Business Appreciation Week 2022
Each year the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) dedicates a week to celebrating the contributions of local businesses. Calvert County’s 15th annual Business Appreciation Week, May 1-7, 2022, salutes the economic resiliency of the Calvert County business community.
During Business Appreciation Week, the Calvert County Department of Economic Development presents a series of events focusing on the vital role local businesses play in our economy. Join fellow business owners, resource partners, county staff and the BOCC for this week of special events, workshops and networking activities.
Monday, May 2
How to Do Business with Local County Government 101
Sponsored by the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce, Calvert County Minority Business Alliance, Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce and the Calvert County Department of Economic Development
9-11 a.m.
Calvert Library Prince Frederick
850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick
If you are a business owner interested in obtaining contracts with local government entities, this is a must-attend workshop. Guest speakers from Calvert County Government, Calvert County Public Schools and Calvert County Public Schools Construction will discuss the process, provide tips and answer questions. Registration is free.
Thursday, May 5
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Mixer
5-7 p.m.
Davis, Upton & Palumbo, LLC
132 Main St., Prince Frederick
Network with other business owners in a casual atmosphere. This free event is open to Calvert County Chamber of Commerce members and business owners who are not members. For information, contact the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce at 410-535-2577 or visit www.calvertchamber.org.
For more information on Calvert County’s Business Appreciation Week, including updates on planned activities and events, or to learn about the many services the county offers the business community, contact the Department of Economic Development at 410-535-4583 or 301-855-1880, or email.
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Made in Calvert: Patuxent Printing
Seven years ago, Dana Bustin, Theresa Hudson (both pictured to the left) and Steven Palmer became proud owners of a digital printing company in Owings. The small team provides a variety of products and services from design and consultation to manufacturing of promotional products, screen printing and embroidery. Maybe you’re in need of business cards, banners or brochures with a quick turnaround, you want a uniquely designed logo, company uniform, letterhead, invitation or brochure, or you need help with a personalized mass mailing campaign – the team of design and printing professionals at Patuxent Printing prides themselves on the quality, variety and accuracy of the products they make.
Dana Bustin is also an active member of the Calvert County Chamber of Commerce and spends many hours each year making substantial charitable contributions to the Calvert County community where she and her team members live and work.
For more information, visit online.
If you are a Calvert County-based business and make a product you’d like featured in an upcoming edition of our newsletter, please contact us at info@ecalvert.com.
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Free, Virtual Business Training Options
Intellectual property basics, Excel, budget planning, federal contracts and marketing to millennials…the Small Business Development Center offers a variety of no-cost online training sessions and workshops. Visit online for a full listing.
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Spotlight on Education: Morgan State University
On Thursday, April 28, 2022, there will be a one-day virtual summit from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. hosted by the Women Veteran Entrepreneurs (WVE) Initiative under the Women Owned & Managed Enterprise Network (WOMEN) platform of the Morgan State University Entrepreneurial Development and Assistance Center. You will learn how to become a business triple threat by securing the three Cs: Contracts, Contacts and Capital.
This event will be packed with amazing speakers, valuable content and the opportunity to network with multiple government agency liaisons. What's even better? It’s FREE and VIRTUAL.
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NEW Tourism/Hospitality Industry Training Program |
Have you ever thought about introducing your business to a group of visitors coming through Southern Maryland on a tour bus?
This spring, the Department of Economic Development will sponsor a series of FREE virtual sessions hosted by Bristol Creek Consulting featuring topics like “How would my business benefit from a group of visitors who arrive on a motorcoach/bus?” and “What would I need to do to prepare for hosting a bus filled with visitors?”
Virtual sessions will run every other week starting Thursday, April 28 at 1 p.m.
You can attend online in real time or sessions will be recorded, so you can watch at your convenience, but preregistration is required to receive the session links. If you are interested in participating, please send an email to Hilary.Dailey@calvertcountymd.gov
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2022 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing Applications
The Regional Manufacturing Institute (RMI) 2022 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing demonstrate extraordinary innovation, leadership, goodwill, transformation and growth and manufacturing plays a critical role in Maryland’s economy.
It greatly impacts middle class jobs, our families, communities and life itself. RMI’s 2022 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing program highlights achievements in Maryland’s manufacturing ecosystem to include champions from business, education, government and the community. Champions are outstanding individuals, companies, organizations and agencies whose exemplary efforts of manufacturing-related innovation, leadership, goodwill, growth and transformation in 2021-2022 deserve recognition.
Submit your champion story/stories today; no cost to do so. Deadline is Sept. 23, 2022.
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Recycling Survey Underway |
The Calvert County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Division, invites you to participate in its annual business recycling survey. Your participation in the 2021 Annual Business Recycling Reporting Survey will provide significant information for calculating Calvert County’s annual recycling rate.
As part of the Maryland Recycling Act, Calvert County is required by the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) to recycle at least 20% of its generated waste. The annual recycling rate is measured by compiling the completed Annual Recycling Reporting surveys submitted by Calvert County businesses, waste haulers and recycling processors. With everyone’s participation, the Solid Waste Division can provide MDE with accurate recycling data that can be used to determine the county’s recycling rate, an indicator of the recycling efforts in Calvert County. Annual reports are due in March each year; however, we are continuing to accept surveys for calendar year 2021 through the end of May. The survey information you provide is only viewed by Calvert County Government’s recycling staff. If you have any questions or need assistance completing the survey, please contact the recycling staff at 410-326-0210. For more information and to access the 2021 recycling reporting forms, please visit our website.
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