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Wednesday, March 14, 2018Committee Meeting

SOHO

SOHO
"SOHO" is for GGCC Members who own and operate a "Small Office - Home Office". If you are a Member who works from home or in a very small office, please feel free to join us at the monthly “SOHO” Meeting.

Members - categorized as SOHO businesses - will provide support to one another. This is your business solutions roundtable! An opportunity to reach out to other like-minded SOHO business owners to share, grow, strengthen and expand your resources; all while "increasing the value of your business". Hope to see you there.

When:
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
GGCC Office
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205 N
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
To register, please contact Stephen McDow at smcdow@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, March 14, 2018Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, March 14, 2018 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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Thursday, March 15, 2018Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, March 15, 2018 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

Monday, March 19, 2018Committee Meeting

YPG Committee Meeting

YPG Committee Meeting
GGCC Members Only!

When:
Monday, March 19, 2018 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
GGCC Office
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205 N
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Monday, April 09, 2018Other Special Event

Business Appreciation Week

Business Appreciation Week
We are thankful to the local companies for choosing the Upcounty as their place of business.

 

We have so many different businesses in the Upcounty including major employers, growing industries, businesses that contribute to Montgomery County’s quality of life, businesses that help main streets thrive, home-based business, startups, small businesses and non-profits.

 

Thank you for choosing to grow here, you're appreciated! 


When:
from Monday, April 9, 2018 9:00 AM
thru Friday, April 13, 2018 5:00 PM
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018Committee Meeting

SOHO

SOHO
"SOHO" is for GGCC Members who own and operate a "Small Office - Home Office". If you are a Member who works from home or in a very small office, please feel free to join us at the monthly “SOHO” Meeting.

Members - categorized as SOHO businesses - will provide support to one another. This is your business solutions roundtable! An opportunity to reach out to other like-minded SOHO business owners to share, grow, strengthen and expand your resources; all while "increasing the value of your business". Hope to see you there.

When:
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
ZOOM - Advance Registration Requested
Registration:
To register, please contact Stephen McDow at smcdow@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 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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Wednesday, April 18, 2018Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC: Are We Stuck in Traffic? 

SPEAKER: Neil Harris, City of Gaithersburg Councilmember; Member Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Transportation Planning Board (TPB)

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

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.

For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, April 19, 2018Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, April 19, 2018 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

Thursday, April 26, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: 99 Ranch Market

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! 

 

AGENDA
9:30 AM Program Begins
10:00 AM City Presentation
10:15 AM Lion Dance by Tai Yim Kung Fu School
10:25 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
10:30 AM Doors Open to the Public 

  

When:
Thursday, April 26, 2018 9:30 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:

99 Ranch Market
110 Odendhal Avenue
Gaithersburg 

Registration:
Free for All business folks. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

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

Friday, April 27, 2018Legislative

Candidate Forum: 2018 County Executive Economic Indicators

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:

  • Roger Berliner
  • David Blair
  • Marc Elrich
  • William Frick 
  • Rose Krasnow
  • George L. Leventhal

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.


When:
Friday, April 27, 2018 8:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Universities at Shady Grove
9640 Gudelsky Drive
Building II, 1st Floor Conference Center
Rockville
Registration:
 
For More Info:
301.840.1400
info@ggchamber.org
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Monday, April 30, 2018Other Special Event

National Small Business Week

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.


When:
from Monday, April 30, 2018 9:00 AM
thru Friday, May 4, 2018 9:00 AM
Where:
In Your Neighborhood! April 29-May 5
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Wednesday, May 09, 2018Committee Meeting

SOHO

SOHO
"SOHO" is for GGCC Members who own and operate a "Small Office - Home Office". If you are a Member who works from home or in a very small office, please feel free to join us at the monthly “SOHO” Meeting.

Members - categorized as SOHO businesses - will provide support to one another. This is your business solutions roundtable! An opportunity to reach out to other like-minded SOHO business owners to share, grow, strengthen and expand your resources; all while "increasing the value of your business". Hope to see you there.

When:
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
ZOOM - Advance Registration Requested
Registration:
To register, please contact Stephen McDow at smcdow@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, May 09, 2018Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 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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Wednesday, May 16, 2018Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

BRT - 355 Corridor
SPEAKER: Corey Pitts

GGCC Members Only!

When:
Wednesday, May 16, 2018 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

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.

For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, May 17, 2018Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, May 17, 2018 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

Thursday, May 17, 2018Other Special Event

Wine Tasting

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.


When:
Thursday, May 17, 2018 5:30 PM thru 07:30 PM
Where:
Kentlands Mansion
320 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
Cancellation Policy: 96 hours. No refunds. Payment is due in advance. Thank you.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Friday, May 18, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Smooch! Studio

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! 

 

AGENDA
10:00 AM Networking
10:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
10:30 AM Refreshments, Tours & Networking 

  

When:
Friday, May 18, 2018 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:

Smooch! Studio
116 Paramount Park Drive
Gaithersburg

Registration:
Free for All business folks. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

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

Monday, May 21, 2018Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting
Come 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.

FYI: our first meeting is in-person and then all additional meetings are via conference call unless an in-person meeting is necessary. Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.

When:
Monday, May 21, 2018 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
GGCC Office
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205N
Gaithersburg
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Thursday, May 24, 2018Committee Meeting

Non-Profit: Building & Maintaining Effective Relationships

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!

  

When:
Thursday, May 24, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy
220 Perry Parkway, Suite 8
Gaithersburg 

Registration:
GGCC Members Only
Free, Advance registration requested
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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