Chamber Events

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Tri State Restorations LLC.

Cutting will occur at 11:15 am. We hope to see you there! 

AGENDA
11:00 AM Networking 
11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 PM Refreshments & Tour
 

Visit to the newly opened National CyberSecurity Center of Excellence

The National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) works with experts from industry, government, and academia to address businesses’ most pressing cybersecurity problems with practical, standards-based solutions using commercially available technologies.  

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

GGCC Members Only  

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Allstate Insurance Company.

Cutting will occur at 8:45 am. We hope to see you there! 

AGENDA
8:30 AM Networking 
8:45 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
9:00 AM Refreshments & Networking

FYI: their office is in the Milestone Shooping Center, next door to Agrodolce. Same shopping center as the Home Depot, Target, WalMart, Kohl's, Giant, etc. Thanks!

GGCC New Members will learn how to maximize their Chamber membership and the benefits of the GGCC. Come and discover the best way to get a return on investment.

Please note this event is for Chamber Members only. Advance registration is requested. The event will end at 9:30am. Thank you.

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Damascus Community Bank in the Airpark.

Come and support this locally-owned, full-service community bank providing financial support for business, professionals, individuals and families. 

Cutting will occur at 11:15 am. We hope to see you there! 

AGENDA
11:00 AM Networking 
11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 AM Refreshments & Networking

TOPIC: Montgomery County's Comprehensive Economic Strategy Update - A Blueprint for Greater Economic Vitality 

SPEAKER: Lily Qi, Office of the County Executive

In addition to privatizing economic development, the County has undertaken a lengthy strategic planning process to identify its economic development priorities. The Chamber has been an active partner in providing feedback throughout the process. This is an opportunity to learn more about the new economic development plan for the County.

GGCC Members Only!

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Evolution Oral Surgery, LLC.

Cutting will occur at 11:15 am. We hope to see you there! 

AGENDA
11:00 AM Networking 
11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 AM Refreshments & Networking

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.

We have two topics this month

1. Briefing from County Councilmember Craig Rice – This is great opportunity to learn more about what the County Council is doing right now and what plans are in the works.

    

2. Briefing from Universities at Shady Grove on their recently funded 4^th academic building - Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Education Facility (BSE) – The Chamber helped to advocate for the funding for the new building. It will be a great addition to an already great educational asset.

GGCC Members Only!

The GGCC will hold its 13th 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
• The Melting Pot Gaithersburg
• Nalley Fresh
• Nothing Bundt Cakes
• Not Your Average Joe's 
• Asia Nine 
• Savory Gourmet Catering & Events 
• Bargain Movers
• Crown Trophy 
• DrinkMore Water 

This year’s wine tasting features a guided wine tasting tutorial four 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 Asia Nine; Nalley Fresh, Not Your Average Joe's; Savory Gourmet Catering & Events and fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate will be served compliments of the Melting Pot Gaithersburg. And bundtinis will be served by Nothing Bundt Cakes

Cost: Tickets are $35 for GGCC Members & First-Time Visitors; and $65 for Returning Non-Members.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. WALK-INS ARE MOST WELCOME.

GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast Series: "How to Find the Funding"

How do I find the money to start my business? How do I fund my start-up? How do I find ways to make my project stand out?

Funding is the fuel on which a business runs. A business can take different avenues to attain funding, and more than one option can be used. This entrepreneur series - FUNDING - will discuss the options on how one can secure a variety of funding options & help improve your odds of success.

The morning will begin with our Keynote Speaker Elie Ashery, President/CEO of Gold Lasso, who will speak about funding.

He will be followed by a panel discussion of entrepreneurs that include: Kay Hechler, Owner, Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa and Leigh Press, President, PCC Construction Components, Inc. and more. Each panelist will share their funding story

Registration begins at 7:45, program begins promptly at 8:15

Sponsored by: Montgomery College Germantown Campus & ADD YOUR NAME HERE!

Help us plan the Annual Business Golf Classic! Each September, nearly 100 decision makers and business professionals enjoy a day away from the office by participating in the GGCC's Annual Business Golf Classic. This day of networking and competitive fun is a much anticipated event each year. You don't need to golf to be a part of this fabulous committee. If you enjoy planning special events, helping to secure sponsors, door prizes and becoming involved in the marketing and promotion of the event - then join us.

We hope you will join us in planning this terrific outing and we will see you in September as a sponsor and /or player and be a part of this year’s Business Golf Classic. GGCC Members Only.

This meeting is via conference call. Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.