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We are the Voice of Business in Northern Virginia®.

97 years and over 500,000 member employees later, we are the region's largest and most influential Chamber of Commerce.

We are advancing business for a Greater Washington.

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For 100 years, the Northern Virginia Chamber (NVC) — the largest and most influential chamber in the Greater Washington region — has driven innovation and economic growth. NVC has championed key developments such as the Metro, Dulles Airport, and George Mason University. Representing over 400 members, NVC continues to lead on affordability, workforce, and regional development.

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NVC brings the business community together to

solve regional issues.

We’re not the region’s largest business association solely due to membership numbers. We’re also the biggest because our reach extends throughout Greater Washington’s business community. This reach drives our work: we focus entirely on our region's business community and the issues it faces. It is through this work with business leaders and government officials that we leverage the power in our business community’s collective voice.

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We advocate for region-wide economic growth

No matter what the world throws at us, we ensure that Greater Washington business has a voice in the legislative process. Our full-time Government Affairs Team works with Regional business leaders to make certain that NVC members are well-represented in the halls of the state legislature, particularly as regulations are drafted and bills are debated.

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We help our region attract and retain a skilled workforce

Workforce. It’s what drives our business community and can be a make or break factor in supply chains and corporate growth. It's so vital to business that it is used as a barometer to determine a community’s health and potential. We are deeply committed to addressing our Region’s workforce challenges in creative and highly impactful ways.

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    I am honored to be a member of The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce (NOVA). At its core, NOVA is a well-connected and influential organization where our region's diverse leadership come together to influence policy and generate equitable growth in the Greater Washington DC Metropolitan Region. NOVA has positively impacted our community for 97 years, and is one of the oldest, largest, and most respected chambers of commerce in the country. NOVA provides unprecedented access to key decision-makers, the visibility to build interest and grow your company, and the ability to generate new ideas and measurable improvements in our community. NOVA remains committed, ensuring business has a voice in the legislative process, and providing tools to help businesses develop, and leverage relationships across all public and commercial sectors.

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    CEO, Advanced Concepts and Technologies International (ACT I)

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    Business Advocacy

    With two full-time government relations professionals and our own NOVABIZPAC and Policy Committee, the Chamber is advocating on behalf of our members every day. Our legislative agenda development meetings are open to all members and this is your opportunity to tell us what issues matter most to your business. Ongoing networking and advocacy opportunities with leading federal, state, and local officials are just one of the ways to stay informed and make your voice heard.

    Business Development

    The Chamber hosts numerous events and meetings each year, offering our members access to 10,000 executive-level attendees. We bring in nationally-recognized industry experts, speakers, and thought leaders who provide valuable insight on the topics critical to your business. Most events are free for all Chamber members.

    Business Savings

    Membership provides opportunities to save money on routine business expenses. These include:

    • Cox Business can offer Chamber members dedicated resources, support, and the best price and mix of services on a customized solution that includes voice, internet, video, security and cloud solutions. Please contact the Chamber's Carmen Sevilla to learn more csevilla@novachamber.org
    • Low-cost print and digital advertising options
    • Offers from other member companies via member discount pages (accessible through member portal)

    Business Services

    All Chamber members receive the following discounts and complimentary services:

    • Free listings on our member job board
    • Complimentary notary and certificate of origin services (based on availability and by appointment only) 

    Business Connections

    As the premier Chamber, we draw business and community from across the region who hail from diverse industries and sizes, giving our members unparalleled access. Together we create our extraordinary Northern Virginia business community and address issues within workforce development, education, social services, and more. All members are welcome to participate in our Young Professionals Forum.