Thursday, April 19, 2018Committee Meeting
Membership Committee Meeting
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Thursday, April 26, 2018Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting: 99 Ranch Market
You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony / Grand Opening of 99 Ranch Market.
Join Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come and support Gaithersburg's newest, grocery store. Come and discover them!
Cutting will occur at 10:25 am. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA9:30 AM Program Begins10:00 AM City Presentation 10:15 AM Lion Dance by Tai Yim Kung Fu School10:25 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony10:30 AM Doors Open to the Public
99 Ranch Market110 Odendhal AvenueGaithersburg
Friday, April 27, 2018Legislative
Candidate Forum: 2018 County Executive Economic Indicators
Economic Indicators and Montgomery County Executive Democratic Candidates Forum
Economist Anirban Basu, Sage Policy Group, will provide an overview of economic indicators for Montgomery County. Democratic candidates for the Montgomery County Executive will then have the opportunity to answer questions about their vision and plans for Montgomery County.
Democratic Candidate Slate Includes:
Note: Republican Candidate Robin Ficker is running unopposed.
The event is being sponsored by the Montgomery County Business Roundtable, in partnership with the Gaithersburg-Germantown, Montgomery County, Greater Silver Spring, Rockville, Greater Bethesda, Rockville & Clarksburg Chambers of Commerce, Empower Montgomery, MD Business Industry Association, Maryland Tech Council, NAIOP, & Suburban Maryland Transportation Alliance.
Attendance is free of charge, but advance registration is REQUIRED.
Parking Info: https://goo.gl/BNk8BL.
Monday, April 30, 2018Other Special Event
National Small Business Week
Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.
As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration & the GGCC takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness.
Wednesday, May 09, 2018Committee Meeting
SOHO
Events Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 16, 2018Committee Meeting
Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting
Montgomery College Germantown Campus Paul Peck Building (Goldenrod Bldg)
20271 Goldenrod Lane Room 105
Germantown Directions: From I-270 take 118 Germantown Road Exit East, then take the 1st street EAST of I-270, turn right on Goldenrod Lane, it is the first building on the left.
IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION- You must have a parking pass. Please contact the Chamber for a pass.
Thursday, May 17, 2018Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 17, 2018Other Special Event
Wine Tasting
\ The GGCC will hold its 15th Annual Wine Tasting at the Kentlands Mansion. Each ticket includes a wine-tasting glass and tastings.
The event sponsors include:
The City of Gaithersburg
Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape
Asia Nine
Barking Mad Cafe
Caribbean Caterers
DrinkMore Water
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
The Melting Pot Gaithersburg
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Not Your Average Joe's
Ted's Montana Grill
Special Event Sponsors:
Bargain Movers
Crown Trophy
This year’s wine tasting features a guided wine tasting tutorial with eight featured wines compliments of Pinky & Pepe of Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape. Also attendees will receive a special discount coupon to use that week in the Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape Kentlands store.
The wine will be paired with delicious food from GGCC Members, bundtinis from Nothing Bundt Cakes and fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate will be served compliments of the Melting Pot Gaithersburg.
Cost: Tickets are $35 for GGCC Members & First-Time Visitors; and $65 for Returning Non-Members.
Friday, May 18, 2018Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting: Smooch! Studio
You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony / Grand Opening of Smooch! Studio.
Join Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come and support Gaithersburg's newest, store in the Watkins Mill Town Center. Smooch! is a custom make-up salon for today's woman. Come and discover them!
Cutting will occur at 10:15 am. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA10:00 AM Networking10:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony10:30 AM Refreshments, Tours & Networking
Smooch! Studio116 Paramount Park DriveGaithersburg
Monday, May 21, 2018Committee Meeting
Golf Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 24, 2018Committee Meeting
Non-Profit: Building & Maintaining Effective Relationships
Join the Chamber's Non-Profit Group for a networking breakfast with a roundtable discussion on “Building and Maintaining Effective Board/Staff Relationships ".
Come prepared with questions or come prepared to share on how you develop positive relationships with the your board & staff. How do you build & maintain strong relationships? This is a great opportunity to share success stories and reconnect with your fellow non-profit partners.
Lite continental breakfast provided by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy. Thank you MBT!
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy220 Perry Parkway, Suite 8Gaithersburg
Friday, June 01, 2018Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting: Camden Washingtonian
You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony / Grand Opening of Camden Washingtonian.
Join Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come and support Gaithersburg's newest, apartment complex. Camden Washingtonian is a new development, which offers amenities and ease of living to everyone. They offer luxurious studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments plus loft-style and den floor plans in the heart of Gaithersburg. Come and discover them!
Cutting will occur at 11:15 am. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA11:00 AM Networking11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony11:30 AM Refreshments, Tours & Networking
Camden Washingtonian10201 Washingtonian Blvd.Gaithersburg
Wednesday, June 13, 2018Other Special Event
SEMINAR: Not Another Social Media Course – Let’s Get Social
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, BUT WE ARE ACCEPTING WALK-INS. SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY MORNING. JUST SHOW UP. IT'S THAT EASY. WE CAN'T WAIT. IT'S GOING TO BE GREAT!
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber is excited to announce a new series entitled “Real Seminars”. Learn how to take your business to a whole new level. This is “real” solutions for “real” problems.
Join us as we redefine what social media means for your business, your brand, your future. Discover the latest tactics, and master social media in 2018. We want you to walk away feeling empowered to make better digital decisions in your business and have an immediate action plan to implement.
Janet Waring & Erica Glotfelty, Digital Strategists of Ironistic, will show you and your team how to take your social media strategy to the next level. This workshop will be full of whys, how to’s, setting your digital cadence, and content planning to get the most out of your digital presence. Walk away with a digital plan and be empowered to make great digital decisions for you and your business.
The Latest Trends & Opportunities for Business in Today’s Digital Marketplace - A look at YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. The social media landscape changes often so this seminar will look at the latest trends, who is using them, and how they can be effective marketing tools. Learn how to make social media marketing a part of your regularly scheduled marketing activity. 10 minutes a day will make a big difference over time!
Ed Samuels, Chief Technology Officer of Auxilium Technology, will discuss search engine optimization for social media marketing and teach you how to design and market profile pages that are unique to your business.
How Can I Use Social to Move Up in SEO Rankings? - 6 critical SEO steps you must take to give your pages a chance to rank well in Google. Ways you can use social media tools like video, blogs, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to generate interest. The importance of developing content for your SEO and Social Media Marketing. And how, by choosing the right keywords, you can get your web pages found in Google and drive visitors to your website.
Registration begins at 7:45, program begins promptly at 8:00
Sponsored by: M&T Bank
Sponsored by (venue & breakfast): Johns Hopkins University MCC
Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campus9601 Medical Center Drive, Room 106Academic & Research BuildingRockville
Tickets: $20 Members Only | $15 Young Professional (ages 21-40) & SOHO Group Members ONLY | $30 Non-Members
Cancellation Policy: Payment is expected if reservation is not cancelled within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, BUT WE ARE ACCEPTING WALK-INS. SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY MORNING. JUST SHOW UP. IT'S THAT EASY. WE CAN'T WAIT. IT'S GOING TO BE GREAT
Wednesday, June 13, 2018Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting: iFLY Montgomery Grand Opening Event
Join us in celebrating the opening of iFLY’s new location in Gaithersburg. If your business is one of the 32,000+ businesses in Montgomery County looking for a corporate bonding and networking experience, which can be enjoyed in a safe, comfortable and fun environment indoors, this is the place where your employees can literally soar. It will be a night filled with food, drinks, entertainment and flying!
Grand Opening Party
4:30 p.m. | Ribbon Cutting
5:00 p.m. | Flying & Entertainment
8:30 p.m. | End of event
If you plan to attend our grand opening, please RSVP here and include the name and email address for each member in your group. This is the only way you will be admitted into iFLY. If you are interested in taking a complimentary flight, email us at info@ggchamber.org with the name & email for each member of the group. Please note that all abilities are welcome, but no experience is needed. You will be trained on-site and provided with the equipment you need.
iFLY9318 Gaither RoadGaithersburg
Monday, June 18, 2018Committee Meeting
Wednesday, June 20, 2018Committee Meeting
TOPIC: ECONOMIC INDICATORS IN MONTOMERY COUNTY
SPEAKER: Steve Silverman; Former Montgomery County Councilmember, Former Director of the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development
The economy in Montgomery County has become an important issue in the upcoming primary election. Join us to learn more about the current state of our economy.
GGCC Members Only!
IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - You must have a parking pass. Please contact the Chamber for a pass.
Thursday, June 21, 2018Committee Meeting
Friday, June 22, 2018Orientation Session
New Member Orientation
Get the most out of your Partnership! Learn how to maximize your Chamber membership and the benefits of the GGCC. Learn what the Chamber can do for you, how to get involved, meet the team, meet other new member partners, learn about programming & events, ways to volunteer and so much more! Come and discover the best way to get a return on investment.
All members are welcome, now matter how long ago you joined.
Advance registration is requested. Thank you.
Wednesday, July 11, 2018Committee Meeting