Navigating Facility and Personnel Security Clearances for Federal Contractors
To compete for U.S. federal government contracts that require access to classified information, your company needs a facility security clearance and certain employees need personnel security clearances.
In this session, attorney Orest “OJ” Jowyk, Counsel at the law firm McMahon, Welch and Learned, PLLC, with nearly 40 years of experience in and around the U.S. Government, will provide you with critical information on the legal aspects of obtaining and maintaining facility and personnel security clearances. In addition, Daniel Herdman, a highly experienced Facility Security Officer, will provide information and valuable insights into the practical and logistical aspects of moving into the “classified” space.
Speakers

Daniel Herdman

Orest “OJ” Jowyk
McMahon, Welch and Learned, PLLCSignature Series Sponsor

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The Loudoun Chamber will host its 3rd Annual DEIA Summit on October 17, 2024. Keynote speakers and workshops will focus on helping your business or nonprofit gain competitive advantages by leveraging diversity and accessibility tools. Event Page Here

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Small Business Awards
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Valor Awards
In April of 2025, the Loudoun Chamber celebrated 40 years of honoring our community’s real-life heroes, including several truly heroic citizens, for their courageous and often lifesaving actions. Stay tuned for 2026 information

State of the Loudoun Market
The Loudoun real estate market has rarely experienced the number of challenges and opportunities it does today. It is difficult to make sense of these current market conditions and their impact on economic conditions. In 2025, the Loudoun Chamber will bring together the region’s top economic and real estate experts to examine how the economic and cultural forces influencing this market will impact your business. Stay tuned for more information.