Chamber Events

For February's program, we will hear an update on the development pipeline along the upper I270 corridor, with an emphasis on Germantown projects. We will also hear about the upcoming Germantown Employment Sector Master Plan update. Our speakers will include Sandra Periera, Regulatory Supervisor with the Montgomery County Planning Department for an update on development projects, and Jamey Pratt and Audrey Vogel, also from the Planning Department, regarding the Master Plan update.  There will be time for Q&A. 

The Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee will explore various topics. The monthly meeting (3rd Wednesday, 8:30am) will be virtual with a speaker unless we note an in-person opportunity to be in the community.  

Through the Gaithersburg-Germantown Economic Development & Legislative Affairs (ED&LA) Committee, the Chamber will proactively work with City, County and State Leaders to support the Economic Development of Gaithersburg, Germantown and surrounding jurisdictions, and represent the GGCC and its members in a pro-active manner in the formulation of state and local legislation and policy affecting the business community. These meetings are open to all members to attend and learn more about the various economic and legislative topics impacting businesses in our area.

Join us for a Joint Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network Happy Hour at Bonchon in Rockville Town Center! Network with fellow professionals from the Greater Rockville, Germantown-Gaithersburg, Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Olney Chambers of Commerce. This collaborative event is a perfect opportunity to build connections, share ideas, and grow your professional network. See you on February 19, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM!

NEW DATE DUE TO EXPECTED WEATHER - FEB 19.

Your voice shapes our community!

Germantown is a wonderfully diverse community. We need your help to craft the vision, mission and core values that will guide us into the future of the Town Center in Germantown. We invite you to join us and help influence our direction, voice your ideas and meet your neighbors!

BONUS: Learn about the Germantown Employment Area study from Park & Planning AND the Brand Rural Montgomery initiative from VisitMontgomery!

The Membership Attraction and Retention (MAR) Committee is charged with: maintaining a strong growth in membership through targeted new member recruitment activities that effectively communicate the value of membership to community businesses; Promoting the ongoing value of membership to member businesses through personalized contacts with member business representatives and other initiatives that monitor member needs, member satisfaction, and their perception of Chamber Value; communicating the Return On Investment to Members and engaging them in GGCC activities.

All Chamber Members Welcome to Join and Attend our Meetings

*This meeting is exclusively for GGCC Members  

6:00pm-7:00pm Mega Networking (refreshments available for purchase at the kiosk, including drinks, snacks, and sandwiches) - in the Opera House lobby at the Kennedy Center

Join us for an extraordinary evening that brings together premier business networking and cultural enrichment. Experience mega networking opportunities with members from co-hosting chambers and business associations, fostering powerful connections across industries. The night culminates with an awe-inspiring performance by Shen Yun at 7:30, celebrating cultural heritage and unity. Together, we'll thrive through shared connections and inspiring experiences. 

Networking Organizations present:

• Chinese Culture Institute
• Asian American Chamber of Commerce
• Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Arlington Chamber of Commerce
• Virginia Minority Chambers
• Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• The Eurasia Center
• Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce
• Thai American Association of Washington DC
• Global Chamber Baltimore/Washington
• Philippine American Chamber of Commerce
• Metro Washington DCAsian American Chamber of Commerce Foundation
• Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• BWI Business Partnership
• Black Professionals in International Affairs
• Minority Business Round Table
• French American Chamber of Commerce
• US India SME Council
• Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
• African American Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County

Free for all GGCC members.

Demystifying mindfulness in the workplace.

Come join the fun and the great opportunity to gain insight about mindfulness in the workplace from Psychotherapist Wendy Iglehart, LCPC. 

Organizations are spending approximately 8 billion dollars on wellness programs and want to provide a healthy culture and environment. Yet, mindfulness is misunderstood. We will explore the research and why types of mindfulness work in specific situations. You will leave with a bit of Zen, an understanding of mindfulness, and the best practices to implement within your workplace. Plus, there will be delicious treats from Empress Coffee and a small gift for those who attend!

Please feel free to bring lunch from any of these nearby Chamber member locations!

Are you eager to tap into the collective expertise of our vibrant business community? Look no further than the Member-Led FYI Lunch & Learn Series, a dynamic initiative designed to foster knowledge sharing, networking, and collaborative growth. 

Join us for an engaging lunchtime session where fellow members take the spotlight and share their insights, experiences, and industry know-how. This series offers a platform for learning about a variety of topics while getting to know your peers on a deeper level.

March session: We welcome Maria Bardos from Visit Montgomery to speak about their R"ural Montgomery" branding initiative to bring more tourism to the Upcounty areas! Maria will also highlight some of the other marketing initiatives that seek to highlight interesting venues in Damascus and the surrounding area - such as the Tastemaker's Trail!  

Join us for this quarterly "Up Upcounty" breakfast series! Each session will include a guest speaker - an elected official or civic leader - to engage in discussion about needs and opportunities in the northern-most footprint of the Upcounty and of GGCC's service footprint, and we'll enjoy great networking of course. Thank you to Hornet's Nest Grille for coffee and breakfast! Free to members and Damascus-business-owner guests! Please join us!

GGCC SOHO meetings are second Wednesday of the month from 9:00 – 10:00am   Google Meet joining info  Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jjg-qvec-xau   Or dial: ?(US) +1 419-945-6018? PIN: ?219 484 809?#

Join us! The DEI&B committee will focus on advancing the DEI&B goals of our organization by advocating for economic inclusion, growth and competitiveness of our community’s diverse business population. Our goal is to ensure that the diversity of cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities, races, and experiences within our business and non-profit communities is reflected in every aspect of the Chamber’s operations.

Committee Chair: Wendie Veloz

This meeting will be held in person monthly. 2nd Thursday each month at GGCC. We hope to see you all there!