American Red Cross - First Annual Disaster Preparedness Summit on January 28
We have faced an unprecedented two years that have included numerous hurricanes, floods, wildfires and far too many manmade disasters. The experience reminds us that both natural and manmade disasters could occur in the Washington DC metro area at any time. The American Red Cross will launch the first annual Disaster Preparedness Summit in Washington, DC on Monday, January 28. The mission with this event is to address the threats and risks to this community, our region and offer real world ways in which companies and other organizations can assess their readiness and better prepare for the unexpected. To learn more and register for the FREE event, click here.

Jones Branch Connector Partially Opened to Traffic: One Lane in Each Direction Between 495 Express Lanes and Route 123
VDOT announced that an important new connection for drivers in Tysons partially opened to traffic. The Jones Branch Connector opened one lane of traffic in each direction while construction on the project continues. It provides a new connection to Route 123 and provides an alternate route across I-495, linking the Tysons East and Central area. To read a full press release, click here.

Thompson Greenspon’s Tax Reform Update 2019
Join Thompson Greenspon on Tuesday, January 22 at one of their two sessions at the Country Club of Fairfax to keep up-to-date on the latest changes in legislation that will affect you. Since the monumental passing of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that resulted in historic tax reform impacting nearly everyone in America, many updates have come out providing clarification for the original Act. This seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the changes impacting individuals, corporations, and pass-through entities along with reviewing tax planning considerations for individuals, investors, owners, and executives. To learn more and register, click here.

Business Women’s Giving Circle Grants $52,500 to Support STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) programs
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia’s Business Women’s Giving Circle (BWGC) announced the winners of its fifth annual grant cycle. A total of $52,500 has been awarded to four local nonprofit organizations that provide science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs to girls and young women in Northern Virginia. To date, the BWGC has awarded $230,500 in grants. To view the winning organizations and read a full press release, click here.

Fairfax County Virginia ePlans for Building Division Launches; More Improvements Coming
On January 9, 2019, Fairfax County Virginia’s Building Division took a great leap forward to improve speed, consistency and predictability for their customers with three major process changes: ePlans Launch, Commerical Walk-Thru Program, and Residential Truss Shop Drawings Online Submission. To learn more, click here.

Deltek Acquires Avitru, Adding more Capabilities to its Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Owners (AECO) Solutions
Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, announced that it has acquired Avitru – the leader in construction specification content and software. Together, Deltek and Avitru will provide unmatched solutions and services to architects, engineers, contractors, owners and building product manufacturers. This acquisition expands Deltek’s offerings for the AECO industry by bringing in more resources, capabilities and expertise. To read a full press release, click here.

Patient First – Flu on the Rise: Six Ways to Fight the Bug
Flu activity is increasing and may soon make its way around your neighborhood. Fortunately, you can take precautions to fight the flu, colds, and other infections. These tips from Patient First can help you avoid the bug, click here.

Bite Me Cancer’s 6th Annual Wine Dinner on April 6
Bite Me Cancer is holding its 6th Annual Wine Dinner on Saturday, April 6 at Westwood Country Club, Vienna, VA, from 5:30 – 10:00 PM. This event supports Bite Me Cancer’s goal to give support and inspiration to teenagers battling cancer. The foundation’s nationwide Teen Support Bag program currently sends teen-specific support bags to these special patients through a network of over 115 hospitals covering almost every state. To learn more, be a sponsor or buy individual tickets, click here or here.

Dynamis President John Braun Appointed to Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board of Directors
Dynamis President and Chairman of the Board John Braun has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), which operates and oversees capital improvements for the two leading airports of the mid-Atlantic region, Reagan National and Dulles International. Members of MWAA’s Board of Directors are appointed by the Governors of Virginia and Maryland, the Mayor of Washington, D.C., and the President of the United States of America. Board members’ terms are for six years. To read a full press release, click here.

Children’s Science Center Named a 2018 Wells Fargo Cultural Excellence Winner
The Children’s Science Center, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire a love of learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) by providing unique opportunities to explore and create, recently was awarded a $15,000 Cultural Excellence grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation. This award was given to support the youth outreach and education programs, including the Family Science Night Program, that the Children’s Science Center facilitates during each school year. To read a full press release, click here.

George Mason University Center for Government Contracting Launch Reception
You are invited to a launch reception to celebrate the creation of the Center for Government Contracting within George Mason’s School of Business on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at the Arlington Campus. The reception begins at 6:00PM for hors d'oeuvres and conversation. Brief remarks will be given at 7:00PM. A favor of reply by Wednesday, Jan. 23 would be appreciated. Please email Charlie Dolgas, cdolgas@gmu.edu, with your response. (Parking is available; details will be shared with attendees).

Helios HR’s Human Capital Impact Forum on January 25
In today's competitive talent market and rapidly changing healthcare environment, making strategic healthcare decisions for your business is critical as a C-level executive. A full analysis requires a clear understanding of how many things factor into your total healthcare costs. UnitedHealthcare, the nation's largest insurer, uses a holistic combination of data, technology, and electronic capabilities to manage healthcare dollars. On Friday, January 25 from 7:30-11:30AM in Tysons, come learn innovative approaches to help minimize employer healthcare costs and get an exclusive look into how industry leaders are evolving their healthcare plans in 2019 and beyond. Register today!

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