Dennis Karalow
President
Connell’s Valet
148 Maple Avenue, West
Vienna, VA 22180
Phone: (703) 255-9481
connellsvalet@earthlink.net
www.ConnellsValet.com

At the beginning of 2006, Dennis and Connell's Valet celebrated their 50th year as a member of the Chamber--making them the longest-running member in our history! We honor Dennis not only for this distinction, but for his constant support of our events. We look forward to another 50 years... at least!

After an extended tour in Viet Nam with the U.S. Army's 75th Infantry, Dennis returned to his home town of Vienna where he grew up. In 1976 he took over full operations of Connell's and has tried to continue with the same level of service and commitment that he inherited.

From 1980-91 he also operated Clear Sky Adventures, a hot-air balloon ride business, in the skies of Prince William, Fauquier, and Loudoun counties. Over the eleven years, he logged about 700 balloon rides and tethers.

Dennis has two daughters, Lori and Elizabeth, both of Manassas, Va. Current hobbies are biking and kayaking in the local parks and waterways. Dennis and Melanie Steinberg make their home in Vienna.

Steve Craddock
Information Technology
Systems Specialist
BB&T (Branch Banking
and Trust Co.)
Phone: 703 241-3027
Fax: 703 241-3684 (fax)
SCraddock@BBandT.com
www.BBandT.com

Steve was awarded member of the month for his consistent "behind the scenes" help with labor on the Halloween Float year after year, assistance at chamber mixers and other chamber related events. Not one to actively seek the limelight, Steve's presence is a testament to those who seek to give in ways which may not always be obvious...from the heart.

Steve's job junction at BB&T is "trouble shooter." He identifies and resolves problems with the on-line systems which allows the programming development staff to concentrate on improvements which will enhance our client’s experience with us. He also designs and implements enhancements to internal processes and procedures. Steve was with First Virginia Bank when BB&T took over, and his combined years of service is 26.

Currently active in several areas with Reston Bible Church, Steve's most notable involvement is his past 10 years with the annual Easter presentation-- most recently as a co-producer. He has three children, and has refereed soccer games for 10 years, coached soccer occasionally, been a basketball scorekeeper and driven to most of the soccer fields in Virginia and Maryland. Steve has been treasurer and president of homeowner associations and held various comparable positions within the church. "I currently enjoy working with all the great Chamber folks, but most of all, I enjoy spending time with my granddaughter!"

Patrick King
President/Designer
ImagineDesign
9728 Kingsbridge Drive #202
Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone: 703-766-2516
Fax: 806-213-6672
patrick@imaginedc.net
www.imaginedc.net

Patrick is being honored for his volunteer work relative to website updates such as the eCalendar updates, addition of banner logo’s and eCommerce functionality and his general good humor!

At the age of 9, Patrick King began his career in graphic design by designing his first logo for the family business. Starting his own design company, ImagineDesign, was a logical step for Patrick. With a focus on meeting the needs of small businesses, ImagineDesign is a provider of marketing solutions for both web and print. Patrick wanted to bring his business to an area that had a high concentration of small businesses and strong community feel. Vienna was an obvious choice. Community involvement has long been important to Patrick. One visit to the Chamber of Commerce convinced him that he should join and become an active member. Impressed with the organization, he continues to offer his expertise in design to a number of Chamber projects.

Rebecca Diamond
Community Relations Director
Tysons Dodge Jeep
8448 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182
Phone: 703-790-0900
Fax: 703-821-1347
www.tysonsdodgejeep.com

Rebecca is being honored for hurdling into the chamber with both feet since joining last June. Since that time she has been actively involved with the 2005 Carnival, Golf Tournament and Halloween Parade and is currently actively involved on the 2006 Casino Night Committee. Known for a having a can do attitude, Rebecca is an appropriate pick for the Chamber's first honoree for Member of the month.

Rebecca Diamond is the Community Relations Director for Tysons Dodge Jeep, Tysons Corner, Virginia. Tysons Dodge Jeep is owned by the parent company Southern Hospitality Automotive Group from Chesapeake Virginia. Prior to joining Tysons Dodge Jeep, Rebecca was an independent finance and insurance consultant for automobile dealerships—offering finance and insurance training to employees, working in finance offices to improve income potential and consulting dealers on finance processes. With over 20 years in the Automobile industry ranging from selling cars to financing them Rebecca is happy to be a part of the Tysons Dodge Jeep/Southern Hospitality family.

Rebecca is the proud mother of 3 active children, Steven 15, Andi 12 and Abby 4. She was on the Board of Directors of the Reston Raider Hockey Club from May 2002-May 2005, VP of the Gesher Jewish Day School PTO 2004-2005 school year and currently is the Team Manager for her sons Virginia Statesman Junior C Minor Hockey team.

Rebecca/Tysons Dodge Jeep is a member of the Vienna Tysons Chamber of Commerce, Greater Merrifield Business Association, Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, Mclean Chamber of Commerce and Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. She sat on this years 2005 Halloween Parade committee, is a member of the VTRCC Membership committee, and volunteers on various other committees and charities.