Chamber Connections
February 24, 2023
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CMC Awards Gala
Early Bird Pricing Ending Soon!
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Join us on March 20th at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland as we take pride in recognizing our everyday heroes and CMC members who are making a difference in the lives of the citizens and businesses of our community.
A celebration of people who make our region special, this dinner honors educators, public safety officers, and military personnel for their community contributions. We will also celebrate the Chamber’s accomplishments, highlight plans for 2023, introduce new members of our Board of Directors, and proudly showcase our Annual Hall of Fame award winners.
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This is a truly feel-good evening, and past recipients have told us how much they enjoyed the caliber of the event and the recognition from the region.
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The CMC is thrilled to announce the 2023 Awardees: |
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2023 Hall of Fame Inductees |
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Start-Up of the Year
Woman-Owned Business of the Year
BIPOC Business of the Year*
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Small Business of the Year
Large Business of the Year
Business Partner of the Year
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Spirit of Community Award Nominees |
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Public Safety Winners
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Firefighter of the Year: Lieutenant John Shoemaker, Anne Arundel County Fire Department
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Volunteer Firefighter of the Year: Lieutenant Kyle Norman, Odenton Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
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Military Service Member of the Year: Staff Sergeant Giovanni T. Sims, US Air Force, Fort George G. Meade
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Police Officer of the Year: Hunter Martin, Anne Arundel County Police Department
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Public Safety Volunteer of the Year: Rosa Maher, City of Laurel Emergency Management
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High School Educator of the Year Nominees
- Carolyn Plitt, Arundel High
- Joanne Amaro, Old Mill High
- Michael Born, Center of Applied Technology North
- Nicole Layton, Chesapeake Science Point
- Nisha Seebachan, Crofton High
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Administrator of the Year Nominees
- Askia Brown, Meade Middle
- Dr. Chris Wooleyhand, Pershing Hills Elementary
- Danielle Crankfield, Crofton High
- Robert Scott Edwards, Arundel Middle
- Stephanie Layden, Crofton Elementary
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Business Partner of the Year Nominees
- Crofton Elementary PTA
- The Rage Arena
- Toyota Sheehy of Laurel
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Elementary Educator of the Year Nominees
- Adrina Torrence, Rippling Woods Elementary
- Corinne Herrera, Pershing Hill Elementary
- Courtney Kenney, South Shore Elementary
- Rebecca Maier-Summers, Piney Orchard Elementary
- Sarah (Sally) Ward, Waugh Chapel Elementary
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Middle School Educator of the Year Nominees
- Brandy Dorr, Old Mill Middle South
- Christopher Wukitch, Meade Middle
- Colin Saylor, Old Mill Middle North
- Johanna Santa Rita, Arundel Middle
- Josh Ritter, Ruth Parker Eason
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Administrative Support Staff of the Year Nominees
- Craig Wiggington, Rippling Woods Elementary
- Dorcell Holland, Ruth Parker Eason
- Gillian Ratti, Old Mill High
- Kelly Moshogianis, Old Mill Middle South
- Latasha Savoy, Van Bokkelen Elementary
- Lorenzo Dennis, Center of Applied Technology North
- Penelope Reisler, Pershing Hill Elementary
- Shafeqah Mordecai, Arundel High
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Membership 101
March 13th | 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.| Virtual
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Women's Leadership Summit
March 15th | 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.| Maryland Innovation Center
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We are excited to host our first collaborative Women’s Leadership Summit on March 15th! Attendees will gain insights from some of Maryland's most accomplished women and guidance on addressing timely and relevant issues that impact women, both at work and home. There will be opportunities to network with peers throughout the Summit.
Themes of the Summit include:
- Reignite your career: Encourage women to work on career interpersonal and intrapersonal skills with a purpose and a plan
- Define and Refine your brand: Harness your expertise and skills for career growth
- Amplify your influence: Equip women with the tools needed to increase their leadership impact.
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NEW $20K Grant: BGE Energizing
Small Business Grant Program
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Offered in partnership with Hello Alice and Global Entrepreneurship Network, a program by BGE, this initiative is part of BGE's comprehensive Customer Relief and Energy Infrastructure Investment Plan, designed to help the state’s businesses succeed and thrive.
Applicants must be a for-profit business and an existing BGE electric and/or gas customer with a positive BGE credit history. We value diversity, equity and inclusion so preference will be given to minority-owned and woman-owned businesses.
If you applied and were not selected for a previous round of the program, you are welcome to submit a new application. Your application will be evaluated based on any new information and judge it against a new pool of applicants!
Don’t wait to apply! Learn more and submit your application **before the deadline on March 24, 2023 at 6 p.m. ET.**
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Join the CMC
Energy Purchasing Cooperative
SAVE Money for Your Business!
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Join The Chamber Energy Co-Op today!
The Central Maryland Chamber has partnered with nationally recognized energy management experts and consultants, CQI Associates, to run the cooperative. The Chamber Energy Co-Op program provides competitive electric and natural gas rates for your business and your home.
CQI’s 25-plus years of experience provides the best option for stabilizing your utility expenses. There is no better time for members to enroll in the Chamber Energy Purchasing Cooperative Program and gain price stability, budget control and peace-of-mind.
JOIN THE FIGHT! TAKE CONTROL & REGISTER NOW in the current campaign which runs from February 6, 2023, to March 3, 2023.
If you have any questions or require additional details, please contact Sean Corcoran – sean@cqiassociates.com or 410-500-9555
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CMC UPCOMING EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE & REGISTER TODAY!
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Business Builder Breakfast
April 13th | 8:00 - 10:30 a.m.| Hella's Restaurant
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Coffee Catch Up
April 26th | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.| Fidos for Freedom
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Central Maryland Classic Golf Tournament
June 20th | Turf Valley Resort
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Member and Regional Business News |
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Central Maryland Chamber
is on YouTube!
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Read and Share
the CMC Business Guide!
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Fostering IDEA's
Weekly Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Awareness Conversations
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Six Tips To Help Your Company Celebrate Black History Month In A Meaningful Way |
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Every February, Black History Month rolls around and companies scramble to get programming together to mark the occasion. With little advance planning and strategic thought, many issue statements that sound hollow and perform actions devoid of real meaning or impact. These companies may even have a stated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and DEI strategies in place with which they could align. What’s the impact on Black, Indigenous and people of color staff? In my experience, there’s often a sense of tokenism, erasure and marginalization. It’s a missed opportunity for connection, erodes trust, is a culture breach and can lead to attrition.
If you’re looking to avoid squandering the opportunity again this year, here are some tips to help you mark the occasion in ways that advance your DEI strategy.
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Members Only: CMC Community LinkedIn Group
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The LinkedIn group is a member benefit to provide a space for CMC members to share insights, ask questions, and foster connections!
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Central Maryland Chamber Job Board
Job Opportunities Available
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Utilize the Chamber’s job board to help you find the perfect hire!
Members may post job openings to the board for free.
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Have an Article or News to Share?
Chamber members are encouraged to share their news in the weekly newsletter.
Newsworthy articles are included for free!
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Looking to Fill an Open Position?
Utilize the Chamber’s job bank to help you find the perfect hire!
Members may post job openings to the job bank for free.
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THANK YOU!
2023 Corporate Trustees
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