Our Mission
To foster and maintain a thriving business climate in which our
members and community can grow and prosper.
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Welcome our recent new members! |
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Mr. Brian Albert
13106 Big Pool Rd.,
Clear Spring, MD 21722
240.310.4735
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17301 Valley Mall Rd., Ste. 222
Hagerstown, MD 21740
240.347.7388
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Ms. Mary Ann Keyser
13027 Hawkins Cir.
Hagerstown, MD 21742
240.818.2742
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9030 Sharpsburg Pike
Fairplay, MD 21733
410.474.0378
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105 Enterprise Ln.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
301.766.9495 ext. 220
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223 N. Prospect St., Ste. 203
Hagerstown, MD 21740
301.739.2900
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Don't miss out on this great opportunity!
Greetings! I’m hosting a live, private training called the Workplace Culture Cure: Why you need to get culture right and what happens if you don’t on September 14 at noon ET.
This is a live training, so you’ll have the opportunity to get your workplace culture questions answered during the session (Live consulting? Yes, please!). I’ve even built in some additional Q&A time at the end of the presentation to make sure we have time to answer everyone’s time sensitive questions about workplace culture and employee experience.
During the training, I’ll be sharing our Conscious Culture framework. We’ll talk about:
· The three things you must have in place to improve or enhance your existing culture.
· What happens when you leave your culture to chance (or just flat out ignore it and hope for the best)
· 6 key benefits of consciously creating the right employee experience
At the end of the training, you’ll learn more about our soon-to-launch Workplace Culture Club and find out more about how your organization can go from an average culture to an amazing culture.
This training is by application ONLY, so you need to complete our short application form at https://hranswerbox.kartra.com/page/LPT to get access to what I know is going to be an amazing session! Hope to see you there…
Amanda
P.S. You don’t want to miss our live, private training! There’s obviously a benefit to attending live, but even if you’re not available on the 14th at noon ET, we still encourage you to apply so that you’ll have access to the replay. Again, the only way to get access is to complete our short application form.
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Believing in Yourself
Think back to a time when someone inspired you. It could be a conference you attended, a supervisor or mentor you had or an act of kindness you witnessed. You could have read a profile of someone you admired. Whatever the case, the motivation of...
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Browse through news from some of our members. |
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YMCA of Hagerstown Receives $200,000 from MPC, Meritus Health, to Support Population Health
The YMCA of Hagerstown has received a $200,000 grant from Maryland Physicians Care (MPC) in coordination with Meritus Health, with plans to use the funds to support the county’s bold goal to lose one million pounds together by 2030.
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Pictured at the check presentation, left to right, are Allen Twigg, executive director of Meritus behavior and community health; Tara Sargent, YMCA of Hagerstown board member; Maria Rubeling, CEO of the YMCA of Hagerstown; Dr. Doug Spotts, chief health officer at Meritus Health; and Dave Lehr, chief strategy officer at Meritus Health. |
Meritus Health’s Chief Strategy Officer Appointed by Governor to Key State Commission
Dave Lehr, the first chief strategy officer for Meritus Health, was officially appointed to serve as a commissioner on the Maryland Community Health Resource Commission (CHRC) by Governor Larry Hogan.
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Meritus Health Begins New Color-Coded Visitor Policy as COVID-19 Cases Keep Climbing
Visitors to Meritus Health facilities, including Meritus Medical Center, Meritus Medical Laboratory patient service centers and other medical practices, will need to follow a new color code when planning to see patients or going to appointments. Meritus Health facilities will communicate visitor restrictions using colors.
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Meritus Health, Maryland Physicians Care Partner, Expand Vital Health Care Services to Larger Population
Local patients with Medicaid coverage can expect to receive communication more often as Meritus Health and Maryland Physicians Care (MPC) work together to promote simple, life-saving treatments to continue improving the community’s population health. Meritus Health is the first health system to partner with MPC for this kind of value-based care initiative.
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First United Bank & Trust’s Carissa L. Rodeheaver Named One of the Most Influential Banking Services Leaders in Maryland |
Congratulations to First United Bank & Trust’s President and CEO, Carissa L. Rodeheaver, on being recently featured in The Daily Record’s Power 30 Banking & Finance List as one of the most influential leaders in the Maryland banking industry. The Power 30 list highlights leaders in Maryland who played a significant role in helping the financial services industry get through 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic. As the COVID-19 pandemic touched every part of daily life the Bank’s biggest success was being able to stand strong and offer support to employees, customers, and communities.
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First United Bank and Trust’s Jennifer S. Kreighbaum
Maryland Banking School Award Winner
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The Maryland Banking School recently announced that Jennifer S. Kreighbaum, Compliance Officer and CRA Officer for First United Bank & Trust, was awarded the Lilian T. Moffat Award for the 2021 session. |
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J. Frederick Manning Receives Paul Harris Fellow Award from Local Rotary |
Fred Manning, President and CEO of Manning Media, was recognized by the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek in downtown Frederick this week with the Paul Harris Fellow Award. This is the highest award presented by Rotary. It is given to an individual who demonstrates the ideals of Rotary in their service to the community. |
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OnTrack Washington County, Inc. To Begin Search for Executive Director |
OnTrack Washington County, Inc. announces Executive Director, Kim Duncan, is leaving to pursue other opportunities. Duncan has served as the organization’s Executive Director since December 2019. |
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UScellular Offering Customers Free Calls to Afghanistan |
In the midst of the escalating situation in Afghanistan, UScellular is offering customers free calls to Afghanistan from the United States. As of Monday, August 16 and through December 31, 2021, customers will be able to make outbound calls to Afghanistan at no additional charge, as international dialing rates for these calls will not apply.
Postpaid customers will have charges automatically removed. Prepaid customers whose plans allow for international dialing can call customer service at 1-888-944-9400 or *611 from their mobile phone to receive credits for applicable calls.
“While we cannot take away the pain of this humanitarian crisis, we hope to make it easier to connect with friends, family and those who need our help and support,” said Courtland Madock, vice president, marketing at UScellular.
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United Way of Washington County Welcomes Kelli Buhrman-Tencer as New Director of Community Impact & Investment |
The United Way Washington County is pleased to announce Kelli Buhrman-Tencer as its new Director of Community Impact and Investment. Tencer began her role on August 30th. She previously served as the Financial Stability Program Director at Reach of Washington County and serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Development Network of Maryland. A native of Hagerstown, Tencer has over twenty years’ experience in human services. Tencer resides with her husband and two children in Hagerstown. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, kayaking and spending time outdoors with her family. |
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Inspire Detailing had their ribbon cutting on August 25 and their new facility is fantastic! If you need your car detailed, you can take it to them at their new location, 415 S. Conococheague St., Ste. 400, Williamsport, MD 21795!
Congratulations Inspire Detailing LLC!
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Forever Mine Diamonds kicked off their Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting this morning! Congratulations to this brand new business, located within the Valley Mall!
Participate in their raffle of 50 jewelry pieces from now until 8 pm on August 28th. Stop by their store to enter!
We also saw a wonderful performance by a group of students from Fresh Academicz, the urban dance academy in Hagerstown, including owner Frank Bhutta's sons.
Find Forever Mine Diamonds at 17301 Valley Mall Rd., Ste. 222, Hagerstown, MD 21740!
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Women's Club 100th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting! |
Thursday, September 9
9:30 am
Location: 31 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to a ribbon cutting for The Women's Club! The Women’s Club at Hagerstown, MD, Inc. promotes the welfare and education of women in Hagerstown and Washington County by establishing a broad acquaintance base among women in the area. The Corporation is organized and administered to promote various philanthropic projects including a scholarship fund and affordable room rentals for women as well as to provide a club house where members may meet and hold activities.
They are celebrating their 100th year this September by holding a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Emily Keller, followed by tours of their facility and refreshments.
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Prohibition Hub 1st Anniversary Ribbon Cutting! |
Thursday, September 9
6 - 7 pm
Location: 28 S. Potomac St., Level B, Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to a ribbon cutting for Prohibition Hub! Prohibition Hub is celebrating their 1st Anniversary!
Prohibition Hub is a Speakeasy bar known for their "Perfect Old Fashioned" and wide variety of bourbon and whiskey. We pride ourselves on our bourbon selection, cigars, and cocktails that are embodied by the Prohibition Era, as well as our exceptional customer service.
As you walk through the front door, we want you to feel like you're in a 1920’s speakeasy. When you travel past our 1900’s humidor, handwritten menu, VIP room, and 22 ft. shuffleboard table, you reach our cozy patio. This cozy outdoor space has its own signature bar to complete the perfect atmosphere to enjoy everything Prohibition Hub encompasses.
Everyone is invited to celebrate at Prohibition Hub after the ribbon cutting to enjoy drinks and cigars!
Parking will be available at the Arts and Entertainment parking garage.
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The Ice Cream Shop Ribbon Cutting! |
Monday, September 20
2 - 2:30 pm
Location: 96 W. Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to a ribbon cutting for The Ice Cream Shop! The Ice Cream Shop is holding their Grand Opening, and the ribbon cutting is open to the public to mark the occasion!
Using local vendors for their products, The Ice Cream Shop will give citizens a sweet escape by offering hand-dipped ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, floats and coffee.
The Ice Cream Shop proudly serves South Mountain Creamery ice cream.
The owners also own The Yarn Shop (right next door) and Noel’s Fire Protection LLC.
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Charlie & Sam's Bakeshop & Cafe Ribbon Cutting! |
Friday, October 1
3:00 pm
Location: 22 N. Mulberry St., Ste. 101, Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to a ribbon cutting for Charlie & Sam's Bakeshop & Cafe! Charlie & Sam's is holding their Grand Opening, and the ribbon cutting is open to the public to mark the occasion!
Charlie and Sam’s started as a home bakery and has now fully expanded into a bakeshop and café at Mulberry Lofts. Charlie and Sam’s offers up cupcakes, cookies, and more for such events as weddings, birthdays, and baby showers.
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Attend some upcoming events hosted by our members! Add your events to our Member Events Calendar here to get your event posted in the next newsletter, or email the event details to brianna@hagerstown.org.
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You may contact Anna Somers at asomers@hswcmd.org or 301-733-2060 ext. 242 with questions.
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Humane Society of Washington County's 18th Annual Pooch Plunge |
The Humane Society of Washington County is holding their Annual Pooch Plunge this week!
September 7, 6 - 8 pm at Claude M. Potterfield Pool (730 Frederick Street, Hagerstown, MD)
September 9, 6 - 8 pm at Martin L. "Marty" Snook Memorial Park (17901 Halfway Boulevard, Hagerstown, MD)
Bring your dog out to enjoy a dip in the pool as summer comes to an end! This fundraiser for the HSWC raises money to help animals in need, and costs only $5 per dog.
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Join us for our HIRING EVENTS! Start IMMEDIATELY. All Shifts. All Positions. No Experience Needed. Earn up to $20.25 Take advantage of our $500 referral bonus, NO LIMIT! |
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Macy's Logistics & Operations Hiring Events |
September 7
September 14
September 21
September 28
All hiring events are 9 am - 9 pm
Location: 333 Caperton Blvd.
Martinsburg, WV 25403
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The University Spirit Run is one of the major fundraising events hosted by USMH. It will take place live in Hagerstown on September 11 or can be done virtually on September 10, 11 or 12.
Anyone interested in participating can sign up under a nonprofit team listed to support the team, and an anonymous donor has agreed to give $10 to USMH for each nonprofit team member. When the nonprofit reaches 50 participants, the donation will be doubled and USMH will receive $1,000.
The four nonprofit teams that are currently set up include:
Sign up now while prices are low!
Encourage your family, friends and co-workers to participate.
All of the money raised will be used to support scholarship for local students attending the University System of Maryland at Hagerstown.
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USMH is welcoming any prizes or inserts for race participant SWAG bags.
Please call Bob Rankin if you have any questions or need additional information.
C - 301-988-1674
All checks are to be payable to: University System of Maryland Foundation
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Saturday, September 25
6 - 11 pm
Rider Jet Center
18421 Henson Boulevard
Hagerstown, MD 21742
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Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for this benefit fundraiser event! There will be a Pre-Show Band premiering on an outside stage: Jill Fulton Band.
Afterwards, starting at around 7:30pm there will be live music by The Reagan Years – the East Coast’s Original 80’s Tribute Band!
Dancing, great food, a cash bar, and 50/50’s too! Get your tickets now - they're $20 in advance, $25 at the door!
A Special Thanks to all of our sponsors - Middletown Valley Bank, Henson & Son, Tom Riford, Emerald Pointe by Paul Crampton Contractors, AC&T, Valley Storage, JD Holdings, Ellsworth Electric, Wish Kitchens and Baths, and River City Dental.
Tickets are non-refundable and IDs will be checked at the door.
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September 30, 2021
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
13316 Fountain Head Road
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Fountain Head Country Club
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SEK's Business Leaders' Summit |
We are excited to announce SEK’s first-ever Business Leaders' Summit! This half-day event will provide attendees the opportunity to learn vital information to set their business up for success and ignite strategic growth. Free to attend. 4 hours of CPE credit provided. Business owners and leaders, management group, CFOs and other C-Suite employees, controllers, financial officers, HR directors, etc. are encouraged to attend.
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Breaking The Cycle: The 6th Annual Community Training Sponsored by San Mar
San Mar hosts an annual speaker event around issues of social service and mental health, and this year, the lineup is amazing!
October 7, 2021
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location: The Maryland Theatre
27 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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Hear from three featured speakers:
Temple Grandin, Ph.D - A professor, best-selling author, animal behaviorist, and autism self-advocate in top demand as an international speaker.
Rev. Nontombi Tutu - The guiding principle of her Nozizwe Consulting is to bring different groups together to learn from and celebrate their differences and acknowledge their shared humanity.
Sue Klebold - A passionate advocate, dedicated to the advancement of mental health awareness and intervention. She is the mother of Dylan Kebold, one of the two gunmen responsible for the Columbine High School shootings.
You can register today! Tickets are only $39 per person and there are group rates available for 10 or more.
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WCCOA's Murder Mystery Masquerade |
The Washington County Commission on Aging is hosting a Murder Mystery Masquerade in celebration of their 50th Anniversary!
October 23, 2021
Cocktail Hour 6 pm
Dinner 7 pm
Location: St. James School
This once-in-a-lifetime Black-Tie event will be held at the renowned St. James School and will feature fine dining, live music, and an auction. Tickets are just $150 each.
Please RSVP by October 8, 2021 by calling Sue at 301-790-0275 ext. 210 or click here.
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A Helpful Article From The BEP Committee |
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Our Business and Education Partnership Committee has an interesting article to share with you this month: |
Many of us routinely have the need to communicate effectively whether opening or closing a seminar, delivering a sales pitch, requesting funding, participating in performance evaluations, etc. Compelling conversations such as these require having a great impact in a short time frame. In a leadership seminar held by Impact® International, the speaker shared the “2 x 3 Technique” for effective communication.
This simple technique focuses on identifying 2 points you want to make as the speaker and using 3 actions to effectively deliver those 2 points. It works like this:
1. Identify 2 points you want to get across to your audience, and
2. Use the following 3 actions to deliver those points.
a. Open by headlining the 2 points you’ve decided on,
b. Make each point a bucket, and fill the each bucket with facts, information and justification (what, how and why) to support those two points.
c. Recap the 2 points you started with.
This technique works very well to ensure you stay focused on your topic at hand, leave your audience with something memorable, and will allow you to do so in a very short time frame.
Give it a try!
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UPCOMING ANNUAL CHAMBER EVENTS |
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Our 102nd Annual Meeting is coming up on September 30, 2021. Register today!
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GenNext is our young professionals group here at the Chamber. If you're interested in meeting a group of like-minded young professionals who want to network, volunteer, and grow professionally, you should join GenNext.
This group is open to anyone between the ages of 21-39. If interested, fill out an application form here and send it to brianna@hagerstown.org.
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We're looking for individuals who are interested in speaking at a GenNext event. Is there something you wish you had known as a young professional? Come share your wisdom with us!
Take a moment to fill out the form below to let us know what you'd like to share with our group.
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Chamber Members: You can post discounts or coupons on our website, and make them available for Chamber members only OR for the public.
Here's how to post them:
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- Log in to your Hagerstown.org portal
- Select “upload a coupon”
- Set to “public” or “members only”
- Set your expiration terms
- Submit for free
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Visit our website with COVID-19 economic resources and health information at https://www.hagerstown.org/ and go to the Strong Together tab on our menu in the right-hand corner.
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Do you have something to share with fellow Chamber members? Simply email Director of Member Services Brianna Scott at brianna@hagerstown.org to get started on this free opportunity.
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Washington County Chamber of Commerce members include more than 575 organizations, representing over 40,000 local jobs in a wide variety of industries: Retail, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Skilled Trades, Service and Hospitality, Technology, Government, Nonprofit, and Education. |
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