Time to Walk the Walk to New Jersey's Premier Business Event...
Hop the Chamber's Chartered Amtrak Train to the Nation's Capital.
Connect with hundreds of executives looking for
the products and services you offer.
Have dinner with Gov. Christie and the state's top political and business leaders.
January 26 and 27, 2012
Marriott Wardman Park Hotel • Washington, D.C.
Event Information
Contact Theresa Pollaci at (609) 989-7888 x150
for ticket information or event questions.
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce just celebrated its Centennial Anniversary and we are ready to kick off our second century in grand style with the Diamond Anniversary Walk to Washington and Congressional Dinner. For 74 years, Chamber members have boarded a special Amtrak charter train and traveled to the nation's Capital to dine with our representatives in Congress and the state Legislature, as well as with the governor and his cabinet members. Join us for unprecedented opportunities for conversation, visibility and camaraderie.
I'm glad to be here and I'm glad all of you are here to support the Chamber. The work that we all have to do together for the people of the state is extraordinarily important.
-- Gov. Chris Christie addressing an audience of 700 at the 2011Congressional Dinner
Why walk the walk?
To mingle with the state's movers and shakers and make connections that will help your business grow and succeed. As we emerge from the recession, it is more important than ever to ride the rails and meet face-to-face with as many potential clients as possible.
Watch the video above to see why the Walk to Washington is the state's premier business networking event.
What is the Walk to Washington?
The tradition began in 1937 when several of the state's top business executives took a train to Washington to have dinner with New Jersey's congressional delegation - and the rest is history. The Walk to Washington obtained its name when folks realized that few sit on the train; they literally walk the train mingling and exchanging business cards the whole way to Washington. The adventure begins when the Chamber's chartered Amtrak train departs Newark and our other scheduled stops - Metro Park, New Brunswick, Trenton, Philadelphia and Wilmington - for the ride to Washington.
What is the Congressional Dinner?
It's your best opportunity of the year to meet people, make connections, and build your business. Once at the Marriott Wardman Park, attendees are invited to the Chamber's Grande Reception that will feature special exhibits focused on Jersey Pride. For dinner, will be joined by Governor Chris Christie, members of his cabinet, state legislators and the New Jersey Congressional delegation. The networking continues late into the evening when everyone gets out of their seats for the Chamber's Dessert Extravaganza. This fun and engaging culmination of the dinner debuted last year to rave reviews.
Want more reasons to attend?
You can participate in the many related events provided by leading New Jersey businesses and organizations. Post-dinner hospitality suites and morning breakfasts are all part of the tradition. Our chartered Amtrak train leaves Union Station in Washington late Friday morning and gets you home in time for dinner. Every attendee will also receive a complementary copy of the N.J. Chamber's Centennial Directory and Commemorative Book which includes contact information for all N.J. Chamber of Commerce members.
Boarding in Newark? A Special Invitation from Verizon:
Complimentary Breakfast Buffet prior to departure for the Walk to Washington.
When:
Thursday, January 26, 2012
8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where:
Hilton Newark Gateway
Gateway Center at Raymond Boulevard
Newark
Boarding in Philadelphia? A Special Invitation from Burton Trent Public Affairs LLC:
Complimentary Breakfast Buffet prior to departure for the Walk to Washington.
When:
Thursday, January 26, 2012
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where:
JG Domestic (directly across from 30th Street Station)
2929 Arch Street, Philadelphia
Boarding in Trenton? A Special Offer from Marriott Trenton Downtown:
Relax with an overnight stay at the Marriott Trenton Downtown before the trip and enjoy breakfast before the train arrives. Special price: $129 (plus applicable taxes).
Offer includes:
Overnight accommodation for January 25, 2012
Breakfast for one in Archives Restaurant on the morning of January 26, 2012
Overnight parking on January 25 & 26, 2012
To reserve you r room at this special rate, email Edward Bush, General Manager, Trenton Marriott Downtown at EBusch@waterfordhotelgroup.com, with your full name – make sure to mention that you are a participant in the N.J. Chamber's Walk to Washington.
