Greater Chamber's June Events

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

 

Prince William County–Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce
Press Release
For Immediate Release                       Contact: Andrea Whaley; Communications Director
Date:  June 1, 2010                      awhaley@pwcgmcc.org    (703) 753-7436
 
June Events
 
 
BROWN BAG SEMINAR
Wednesday, June 2nd, Noon-1:00 p.m.
Location: Western Prince William Branch Office, 7450 Heritage Village Plz., Ste. 202, Gainesville
Topic: “Dynamic Presentations”
Speaker: Allan Gimian, Northern Virginia Community College
Sponsor: Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Co.
Attend this seminar and depart having developed and presented a 1-minute "My Business" presentation. Learn the "how" and "why" of making a presentation of any type.
 
 
2010 VIRTUAL BUS TOUR- “Changing Our Tune”
Thursday, June 3rd, 8:00-11:30 a.m.
Location: Verizon Auditorium, George Mason University- Prince William Campus, 10900 University Blvd., Manassas
Main Event Sponsor: Falcon Communications Solutions, Inc.
 
Platinum Plus Sponsor: City of Manassas
 
Platinum Sponsors: City of Manassas Park
                             First Potomac Realty Trust
                             Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, PC
 
Gold Sponsors: Fulton Bank
                      Prince William Health System
 
Silver Sponsors: Broad Street Realty
      Grubb& Ellis Company
                         The Peterson Companies
                           Prince William County Dept. of Economic Development
      R.E. Daffan, Inc.
      R.W. Murray Co.
      PWC/Manassas Convention & Visitors Bureau
                         
This PowerPoint tour featuring aerial photos of properties throughout Manassas City, Manassas Park and Prince William County, will provide an exclusive preview of the commercial real estate market as well as the inside scoop on new and current projects and companies relocating or moving to our region. The presentation highlights 5 neighborhoods throughout the greater Prince William area. Some residential space will also be noted.
 
Cost of Virtual Passes to the Event: $65 for members; $80 for non-members (includes breakfast, presentation & Tour Book)
Please RSVP online at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.org/wire/events or call Cathy at 703-368-6600.
 
 
NEW MEMBER SHOWCASE
Friday, June 4th, 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Prince William Hospital-4th Floor Conference Room, 8700 Sudley Rd., Manassas
Event Sponsor: Network Solutions
Keep your contact list fresh and growing! Find out who's new to the Chamber! Visit the exhibits at this mini trade-show where you'll meet and network with new members who have joined since March 1st, 2010. This networking event is complimentary for Chamber members and their staff. Please RSVP online at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.org/wire/events or call Cathy at 703-368-6600.
 
NETWORK AT NOON
Monday, June 7th, Noon-1:00 p.m.
Location: Western Prince William Branch Office, 7450 Heritage Village Plz., Ste. 202, Gainesville
Complimentary networking event
 
 
BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS
Tuesday, June 8th, 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Host: Seasons Cards & Gifts, 8014 Crescent Park Dr., Gainesville
Complimentary networking event. Breakfast by Eggspectations.
 
BROWN BAG SEMINAR
Thursday, June 10th, Noon-1:00 p.m.
Location: Main Chamber Office, 8963 Center St., Manassas
Sponsored by: Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Co.
Topic: “Sit Well, Move Well, Sleep Well”
Speaker: Dr. Miok Hyoun, Green Jade Chiropractic
Sponsor: Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Co.
Would you like relief from a sore neck and upper back? Would you like to know what’s causing the numb and tingling feelings in your arms and hands when you first wake up in the morning? Does your lower back feel stiff after sitting or driving for a long time? Bring the pillow you use every night and attend this seminar to learn what Good Ergonomics are for sitting, working and sleeping. Find out how to reduce unpleasant muscle spasms and tightness. Discover the important relationship between proper ergonomics and the human body frame and how it affects your health and wellbeing. 
 
MONTHLY BUSINESS BUILDING BREAKFAST
Friday, June 11th, 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Sponsor: Freeman & Sherburne, Inc.
Host: Uno’s Chicago Grill, 7390 Atlas Walk Way, Gainesville
Complimentary Networking Event.
 
INSIGHT SERIES LUNCHEON
Wednesday, June 16th, 9:30-1:00 p.m.
Location: Best Western Battlefield Inn, 10820 Balls Ford Rd.
Manassas
Sponsor: PNC Bank
Media Sponsor: News & Messenger
Topic: “Great Customer Service Comes From the Heart”
Speaker:Bobbie Walker, Partnership Marketing Education Director for Virginia Tourism Corporation
An ideal event for managers and staff looking to excel in customer service! Come learn profound ways to consistently exceed customer expectations from a customer service expert. We will focus on attitude, consistency, service and teamwork. This seminar will be presented twice with lunch in between (11:30 am - 1:00 pm). Choose the morning or afternoon session to best fit your schedule. Lunch will include a "Best Practices" discussion.
 
Program: 9:30 - 11:30
Lunch: 11:30 - 1:00
Program: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
 
Members: $40 per person, $30 per person for 3 or more
Non-Members: $55
Please RSVP online at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.org/wire/events or call Cathy at 703-368-6600.
 
YP NOVA MONTHLY MIXER
Wednesday, June 16th, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Host: Bungalow Ale House, 7380 Atlas Walk Way
YP NOVA Sponsor: Advantage Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, LLC
Join the Young Professionals of Northern Virginia for a complimentary networking event featuring free access to the pool tables at Bungalow Ale House. Cash bar.
 
 
BROWN BAG SEMINAR
Thursday, June 17th, Noon-1:00 p.m.
Main Chamber Office, 8963 Center St., Manassas
Topic: “Make Your Message Memorable”
Speaker: Peggy Kimmey & C.C. Bartholomew, Speak Up Manassas
Sponsor: Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Co.
Attend this seminar and learn tips and techniques to improve the effectiveness of your live communications.
 
 
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Thursday, June 24th, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Host: BB&T- Heathcote,15000 Heathcote Blvd., Haymarket
This networking event is complimentary for Chamber members and their staff. Please RSVP online at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.org/wire/events or call Cathy at 703-368-6600.
 
 
CHAMBER 101 MENTORING SESSION / WIRE SITE TUTORIAL
Sponsor: J&J Automotive Service
Friday, June 25th
Western Prince William Branch Office, 7450 Heritage Village Plaza,
Ste. 202, Gainesville
Chamber 101 Mentoring Session: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Topic: “Grow Your Business with the Chamber”
New and veteran members alike–learn about all the tools the Chamber has to offer and how to put them to work for your organization. Bring your own brown bag lunch to this complimentary educational event and we’ll provide dessert and beverages.
 
Wire Site Tutorial: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Topic: “Chamber’s News & Events Wire”
Speakers: Jonathan Arehart and Chris LeCompte, Cavendo Corporation
Learn how to use the Chamber’s News & Events Wire so that your organization can start taking advantage of free publicity. These educational events are complimentary for Chamber members and their staff. Please RSVP online at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.org/wire/events or call Cathy at 703-368-6600.
 
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The Prince William County–Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce represents more than 1,000 businesses, professionals and organizations in Prince William County, Manassas, Manassas Park and the surrounding area. Since 1935, the Chamber has been a business and community leader. The Chamber’s number one goal is to help its members succeed. For more information, visit our website at www.pwcgmcc.org or call the Greater Chamber at 703-368-6600. For more information about the benefits of membership, contact Kris Johnson at 703-368-6600, ext. 15, or email kjohnson@pwcgmcc.org. Prince William County–Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce ... Your Greater Networking Connection. Also find us on Linkedin, Facebookand Twitter.