Casey Whitmarsh
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I wanted to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible support the Chamber Board and membership has provided me as your Chair over the last year. Your unwavering encouragement and assistance have made a significant impact, and I am truly thankful.
It's often easy to overlook the importance of a strong support system, but I want you to know that your presence and support have been invaluable to the Chamber as a whole. The SFCC depends on its members to participate and support where they can.
As we each navigate the ups and downs of business, it is vital that we keep the Chamber strong. You can do that by taking advantage of the regular Brand Awareness offerings. Purchasing an ad in the SCHS Athletic Booster Sports Program or on the Chamber's flyer insert allows the Chamber to keep offering member benefits. |
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Sponsorships are another revenue stream we count on to be able to continue offering complimentary networking opportunities as well as the Chamber's participation in the local community. Current sponsorship opportunities include the upcoming November Networking STIR at the Laurel Hill Golf Club on November 16. Join us for light refreshments while we network and honor our local military veterans.
I hope you will also consider supporting our efforts to be a part of the largest holiday community event in the local area, the upcoming 18th annual Lorton Holiday Extravaganza attended by 3,000+. The SFCC sponsors a breakfast for the 190+ small business owners on the morning of the Extravaganza. Chamber members have the opportunity to be represented on the welcome sign at the Vendor Appreciation Breakfast, in the Chamber's booth at the Extravaganza and on the full-page color insert which goes into Chamber-branded shopping bags handed to shoppers as they come through the door. For more information on any of these opportunities, email our Executive Director Carla Olivo at SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com.
I hope to see each of you at the Salute to Veterans Networking STIR on November 16!
Casey Whitmarsh
SFCC Chair Casey@CaseyWhitmarsh.com
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Welcome to the SFCC Board
Chamber Chair Casey Whitmarsh, Executive Director Carla Olivo and the SFCC Board would like to take this opportunity to welcome our newest Board member, Mr. Brian Gottlieb. Brian is an award-winning Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty and is a valued member of the Chamber. We look forward to working with your Brian! |
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October Networking S.T.I.R. |
Huge thanks to Rhian Evans Allvin, Founder of the Brynmor Early Education and Preschool and her dedicated staff for hosting the Chamber at their beautiful, new facility for our October Networking S.T.I.R. It was exciting to tour the state-of-the-art classrooms and play areas. As one Chamber Member said, "It almost makes you want to have more kids!" Hmmm....ALMOST! |
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Brynmor Founder Rhian Evans Allvin |
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Congressman Gerry Connelly of Virginia's 11th District will join us for our November STIR - Salute to Veterans at Laurel Hill Golf Club on November 16.
Congressman Connolly is a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability and serves as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation. He also serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. |
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Join us at our November Networking STIR as we salute our local military veterans and those Chamber members with military service. Take this opportunity to catch up with fellow Chamber members and connect with new members too. There will be light refreshments provided and a cash bar from 5:30p-8p.
The SFCC is also hosting a clothing drive to benefit Boots to Suits, a Richmond nonprofit, dedicated to providing professional clothing to recently retired or separated members of the military. Donations will be collected at the front of the Laurel Hill Golf Club on November 16 from 5:30p-7:30p.
Sponsorships for this special evening are still available. Please email Executive Director Carla Olivo at SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com. |
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Petite Smiles Ribbon Cutting |
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SFCC members and the Lorton community were on hand as Petite Smiles Boutique Pediatric Dentistry opened their new office at Liberty Market last month. Dr. Heba Rashed is bringing specialized, comprehensive oral health care to South Fairfax from infancy to adolescence, including those with special health care needs.
SFCC Executive Director Carla Olivo welcomed Chamber members and distinguished guests. Chamber Chair, Mr. Casey Whitmarsh made remarks. "Today's event is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit that thrives in the Lorton community. This ribbon-cutting is about more than just a new business; it's about growth, collaboration, and the vibrant future we continue to build together." |
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The Chamber prides itself in offering members the opportunity to have maximum exposure in the community. Winter or Spring Athletic Booster Sports Program
Join our full-page ad in the Winter or Spring South County Athletic Booster Sports Programs. Have your logo and business information seen by thousands for a fraction of the normal cost. Logo space on the Chamber's full-page ad is only $125. Purchase one Winter and one Spring logo space for only $225. Space is limited so don't delay. Reserve your logo spot today by emailing SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com.
Extravaganza Welcome Sign & Shopping Bag Flyer
Join our 8x10 color flyer going into the shopping bags handed to those attending the 18th annual Lorton Holiday Extravaganza! Have your Business logo on the Welcome Sign at the Chamber sponsored Vendor Appreciation Breakfast and at the Chamber Booth on the Extravaganza floor. All this for only $80.
Call for Volunteers The Chamber needs a few extra hands for the Lorton Holiday Extravaganza on Dec. 2. We are hosting the Vendor Appreciation Breakfast, a blood donation drive for SFCC Member Inova, and a Chamber booth on the Extravaganza floor. We could use member assistance in representing the SFCC that day. For more information on any of these opportunities or to lend a hand, email our Executive Director Carla Olivo at SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com. |
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