What's Going On in Annapolis?
The MCCC Advocacy Team has been hard at work! Check out our updated advocacy website for information pertaining to our
advocacy priorities
and
policy positions
at the federal, state, and local levels of government. To get involved with MCCC's Advocacy Solution Groups,
email
Tricia Swanson, MCCC Vice President, Government Relations, or call (301) 738-0015 x 216.
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Minimum Wage:
MCCC joined the Greater Bethesda, Gaithersburg-Germantown, Rockville, and Greater Silver Spring Chambers of Commerce to request that the Montgomery County Council enhance their position of "support" on the Maryland
Fight For Fifteen legislation
to "support with amendments." Read the full letter
here
. In addition to submitting the letter. MCCC Vice President of Government Relations Tricia Swanson testified in Annapolis on the legislation. Read MCCC's testimony
here
. You can watch the full public hearing for HB166
here
, with testimony from the Greater Bethesda Chamber beginning at 2:45:30.
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Diamond Anniversary:
This year, MCCC celebrates our 60th Anniversary. Last week, MCCC was joined by Board members and past chairs for a special Proclamation Presentation by the Montgomery County Council, initiated by District 1 Councilmember Andrew Friedson. View the full Proclamation video below.
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Seeking Large Businesses:
The
FDA Small Business Fair
is looking for large businesses with subcontracting opportunities to participate in their matchmaking sessions. If you are a large business looking to recruit small business partners, you don't want to miss out on this opportunity! The meetings will last 15 minutes and will be pre-scheduled. If you are interested in participating, please
email
the following information to the FDA
FDA Small Business Outreach office
: Company Name, Point of Contact (title, email, and phone number). Please indicate your interest in participating in this event by 5:00 p.m. on March 8.
Seeking Government Contractors:
MCCC Board and GovConNet Council Member Company
CohnReznick LLP
invites you to participate in their
3rd Annual GAUGE Report Survey
: A Benchmarking Survey for Government Contractors. This report focuses specifically on financial and government contract data in five major categories: Government Contract Compliance, Accounting, Utilization, Growth, and Efficiencies. Please respond to the survey by April 19.
Winter Is Here! Inclement Weather Policy:
Due to predicted upcoming weather events, is helpful to know how the operational status of MCCC is determined in the event of inclement weather. Read our Inclement Weather Policy
here
.
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Friday, February 15, 2019
8:00 - 10:00am
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1800
Rockville, MD 20850
Start the day in a productive way with B2B networking
in a professional and friendly setting.
Refreshments are provided.
Bring plenty of business cards!
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019
5:30 - 7:00 am
2 Preserve Parkway
Rockville, MD 20852
Join us for professional networking at its best!
Bring plenty of business cards!
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Chamber After Hours events are free to all MCCC members.
Non-members pay $40 to attend this networking event.
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Special Briefing:
Friday, February 22, 2019
8:30 - 10:00am
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
51 Monroe Street, Suite 1800
Rockville, MD 20850
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Learn more about the
Buy Maryland Cybersecurity Tax Credit
and the
Maryland Defense Cybersecurity Assistance Program (DCAP)
at this special MCCC briefing. Hear from program experts from the Maryland Department of Commerce and the Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP).
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Who Should Attend?
- Cybersecurity Companies
- Government Contractors
- Professional Services (e.g. accountants and attorneys)
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Friday, March 15, 2019
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bethesda North Marriott &
Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
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For information about sponsorship opportunities,
click here
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Friday, May 17, 2019
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Universities at Shady Grove
9630 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
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EARLY BIRD - $150
ends on February 15
After February 15 - $185
At the Door - $200
No cost for government employees
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EARLY BIRD - $650
ends on February 15
After February 15 - $750
Includes two conference admissions
No cost for government agencies
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Please
contact
MCCC staff at 301-738-0015 with any questions.
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