Procrastinate on Purpose by Rory Vaden Not just another networking lunch. This event is a lunch and learn educational event and is open to men and women. Bring plenty of cards but also be prepared to learn something to grow your business. We are so excited to launch our new Lake Anne Luncheon Book Club. […]
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March 2016 Luncheon: Patrice DeHaven

Our March luncheon will be interactive with Patrice DeHaven of Carried Away Gifts on How to Stay Top of Mind with Your Customers. It’s important to be high touch with your clients to stay top of mind. The right gifts can do that. They don’t have to cost a lot of money. You can get a […]
February 2016 Luncheon: Susan Kousek

Declutter Your Desk Now for More Creativity, More Focus, and More Success! Is your work space overrun with papers, books, boxes, knickknacks, supplies, and so much else that you find it distracting? You’re not alone. For most people, a cluttered work space hampers their productivity and their creativity. Join us on February 17 to hear […]
January 2016 Luncheon: Karen Cleveland

Community Leadership: What is it and why should it matter to you? Learn how giving back to your community can help you strengthen your overall leadership competencies. Karen will discuss leading in all areas of life including self leadership. No matter where your interests lie, this conversation can help you think about things differently to […]
December 2015 Luncheon: Joe Meyer

Why Community Engagement Matters About the presenter: Joe Meyer has been the Executive Director & CEO at Shelter House, Inc. since May of 2014. He started his tenure at Shelter House in 2005 as the Shelter Director at the Patrick Henry Family Shelter. Mr. Meyer has been working in homeless services since 2001 where he […]
November 2015 Luncheon: Peg McDermott

Learn how to use LinkedIn to increase sales and generate marketing buzz. In this presentation, you will learn how to use LinkedIn’s powerful search tools for lead development and the LinkedIn’s publishing tools to cultivate expert status. Learn how to become the “Go To” expert in your industry by leveraging all of the tools and […]
October 2015 Luncheon: Mark Ingrao

“First floor; going up.” Would you be able to sum up unique aspects of your product or service in a 30 second elevator ride? Join the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mark Ingrao for “Developing an Effective Elevator Pitch.” Participants will learn: Seven components of a successful pitch Key formulas for the […]
September 2015 Luncheon: Laura B. Poindexter

There is no shortage of advice on how to drive traffic to your website or on how “to do” social media. However, this advice usually falls short in 3 distinct ways: Your entire sales cycle is not taken into consideration. There is no plan to engage the prospect once they reach your site and nuture […]
August 2015 Luncheon: Jo Ann Skinner

The current buzz words in education include executive functioning. This term refers to brain functions that activate, organize, integrate and manage other functions that are especially important to learning. Self regulation is key to this process. Executive functions are also important for adults and are much needed in the workplace. Managing ourselves to organize our […]
July 2015 Luncheon: Jeff Zelaya

The Social Selling Master Class This workshop will empower you with sales 2.0 strategies and tools to: Fill your sales pipeline with more opportunities Help you discover key insights about your prospects & key accounts Get more referrals and practically eliminate cold calling Know who’s ready to buy and what social signals to watch out […]