WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce was established on December 18, 1968, formalizing a long tradition of business associations in Loudoun County; and

WHEREAS, from humble beginnings, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce has grown to become the largest chamber of commerce in Northern Virginia, with more than 1,250 members forming the premier network of business and community leaders in one of the nation's most economically vibrant and fastest-growing counties; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce membership represents businesses, nonprofit organizations, and public-sector partners of every size and industry in Loudoun County; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce is an active promoter of Loudoun County as a world-class destination for commercial investment and tourism; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce produces more than 100 programs and events that provide local businesses and their employees with marketing exposure, professional development, and valuable networking opportunities to connect with their peers and engage with political and community leaders; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce offers local business leaders exclusive opportunities to shape the vital legislative and public policy issues impacting Loudoun County's economy and quality of life; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic organization filled with talented entrepreneurs and visionary leaders who are dedicated to making Loudoun County the nation's finest place to live, work, and grow a business; and

WHEREAS, Northern Virginia's top businesses are Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce members because the chamber provides them with the resources, connections, and leadership they need to succeed in a competitive environment; and

WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce commemorates the historic milestone of its 50th anniversary at its annual meeting on January 26, 2018; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for its contributions to Northern Virginia and the Commonwealth.