in-partnership-with-united-airlines/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20251023T140240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T160100Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Mid-Winter Dinner presented by PNC Bank
DESCRIPTION:View photos from our 2025 Mid-Winter Dinner \n  \nJoin us for our 106th Mid-Winter Dinner\, presented by PNC Bank\, and enjoy an evening of elegance and entertainment at the Washington National Cathedral! \nThis signature black-tie gathering features a three-course seated dinner and brings together more than 600 of the region’s most influential business\, government\, and civic leaders. As one of our most valued networking traditions\, the Mid-Winter Dinner is a celebration of the relationships\, collaboration\, and shared commitment that strengthen Greater Washington’s business community. \nDuring the reception\, guests will enjoy a special performance by a brass quintet from the United States Marine Band. Known as “The President’s Own\,” the Marine Band is the oldest continuously active professional music organization in the United States\, established in 1798. This distinguished ensemble adds a timeless and distinctly patriotic note to an already exceptional evening at the Cathedral. \nTimeline: \n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Reception – Cocktails & Networking\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Seated Dinner\n8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Dessert & Networking \nRegistration & Ticketing:\nThis event is reserved for Board of Trade member companies and their invited guests only. \nEach attendee must register or purchase using the appropriate link below. A formal confirmation email with event logistics will be sent by the GWBOT Events Team as the date approaches. Please add the event to your calendar after registering. \n\nPurchase Tickets\, Half-Table\, Full Table\, or Premium Table\nClaim Complimentary Tickets – only available based on your membership level below\n\nTable & Individual Ticket Rates \n• Premium Table (10): $7\,500.00\n• Standard Table (10): $5\,950.00\n• Half Table (5): $2\,975.00\n• Individual Member Rate: $595.00 \nMembership Levels & Complimentary Ticket(s) \n• Chairman’s Council: 10 tickets (1 premium table)\n• Executive Council: 10 tickets (1 standard table)\n• Leadership Council: 3 tickets\n• Corporate Council: Purchase at $595 per ticket\n• Business Level: Purchase at $595 per ticket\n• Member: Purchase at $595 per ticket \nFor member organizations receiving complimentary tickets: additional tables and individual tickets may be purchased once complimentary tickets have been fully claimed. \nWhat to Know Before You Register:\n\nComplimentary tickets are based on your organization’s membership level and are intended for employees or invited guests.\nEach attendee must be registered individually or included within a purchased table to confirm attendance.\nSpace is limited and the Mid-Winter Dinner typically sells out; early registration is strongly encouraged.\nNonprofit rate available upon request.\nRefunds for paid tickets are available up to 10 business days prior to the event.\nThis is a black-tie\, seated gala with no formal program\, offering an evening of exceptional dining and meaningful connection among the region’s leaders.\n\nFor questions or special requests\, please contact events@boardoftrade.org. \n  \nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/2026-mid-winter-dinner-presented-by-pnc-bank/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260225T031336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T150716Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Virginia Legislative Session Regional Impacts
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nKey decisions made during Virginia’s latest legislative session are shaping the policy environment across the region. This discussion will provide an overview of key outcomes from the Virginia session and explore their implications for cross-jurisdiction collaboration\, economic strategy\, and the region’s shared policy landscape. \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-virgina-legislative-session-regional-impacts/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260317T124030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T131730Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Advancing Education for a Digital Future
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nPreparing students for tomorrow means rethinking education today. This discussion will explore how education systems across the region can evolve to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.  \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \n  \nRelated Content on Education and Digital Solutions for Greater Washington:\nA new era for Greater Washington: Leading the digital economy | WBJ Viewpoint
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-advancing-education-for-a-digital-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260306T213221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T183240Z
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SUMMARY:DC Election Watch Roundtable with Mayoral Candidate Kenyan McDuffie
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Board of Trade’s DC Election Watch series\, hosted in partnership with Holland & Knight\, this roundtable offers members exclusive\, small-group access to mayoral candidate Kenyan McDuffie. \nThe session will feature a moderated conversation focused on the District’s leadership\, policy direction\, and economic future. \nIn this intimate setting\, participants will engage directly with McDuffie on the priorities shaping Washington’s next chapter and what they mean for the business community. \nAttendance is limited to support candid discussion and meaningful dialogue. \nThis program is by invitation only for Board of Trade members. For more information\, please contact events@boardoftrade.org.
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/dc-election-watch-roundtable-with-mayoral-candidate-kenyan-mcduffie/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260317T123958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130223Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Driving Growth That Lasts in the Region
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nHow the region plans today will shape how it grows tomorrow. This conversation will explore how the region can position itself for sustainable growth\, balancing innovation\, infrastructure\, and long-term planning.  \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \n  \nRelated Readings on Driving Region Growth in Greater Washington:\nBoard of Trade Addresses ‘Workplace of Tomorrow’ at GW Business & Policy Forum
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-driving-growth-that-lasts-in-the-region/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260205T170922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T191047Z
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SUMMARY:Bourbon Tasting Salon at the O Museum
DESCRIPTION:Great experiences invite us to slow down\, pay attention\, and discover something new. Whether you’re a longtime bourbon enthusiast or simply curious to learn more\, exploring craftsmanship\, creativity\, and flavor offers a unique way to connect with both the moment and each other.  \nJoin the Greater Washington Board of Trade for an exclusive Salon experience at O Museum in The Mansion\, one of Washington’s most distinctive cultural destinations. Set among hidden rooms and eclectic galleries\, this intimate gathering offers the perfect backdrop for an evening of discovery and conversation.  \nGuests will enjoy a guided tasting of Heaven’s Door Whiskey\, the premium bourbon brand founded by legendary artist Bob Dylan. Led by industry experts\, the tasting will explore flavor profiles\, production techniques\, and creative inspiration behind each expression\, offering a deeper appreciation for the art of whiskey-making. As a special highlight\, attendees will be among the first in the nation to sample newly released Heaven’s Door products.  \nThroughout the evening\, guests will enjoy light fare and beverages while networking informally and exploring the museum’s immersive spaces. Designed to be both refined and approachable\, this experience encourages meaningful connection\, shared discovery\, and a fresh perspective on premium spirits.  \nThis event is exclusively for Board of Trade members and invited guests. Please email events@boardoftrade.org with any questions.  \n  \nThank you to our sponsor for making this event possible!
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/bourbon-tasting-at-the-o-museum-salon/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152418
CREATED:20260317T123900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T130658Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Lunch: Energy Solutions for a Growing Capital Region
DESCRIPTION:Our executive meal series is about connecting with other business leaders in a relaxed\, intimate setting. Conversations are loosely facilitated by a Board of Trade member and address timely topics impacting the business community. \nMeeting growing demand will require innovative thinking around the region’s energy future. This discussion will explore how the region can develop innovative and sustainable energy solutions to support the growing demands of the DMV.  \nThis is a member only event. For more details\, please inquire through events@boardoftrade.org. \n  \nRelated Readings on Energy Solutions for Greater Washington:\nStrengthening the DMV Region’s Energy Future \n \nGreater Washington’s energy future hinges on balancing infrastructure growth with rising electricity demand | WBJ Viewpoint
URL:https://www.bot.org/event/executive-lunch-energy-solutions-for-a-growing-capital-region/
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