The meeting will begin with a presentation on the 2015 and 2016 federal budgets by Kevin Brancato, Director of Government Sales Research, Bloomberg Government. The discussion will also include an overview of the Gov Con council followed by an open roundtable discussion focusing on the industry challenges and opportunities attendees are experiencing. The Gov Con council is the Chamber's largest and most active council. This group alone facilita...

The lack of women in top corporate roles continues to make news headlines. With just 15 or 16 percent of Corporate level positions in the private sector filled by women,a national debate IS underway about women’s struggles to land top corporate jobs. Yet, more than ever, women in executive level positions continue to grow within the Government Contracting sector. Join the Fairfax Chamber for the annual Women in Government Contracting pro...

The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce invites regional Small Business Federal Contractors to its first Government Contracting event of 2011. This must attend event focuses on DoD growth opportunities for small businesses, workshops on hot areas in DoD procurement and access to ARMY and DoD agencies located at Fort Belvoir. Small businesses will be able to learn how to engage with ARMY tenants, understand mission requirements, identify governm...

The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce is proud to once again host one of the most important events in Virginia politics. Recognized as the region's premier and most powerful business organization, the Fairfax County Chamber has hosted a debate in every major political race since 1989. This year's debate promises to be the political event of the season and seats are very limited. Tables of ten (10) are available for members at $1,000 and non-m...

A Look at the Privatization of Government Services for Better Efficiency During these difficult budgetary times, a panel of experts will lead a discussion of ideas on how the county can use competitive sourcing for greater efficiency in operations while creating economic opportunity for area businesses. The Chamber has a long-standing policy position of encouraging privatization of government services, whenever possible. Competitive Sourcing...