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The Fall Enrollment Period for our Energy Co-op is Almost Here!
Although we've had an unusually balmy September so far, colder temperatures are just around the corner, and that means increased energy costs. The good news is, as Chamber members, one of your member benefits is the opportunity to join our Energy Co-op. Fall enrollment is going on now, but the deadline to sign-up is
September 29th.
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We've moved and we want you to be our guest at a Fall Open House!
We are unpacked and ready to welcome you to our new office at
6240 Old Dobbin Lane in Suite 110
! Join us Thursday, November 2nd from 3 - 6 p.m. for an open house. You can check out the new space, chat with our awesome Chamber staff and enjoy some drinks and snacks.
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The Business Monthly Will Be Contacting You for our 2018 Business Resource Guide & Member Directory
As part of our ongoing rebranding process, the Chamber has once again teamed up with the incredible people at The Business Monthly to produce our
2018 Business Resource Guide and Member Directory
.
You will notice a few changes this year, but one thing that hasn't changed, is that you will still be contacted by The Business Monthly team over the next month to verify your directory listing information. They will also be offering you the opportunity to upgrade to an enhanced listing and even take advantage of the exposure the publication will provide by purchasing an ad. If you want to guarantee an advertising spot in this year's Directory, contact The Business Monthly team at
410-740-7300.
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Another Successful Member Orientation is in the Books!
We had a great turnout this morning at Eggspectation in Ellicott City for our Member Orientation! Chamber President & CEO Leonardo McClarty explained the many benefits of Chamber membership to all the new members and those same new members got the chance to talk one-on-one with Chamber staff, Board of Directors members and Chamber ambassadors. We're looking forward to another great Member Orientation on November 21st.
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Chamber Offers Support for the Economic Opportunity Task Force Resolution
Howard County Chamber President Leonardo McClarty has penned a letter to Howard County Council Chair Jon Weinstein asking the Council for a favorable vote on
CR119-2017, legislation introduced to establish an Economic Opportunity and Prosperity Task Force. The task force, which would be made up of 13 members and co-chaired by Chamber President McClarty, would examine ways to improve workforce support, economic development, education, housing and transportation in Howard County.
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Chamber President Lays Out Position on TIF Repeal Legislation
Recent developments in downtown Columbia have generated a lot of excitement in the business community, but the Chamber feels that that momentum would be slowed by the repeal of the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan sought by Council Members Calvin Ball and Jen Terrasa, who have introduced legislation seeking a repeal. The Chamber has sent a letter to Howard County Council Chair Jon Weinstein explaining our position and asking that
Council Bill 74-2017 receive an unfavorable vote from the County Council.
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Maryland Cyber Day Marketplace
The Cybersecurity Association of Maryland, Inc. (CAMI) and the BBB are presenting a one-day event for Maryland Cybersecurity providers and buyers.
October 10, 2017 - 8 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Columbus Center
700 E. Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD 21224
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HCC & Giant Food Need Your Help to Fill the Student Food Pantry This Saturday
Chamber members Howard Community College (HCC) and Giant Food are teaming up to collect food and personal care items for HCC's food pantry. HCC students and staff will be passing out shopping lists to customers at seven local Giant Food locations and asking for donations of the items on those lists.
September 23, 2017 - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Area Giant Food locations
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Does Your Business Do Good Work?
Nominations are now being accepted for the
2017 Business Philanthropy Awards presented by the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and the Baltimore Business Journal. If you work for a business that's doing great things in the community, our Chamber VP of Programs & Strategic Initiatives, Kristi Simon is here to help. You can reach her at
[email protected]. Nominations are due by
October 2nd.
Read more
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County Executive Kittleman Announces Launch of Early Childhood Education Tool
Howard County Executive Allan Kittleman just announced the launch of a new free online school preparation program called Ready Rosie here in Howard County. The roll-out of Ready Rosie is the second project under Achieve 24/7, an initiative started by the County Executive.
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AT&T Plan for First Responder Network Approved by Governor Hogan
Congratulations to Chamber member AT&T whose plan along with FirstNet to deliver a wireless broadband network to Maryland public safety community has been accepted by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan.
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2017 Howie Award Nomination Forms Now Available
The Howard County Arts Council is still looking for nominations. The Council is asking for nominations of individuals and businesses that have made a significant contribution to the arts in Howard County for their 2017 Howie Awards.
For more information about the award rules, or to nominate your business or another member business in the community, please email
Kristi Simon at
[email protected]. The deadline for submissions is
October 30th.
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Welcome to our new members this week!
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Happy Anniversary!
The following organizations joined the HCCC this week in history! We couldn't do what we do without you!
- The Mall in Columbia - General Growth Properties - 16 Year Anniversary
- Volunteer Center Serving Howard County - 14 Year Anniversary
- Bonnie Heneson Communications, Inc. - 10 Year Anniversary
- Consult Your CFO, Inc. - 10 Year Anniversary
- Rebuilding Together Howard County - 9 Year Anniversary
- CCI Printing & Graphic Solutions, LLC - 8 Year Anniversary
- WebMechanix, LLC - 8 Year Anniversary
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Hysteria Brewing Company Ribbon Cutting
Join one of our newest Chamber members, Hysteria Brewing Company, for a ribbon cutting ceremony and check out the taproom while you're there!
September 25, 2017 - 10 a.m.
Hysteria Brewing Company
9570 Berger Road, Suite J
Columbia, MD 20146
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Texas Roadhouse Ribbon Cutting
If you've noticed the smell of steaks on the grill coming from the Stanford Boulevard area lately, you can thank Texas Roadhouse! Join another of our newest members for a ribbon cutting ceremony!
October 2, 2017 - 3:30 p.m.
8820 Stanford Boulevard
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Thank you to our new Ribbon Cutting Sponsor, the Better Business Bureau serving greater Maryland!
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October 18, 2017 - YPN Celerate Education Series - SAVE THE DATE
the IRS's Office of Procurement
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Join a Committee at the Howard County Chamber of Commerce
Interested in getting more involved with the Chamber?
Sign up today for any of the following committees:
- Ambassadors
- GovConnects
- Holiday Party
- Legislative
- Membership
- Signature Events
- YPN
Contact [email protected] to join a Howard County Chamber of Commerce Committee today!
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