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As an advocate for the DC business community for 83 years, the DC Chamber of Commerce is the voice for all businesses in the city; small, medium and large.

11/02/2026

Open enrollment on DC Health Link has begun!

Whether you’re a small business owner, a sole proprietor, or helping your team find coverage, now is the time to review your options for 2027.

- Open enrollment: Nov. 1, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027
- Enroll by Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1
- Free expert help is available by phone or in person

Even if you’re already covered, it’s worth comparing plans this year rather than letting yours auto-renew. Costs and options may have changed.

The DC Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with DC Health Link to help District businesses and their employees get covered.

dchealthlink.com/open-enrollment

cc: Chinyere Hubbard

10/29/2026

🏆 Just over TWO WEEKS until the 2026 Chamber's Choice Awards & Gala!

Join the DC Chamber of Commerce on Friday, November 13, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the outstanding leaders, businesses, and organizations making a lasting impact on Washington, DC.

This year's gala will be especially meaningful as we honor Mayor Muriel Bowser with the Lifetime Achievement in Public Service Award, recognizing more than two decades of dedicated service to Washington, DC, and marking her final Chamber's Choice Gala as Mayor.

We are also thrilled to celebrate all our 2026 honorees:

🏆 Business Leader of the Year: B. Doyle Mitchell, Jr., CEO, Industrial Bank
🏆 Business of the Year: Clark Construction Group
🏆 Business Champion of the Year: Marie Johns, CEO, PPC-Leftwich
🏆 Economic Impact of the Year: DC Housing Finance Agency - DCHFA
🏆 Community Icon of the Year: John Wall, five-time NBA All-Star, President of Men's Basketball Operations at Howard University, and Founder of the John Wall Family Foundation (JWFF) Inc
🏆 Legacy Award: Cora Masters Barry, former First Lady of the District of Columbia, and Founder and CEO of the RECREATION WISH LIST COMMITTEE OF WASHINGTON D C, and Southeast Tennis and Learning Center
🏆 Chairman's Choice: TD Bank

🎶 And the celebration doesn't stop with the awards! We're excited to feature an incredible lineup of entertainment, including:

🎤 Lesli Foster, Evening Anchor at WUSA9, and Michelle Miller, journalist and media personality, serving as our emcees
🎶 Live entertainment from Future Band DC
🎤 National Anthem performance by Malaika Sims Alvaro
🎵 Lift Every Voice and Sing performed by Tracy Hamlin
🎧 DJ Ease bringing the energy to our Grand Reception

✨ There's still time to be part of the celebration! Limited table and specialty sponsorship opportunities are available.

🛎️ Play all night. Stay in style. The DC Chamber has secured a room block with the Marriott Marquis the night of the gala. Book your room before October 30 to secure the special rate! 🔗 https://book.passkey.com/gt/221294533?gtid=a4334c491134d498ce4a3a79188a8044

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
🕕 6:00–11:30 p.m.
📍 Marriott Marquis Washington, DC

🔗 Explore available sponsorship opportunities and secure your place at the gala: https://www.dcchamberschoice.com/

cc: Chinyere Hubbard

10/28/2026

Recently, the DC Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee gathered at T-Mobile's Washington, DC office for its monthly convening. We were pleased to welcome Dr. Oye Owolewa, Democratic Nominee for DC Council At-Large, as our guest speaker. Dr. Owolewa shared his vision for the District and provided Chamber members with an opportunity to hear his priorities and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of Washington, DC.

We extend our gratitude to T-Mobile's Director of Government Affairs, Dan Leary, and Vice President of External Affairs, Clint Odom, for welcoming our guests, and to Dr. Owolewa for sharing his insights and joining us for this important conversation. Thank you to our Government Affairs Committee members for being a part of the day - we look forward to future discussions as we head into a busy policy season in Washington, DC.

cc: Chinyere Hubbard

10/26/2026

Join the DC Chamber of Commerce this Thursday, October 29, for our next Business After Business Happy Hour at The Dupont Circle Hotel!

Connect with business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals from across Washington, DC, for an evening of networking, great conversations and new opportunities for collaboration.

Whether you're a longtime Chamber member or interested in getting more involved with DC's business community, Business After Business is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and build meaningful relationships.

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Dupont Circle Hotel | 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC

🎟️ Chamber Members: FREE | Non-Members: $35

Thank you to the Dupont Circle Hotel for sponsoring this month's event!

🔗 Register today and join us: https://members.dcchamber.org/atlas/events/business-after-business-482085/details

cc: Chinyere Hubbard

10/24/2026

💜 October is National Women's Small Business Month!

This month, the DC Chamber of Commerce celebrates the incredible women entrepreneurs and small business owners who are helping shape the future of Washington, DC!

From launching innovative businesses and creating jobs to strengthening neighborhoods and driving economic growth, women-owned businesses play a vital role in the District's economy.

We are proud to support this thriving community by advocating for policies that help businesses and create opportunities for meaningful connections.

👏 Tag a woman business leader you know and help us celebrate this month!

10/23/2026

📰 Have you checked out the DC Chamber's September Business Bulletin?

Stay connected with the latest news, events and opportunities shaping Washington, DC's business community!

From Chamber updates and upcoming events to valuable resources and opportunities for local businesses, our monthly newsletter helps you stay informed and engaged.

📩 Catch up on everything you may have missed in our September newsletter and stay tuned for our next newsletter coming out soon!

🔗 Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/dcchamber.org/dc-business-bulletin-june-news-from-the-dc-chamber-10989408

10/23/2026

The stage is set, the lineup is stacked, and DC’s biggest business celebration is turning up the energy! The 2026 Chamber’s Choice Awards & Gala is bringing world-class entertainment to the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, on Friday, November 13!

🎶 Future Band DC bringing the live entertainment
🎤 Malaika Sims Alvaro performing the National Anthem
🎵 Tracy Hamlin singing Lift Every Voice and Sing
🎧 Dj Ease setting the vibe at the Grand Reception
🌟 Michelle Miller, journalist and media personality, serving as our emcee!

From celebrating DC’s brightest business leaders to an unforgettable evening of music, recognition, and connection, this is one night you don't want to hear about afterward!

🗓️ Friday, November 13, 2026
🕰️ 6 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
📍 Marriott Marquis Washington, DC

Secure your place in the room and explore table and sponsorship opportunities today at www.dcchamberschoice.com.

cc: Chinyere Hubbard

10/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to DC Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Chinyere Hubbard on being named to the Washington Business Journal's 2026 Power 250!

This prestigious recognition celebrates the top business and nonprofit leaders whose influence, leadership and contributions are helping shape the future of Washington, DC, and the greater region.

As the leader of the DC Chamber, Chinyere champions the District's business community, advocates for policies that support economic growth and entrepreneurship, and creates meaningful opportunities for businesses of all sizes to thrive.

We are proud to see her leadership and dedication to Washington, DC, recognized alongside so many outstanding leaders from across the District. And yes, Chinyere was also recently named to the Washington Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business list - you're not seeing double!

👏 Please join us in congratulating Chinyere on this well-deserved honor!

🔗 Explore the full 2026 Power 250 list: https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2026/10/20/washington-business-journal-power-250.html

📰 Learn more about Chinyere and her leadership journey in her recent interview with the Washington Business Journal: https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/c/women-who-mean-business-2026/48403/chinyere-hubbard.html

10/22/2026

The DC Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce two more outstanding honorees who will be recognized at the 2026 Chamber’s Choice Awards & Gala on Friday, November 13!

These honorees exemplify leadership, dedication and commitment to strengthening Washington, DC’s business community.

🏆 Business Champion of the Year: Marie C. Johns, CEO of PPC-Leftwich LLC

A longtime champion of DC's business community, Marie C. Johns has spent more than three decades advancing economic opportunity, supporting entrepreneurs and strengthening businesses of all sizes. From her leadership at Verizon Washington and the U.S. Small Business Administration to her service as a three-time Chair of the DC Chamber's Board of Directors, her contributions have left a lasting impact on the District.

🏆 Chairman’s Choice Award: TD Bank

Recognizing its exceptional partnership, leadership and commitment to supporting local businesses, TD Bank continues to help strengthen DC's business community through educational workshops, networking opportunities and meaningful investments in business success. We are especially grateful for the leadership of John Tucker, Vice President of TD Bank, US, and First Vice Chair of the DC Chamber's Board of Directors.

✨ Join us in celebrating these remarkable honorees!

Table and specialty sponsorship opportunities are available! Don't miss your opportunity to connect with DC's business leaders and be part of one of the Chamber's biggest celebrations of the year.

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
⏰ 6 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
📍 Marriott Marquis Washington, DC

🔗 Explore sponsorship opportunities: https://www.dcchamberschoice.com/

10/21/2026

🎉 Happy Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day!

Today, we celebrate the important role chambers of commerce play in supporting local businesses, fostering connections and strengthening communities.

At the DC Chamber of Commerce, we're proud to serve as the leading voice of business in Washington, DC, advocating for policies that support economic growth, championing entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for businesses of all sizes to thrive.

If you are not a member of the DC Chamber and want to get involved and learn more, reach out today or visit our website to learn more about membership benefits, https://dcchamber.org/membership

🤝 Your business deserves a seat at the table! When you become a DC Chamber member, you join a network of business leaders and entrepreneurs working together to shape the future of business in the District.

🔗 Celebrate

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1776 I Street NW, Suite 325
Washington D.C., DC
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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(202) 347-7201

Website

http://www.dcchamber.org/

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