Arlington Nonprofit Assistance Center Opens On March 30, Arlington Economic Development hosted the grand opening of the new Arlington Nonprofit Assistance Network, a program designed to address both the governance and the management of community-based nonprofits including arts organizations, community assistance programs and other nonprofit organizations. The Nonprofit Assistance Center will provide educational courses on legal basics, fundraising, and strategic planning, and an executive coaching program.

Register Today: 12th Annual ABBIES Register now for this year's annual ABBIES ceremony, a celebration of Arlington's best businesses, sponsored by the Arlington Economic Development Commission and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. The 12th Annual ABBIES ceremony will be held on May 15, 2007.

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Rosetta Stone Moves to Arlington for Proximity, Talent  After looking at spaces in Reston and Ballston, CEO Tom Adams chose Rosslyn for its central location and public transportation. An eight-person sales office in Fairfax was rolled into the Rosslyn office, an 8,000-square-foot space at 1101 Wilson Blvd.

BuySafe Featured on NBC's Today Show The Today Show's Janice Lieberman visited the Arlington-based BuySafe offices in a segment on online purchasing.

Apple Crew Visits washingtonpost.com.Newsweek Interactive to Capture Behind-the-Scenes Look at The Washington Post's Web site In mid-January, a video crew visited washingtonpost.com.Newsweek Interactive in Arlington, Va., to capture a behind-the-scenes look at this most innovative of major American newsrooms.

AES Names Chief Operating Officer Arlington-based AES Corporation (NYSE:AES) announced the appointment of Andres Gluski as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), a move that will enable the company to maintain its focus on operational excellence as it continues to pursue new growth opportunities.

ONSITE3 Moves Corporate Headquarters to Arlington Mark Hawn, CEO of ONSITE3, stated, “At ONSITE3, it is our mission to provide clients with services and technology that gives them a competitive advantage in the legal market. The new facility, along with our investment in professional-grade infrastructure and connectivity deliver on this mission."

Business/Military Cooperation Benefit Enlisted Soldiers at Ft. Myer Thanks to a new program called Patriot Passes, many more soldiers from Fort Myer could soon have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary tickets to attend local college and professional games, concerts, theater shows and other hard-to-get events. The Patriot Passes program is sponsored by Buck & Associates and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, working in conjunction with Army officials.

Arlington-Based PBS Names John McCoskey as First CTO John McCoskey, a former executive at Comcast, has been named the first CTO at Arlington-based PBS, the public broadcasting entity serving 355 noncommercial television stations. At PBS, McCoskey will oversee broadcast technology and IT systems, managing a team of 130 employees.

Battlespace Awarded Aircraft Maintenance Contract Battlespace Flight Services LLC., Arlington, Va., is being awarded a $11,501,250 contract for organizational maintenance support for the Predator MQ-1 aircraft and related systems at Creech Air Force Base and deployed sites worldwide.

Gemalto to Provide 3.5 Million Transit Payment Devices to Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Gemalto will supply transit payment devices to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) for its historic CharlieCard electronic ticketing initiative. Gemalto is providing 3.5 million secure contactless transit smart cards to the MBTA for the program, enhancing the convenience and speed of service for public transportation in the Boston area.

AED Puts China Delegation on Ice On March 15th, Arlington Economic Development assisted the Arlington-based International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) in conducting a tour of the ice refrigeration unit at the Kettler Capitals Iceplex for a delegation from the Chinese Association of Refrigeration. The delegation of 8 represented the Chinese Association of Refrigeration, universities, food and refrigeration equipment companies. AED's Tom Newman conducted the tour of the 230 ton refrigeration plant and AED's multi-talented regional economist Isabelle Xu provided translation services.

Decision Lens Expands in Arlington Decision Lens, a leading provider of decision making software solutions, announced that it has expanded to new offices in Ballston. The new facility will allow Decision Lens to add new employees, utilize state-of-the-art technology and networking capabilities, and offer training and facilitation facilities for more services and to continue to post strong growth. John Saaty, chief executive officer of Decision Lens said “We are looking forward to moving to Arlington, which is widely recognized as one of the leading technology centers in the country. Arlington provides us with advanced services, a comprehensive transportation network, and a top-tier talent base from which to choose.”

Beacon to Sell Rosslyn Portfolio Beacon Capital Partners is selling a portfolio of at least 10 buildings, concentrated mostly in Rosslyn, but also including assets in Fairfax Center and Tysons Corner, for a reported $502 per square foot. Broadway Real Estate Partners is under contract to acquire the portfolio, which includes 1000 Wilson Boulevard, 1101 Wilson Boulevard, 1200 Wilson Boulevard, 1401 Wilson Boulevard, 1501 Wilson Boulevard, 1400 Key Boulevard, and 1701 N. Fort Myer Drive in Rosslyn.

JSC Leases Space in Crystal Jorge Scientific Corp. (JSC) agreed to lease 28,695 square feet on the fourth floor at 2231 Crystal Drive. JSC signed a 10-year transaction and plans to occupy the space in May. The 465,998-square-foot, Class A building was constructed in 1987 and is part of the Crystal Park complex. It is 95% leased, with available space marketed for $37.00 per square foot.

PTO Renews in Crystal The United States Patent & Trade Office signed a renewal at 2800 Crystal Drive for 160,000 square feet. The PTO extended its lease an additional two years at the 10-story, Class A building.

Korman to Open AKA Long-Stay Hotel Residence in Arlington The new AKA division of Korman Communities will open its new extended-stay property, AKA: Arlington at 3409 Wilson Blvd. Dubbed “the next generation of luxury accommodations,” the AKA brand features furnished apartments in prime locations, with four star hotel-quality services and resort-style amenities.

Arlington to Host Jamestown Exhibition As part of America’s 400th Anniversary Celebration, the Arlington Committee on Jamestown 2007 has arranged with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, to feature a month-long showing of the exhibition, Uncovering Home: A Visual Essay on Jamestown Archaeology. The exhibition will begin on May 2 at the Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St.

Virginia Tourism Summit Slated for April 23-25 The Virginia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (VACVB) Tourism Summit & Annual Meeting will take place April 23-25 at Smith Mountain Lake. The Tourism Summit & Annual Meeting is an opportunity for Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) representatives to learn what products and services are available from Allied members, and to exchange of ideas with other bureaus and organizations across the Commonwealth.

Queen Elizabeth to Visit Virginia for Jamestown Anniversary   Virginia Governor Timothy M. Kaine released a statement on the announcement from Buckingham Palace that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, will visit Virginia May 3-4, 2007, in recognition of the 400th anniversary of Jamestown.

The 5 Hottest Hospitality Tech Trends According to Microsoft, hotel rooms that can access everything from your favorite food to your musical preferences— while running on technology that's clever enough to repair itself—might sound like a page torn right out of a pulp sci-fi novel. It isn't. Hotels are doing it today, and many more are on the verge of implementing these innovative technologies.

U.S. Hotels to Spend $5.5 Billion in 2007 to Boost Amenities U.S. hotels will spend a record $5.5 billion this year on flat-panel televisions and other amenities as they upgrade rooms and gyms to lure business travelers, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP said in a study.

National Tourism Week Next Month, Themed "Tourism: America’s Front Door" This year's National Tourism Week activities will take place May 12-20, 2007 and will be themed "Tourism: America's Front Door." The nine-day recognition provides cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide the opportunity to collectively champion the power of travel. It is one of several Tourism Works for America® programs sponsored annually by the Travel Industry Association (TIA).

Curious Grape Hosts Champagne Event Arlington's Curious Grape, a Shirlington wine shop, teamed up with Arlington’s Department of Cultural Affairs to host a champagne-tasting event. The featured champagnes will be from Reims, Arlington’s "sister city" in France.

BizLaunch Events The following events are sponsored by BizLaunch, Arlington's Small Business Assistance Network. Events are free, unless otherwise noted. For more information on BizLaunch program, visit the BizLaunch Web site.

Starting a Business in Arlington
Date: April 12, 2007
Location: Arlington County Public Library, Central, 1015 N. Quincy Street, Auditorium Arlington, VA 22201
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Learn how to get a business license, certificate of occupancy, and state registration, plus free Web site tools which can aid you in writing your business plan, developing a marketing strategy and financing options. Also, find out which organizations can help you map out your entrepreneurial plans for free!

To register, contact Darnell Roseboro, call (703) 228-0898 or visit the BizLaunch Events Website.

Are You Interested in Selling to the Commonwealth of Virginia?
Date: April 18, 2007
Location: Arlington Economic Development, 1100 N. Glebe Road, Suite 1500, Arlington, VA 22201
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Are you looking to do business with the Commonwealth of Virginia and don’t know where to start? Learn from the experts at the Virginia Department of Business Assistance and the Department of Minority Business Enterprise. The Commonwealth has recently changed its mandates for spending, and with offer helpful tips that may increase your chances of selling to the Commonwealth. Also hear about details on purchases of $50,000 or less going to state certified “small” vendors. Register today. Limited seating.

To register, contact Darnell Roseboro, call (703) 228-0898 or visit the BizLaunch Events Website.

Law and Legal Basics for Nonprofits
Date: April 24, 2007
Location: Arlington County Public Library, Central, 1015 N. Quincy Street, Auditorium Arlington, VA 22201
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
What are the basic laws and regulations governing nonprofit organizations? Learn about the requirements of government reporting, board responsibilities, financial reporting, fundraising rules and regulations and other issues that make nonprofit organizations accountable/transparent.

To register, contact Darnell Roseboro, call (703) 228-0898 or visit the BizLaunch Events Website.

Networking @ The Crossroads with Arlington Economic Development
Date: April 25, 2007
Location: Arlington Economic Development, 1100 N. Glebe Road, Suite 1500, Arlington, VA 22201
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 Early Bird Registration (Closes 4/13/2007); $25 General Admission; $35 at the Door (Limited Spaces)
Registration: http://arlingtoncrossroads.eventbrite.com/
Learn the key fundamentals of federal deductions for your small office or home-based business. Get jump-started for 2007! What are the advantages and disadvantages for sole proprietors, Limited Liability Companies and corporation according to the IRS. If these subjects interest you please join us on Thursday, April 27th!

To register, contact Darnell Roseboro, call (703) 228-0898 or visit the BizLaunch Events Website.