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Chamber Connections
May 13, 2022
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Central Maryland Chamber Hosts 6th Annual Meeting: 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees Announced |
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The Central Maryland Chamber (CMC) hosted its 6th Annual Meeting and Hall of Fame Business Awards on May 9, 2022, at the Westin- BWI Hotel featuring Keynote Speaker, R. Michael Gill, Maryland Secretary of Commerce.
The event recognized and honored the companies and volunteers who partner with the chamber to be the voice of businesses, create jobs, and help our members thrive. Attendees left the event feeling informed and inspired by how engaged and committed our members are in growing the Central Maryland region.
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Thank You to Our Sponsors |
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Rehab 2 Perform Now Open in Gambrills! |
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Rehab 2 Perform provides a modern approach to Physical Therapy with an amazing atmosphere and the expertise to have you ready 2 perform now and for life! Their facility is more like a gym and athletic training room versus a doctors office, featuring 25+ yards of RED turf with functional equipment to support your personalized plan of care.
Not sure if PT is right for you? Schedule a Free Movement & Injury Consult, and More!
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Maryland Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan |
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Commuter Choice Maryland is hosting a webinar featuring the Maryland Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan (ZEVIP) led by our special guest Dan Janousek with MDOT, on May 25, 2022, at 12 pm EDT.
In this session, Dan will discuss the Plan’s vision, goals, priorities, as well as electric vehicle charging locations. The Plan is required by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), enacted as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), to access the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program formula funding. For more information on how to share your feedback on this Plan, click here. |
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CFHoCo Opens Grant Application Process |
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The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) has opened the application process for its 2022 Community Grants Program. The 2022 grants are part of an open grant application process in which any eligible 501(c)3 nonprofit in Howard County may submit a request for funding.
“The Community Foundation of Howard County is pleased to work with so many amazing nonprofits directly benefiting the lives of people in our community,” said Beverly White-Seals, president and CEO of the foundation. “With a mission of inspiring lifelong giving and connecting people, places and organizations to worthy causes across Howard County, this is the best part of the job. Our donors trust us to be the hub for philanthropic connections to ensure financial resources get in the hands of the nonprofits that can provide the greatest impact.”
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SBA’s Export Loan Guarantee Programs |
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In 2021, Maryland companies exported $16.4 billion in products and of the thousands of Maryland companies that produced these exports, over 80% are small and medium size companies.
Maryland small businesses can export even more and be more competitive by accessing export working capital from their bank by getting the support of the Small Business Administration (SBA).
SBA has three export loan guarantee programs that help companies:
- Begin exporting
- Expand into new markets
- Boost capacity (hire more people, buy new equipment, expand facilities, acquire a company)
- Increase orders
The three programs are:
- Export Express: Supports the bank financing of “any” export related activity
- Export Working Capital Program: Supports the bank financing of accounts receivable, purchase orders, bid bonds and advance payment guarantees
- International Trade Loan: Supports the bank financing of fixed assets, commercial real estate, business acquisitions and permanent working capital.
For more information about these programs and other resources that can help companies realize sustainable revenue growth of 5% and more, contact Bill Houck, SBA Export Finance Manager, william.houck@sba.gov. |
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Central Maryland Classic Golf Tournament is BACK!
Reserve your sponsorship TODAY!
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CMC UPCOMING EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE & REGISTER TODAY!
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Anne Arundel County Leadership Luncheon | May 19th | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Crowne Plaza Annapolis | Register here
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Coffee Catch Up | May 25th | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Tipton Aiport | Register here
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Membership 101 | May 26th | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Virtual | Register here
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USDA-BARC Tour | June 15th | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Beltsville Agricultural Research Center | Register here
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Central Maryland Classic Golf Tournament | June 21st | | Turf Valley Resort| Register here
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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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Fostering IDEA's
Weekly Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Awareness Conversations
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Diverse Teams Achieve Greater Success: How Business Can Champion Diversity As Good Sense |
Studies show (download required) that more diverse teams perform better. Setting aside DEI, not considering diversity leaves enterprise performance gains and business success on the table — it’s a neglectful business decision.
March 8 was International Women's Day, and each year marks a moment when organizations can take a beat to reflect on multiple areas of diversity, starting with matters impacting women and gender balance. It’s not a niche issue. Anything important to half the world is of vital importance in every organization and the whole of society.
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Member and Regional Business News |
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Read and Share the CMC Business Guide!
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Central Maryland Chamber is on YouTube! |
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Member Benefit!
Member-Only LinkedIn Group Page
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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!
2022 Corporate Trustees
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