About Us
The South Fairfax Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit 501(c) (6) organization, is a community resource for local businesses and non-profits, as well as the residents of Lorton, Mason Neck, Fairfax Station, Occoquan, Burke and Clifton communities. The SFCC is the area's influential business advocate committed to empowering members to succeed by developing an informed, connected business community, growing our social networks to benefit your business and always promoting economic growth in the South Fairfax area.
Whether it is an educational webinar, a networking lunch, or a mix and mingle social, the Chamber is always working to help you promote your business, connect with fellow business owners, broaden your skills in all aspects of running your business. A Chamber membership offers the extra marketing you may not have the budget or time for. Introduce your business to potential customers through chamber-sponsored educational or networking events that draw other business owners as well as the public.
Join us Saturday April 20 for the 2nd annual SFCC Commerce Carnival!
Come by South County High School parking lot between 9a-2p and win some great prizes!
Special thanks to our participating members: Brain Injury Services, Casey Whitmarsh, State Farm Agent, Brian Gottlieb, Realtor Berkshire Hathaway Home Services/Penfed Realty, Inova, Montessori Kids Universe at Lorton Valley Station, and Tom Repczynski, Offit Kurman.
The Inova Blood Mobile will be on-hand accepting donations. Please consider signing up to donate.
Congrats to Ledo Pizza!
It was all smiles as the ribbon was cut at the newly opened Ledo Pizza at Liberty Market. Folks from the local community joined Chamber members and our Chamber Board in welcoming our newest member to the business community.
Once the ribbon was cut, Ledo Manager Rekh Karki and his staff invited everyone inside the new store for some delicious pizza, meatballs, salad, and drinks.
The Chamber is excited to have Ledo Pizza as a new member and we encourage you to stop by and meet Rekh and his team and welcome them to the South Fairfax community!
We had a great time at the Lorton Holiday Extravaganza! Special thanks to Chamber members Zita Buky, Brian Gottlieb-Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty, Peter Weyland-Look.net, Tom Repczynski-Offit Kurman and Casey Whitmarsh-State Farm agent for helping out this year! We enjoyed sponsoring the Vendor Appreciation Breakfast for 190 small businesses, sponsoring a blood drive for Chamber member Inova, and hosting a Chamber booth for the more than 3,000 people who attended.
Thanks!
The SFCC Welcomes Petite Smiles Boutique Pediatric Dentistry to Lorton
SFCC Members and their guests recently attended the official ribbon cutting for
Petite Smiles Boutique Pediatric Dentistry at their new office at Liberty Market. Dr. Heba Rashed and her staff are bringing specialized, comprehensive oral health care to local individuals from infancy to adolescence, including those with special health care needs.
SFCC Executive Director Carla Olivo welcomed Chamber members and distinguished guests. Chamber Chair, Mr. Casey Whitmarsh made remarks. "Today's event is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit that thrives in the Lorton community. This ribbon-cutting is about more than just a new business; it's about growth, collaboration, and the vibrant future we continue to build together. We are honored to witness the realization of a vision that will undoubtedly contribute to the economic prosperity of South Fairfax."
A Chamber Welcome to Brynmor Early Education & Preschool
The South Fairfax Chamber recently welcomed the Brynmor Early Education & Preschool to the newly redeveloped Liberty Market.
Founder Rhian Evans Allvin and her staff held a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the Lorton community.
During his remarks, Chamber Chair Casey Whitmarsh said, "As members of the South Fairfax Chamber, we understand the importance of supporting and fostering the growth of businesses that contribute to the well-being of our community. Brynmor Early Education & Preschool is poised to become an integral part of our economic tapestry, adding to the vibrancy of the Lorton community.
The Chamber honored The Metropolitan School of the Arts as the SFCC 2023 Member to Watch at last spring's Super S.T.I.R. and Annual Meeting at Paradise Springs Winery in Clifton. Mr. Dave Kyle of Trademasters presented the award to MSA's Co-Executive Directors, Sara Hart and Michelle Collier.
The Friends of Mason Neck State Park were honored with a South Fairfax Chamber Community Service Award for their mission to conserve, enhance, and interpret the park's natural, and historic resources. President Hillary Clawson accepted the award from SFCC Executive Director Carla Olivo.
Carla also presented a South Fairfax Chamber Community Service Award to Pipi Harrison recognizing her work with students at the Bryant Alternative High School.
Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Package
Foundational Package*
$75 per event
*Included with all Sustaining Memberships
Advance Promotion
o Placement on Chamber Web Calendar
o Social media post
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
o Giant scissors
o Ceremonial ribbon/sashes
o Representation of the SFCC Board
Post-Ceremony Publicity
o Photos posted to SFCC social media
o Photos posted to SFCC website
o Photo in monthly SFCC newsletter
Supreme Package**
$150 per event
**Included with all Premier Memberships
Advance Promotion
o Notice in monthly SFCC newsletter
o Press release
o Local media notification
o E-blast invitation to membership
o Twitter
o Facebook
o Instagram
o LinkedIn
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
o Giant scissors
o Ceremonial ribbon/sashes
o Representation of the SFCC Board
Post-Ceremony Publicity
o Photos posted to SFCC social media
o Photos posted to SFCC website
o Photo in monthly SFCC newsletter
o Blog post on Chamber website
Contact SFCC Asst. Executive Director Carla Olivo for more information – SFCCExecDirector@gmail.com.
It is a new day for Legacy/Lifetime Members!
NEW OPTIONS for Legacy/Lifetime SFCC Members
The SFCC is offering Legacy members the opportunity to switch to a new annual Sustaining Membership to help facilitate your virtual success by increasing your marketability and online visibility.
Our Enhanced Marketing will help to promote your business through more digital and virtual channels so you can see significant returns for your business each month.
SFCC Past Chairman, Tom Repczynski, takes aim during the axe throwing portion of the T3 at Cedar Knoll.
The Chamber has a Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening package
Tom Repczynski of Offit Kurman, Joe English of Burdette Smith & Bish, LLC, Ron Kowalski of the Ron Kowalski Real Estate Group, and Dr. Don Brideau of Inova at the SCHS Golf Tournament.
The Chamber in the news!
Ribbon-cutting for the new picnic shelter at Laurel Hill Central Green.
Groundbreaking for the new Lorton Police Station & Animal Shelter
SFCC Vice Chair Terry Head and SFCC Chair Casey Whitmarsh enjoying the Lorton Fall Festival.
Attend a Chamber STIR
SFCC in the news
Socialize, Thrive, Interact & Reconnect