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Thank you for your support in making our Annual Celebration Dinner and & Awards Ceremony a success! We are especially grateful for everyone who attended and all the sponsors who generously contributed to make it such a special night. Here’s to another wonderful year!

Romy Nunez:

2022 Young Professional

of the Year

Romy Nunez is the Commercial Insurance Broker at Foresight Insurance, an independent insurance agency in Rockville, MD.

At Foresight Insurance, he consults with business owners to help them understand and properly manage risk as it relates to property and casualty insurance for their business. In the last 2 years, Romy has contributed to Foresight Insurance’s client growth and implemented policies and procedures at the agency to help other agents in his office be more successful.

We are so proud of you, Romy Nunez! This honor is a testament to your unwavering commitment and dedication. You have touched the lives of many young professionals with your leadership and passion. Congratulations on winning the 10th Annual Young Professional of the Year award.

Supporting Strategies:

2022 Small Business

of the Year

Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping and accounting services to businesses in the Gaithersburg-Germantown area and beyond. Formed in 2018 and with the backing of his franchisor, owner Steve Barber, decided to immediately differentiate the Company by developing strong relationships above selling while focusing on larger businesses.

Because of Steve's differentiation, focus on his community, and personal and consultative approach, Supporting Strategies has become the premier local outsourced accounting-services provider and supports over 150 businesses. Steve has won multiple awards with his franchisor including being the fastest-growing office to achieve President's Club in 2022 and achievements in Client Delight and Growth.

Congratulations on winning the 16th Annual Small Business of the Year Award! Your team has worked hard and shown dedication which has paid off in a big way. We can't wait to see what else you can achieve!

We are proud to recognize the hard work and dedication of four Montgomery College students through our scholarship program. Your commitment to educational excellence is an inspiration, and we look forward to seeing all the amazing things you will accomplish in the future.

This year's recipients are:

Meksud Buser - Computer Science

Ryan Kemajou - Computer Science

Linal Kulasekaram - Engineering

Ibukunoluwapo Oluwaboro - General Engineering

'Tis the season to Network | Chamber Open House

It's MERRY GGCC! Join us at the last event of 2022; make it count!

Enjoy good food, and great networking, and brighten the holidays with the GGCC!

Food & Beverage Sponsorship Opportunities are available! Email pchanner@ggchamber.org.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Please bring an ornament or gift tag representing your business to decorate the GGCC office holiday tree – surprise chamber games to come! Don’t have an ornament or gift tag? Not to worry, we’ll give you one at the open house!

When: Thursday, December 15

Time: 5:00 PM thru 7:00 PM

Where: The GGCC Office, 910 Clopper Road, Suite 205 North Building, Gaithersburg

Coffee & Conversation with the GGCC

Join us for casual conversation over coffee, because coffee is always a good idea! They say happiness is coffee and a good book; today it's coffee and good networking. See you there!

SNOW POLICY: GGCC follows the same policy as the Montgomery County Public Schools.

When: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 8:00 AM

Where: Corner Bakery Cafe, One Grand Corner Avenue, Gaithersburg

After Five Networking Mixer at DogFish Head Alehouse

The Gaithersburg Germantown Chamber of Commerce is hosting an after-five networking mixer at DogFish Head Alehouse on January 19, 2023. Please bring your business cards and share them with fellow chamber members to grow your network and meet new prospects.

Light appetizers sponsored by Dogfish Head, all the wonderful craft beers on tap available for purchase.

When: Thursday, January 19, 2023 5:00 PM

Where: Dogfish Head Alehouse, 800 West Diamond Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Did you know you can build relationships at committee meetings? We’re always on the lookout for new and innovative opportunities & ideas to help our members continue to grow and prosper. Get on board!

Dec. 14 - SOHO Committee Meeting @ 9:00 AM

Jan. 07 - Events Committee Meeting @ 8:30 AM

Jan. 11 - SOHO Committee Meeting @ 9:00 AM

Jan. 19 - Membership Committee Meeting @ 9:00 AM

Young Professional Planning Committee - We are looking for active members that would like to contribute to the planning & coordination of the upcoming professional development series and social events for the group. If you are interested in participating, please contact Eric Ashmont.

^ Currently, all meetings are on ZOOM ^

MEMBER NEWS

The City of Gaithersburg, City's Winter Lights Festival, is getting ready to welcome visitors for another spectacular season. The wondrous display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park will be open nightly from November 25 through December 31. More information.

Predictions for a recession have risen in the past few months. News of a recession often sparks fear among small business owners. However, those that prepare for a recession are more likely to survive. Please check out this article by our members DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors encouraging business owners during these concerning times.

Manna Food Center is currently hiring for two key roles in their organization, Data Manager & Part-Time School Based Clerk. Please share this information with anyone you know interested. For job description and details click here.

Running a business is hard work. Making it profitable is even more challenging. Doing both in times of uncertainty and inflation seems impossible on some days. Check out tips and advice on making it work from Supporting Strategies.

Loring Consulting Engineers, Inc. is excited to share its newly designed website! It features a more intuitive, engaging, and easy-to-navigate experience that clearly showcases their expertise and achievements, reflects our values and goals, and illustrates what we strive to accomplish for their staff and clients. Check it out now.

Congratulations to Clear Skies Meadery for the grand opening of your Rockville location. We are happy to see you growing and thriving.

Congratulations to Waredaca Brewing Company on celebrating your seven-year Anniversary. Hoping for many more years to come

2022 CORPORATE SPONSORS - THANK YOU

2023 CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED!

Please email pross@ggchamber.org for more information about how your business can benefit from an annual sponsorship investment.