Arlington Chamber to Host Arlington County Board Candidate Forum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 13, 2016

MEDIA CONTACT: Hannah Danenfelser

Member Services Administrator

703-525-2400

COUNTY BOARD HOPEFULS TO ENGAGE WITH BUSINESS COMMUNITY

WHAT: The Arlington Chamber of Commerce will be holding a business-focused candidate forum which will feature a moderated discussion of topics important to the Arlington business community and provide each candidate with the opportunity to engage with local business leaders and address the key issues for the business community. This event will also offer attendees the chance to gain an inside look into the candidates' views on business in Arlington County.

WHY: Current County Board Chair Libby Garvey is being challenged from within the Democratic party by Erik Gutshall and Independent Audrey Clement will be running against one of them in this year's general election.

Audrey Clement (I)

Libby Garvey (D)

Erik Gutshall (D)

WHEN: Monday, May 16, 2016. Registration will be from 6:00 - 6:30 p.m., and the program will run from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: Hyatt Arlington at Washington's Key Bridge, 1325 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209

WHO: The mission of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce is to strengthen businesses and the economic environment for those who work, live and do business in Arlington.

REGISTER: Registration is $10. Light refreshments will be provided. Register online at www.arlingtonchamber.org/events or call 703-525-2400.

MEDIA: Media attendance is encouraged, but advance confirmation is requested. Please contact Hannah Dannenfelser, Member Services Administrator, at [email protected] or 703-525-2400.

The Arlington County Board Candidate Forum is made possible thanks to our sponsors, including

Grand Sponsor the Rosslyn BID.

ABOUT THE CHAMBER

Founded in 1924, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce is a member-centric, volunteer-based, non-profit organization of over 700 businesses committed to the economic and civic well being of the community. For more information or to become a member, visit www.arlingtonchamber.org.

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