Tuesday 6/14/22
12:00pm-1:00pm
Public Policy Committee Meeting (Virtual)
Chris Costello, Chamber Lobbyist will share what bills were signed in Annapolis and which bills were vetoed and overturned that affected small businesses.
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Wednesday 6/8/22
10:00am - 11:00am
Webinar: Get your Business on Google Search and Maps
Don't forget to sign up!! Do you want to learn how to get your business to be found online? Need to figure out how to manage your business on Google Search and Maps? New ways to manage your Google Business Profile.
Join us to learn how to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. In addition, we will highlight the importance of verifying and how to use your Business Profile effectively.
In this session, you will learn how to:
· Create or claim your Business Profile
· Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
· Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers
· Tips, tricks, and what’s new!
· Hands-on demo of features discussed during the webinar
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Wednesday 6/15/22
8:00am - 9:00am
Chamber Breakfast (Virtual)
Come join Allan Hirsh, Chamber Vice Chair to help you navigate through various situations in your business.
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Sign up Today!!
Join Us For the Chamber's Inaugural Golf Classic
Friday, June 17, 2022
Mt. Pleasant Golf Course
7:00am Registration
8:00am Shotgun Start
Golf Chair: Chamber Member
Mike Wilson, CEO
Prime Three Software
Golf Vice-Chair and Board Member
Rob Morton, Owner
Photography by Tre'Lynn
BREAKFAST, LUNCH, SILENT AUCTION, RAFFLE, PRIZES, DJ, AND MANY MORE
THE ULTIMATE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY
SPONSORSHIPS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
Call Lenora Henry, Executive Director for more information
443-860-2020.
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Exclusive
Hole-In-One Sponsor
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Lunch Sponsor
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Chamber Members
the Golf Committee Needs You!
If you want to promote your business why not add a promotional item in the goodie bag for each Golfer. To learn more contact:
Lenora Henry, Executive Director at executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org
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Wednesday 6/28/22
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Webinar: Use Youtube To Grow Your Business
Let's talk about YouTube! Are you thinking of creating a YouTube Channel? Are you currently using YouTube for your business? Not sure how to get started or how to build your channel? This is the webinar for you.
Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand.
In this workshop, we’ll discuss best practices for:
· Why you should have a YouTube channel
· How to set up a YouTube channel
· What's important to fill out when uploading a video
· Having good creative, and how to target and measure the results
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Tuesday 7/19/22
11:00am - 12:00pm
Webinar: Learn the Basics of Google Ads
Let's talk about Google Ads, how to get started, and some advanced features!
In this workshop, you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads.
In this session, we’ll talk about:
· How to create an account and set up an ad campaign
· How to write great ads, refine keywords, and include ad extensions
· How to measure success
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Women's Leadership Committee
Wants You!
Submit Your Resume, Headshot
and A Letter of Interest!
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Sign up to be a member soon because many of the events that are currently open to all will become members only very soon. We don't want you to miss out on the opportunity to have access to all of the new resourceful business opportunities that we have in store for you this year!
Check out all of our events! (HERE) Many more coming soon....
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GRANT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES |
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GoFundMe Small Business Relief Initiative |
GoFundMe will issue $500 matching grants to qualifying businesses that raise at least $500 on GoFundMe. Learn more here.
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eBay Up and Running Grant - Business sellers will be asked to share details of their small business and how they plan to use the grant to accelerate their growth. eBay is looking to identify sellers who represent a diverse range of backgrounds, bring their unique experiences and inventory to the marketplace, and are committed to their communities and the eBay ecosystem. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 6/10/22 https://helloalice.com/partners/ebay/
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program - This program is designed to encourage preparedness and resiliency. We want to ensure that all small businesses have what they need to deal with the impacts of a disaster in their community.
Giving Joy Microgrant - Available to women 18 and older, you can use the grant to start a new business, or expand your existing business. You can also use the grant to start or expand a nonprofit, non-governmental organization (NGO), charity, or propose a specific activity or project you would like to implement. Grant for $500. Apply by 6/30/2022. https://givingjoygrants.org/grant-application
Roddenberry Catalyst Fund - The Catalyst Fund is offering grants to Nonprofits & Social Enterprises to fund ideas or early-stage projects that have a high potential for large-scale impact and sustainable change. You can be a seasoned social entrepreneur or a first-time changemaker. Eligible candidates for the Catalyst Fund may be individuals, teams of individuals, non-profit organizations, or social enterprises. Grants for up to $15,000. https://roddenberryfoundation.org/our-work/catalyst-fund/
48 in 48 Website Build Hackathon - Social Justice Event - The event is designed to support and promote nonprofits in marketing and technology. They are gathering teams to build websites for nonprofits with social justice missions. If you are interested in either being part of a team or are a nonprofit looking for free website development check the website by June 3, 2022 - https://48in48.org/social-justice-event/
AT&T Black Future Maker - Black Future Makers are dedicated individuals pursuing greater possibilities for the greater good. Submit a video of 30-60 seconds, or photo, on your Instagram feed explaining how you are pursuing greater possibilities for you and the community. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 12/31/22 - https://www.attdreaminblack.com/contest
Comcast RISE - Marketing and Tech Support and Investment Fund - There are separate applications for the marketing and technology services awards and the Comcast RISE Investment Fund. Eligible business owners may apply for either, or both programs. https://www.comcastrise.com/
eBay Up and Running Grant - Business sellers will be asked to share details of their small business and how they plan to use the grant to accelerate their growth. eBay is looking to identify sellers who represent a diverse range of backgrounds, bring their unique experiences and inventory to the marketplace, and are committed to their communities and the eBay ecosystem. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 6/10/22 https://helloalice.com/partners/ebay/
Fearless Strivers - Open to black women who are legal U.S. residents (including DC), 18+ and the principal owner of a U.S.-based small business. Grants for $10,000. Apply by 12/31/22. https://www.fearless.fund/strivers
HerRise Micro-Grant - Each month a $500 micro-grant will be awarded to a for-profit small business owned by women of color. Past recipients used their growth grants for computers, equipment, marketing materials, software purchase, website creation and more. https://www.hersuitespot.com/herrise/
Juntos Crecemos Hispanic Digital & Delivery Program - PepsiCo is inviting Latina entrepreneurs who work in food service to apply for eight weeks of personalized expert consultation, including best practices across operations, technology, marketing and digital presence. https://pepsicojuntoscrecemos.com/jefaowned/
Kapitus Building Resilient Businesses Grant - Create an original video, no more than 2 minutes in length, telling your small business story and how $100,000 can help you continue to write that story. Not for businesses based in CO or VT. Apply by 6/30/22 - https://kapitus.com/brb/
McBride Sisters SHE CAN Fund in Food and Wine - SHE CAN Fund invests in the professional advancement and career growth of high-potential, professional women, with a particular focus on women of color. Mission is to close the gender and race gap in leadership positions in wine & spirits, hospitality, and finance industries by providing professional development - https://www.mcbridesistersfund.org/grants
Restaurant Disaster Relief Grant - DoorDash has partnered with Hello Alice to create the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund. The fund supports restaurants impacted by natural disasters like fires, floods and hurricanes with grants up to $10,000. Apply by 6/30/22 - https://helloalice.com/blog/doordash-disaster-relief-fund/
Wish Local Empowerment Program - You must be a Black-owned business with a brick-and-mortar shop within the United States and less than 20 employees. If selected for the program, you must join Wish Local (which is free). Grants for up to $2000 - https://www.wish.com/local/empowerment
You Glow Girl Women Entrepreneur Grant – Grant for $10,000 is open to all women entrepreneurs in the US. Apply by July 1. Top 25 will be announced for round 2 on July 8. Top 10 will be announced for round 3 on August 1. Winner announced mid-August. https://www.eatmeguiltfree.com/pages/youglowgirl
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Grant for Non-profit Organizations |
Baltimore City has established an online application process for the American Rescue Plan Act funding to support projects for City agencies and nonprofit organizations. Projects must have a minimum grant request of $250,000 to be considered.
For additional questions or assistance regarding the application process, please contact arp@baltimorecity.gov
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Do You Want To Volunteer?
The Chamber wants members to get involved with our Events, Membership, Public Policy, Young Professionals or Woman’s Leadership Committee. This is an opportunity to develop relationships and exchange ideas with other business owners and corporations. To learn more, reach out to Lenora Henry, Executive Director at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org
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Look What's Happening
Around Town
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AFRAM Festival
Looking for Vendors
If you are interested in setting up a booth complete the Vendor application by June 6, 2022
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A Business Breakfast
Hosted by the
Mayor's Office of Small, Minority and Women Business
in Partnership with J.P. Morgan Chase
Thursday
June 23, 2022
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Vollmer Center at Cylburn Arboretum
4915 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21202
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Grow a More Profitable, Efficient, and Competitive Business
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s T.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined is a 6-month intensive training program that helps CEOs and Executives get unstuck and take their business to the next level.
Accelerate your leadership skills, learn an MBA-level curriculum, receive tailored business coaching, and build relationships with a community of business owners, advisors, and experts. Apply today to become a 2022 T.H.R.I.V.E. participant!
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Want to Become a Corporate Partner? |
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The Baltimore City Chamber wants to partner with YOU! The Chamber offers a variety of affordable sponsorship packages which provide the opportunity to have your business promoted in our weekly emails, website, and more! Contact Lenora Henry, Executive Director to schedule a meeting and learn more how to engage with the Chamber at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org
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Business Promotions of The Week
Please email us at info@baltimorecitychamber.org in order to be featured in our Weekly Messages from the Chairwoman.
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Need Help Creating Your Marketing Plan? |
You can have the best product or service on the market, but without a great marketing strategy, you may struggle to acquire sales.
Owner of Qween of All Tradez LLC, Tyanna Ellisse, has released The Ultimate Marketing Guide Workbook. The book helps new female entrepreneurs and small business owners learn marketing fundamentals while guiding them on how to develop their own marketing plan.
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Chamber Member Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland has classes!
Creating a more peaceful world, one mind at a time.
New classes with Resident Teacher Gen Chogden starting this week
Thursdays at 6:30 & Sundays at 10:30
Wednesdays at 5:50 with Teacher Marlene Robinson
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Chamber Member Vonnya Pettigrew of Root Branch Media Group is is an award-winning media production and communications firm headquartered in Baltimore City’s Woodberry community. Root Branch is 100% African American and Woman Owned with MBE and WBE certification in the state of Maryland services include creative development, story-boarding, script writing, casting,
cinematography, photography, sound design, graphic design, web design and live streaming. RBMG produce media campaigns,
commercials, promotional videos, training videos, television programming, radio spots, short films and documentaries.
RBMG offers a COVID compliant safe certified production studio fully outfitted with the industry’s standard top of the line
equipment including 4K Black Magic Cameras, Sennheiser Microphones, Aperture Lighting, Teleprompter, Dolly Tracks, and a
multitude of backdrops and green screen. The in-house editing suite is equipped with Adobe Premier and is backed up on our
G-Drive media storage.
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Chamber Member Joanna Bartholomew of O'Hara Development Partners are restoring communities one block at a time! "Reducing vacant houses and vacant lots not only leads to an attractive area to reside in, but it improves one’s mental health and overall quality of life." Many studies have demonstrated that adding trees to empty lots and lessening trash results in a reduction in the reported number of depression cases in an area.
To learn more about how you can become a Donor or Sponsor, visit https://www.oharacdc.org/sponsor. If you would like to discuss in more detail how you or your organization can volunteer or provide any additional support, please send an email to info@oharadev.com.
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Chamber Member Wayne S. Stewart of Stewart Design Agency
Company Overview & Offer: Has COVID-19 made you take a hard look at your digital branding? Does your organization need a new website? With over 14 years of experience designing and building custom internet based applications, Stewart Design Agency a Minority Certified Business, can take your business online presents to the next level. We offer exceptional, digital branding, custom website design/development, web application hosting, social media management and content management system training. Book your FREE Consultation today by clicking the link below.
Phone Number: 443-429-0494
Contact Person: Wayne S. Stewart
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Chamber Member Yolanda Harrison offers Life Insurance, Retirement, and Financial Repair Specialist assistance for anyone looking for a healthy financial situation, she assists with getting on a sound plan, protected, and prepared. The key to transforming financial situations begins with customized services.
Schedule a free financial consultation, today at yolandaharrison.org/home or info@yolandaharrison.org
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Want Your Business Highlighted in
Our Weekly Emails?
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Please email us at info@baltimorecitychamber.org in order to be featured in our Weekly Messages from the Chairwoman.
In the email please include the following:
- Business name
- Brief 4-7 sentences explaining what your company does and the product/ service that you would like to be highlighted.
- A link to your website
- An email and/or number for members to contact you
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What to expect:
- Daily Inspirational Quotes
- Motivational Videos
- Updates on Events
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Did this message land in your spam or promotions folder?
Sincerely,
Kimberly Castle Royster
Chairwoman
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