- ABOUT
- EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- OUR STAFF
- AMBASSADORS
- DEVELOPMENT
- GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
- BUSINESS RESOURCES
- CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce is an advocacy-based nonprofit organization and the cornerstone of our business community. Today, with more than 875 member businesses ranging from one-of-a-kind small businesses to leading global organizations, The Chamber ALX ensures a thriving future for Alexandria and welcomes all who do business here. We’re here to be your network, your champion, and your guide to building a more resilient business.
Our Chamber has a responsibility to make Alexandria the ideal place to work, live, and grow your business. As a member, The Chamber ALX becomes a channel to boost your brand, a resource to find opportunities and build relationships, and a seal of approval to give your business credibility in our community. Whether we’re advocating on behalf of businesses to local government, hosting events to connect you with others, or giving visibility to businesses and nonprofits that Alexandrians should know about—we’re working in your best interest.
Alexandria is one of the most culturally rich and unique small cities in the country—a place that attracts talent and tourists alike—and that relies on a balanced and engaged business community to continue shaping its future.
Establishing and growing a resilient business in Alexandria comes with its complexities, and The Chamber ALX will help you navigate them and set you up for success. As an advocate, we lend support for organizations to overcome growing pains and startup challenges, unexpected market shifts, and changes in regulations. Belonging to The Chamber ALX ensures that you can access the solutions that benefit your business and invest in the health of our entire business community.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chair
LaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesChair-Elect
Bob Brant
Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, PCChair, Communications
Lisa Katic
Wine Gallery 108Chair, Finance
Lisa Stover
CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA)Chair, Governance
Mandy Frohlich
National PACE AssociationChair, Development
Sue Goodhart
The Goodhart GroupChair, Government Relations
Garrett McGuire
AT&TChair, Membership
Jatrice Martel Gaiter
Immediate Past Chair
Ann Harbour
Johns Hopkins University and MedicinePresident & CEO
Joseph Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceGeneral Counsel
Katelin Moomau
Family First Law Group, PLLCChair
LaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesChair-Elect
Bob Brant
Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, PCChair, Communications
Lisa Katic
Wine Gallery 108Chair, Finance
Lisa Stover
CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA)Chair, Governance
Mandy Frohlich
National PACE AssociationChair, Development
Sue Goodhart
The Goodhart GroupChair, Government Relations
Garrett McGuire
AT&TChair, Membership
Jatrice Martel Gaiter
Immediate Past Chair
Ann Harbour
Johns Hopkins University and MedicinePresident & CEO
Joseph Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceGeneral Counsel
Katelin Moomau
Family First Law Group, PLLCVIEW 119 YEARS OF THE CHAMBER ALX’S LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Amelia Chassé Alcivar
HRP GroupMichael Babin
Neighborhood Restaurant GroupDavid Baker
Virginia TechDr. Rina Bansal
INOVA Alexandria HospitalCarter Batey
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldSunny Blanco
United BankPhillip Blane
Allen Brooks
ContinuesKara Chandeysson
Ting InternetArmando DelToro
Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical GroupDr. Lauren Fisher
Del Ray Psych & WellnessMelonie Johnson
MGM National HarborJatrice Martel Gaiter
Peter McElwain
Crowe LLPNikita Montgomery
Hazel O. SalonAnn Marie Moore
Burke & Herbert BankJustin Moore
American Physical Therapy AssociationScott Price
Dominion EnergyCassius Priestly
TruistJay Quander
1799 Prime Steak & SeafoodLiesl Riddle
The George Washington UniversityJames Ruley
United States Senate Federal Credit UnionGeneral Norton Schwartz
Institute for Defense AnalysesRobert Shea
GovNavigatorsBrian Stout
AmazonKen Wire
Wire Gill LLPAmelia Chassé Alcivar
HRP GroupMichael Babin
Neighborhood Restaurant GroupDavid Baker
Virginia TechDr. Rina Bansal
INOVA Alexandria HospitalCarter Batey
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldSunny Blanco
United BankPhillip Blane
Allen Brooks
ContinuesKara Chandeysson
Ting InternetArmando DelToro
Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical GroupDr. Lauren Fisher
Del Ray Psych & WellnessMelonie Johnson
MGM National HarborJatrice Martel Gaiter
Peter McElwain
Crowe LLPNikita Montgomery
Hazel O. SalonAnn Marie Moore
Burke & Herbert BankJustin Moore
American Physical Therapy AssociationScott Price
Dominion EnergyCassius Priestly
TruistJay Quander
1799 Prime Steak & SeafoodLiesl Riddle
The George Washington UniversityJames Ruley
United States Senate Federal Credit UnionGeneral Norton Schwartz
Institute for Defense AnalysesRobert Shea
GovNavigatorsBrian Stout
AmazonKen Wire
Wire Gill LLPSTAFF

Joseph Haggerty
President & CEO
703.739.3808
jhaggerty@thechamberalx.com

Maria Ciarrocchi
Chief Operating Officer & VP of Public Policy
703.739.3802
mciarrocchi@thechamberalx.com

Lovie Patish
Vice President of Events & Sponsorship
703.739.3815
lpatish@thechamberalx.com

Tony Curry-Fisher
Director of Membership
703.739.3804
tcurry@thechamberalx.com

John Jordan, III
Director of Finance & Operations
703.739.3810
jjordan@thechamberalx.com
AMBASSADORS
The Ambassador committee’s responsibility is to serve as a liaison between Chamber leadership and members. This connection allows members to have immediate access to leadership in order to bring their needs to the table.
Membership Chair
Bob Brant
Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, PCJennifer Ferrara
John Marshall BankNick Genovese
George Mason MortgageKaren O'Gorman
Kelley Commercial Real EstateShannon Steene
Carpenter ShelterRon Thurston
TruistRu Toyama
Monument Home LoansMembership Chair
Bob Brant
Walsh, Colucci, Lubeley & Walsh, PCJennifer Ferrara
John Marshall BankNick Genovese
George Mason MortgageKaren O'Gorman
Kelley Commercial Real EstateShannon Steene
Carpenter ShelterRon Thurston
TruistRu Toyama
Monument Home LoansDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Development Committee’s responsibility is assisting companies in promoting brand awareness and growth through sponsorship opportunities within the Chamber.
Development Chair
Sue Goodhart
The Goodhart GroupDanielle Anderson
Homegrown Restaurant GroupAdam Froemming
Eduardo Villanueva
United States Senate Federal Credit UnionDevelopment Chair
Sue Goodhart
The Goodhart GroupDanielle Anderson
Homegrown Restaurant GroupAdam Froemming
Eduardo Villanueva
United States Senate Federal Credit UnionGOVERNMENT RELATIONS
The Government Relations Committee is charged with representing and serving as the advocacy voice of Alexandria business before government officials at the local, state and federal level.
Government Relations Chair
Garrett McGuire
AT&TBismah Ahmed
Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan WashingtonLauren Augustine
Virginia TechMatt Bell
Metropolitan Washington Airports AuthorityAnn Brooks
Crown CastleAndy Duncan
National Hospice and Palliative Care OrganizationJeanine Finch
CareFirstAmy Friedlander
EYAJoe Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceCharlotte Hall
Old Town BusinessAnn Harbour
Johns Hopkins University & MedicineCatherine Hedgeman
Hedgeman Law FirmLindsay Hutter
Goodwin LivingGin Kinneman
Kinneman InsuranceH. (Skip) Maginniss
hmp3worksDr. Tammy Mann
The Campagna CenterJatrice Martel-Gaiter
Volunteers of AmericaDavid Martin
Gold Works, Inc. by David Martin DesignNicole McGrew
Threadleaf & CompanySilas Pace
Carydale ApartmentsScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyMelissa Riddy
INOVA Alexandria HospitalChe Ruddell-Tabisola
Restaurant Association of Metropolitan WashingtonBrian Stout
AmazonJoe Swartz
VREJosh Veverka
Northern Virginia Association of RealtorsGovernment Relations Chair
Garrett McGuire
AT&TBismah Ahmed
Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan WashingtonLauren Augustine
Virginia TechMatt Bell
Metropolitan Washington Airports AuthorityAnn Brooks
Crown CastleAndy Duncan
National Hospice and Palliative Care OrganizationJeanine Finch
CareFirstAmy Friedlander
EYAJoe Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceCharlotte Hall
Old Town BusinessAnn Harbour
Johns Hopkins University & MedicineCatherine Hedgeman
Hedgeman Law FirmLindsay Hutter
Goodwin LivingGin Kinneman
Kinneman InsuranceH. (Skip) Maginniss
hmp3worksDr. Tammy Mann
The Campagna CenterJatrice Martel-Gaiter
Volunteers of AmericaDavid Martin
Gold Works, Inc. by David Martin DesignNicole McGrew
Threadleaf & CompanySilas Pace
Carydale ApartmentsScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyMelissa Riddy
INOVA Alexandria HospitalChe Ruddell-Tabisola
Restaurant Association of Metropolitan WashingtonBrian Stout
AmazonJoe Swartz
VREJosh Veverka
Northern Virginia Association of RealtorsBUSINESS RESOURCES

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Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce
Asian American Chamber of Commerce
Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, through a partnership with the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce, offers electronically chamber stamped Certificate of Origin and export related documents. Ensure your process is compliant and future proof by enabling document verification.
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