SFCC Newsletter February 2024 |
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| Casey Whitmarsh
SFCC Chair |
| Whether in personal relationships, professional endeavors, or societal engagements, the principle remains steadfast: if you don't participate, you can't reap the rewards.
That can also be said of your Chamber membership. Similarly, in professional arenas, those who contribute their time, skills, and efforts are often the ones who ascend the ladder of success. Whether it's through collaboration, innovation, or sheer hard work, active participation sets individuals apart. By immersing themselves in projects, initiatives, and collaborations, they position themselves to harvest the rewards of their labor. We focus a lot on ROI here at the Chamber. Our monthly Board session centers around what is best for you, our members. Each month we promote those activities and offerings which we think will benefit you most. |
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Not every opportunity is for every member. For those looking to broaden their brand awareness or publicize their events, the Chamber's popular social media can help. All you have to do is send your information or press release to our Executive Director at SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com.
For those who want to connect with other SFCC members, the Chamber offers regular networking events known as S.T.I.R.s. We invite members to attend ribbon cuttings, grand openings and open houses at fellow Chamber member businesses.
If the local community is integral to the success of your business, participation in the Chamber's booth at large community events may benefit you. Purchasing logo space on the Chamber's full-page ads could give you the local publicity you are seeking at a discounted price. Both would be at a fraction of the cost to you setting up your own booth or ad.
Participation is the key that unlocks the door to rewards. Two areas we are seeking member participation include our annual Achievement Honors and the Chair's Special Pilot Committee. Please read the details below and make the choice to get involved whether it is yourself, a staff member or co-worker representing your business. If you aspire to reap all the benefits a Chamber membership has to offer, remember this fundamental truth: if you don't participate, you can't reap the rewards. You reap what you sow. Participate now and reap the rewards. Feel free to reach out and ask us, “How?” Casey Whitmarsh
SFCC Chair
Casey@CaseyWhitmarsh.com |
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| It was all smiles as the ribbon was cut at the newly opened Ledo Pizza at Liberty Market. Folks from the local community joined Chamber members and our Chamber Board in welcoming our newest member to the business community.
Once the ribbon was cut, Ledo Manager Rekh Karki and his staff invited everyone inside the new store for some delicious pizza, meatballs, salad, and drinks.
The Chamber is excited to have Ledo Pizza as a new member and we encourage you to stop by and meet Rekh and his team and welcome them to the South Fairfax community! |
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Ledo Manager Rekh Karki and Chamber Chair Casey Whitmarsh, State Farm agent |
| Melinda Fortunato, Best Travel and her daughter enjoying some delicious pizza! |
Cassidy Donaghy and Nick Rinehart from Supervisor Storck’s staff, welcoming a new business to the community. |
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Nominations are officially open for the
2024 South Fairfax Chamber of Commerce Achievement Honors. The Member to Watch award recognizes a Chamber member for their innovation, creativity, and excellence in the South Fairfax community. The
Community Impact Award is a prestigious recognition that honors those who have made a significant impact through selfless acts of service, community development, and a spirit of generosity.
Please nominate a deserving Chamber member business for the Member to Watch Award and a community individual, group, nonprofit or business for our Community Impact Award. |
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Join the Chair's Special Pilot Committee |
SFCC Chair Casey Whitmarsh has appointed SFCC Executive Director Carla Olivo as the Chair of a Special Pilot Committee to address several pressing issues facing the Chamber.
The Chair's Special Pilot Committee is set to explore and evaluate revenue and membership and take steps to modernize the Chamber's approach to resolving these and other issues by conducting pilot programs and events that allow the Chamber to address:
• Relevancy to the local business community
• Relevancy to the general community overall
• Development of events and activities that are aligned with the Chamber’s values and goals If you would like to participate on this committee or would like one of your staff members to participate, please
email Carla at SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com. |
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The Ron Kowalski Real Estate Group's 15th Annual Monopoly Tournament to benefit LCAC is set for Saturday, Feb 24 at 9:AM at the Moose Lodge: 9612 Fernedge Lane.
The $35 ticket includes 1 player entry to tournament, breakfast, lunch, opportunities for door & tournament prizes. Sponsorships are still available.
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Potomac Music's Upbeat Scholarship is currently accepting applications.
This Chamber member established the Upbeat Scholarship, which grants a year of lessons to a student in need, in honor of a client, Petra Casipit who passed away from terminal pancreatic cancer in December of 2021.
Potomac Music has established a scholarship in Petra's honor for those who want to learn music but may not have the financial means to do so.
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This scholarship provides one year of 30-minute one-on-one music lessons at Potomac Music with a professional instructor. It also includes one rental instrument and instructional materials if applicable.
The Upbeat Scholarship is accepting applications now through February 22nd, 2024. Winners will be announced March 1st. |
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| Reserve logo space for your Business in the South County Athletic Booster Spring Sports Program! This four-color glossy program is seen by thousands of Fairfax County residents who attend SCHS sporting events throughout the year. Have your logo and business information seen for a fraction of the normal cost. Logo space on the Chamber's full-page ad is only $125.
Space is limited so don't delay.
Reserve your logo spot SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com! |
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