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DoubleTree by Hilton to Host on April 4
GSSCC's next Business-Networking Breakfast is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. next Wednesday, April 4, at
DoubleTree by Hilton (8727 Colesville Road). Informal networking begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by round table networking until 9:15 a.m. $20 for members and first time attendees includes full buffet breakfast. Click
here to login and register.
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Denizens to host "Behind the Brewing Process"
Join GSSCC's Young Professional's Network for this workshop and happy hour from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. next Thursday, April 5.
Denizens Brewing Company (1115 East West Highway) will give a tour of the brewery to explain the brewing process. Cost is $15.00 for members and $20 for non-members. Click
here to register for this event.
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REGISTER TODAY - Democrat County Executive Candidate Forum
The upcoming mid-term election provides a unique opportunity for Montgomery County. Voters will elect the first new County Executive in 12 years. Come learn what the six Democrat Candidates for County Executive have in mind for the future of business in our county and Silver Spring. Register today for GSSCC's free
members-only County Executive Candidates Forum, scheduled for 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, at Montgomery College. The forum will feature those candidates whose races are contested in the June 26 primary. Complimentary Continental breakfast over networking will be available between 7:30 a.m and 8 a.m. Click here to log in and reserve your place.
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ANNAPOLIS UPDATE. . .
With only two weeks left in this session of the General Assembly, bills that are expected to be enacted are moving through both chambers. Here's an update on legislation GSSCC has been following and advocating for or against on your behalf.
- Legislation proposed by Governor Hogan to provide some tax relief for small businesses has passed the Senate and is scheduled for consideration by a House committee on March 28.
SB134
would provide tax credits for small businesses (having fewer than 25 employees) that have employees who earn equal to or less than $30,000 per year.
- Legislation (HB512) that would prohibit employers from seeking information about an applicant's salary history has passed the House and will be heard in the Senate on March 29. Sections of the bill that would have required all employers to publish pay scales was stripped from the bill.
- The state "Ban the Box" bill HB541 died in committee. In a touch of irony, the original bill proscribed jail time for any employer who violated the law by asking a candidate about his or her criminal background.
- Legislation that would make null and void provisions in any employment contract, policy, or agreement that waive an employee's rights or remedies to a claim of sexual harassment has passed the House. HB1596 will be heard in the Senate on March 29.
- SB1025 that would authorize a study of the impact, collection, and administration of sales and use tax on deliveries by out-of-state vendors has passed the Senate and has moved to the House Rules Committee.
Members interested in more information should contact
Jane Redicker
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Market Your Business via Unique GSSCC E-Cast
Have your email message delivered to the inboxes of more than 1,150 individuals on GSSCC's email list. Market special promotions, share an upcoming event, drive traffic to your web site, or just let fellow members know about your organization. GSSCC will send out one e-cast per month in 2018. The cost is $200. For more information contact Alison, 301-565-3777 or
amclaughlin@gsscc.org.
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Not Your Average Joes
announces "Tuesday Night Burger Special," offering its "Smokin' Joe" double cheeseburger, fries, and a beer for $12.99 every Tuesday. Click here for details or to make a reservation.
* Leadership Montgomery is now recruiting for all four of its leadership programs: Core, Senior, Emerging Leaders, and MoCo Insider. Anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of County issues and connecting with other local leaders should complete an online application by April 13. Click here for the application.
* Community Bridges will host its 3rd Annual Career and Innovation Summit from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, at Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring. Click here for more information.
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See your company's news here! GSSCC is pleased to highlight news from our member companies in this section of the weekly e-news. Please submit items via email to info@gsscc.org before close of business each Friday. Include a pdf of news releases or other flyers.
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 Upcoming GSSCC Committee/Group Meetings
* Membership Development Committee Meeting
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9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 27
* Economic Development Committee Meeting - 9 a.m. Thursday, March 29 (RESCHEDULED) - Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation President David Petr will provide an overview of how his team works to recruit new employers to our region.
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About GSSCC Committee/Team Meetings:
All GSSCC members are welcome to participate in Chamber committees. Members are welcome to attend committee meetings to assess interest in joining a committee. Meetings are typically held in the GSSCC Conference Room. Advance RSVP is required and priority will be given to existing committee members when speakers are scheduled.
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Thank you to our 2017-2018 GSSCC Partners
Corporate Partners - Downtown Silver Spring; Lee Development Group; Montgomery College; Statland & Katz Insurance, Inc.; Washington Adventist Hospital
Business Partners - AFI Silver Theatre; Apex Home Loans; Atlantech Online; Bud Miller Associates, Inc.; Digital Industry; Discovery Communications; EagleBank; Eggspectation; The Fillmore Silver Spring; Lerch, Early & Brewer Chtd.; Linowes and Blocher, LLP; M&T Bank; Revere Bank; The Tower Companies (The Blairs); United Therapeutics Corporation; Washington Property Company.
Partners - Adam Lowe Creative; Bell Flowers; Carlton Creative; EBA Ernest Bland Associates; IBI - Innovative Business Interiors; My Office Products; Signs By Tomorrow.
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