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Friday, October 02, 2015Committee Meeting

Celebration Dinner Committee Meeting

GGCC Members Only.
Please come and help plan the biggest bash of the year, our Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony.

When:
Friday, October 2, 2015 9:30 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:
GGCC
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205N
Gaithersburg
Registration:
GGCC Members Only!

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Monday, October 05, 2015Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Ted's Montana Grill. Inspired by the pioneer spirit of the American West, Ted's Montana Grill is committed to serving honest food served with genuine hospitality. The menu is known for its modern interpretation of hand-prepared, 100-percent fresh, classic American food. The chef inspired menu features the finest cuts and best selection of bison, including high-quality, flavorful steaks and award-winning burgers amongst a variety of other unique menu items. Cutting will occur at 4:00 pm. We hope to see you there! 

AGENDA
3:30 PM Networking 
3:45 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
4:00 PM Ribbon Cutting
4:00-4:30 PM Networking & Reception 


When:
Monday, October 5, 2015 3:30 PM thru 04:30 PM
Where:

Ted's Montana Grill
105 Ellington Boulevard
Gaithersburg

Registration:
Free for All. Advance registration requested.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, October 08, 2015Other Special Event

SEMINAR: GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast I

SEMINAR: GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast I

Are Entrepreneur’s Born or Made: GGCC Entrepreneur Breakfast

 

The morning will kick-off with a keynote speaker, followed by a panel discussion of "home- grown" entrepreneurs. Each panelist will share their "entrepreneur" story, what motivated them to take the entrepreneurial leap, and they will answer the question-- are entrepreneurs born or made?"

 

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

 

Program:
"Are Entrepreneurs Born or Made" with Oliver Schlake, University of Maryland

 

Entrepreneur Panel with:

  • John Compton, GeneDx
  • Angela Graham, Quality Biological, Inc.
  • Ellen Bogage, Chesapeake Public Strategies
  

When:
Thursday, October 8, 2015 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Montgomery College
BioScience Education Center
20200 Observation Drive
Germantown

Registration:

Chamber Members & Guests: $15
 

 
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Tuesday, October 13, 2015Orientation Session

New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation

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.


When:
from Tuesday, October 13, 2015 8:00 AM
thru Friday, April 8, 2016 9:30 AM
Where:
Homewood Suites Gaithersburg
805 Russell Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Registration:
GGCC Members Only Please!  

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Wednesday, October 14, 2015Committee Meeting

Joint Committee Meeting

Joint Committee Meeting
This Joint Committee meeting is an opportunity for these two important committees to work together on how membership and events interact to make our Chamber effective for our members. Open to all Chamber Members.

GGCC Members Only Please!

When:
Wednesday, October 14, 2015 11:00 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where:

Fairfield Inn & Suites
20025 Century Boulevard
Germantown, MD 20874

Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Tuesday, October 20, 2015Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC:

Milestone Business Park

VIBRANT 24/7 MIXED-USE TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT

Come and learn more about this exciting project in Germantown. 


When:
Tuesday, October 20, 2015 8:30 AM
Where:

ON ZOOM                      

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.                    

Contact Paula Ross to register -  pross@ggchamber.org

 
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, October 22, 2015Other Special Event

Candidate Forum: 2015 City of Gaithersburg

Candidate Forum: 2015 City of Gaithersburg

The Gaithersburg-Germantown will host a "Meet the Candidates" Coffee & Conversations in light of the upcoming Gaithersburg City Election on  Tuesday, November 3, 2015.

 

GGCC Members & press are invited to join us on Thursday, October 22 at Corner Bakery and Meet the Candidates.

 

This is a great opportunity for our members and local businesses to talk with the candidates about their concerns. The format will be opening remarks from candidates and then an opportunity to mix and mingle with them over a cup-o-joe.

 

Invited Candidates include:

For Mayor:
Jud Ashman
Henry Marraffa
Darlene Bell-Zuccarelli

For Council:
Neil Harris
Laurie Anne-Sayles
Ryan Spiegel
Robert Wu

  

When:
Thursday, October 22, 2015 8:00 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Corner Bakery Cafe
One Grand Corner Avenue
Gaithersburg

Registration:
G'Burg City Meet the Candidates Ticket: Free for GGCC Members (inc. in membership)

REGISTER NOW!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, November 04, 2015Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of C2 Education.C2 Education is a tutoring and test-prep company. They help students from K-12th Grade to improve test scores and grades in math, reading, writing, AP classes, and more. Cutting will occur at 1:15 pm. We hope to see you there!

AGENDA
1:00 PM Networking 
1:15 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
1:30 PM Networking & Reception


When:
Wednesday, November 4, 2015 1:00 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:

C2 Education
816 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg

Registration:
Free for All. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Monday, November 09, 2015Committee Meeting

Legislative: Comptroller Peter Franchot

Legislative: Comptroller Peter Franchot
Topics will include economic conditions, outlooks and other issues. Brown bag lunch. Seating is limited, Please R.S.V.P.

When:
Monday, November 9, 2015 12:00 PM thru 01:30 PM
Where:
Registration is a must! Contact Marilyn Balcombe at mbalcombe@ggchamber.org for location.
Registration:
Seating is Limited. Advance registration required.

REGISTER NOW!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, November 11, 2015Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, November 11, 2015 12:00 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Friday, November 13, 2015Committee Meeting

Celebration Dinner Committee Meeting #2

Celebration Dinner Committee Meeting #2
GGCC Members Only.
Please come and help plan the biggest bash of the year, our Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony.

When:
Friday, November 13, 2015 10:00 AM
Where:
GGCC
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205N
Gaithersburg
Registration:
GGCC Members Only!

REGISTER NOW!


Tuesday, November 17, 2015Committee Meeting

Economic Development Committee Meeting

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. NO WALK INS!

National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Briefing on NIST and their role in Cybersecurity. After the meeting, attendees will have the opportunity to tour the NetZero residential home on the campus of NIST.

NIST is a secured facility.

Please arrive at 8:00 AM to allow time to go through security. You will need an ID AND your vehicle registration with you.


When:
Tuesday, November 17, 2015 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST)

GATE A - Building 226
100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 

NIST is a secured facility. Please arrive at 8:00 AM to allow time to go through security.

Please make sure you have ID AND your vehicle registration with you.

Once you have received your badge proceed through the guard house to the Stop sign.  Turn right at the Stop sign onto North Drive, turn left onto West Drive, then take your first left into the parking lot of building 226 and park in a marked space. 

REGISTRATION CLOSED:
REGISTRATION CLOSED. ABSOLUTELY NO WALK-INS
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, November 19, 2015Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
from Thursday, November 19, 2015 8:00 AM
thru Wednesday, November 18, 2015 8:00 AM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Angela LaPadula to register - alapadula@ggchamber.org
Registration:
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org

Saturday, November 28, 2015Other Special Event

Small Business Saturday! 2015

Small Business Saturday! 2015
Small Business Saturday®: one of the biggest days of the year for your local small businesses! In 2010, American Express founded Small Business Saturday to help business owners with their most pressing need - getting more customers. Four years later, the day continues to rally shoppers nationwide to support local small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

The GGCC is proud to support Small Business Saturday® and encourages you to "shop small, shop local"!

Support GGCC Members! To see a complete listing of our members, visit our GGCC membership directory at: http://cca.ggchamber.org/businesssearch.aspx.

Learn more about Small Business Saturday®: ShopSmall.com/About.

When:
Saturday, November 28, 2015 9:00 AM thru 09:00 PM
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Thursday, December 03, 2015Other Special Event

Celebration Dinner

Celebration Dinner

Join us at our biggest bash of the year the "Annual Celebration Dinner and Awards Ceremony - Celebrating 66 Years!"

 

The evening events include:

  • The installation of the 2016 Board of Directors
  • Silent auction
  • Dinner
  • Music
  • Presentation of the Annual “You Made a Difference Award”
  • Announcement of the “9th Annual Small Business of the Year” award
  • Announcement of the "3rd Annual Young Professional of the Year” award
  • The awarding of the Montgomery College Scholarships funded by GGCC Businesses to Montgomery College students

 

Sponsorships Available:

  • Title Sponsor: TAKEN
  • Gold Sponsor: $2,000
  • Silver Sponsor: $800.00
  • Bronze Sponsor: $300
  • Table Sponsor: $1,200
  • SBY Table: TAKEN
  • YPG Table: TAKEN
  • Scholarship Table: $1,000
  • GGCC Member / Spouse / Guest Ticket Per Person: $100 (Early Bird until 11/2)
  • GGCC Member / Spouse / Guest Ticket Per Person: $125

 

NOTE: When registering please make your dinner selection of beef/chicken combo or vegetarian. Thank you! 

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

 

Title

  • City of Gaithersburg

 

Gold

  • Holy Cross Health
  • Hughes Network Systems, LLC

 

Young Professional of the Year Award Table Sponsor

  • Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

 

Small Business of the Year Award Table Sponsor

  • CFR Engineering 
  

When:
Thursday, December 3, 2015 6:00 PM thru 10:00 PM
Where:
Holiday Inn Gaithersburg
2 Montgomery Village Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Friday, December 11, 2015Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Advance Auto Parts

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 Networking & Reception 


When:
Friday, December 11, 2015 11:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:

Advance Auto Parts
19204 Montgomery Village Avenue
Montgomery Village 

Registration:
Free for All. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, December 16, 2015Legislative

Committee for Montgomery Legislative Breakfast


When:
Wednesday, December 16, 2015 7:00 AM thru 09:30 AM
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Wednesday, January 13, 2016Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, January 13, 2016 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Tuesday, January 19, 2016Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting

You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Waredaca Brewing Company

 

A craft farm brewery located on an existing 220 acre horse farm and equestrian facility outside of Laytonsville, MD. They offer a tasting room, patio, and tours of the brewery. They can serve tastings, pints, and provide growler fills. Come and check out Montgomery County's newest brewery.

 

Cutting will occur at 4:15 pm. We hope to see you there!

AGENDA
4:00 PM Networking 
4:15 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
4:30 PM Refreshments & Tour

  

When:
Tuesday, January 19, 2016 4:00 PM thru 05:00 PM
Where:

Waredaca Brewing Company
4017 Damascus Road
Laytonsville

Registration:
Free for All. Advance registration requested.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, January 20, 2016Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC: Economic Development in Montgomery County

SPEAKER: Bob Buchanan, Board Chair of the newly formed Economic Development Corporation

We will start the year off with a global look at Economic Development and how Montgomery County fares in terms of recruitment and retention of highly skilled jobs.

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, January 20, 2016 8:30 AM
Where:

ON ZOOM                      

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.                    

Contact Paula Ross to register -  pross@ggchamber.org

 
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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