- ABOUT
- EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- OUR STAFF
- AMBASSADORS
- DEVELOPMENT
- GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
- BUSINESS RESOURCES
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce is an advocacy-based nonprofit organization and the cornerstone of our business community. Today, with more than 700 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
Stephanie Beyer Kirby
Chair-Elect
Angela Hartley
National Industries for the BlindChair, Communications
Erik Hansen
MekanicChair, Finance
Gary Barton
Cotton & CompanyChair, Governance
Peter McElwain
Baker Tilly US, LLPChair, Development
Denise Palmieri
American Bar AssociationChair, Government Relations
Ann Harbour
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldChair, Membership & Immediate Past Chair
Dave Millard
Avison YoungPresident & CEO
Joseph Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceGeneral Counsel
Andrew Palmieri
Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr, LLPChair
Stephanie Beyer Kirby
Chair-Elect
Angela Hartley
National Industries for the BlindChair, Communications
Erik Hansen
MekanicChair, Finance
Gary Barton
Cotton & CompanyChair, Governance
Peter McElwain
Baker Tilly US, LLPChair, Development
Denise Palmieri
American Bar AssociationChair, Government Relations
Ann Harbour
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldChair, Membership & Immediate Past Chair
Dave Millard
Avison YoungPresident & CEO
Joseph Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceGeneral Counsel
Andrew Palmieri
Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr, LLPVIEW 115 YEARS OF THE CHAMBER ALX’S LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Will Alexander
Dale, LLCDavid Baker
Virginia TechDr. Rina Bansal
INOVA AlexandriaMara Benner
Four Directions WellnessBill Blackburn
Home Grown Restaurant GroupAllen Brooks
Building MomentumMia Charity
Close Up FoundationAdam Froemming
TopGolf National HarborAnnette Haggray
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAdnan Hamidi
Alexandria CupcakeTeddy Kim
Avanti Holdings GroupNicole McGrew
ThreadleafAnn Marie Moore
Burke & Herbert BankNiamh O'Donovan
Daniel O’Connell’s Irish Restaurant & BarJorge Perez
MGM National HarborKaren Pallansch
Alexandria Renew EnterprisesCassius Priestly
TruistScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyLaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesBrian Stout
AmazonPatti Turner
United Way WorldwideEd Velarde
EagleBankKen Wire
Wire Gill LLPWill Alexander
Dale, LLCDavid Baker
Virginia TechDr. Rina Bansal
INOVA AlexandriaMara Benner
Four Directions WellnessBill Blackburn
Home Grown Restaurant GroupAllen Brooks
Building MomentumMia Charity
Close Up FoundationAdam Froemming
TopGolf National HarborAnnette Haggray
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAdnan Hamidi
Alexandria CupcakeTeddy Kim
Avanti Holdings GroupNicole McGrew
ThreadleafAnn Marie Moore
Burke & Herbert BankNiamh O'Donovan
Daniel O’Connell’s Irish Restaurant & BarJorge Perez
MGM National HarborKaren Pallansch
Alexandria Renew EnterprisesCassius Priestly
TruistScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyLaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesBrian Stout
AmazonPatti Turner
United Way WorldwideEd Velarde
EagleBankKen 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

Stanley Brinkley
Director of Finance & Operations
703.739.3810
sbrinkley@thechamberalx.com

K. Nacion
Director of Membership
703.739.3804
knacion@thechamberalx.com

Lovie Patish
Director of Events & Sponsorship
703.739.3815
lpatish@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
Dave Millard
Avison YoungBob Brant
Walsh Colucci Lubley & Walsh, PCCasey Eliff
Washington NationalsJennifer Ferrara
M&T BankJoseph Inzerillo
TriNetCarina May
Smith & Harroff, Inc.Trevor Mills
CleanWise SolutionsKaren O'Gorman
Kelley Commercial Real EstateCassandra Maloney Sullivan
Divaris Real Estate, Inc.Ru Toyama
Monument Home LoansRamona Ruiz
Better Everyday Consulting GroupMembership Chair
Dave Millard
Avison YoungBob Brant
Walsh Colucci Lubley & Walsh, PCCasey Eliff
Washington NationalsJennifer Ferrara
M&T BankJoseph Inzerillo
TriNetCarina May
Smith & Harroff, Inc.Trevor Mills
CleanWise SolutionsKaren O'Gorman
Kelley Commercial Real EstateCassandra Maloney Sullivan
Divaris Real Estate, Inc.Ru Toyama
Monument Home LoansRamona Ruiz
Better Everyday Consulting GroupDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Development Committee’s responsibility is assisting companies in promoting brand awareness and growth through sponsorship opportunities within the Chamber.
Development Chair
Denise Palmieri
American Bar AssociationDevelopment Vice Chair
Adam Froemming
TopGolf National HarborMaria Bowman
Patterson Real Estate GroupAvery Harries
Washington NationalsJessica McCarthy
Joy Riot AgencyAmir Rahimi
American Foundation for the BlindAmanda Rudolph
Redmon, Peyton & Braswell LLPKari Steinberg
Long & FosterSamantha Tricoli
BonaventureDevelopment Chair
Denise Palmieri
American Bar AssociationDevelopment Vice Chair
Adam Froemming
TopGolf National HarborMaria Bowman
Patterson Real Estate GroupAvery Harries
Washington NationalsJessica McCarthy
Joy Riot AgencyAmir Rahimi
American Foundation for the BlindAmanda Rudolph
Redmon, Peyton & Braswell LLPKari Steinberg
Long & FosterSamantha Tricoli
BonaventureGOVERNMENT 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
Ann Harbour
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldBismah Ahmed
Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan WashingtonNancy Appleby
Appleby Law PLLCDavid Baker
Virginia TechAndy Duncan
National Hospice and Palliative Care OrganizationAmy Friedlander
EYAAlyia Gaskins
Joe Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceCharlotte Hall
Old Town BusinessKara Hill
Marks-Wood ConstructionLindsay Hutter
Goodwin HouseGin Kinneman
Kinneman InsuranceStephanie Beyer Kirby
H. (Skip) Maginniss
hpm3worksDr. Tammy Mann
The Campagna CenterDavid Martin
Gold Works, Inc. by David Martin DesignPeter McElwain
Baker Tilly US, LLPGarrett McGuire
AT&TBrent McKenzie
TransurbanDave Millard
Avison YoungMichael Porterfield
Tartan Properties Commercial Real Estate ServicesScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyJohn Renner
Renner & CompanyMelissa Riddy
INOVA AlexandriaLaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesRobert Shea
Grant ThorntonBrian Stout
AmazonEd Velarde
EagleBankJosh Veverka
Northern Virginia Association of RealtorsKen Wire
Wire Gill LLPEx Officio
Ryan Touhill
Alexandria Economic Development PartnershipGovernment Relations Chair
Ann Harbour
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldBismah Ahmed
Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan WashingtonNancy Appleby
Appleby Law PLLCDavid Baker
Virginia TechAndy Duncan
National Hospice and Palliative Care OrganizationAmy Friedlander
EYAAlyia Gaskins
Joe Haggerty
Alexandria Chamber of CommerceCharlotte Hall
Old Town BusinessKara Hill
Marks-Wood ConstructionLindsay Hutter
Goodwin HouseGin Kinneman
Kinneman InsuranceStephanie Beyer Kirby
H. (Skip) Maginniss
hpm3worksDr. Tammy Mann
The Campagna CenterDavid Martin
Gold Works, Inc. by David Martin DesignPeter McElwain
Baker Tilly US, LLPGarrett McGuire
AT&TBrent McKenzie
TransurbanDave Millard
Avison YoungMichael Porterfield
Tartan Properties Commercial Real Estate ServicesScott Reamy
Dominion EnergyJohn Renner
Renner & CompanyMelissa Riddy
INOVA AlexandriaLaJuanna Russell
Business Management AssociatesRobert Shea
Grant ThorntonBrian Stout
AmazonEd Velarde
EagleBankJosh Veverka
Northern Virginia Association of RealtorsKen Wire
Wire Gill LLPEx Officio