Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner Hotel

1960 Chain Bridge Road

McLean, VA 22102

10AM to 2PM

(Vendor setup begins at 9AM)

 

 

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Directions:

From National Airport by way of G.W. Parkway:
At the airport take the George Washington Parkway heading north (signs will say to D.C.) Follow the Parkway along the river until it ends at the Capital Beltway, bear left onto I-495 South (to Virginia). Take exit 46A for Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Make a right turn onto International Drive. Get in the left lane, and at the next light turn left on Greensboro Drive. Make second left into driveway of the Crowne Plaza.

From Dulles International Airport by way of Dulles Toll Road:
Take the Dulles Toll Road East to Exit 17 (Spring Hill Road). Pay .75 toll and turn right onto International at the bottom of the exit ramp. Continue on International through 4 traffic lights, and make a right onto Greensboro Drive. Make second left into driveway of the Crowne Plaza.

From the Dulles Access Road (Non-Toll Road):
Take the access road East to Leesburg Pike (Route 7) and go in the direction of Tysons Corner. Turn left onto Westpark Dr.. Take your second right onto Greensboro Drive. The entrance to the hotel will be on your right hand side just before a maroon sign with white letters that reads "Hotel."

From Virginia by way of I-95:
I-95 North to I-495 North (Rockville exit). Take exit 46A for Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Take a right at second traffic light onto International Drive. Get in the left lane and at next light turn left on Greensboro Drive. Make second left into driveway of Crowne Plaza.

From Baltimore by way of I-495 (Beltway)
Take I-495 West (College Park/Silver Spring exit) to I-495 South. Take exit 46A for Route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Take a right at second traffic light onto International Drive. Get in the left lane and at next light turn left on Greensboro Drive. Make second left into driveway of the Crowne Plaza.

From the North:
Headed south I-495 to exit 46A - VA route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Make a right on International Drive and then your first left onto Greensboro Drive. The hotel entrance will be your first left.

From the South:
Headed north I-495 to exit 46A - VA route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Make a right on International Drive and then your first left onto Greensboro Drive. The hotel entrance will be your first left.

From the East:
From East - Headed West - Take I66 west to 267west (Dulles Access Road) to route 123 west (Chain Bridge Road). Make a right on International Drive and then your first left onto Greensboro Drive. The hotel entrance will be your first left.

From the West:
Interstate 66 E to I-495N to exit 46A - VA route 123 (Chain Bridge Road). Make a right on International Drive and then your first left onto Greensboro Drive. The hotel entrance will be your first left.

From the Dunn-Loring Metro (Orange Line) - 3.5 miles (2700 Gallows Road)
Make a left onto Gallows Road. Take Gallows Road straight for about 3 miles (street name changes to International Drive). Turn left onto Greensboro Drive (first light after passing Chain Bridge Road). The hotel entrance will be your first left.

Job Fairs in Virginia on August 8, 2013 and November 20, 2013

Meet several companies at one of the Job Fairs in Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza Tyson's Corner Hotel, 1960 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA, 22102. From 10AM to 2PM.

Job Fairs in Virginia are a great way for you to explore employment opportunities and gather information about companies who are currently hiring in the Virginia area. Many job seekers view job fairs in Virginia as a first interview, and other job seekers view job fairs in Virginia as an opportunity to gather information about potential employers. Regardless of reasons for attending job fairs in Virginia there are a several key things to keep in mind before, during, and after the job fair to make the most of the job fair Virginia.

Job fairs in Virginia by DiversityJobFairs.com

Before a Virginia Job Fair:

· Find out what Companies will be attending the job fairs in Virginia. The more information you can gather beforehand, the more successful the Virginia job fairs will be for you. After you register for the Virginia job fairs you will be able to view the companies that will be hiring. You should then spend some time doing some research about the companies so you can have a more in depth conversation with the recruiter at the Virginia job fairs. Try to find out what types of jobs they have open? What kind of skills is the company looking for? What kinds of skills do these companies need to have?

· Have few questions you would ask employers. Narrow your list of employers to those who have job opportunities you are interested in, or are employers you believe you would like to work for. Then list some questions you would like to ask the hiring manager at the Virginia job fairs.

· Proofread your resume - at least two times. If you don't already have one, make one for the job fairs in Virginia. It gives employers a quick overview of your skills/experience and something to remember you by. Be sure to proofread your resume before the job fairs in Virginia and correct any spelling or grammatical mistakes (search for spell checker on: google, yahoo and msn for a free tool). Be sure to have someone else look over your resume, even if you think it is perfect. Don''t let simple mistakes on your resume overshadow your work history and qualifications for a job!

· Be certain your resume has your latest contact information. Double check that your address, home phone number, cell phone number and e-mail address is current.

Job Fairs in Virginia on August 8, 2013 and November 20, 2013

Meet several companies at one of the Job Fairs in Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza Tyson's Corner Hotel, 1960 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA, 22102. From 10AM to 2PM.

· Dress for an interview. First impressions at the job fairs in Virginia are important. Show the employers that you are serious about your job search. It is best to wear a suit to a job fair, - unless you are looking for a job that would require you to dress professionally at work. NEVER WEAR jeans, t-shirts, baseball caps, headphones ect. If you cannot wear a suit to the job fair, your best alternative is business casual. Nice slacks and a collared shirt for men and nice slacks or a skirt and a blouse for women. Make sure your clothes are clean and pressed. Don’t wear excessive jewelry or clothing that is too short or revealing.

· Spend time with each employer. Don't just hand a resume to the hiring manager and go to the next employer. Put in some time and effort into getting additional information about the hiring company and try to make a good an impression. Don’t just try to see how many resumes you can give to employers in the least amount of time - it is VERY IMPORTANT to make a connection with the hiring manager and find some good job opportunities. It is also important to know when to approach each employer. Try to avoid approaching employers when they are crowded by a large group of job seekers, find an employer that is less busy. Trying to make a connection with an employer that is very busy at the job fair makes it harder for the employer to answer your individual questions, and they are far less likely to remember you.

· Use your research to your advantage. You should feel more confident and knowledgeable because you do your homework, prior the Job Fair in Virginia. Because you have done your research prior to the job fair, you won't have to ask the question, what does your company do? Instead you can start the conversation with “I am familiar with your company and I really would like to be involved with your line of products and services”. Then give them an example of one of the products or services you know about. You will have a real advantage if you can tell employers how your skills match what they are looking for. Employers look to hire job seekers who show an interest in their company.

· A firm handshake and maintaining eye contact. Show the employer how serious you are. Greet each employer with a firm handshake, and be certain to maintain eye contact throughout the conversation.

· After the Job Fairs in Virginia:

· Follow up with a thank you email. Experts agree that follow-up is a crucial part of attending a job fair Virginia, VA. Make sure you pick up a business card, or at the very least get the name of the hiring manager you spoke with and his or her email address. Send a thank you note a email within two days of the job fair. This will show the employer you paid attention, are serious about the job opportunity, and that you are the right person for the job.

Meet several companies at one of the Job Fairs in Virginia on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at the Crowne Plaza Tyson's Corner Hotel, 1960 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA, 22102. From 10AM to 2PM.

Job Fairs in Virginia on August 8, 2013 and November 20, 2013