Welcome Welcome Welcome To Our New Chamber Members
Emilie Aracil Drasher, Attorney & Nonprofit and Financial Services Financial Specialist
Baltimore Fiscal Partners
Boutique CPA firm specializing in financial and consulting services for nonprofit organizations and small businesses.
Phone:410-205-9339
Brandon Lee, Creative Director
Snap Happy Photo Booth
Snap Happy Photo Booth provides a luxury photo experience. The Snap Happy Experience is a high-traffic addition to any event offering an exceptional brand-related event. With our beautifully lit photos and gimmicky props, we organically convert our client's guests into their brand ambassadors with digital and printed media. More importantly, we value our client's guests and ensure upbeat and friendly interactions.
Contact:team3@snaphappyphotobooth.net
Phone: (410) 657-5913
Osbourne Robinson, Director of Operations
o 3 Solutions, LLC
o 3 Solutions, LLC provides beginner, intermediate, and advanced level firearms training supporting business owners, personal protection and home defense.
Website: www.alignsights.com
Phone: 410-350-4973
Sean Stinnett, Director
Baltimore Main Streets
An initiative of the Mayor's Office of Small, Minority and Women Businesses to assist Baltimore's neighborhoods with taking action to revitalize their commercial districts.
Phone: 443-642-0671
Adrienne Trout, Director of Corporate & Community Relations
Maryland Aviation Administration
The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Aviation Administration (MDOT MAA) is the owner and operator of BWI Marshall Airport (BWI) and Martin State Airport (MTN). It is our objective to manage these airports to enable growth in the regional economy and to enhance our customer’s travel experience. This commitment to performance excellence and customer service has led BWI Marshall Airport to be the busiest and most convenient airport in the Baltimore-Washington Region serving over 27 million passengers annually.
Phone: 443-716-8958
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Tuesday 5/10/22
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Public Policy Committee Meeting with Councilman Eric Costello at the
Watershed Restaurant
Join us In-person to meet Councilman Eric Costello, 11th District representative to learn more about city government. Councilman Costello is a true CHAMPION for small businesses in Baltimore!!
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Thursday 5/12/22
6:00pm -8:00pm
Chamber Happy Hour
It's time to step out and network!! Our last happy hour had over 96 registrants. Don't miss it! The Chamber wants to connect you with others, so join us for a night of networking and fun!
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Wednesday 6/8/22
10:00am - 11:00am
Webinar: "Get your Business on Google Search and Maps"
The Baltimore City Chamber has partnered with GOOGLE and will co-host this webinar with the Northern Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce, Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce, Harford County Chamber Maryland, and SBDC Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Maryland.
Want 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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Swinging Into A New Season!
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 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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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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MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AGENCY CARES ACT SMALL BUSINESS STRATEGIC CONSULTING FUND PROGRAM
INFORMATION SHEET FOR BUSINESSES
WHAT IS THE PROGRAM?
- Supports minority and women-owned businesses in Baltimore and the surrounding areas in Maryland affected by COVID-19. The idea is to help these businesses to recover, and return to profitability by re-starting, expanding or pivoting to new business models.
- Program provides technical assistance and/or coaching to increase expertise in areas such as: accounting, marketing, cash flow management, human resource management, technology development, R&D, and government procurement.
- Businesses will be matched with a list of possible local resource providers (individuals as well of companies), based on business needs. Businesses will select who to work with from this list
WHICH COMPANIES ARE ELIGIBLE?
Minority-owned businesses (under MBDA definition) that qualify for MBDA resources. See:
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Duly registered and in operation for at least 2 years, with clients and market share;
- Annual revenues of at least $300,000;
- Key to the growth and diversification of the local economy;
- Positioned for growth;
- Have not received another CARES grant under this Program;
- Can provide in counterpart resources at least 10% (in cash) of the cost of the services obtained;
- Be able to make a 2-3 month commitment to the Program
NON-PROFITS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE
PRIORITY SECTORS
Retail; Manufacturing; Services; Logistics; Supply Chain; Technology; Health; Education.
TARGET
25-30 businesses; 50% of total beneficiary companies should be women-owned
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES
Consulting services; Installation of new equipment and associated training The cost of new equipment, employee salaries or other associated expenses will NOT be covered. Payments will go directly to the Resource Providers, according to the terms of the service contract. PROCESS
- Online Application linked to SourceLink w/financial (income) & tax records Interview
- Action Plan developed - Resource Provider/Business Owner/SMWB
- Training/coaching over a 2 to 3 month engagement based on the Plan.
- Progress Reports
- Client evaluation
Flexibility built into the Program depending on client needs. The period for application is now open. Online Applications are being accepted
Applicants will have to upload income and tax documents as part of the process.
For questions or inquiries please contact:
Email: info@devsolutionsmd.com
Phone: 410-361-0964
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2022
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MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AGENCY CARES ACT SMALL BUSINESS STRATEGIC CONSULTING FUND PROGRAM
VENDOR INFORMATION SHEET
WHAT IS THE PROGRAM?
- Supports minority and women-owned businesses in Baltimore and the surrounding areas in Maryland affected by COVID-19. The idea is to help these businesses to recover, and return to profitability by re-starting, expanding or pivoting to new business models.
- Program provides technical assistance and/or coaching to increase expertise in areas such as: accounting, marketing, cash flow management, human resource management, technology development, R&D, and government procurement.
- Businesses will be matched with a list of possible local resource providers (individuals as well of companies), based on business needs. Businesses will select who to work with from this list.
WHICH COMPANIES ARE ELIGIBLE?
Minority-owned businesses (under MBDA definition) that qualify for MBDA resources.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Duly registered and in operation for at least 2 years, with clients and market share;
- Annual revenues of at least $300,000;
- Key to the growth and diversification of the local economy;
- Positioned for growth;
- Have not received another CARES grant under this Program;
- Can provide in counterpart resources at least 10% (in cash) of the cost of the services obtained;
- Be able to make a 2-3 month commitment to the Program.
PRIORITY SECTORS
Retail; Manufacturing; Services; Logistics; Supply Chain; Technology; Health; Education.
TARGET
25-30 businesses; 50% of total beneficiary companies should be women-owned
ELIGIBLE EXPENSES
Consulting services; Installation of new equipment and associated training The cost of new equipment, employee salaries or other associated expenses will NOT be covered.
Payments will go directly to the Resource Providers, according to the terms of the service contract.
PROCESS
- Online Application linked to SourceLink w/financial (income) & tax records Interview
- Action Plan developed - Resource Provider/Business Owner/SMWB
- Training/coaching over a 2 to 3 month engagement based on the Plan.
- Progress Reports
- Client evaluation
Flexibility built into the Program depending on client needs
The period for application is now open. Online Applications are being accepted through SourceLink.
Applicants will have to upload income and tax documents as part of the process.
For questions or inquiries please contact:
Email: info@devsolutionsmd.com
Phone: 410-361-0964
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2022
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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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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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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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