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Thursday, January 23, 2020Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Tribute at Black Hill

Ribbon Cutting: Tribute at Black Hill

You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Grand Opening of Tribute at Black Hill.

 

Join the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come support them! Cutting will occur at 5:15 PM. Refreshments & tours will be provided after the cutting.


When:
Thursday, January 23, 2020 5:00 PM thru 06:00 PM
Where:
Tribute at Black Hill
312 Baltusrol Drive
Germantown 
Registration:
Free and open to the public. Advanced registration is appreciated.
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301-840-1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, February 12, 2020Committee 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, February 12, 2020 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, February 12, 2020Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
from Wednesday, February 12, 2020 12:00 PM
thru Tuesday, March 3, 2020 1:30 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, February 19, 2020Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

Field Trip!!

TOPIC: The Importance of BioScience in Montgomery County  

SPEAKERS: Rich Bendis,  President & CEO of BioHealth Innovation and Brad Stewart, Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation

This is a great opportunity to visit the brand new Biomedical Science and Engineering Building at Universtities at Shady Grove and to learn more about the bioscience industry in Montgomery County.

All Chamber Members Welcome

  

When:
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Universities at Shady Grove

Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Building (BSE)  

Room 5115 (BSE Boardroom)

9631 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville

IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - Visitors to campus can park in the Traville Gateway Garage (take a ticket when you enter, pay when you leave) or in surface Lot 2 next to the BSE (pay by parking spot # IN ADVANCE - transportation services will ticket).

For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, February 20, 2020Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, February 20, 2020 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

Friday, February 28, 2020Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Couture Bridal of Maryland

Ribbon Cutting: Couture Bridal of Maryland

You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Grand Opening of Couture Bridal of Maryland's newest location!

 

Join the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come support them! Cutting will occur at 2:15 PM. Refreshments & tours will be provided after the cutting.


When:
Friday, February 28, 2020 2:00 PM thru 03:00 PM
Where:
Couture Bridal of Maryland
322 East Diamond Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Registration:
Free and open to the public. Advanced registration is appreciated.
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301-840-1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Friday, March 06, 2020Orientation Session

New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation

Make your membership work for you. Get the most out of our 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. 
 

Special thanks to the Holiday Inn Gaithersburg  for sponsoring this session! 


When:
Friday, March 6, 2020 8:30 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Holiday Inn
2 Montgomery Village Avenue
Gaithersburg
Registration:
GGCC Members Only Please  
For More Info:
Chelsea Selby
301.840.1400
cselby@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, March 11, 2020Committee 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 11, 2020 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, March 11, 2020Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 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, March 13, 2020Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Good People Acupuncture & Wellness

Ribbon Cutting: Good People Acupuncture & Wellness

You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Grand Opening of Good People Acupuncture & Wellness!

 

Join the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come support them! Cutting will occur at 2:15 PM. Refreshments, demos & tours will be provided after the cutting.

Liimited parking in front of the office, plenty of parking in the rear.  


When:
Friday, March 13, 2020 2:00 PM thru 03:00 PM
Where:
Good People Acupuncture & Wellness
8921 Shady Grove Court
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Registration:
Free and open to the public. Advanced registration is appreciated.
For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301-840-1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, March 19, 2020Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, March 19, 2020 8:00 AM thru 09:00 AM
Where:
CONFERENCE CALL!!!
Registration:
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, April 08, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: CARES Act & Beyond Webinar

SEMINAR: CARES Act & Beyond Webinar

What the CARES Act Means for Small Businesses and Nonprofits

On Friday, March 27, President Trump passed the highly anticipated CARES Act. While the focus in the news has been on the stimulus checks to individuals and families, and other individual benefits. We've taken the time to pull out the most important benefits for small businesses and nonprofits with 5-500 employees. During this webinar, we'll guide you through the Payroll Protection Program and other notable elements of the CARES Act.

Speakers include:

Brett Friedman, DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors

Brett joined the DeLeon & Stang team in 2006 and is currently the Director of Business Development. He specializes in the tax and financial planning areas for individuals and corporations. His expertise extends to investment management, insurance, employee benefits, estate and retirement planning. Brett is focused on helping his clients reach their retirement goals and achieve the most efficient tax liability. He also provides clients with tax and financial planning advice through his blog titled "My Two Cents". In 2016, Brett was chosen as a Five Star Wealth Manager by Five Star Professional and was invited to co-host with DeLeon & Stang Partner, Rich Stang, on the Executive Leaders Radio program.

Brad Hoffman, DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors

Brad joined DeLeon & Stang in 2012. As a partner and head of the firm’s Leesburg and Frederick offices, he provides tax and consulting services to a wide variety of clients. Specifically, he specializes in work with trade contractors, government contractors, construction contractors, residential and commercial properties, professional services, business acquisitions and business start-ups. Additionally, he draws upon his extensive training from The Partner Institute to offer executive coaching services to many of his business clients. With more than 20 years of experience in accounting, Brad believes he is an advocate for his clients. He is focused on providing exceptional service by getting to know each person on an individual level and treating their business or situation as if it were his own. The personal relationships he has developed over the years, coupled with his expertise and undeniable compassion for the industry, continue to benefit both the firm and the clients he serves. As a partner and leader at Deleon & Stang, Brad focuses on the person, empowering his team to handle most aspects of client interactions.

Steve Barber, Supporting Strategies

Steve has over 25 years of accomplishments in finance and operations, from improving capabilities and efficiencies to providing insights for quality decision making. He brings his business leadership and commitment to helping businesses succeed to Supporting Strategies, launching the Montgomery, Frederick, and Carroll counties, Maryland location in 2018.

When:
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:

ZOOM

Topic: CARES Act & Beyond Webinar
Time: Apr 8, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time

 REGISTRATION REQUIRED

ZOOM Information will be sent one day prior to event.
 

  
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Wednesday, April 15, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar

The Montgomery County Small Business Grant Program- This "How To" Webinar will help our members determine their eligibility and to complete the application.

This webinar will go over:

  • Eligibility
  • Documents Required
  • Application Process
  • Q&A
  

When:
Wednesday, April 15, 2020 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:

ZOOM

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting.

NEW TO ZOOM?  You will need to download Zoom at least 15-minutes prior to the start of the event. For directions, please visit: https://bit.ly/33O8LE1

  
Registration:
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Thursday, April 16, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar
The Montgomery County Small Business Grant Program- PHEG-is now accepting applications. The Chamber will be providing "How To" Webinars to help our members determine their eligibility and to complete the application.

When:
Thursday, April 16, 2020 2:00 PM
Where:

ZOOM

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting.

NEW TO ZOOM?  You will need to download Zoom at least 15-minutes prior to the start of the event. For directions, please visit: https://bit.ly/33O8LE1

  
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Friday, April 17, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar

SEMINAR: MOCO Small Business Grant Program: How To Webinar

The Montgomery County Small Business Grant Program- PHEG-is now accepting applications. The Chamber will be providing "How To" Webinars to help our members determine their eligibility and to complete the application.

This webinar will go over:

  • Eligibility
  • Documents Required
  • Application Process
  • Q&A
 

When:
Friday, April 17, 2020 1:00 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:

ZOOM

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting.

NEW TO ZOOM?  You will need to download Zoom at least 15-minutes prior to the start of the event. For directions, please visit: https://bit.ly/33O8LE1

  
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Friday, April 24, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: Your Employees & COVID-19

Join us and learn how to navigate the various employment issues associated with the COVID-19 crisis.

 

Topics:

• Remote work considerations in light of COVID-19

• Leave programs under the new Families First Coronvirus Response Act (FFCRA), including new regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Labor

• Effective employment-related strategies for planning for a return to the “new normal”

 

Presenters:

Marc Engel & Michael Neary

Employment Law Attorneys

Lerch, Early & Brewer

 

Co-sponsored by:

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce

  

 

Please submit questions prior to the Webinar. 


When:
Friday, April 24, 2020 11:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
Register Online at https://bit.ly/2yqMznI
Registration:
REGISTER AT: https://bit.ly/2yqMznI
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Tuesday, May 12, 2020Seminar & Prof Dev't

SEMINAR: Preparing 4 PPP Loan Forgiveness

SEMINAR: Preparing 4 PPP Loan Forgiveness

Preparing for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness and Beyond

You secured an SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan. Take a minute to breathe; you earned it. Now, are you prepared for loan forgiveness? Are you ready for what is next? Join us for a webinar to discuss these things and more.

We'll review and answer questions about:

  • what items you'll need to know to prepare for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
  • what items you'll need to track to prepare for Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness
  • what elements affect the forgiveness amount
  • what we can learn from companies who are thriving during the COVID-19 economic downturn
  • what is coming next in the recovery from the COVID-19 economic downturn

 

Speakers:

  • Brad Hoffman, CPA, DeLeon & Stang
  • John Sheehan CPA, DeLeon & Stang
  • Brett A. Friedman, CFP®, DeLeon & Stang
 

When:
Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:00 AM thru 11:00 AM
Where:

Advance registration required at ggchamber.org

 

After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting one day prior to the event.

  
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020Committee 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 13, 2020 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 13, 2020Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeeting

ALL CHAMBER MEMBERS WELCOME! 

When:
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:30 PM thru 01:30 PM
Where:

ZOOM

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting.

NEW TO ZOOM?  You will need to download Zoom at least 15-minutes prior to the start of the event. For directions, please visit: https://bit.ly/33O8LE1

  
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Tuesday, May 19, 2020Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Conference Call

Golf Committee Conference Call

Bring your mojo & 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. Teeing off September 11, 2020. 

 

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.

 

All GGCC Members are welcome.

 

FYI: meetings are via Zoom unless an in-person meeting is necessary.

 

Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org.


When:
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 11:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:
ZOOM ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. After your request has been approved, you'll receive instructions for joining the meeting. 

NEW TO ZOOM? You will need to download Zoom at least 15-minutes prior to the start of the event. For directions, please visit:  
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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