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Chamber Connections
May 20, 2022
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Hang out in the Hangar!
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CMC President & CEO, Kristi Simon
Featured on Local Podcast
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He's Holy I'm Knott takes a journey into the [Central Maryland Chamber] through the eyes of its incredible CEO Kristi Simon
What a journey this one was....The [Central Maryland] Chamber of Commerce is playing a critical role in supporting [Maryland]’s business community. Kristi Simon, its CEO, walks us through the [CMC’s activities] and how they have changed over the pandemic with more support needed [for businesses] than ever. New needs such as PPP Loan applications and everything you can imagine COVID. Well versed in chamber activities, Kristi talks about her transition from the Howard County Chamber where business is always booming to the Central Maryland Chamber and the challenges and [lessons] learned working through the pandemic. From main street to the NSA, the Central Maryland Chamber is touching [businesses] from the biggest to the smallest. Have a listen with us and learn and [appreciate chambers] all around the state for all the work they do to support [Maryland]’s economy.
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Membership 101
June 2 | Virtual | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Fostering IDEAs: Networking Event to Discuss DEI Initiatives |
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Introductory event of the chamber's newest committee: IDEA - Inclusion, Equity, Diversity and Awareness.
Join us for networking followed by a panel discussion with industry professionals. Discussion topics include: attractiveness of diversity, implementation, roadblocks and much more!
Panelists include:
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Ms. Shay Cook, IDEA Committee Chair & Facilitator, Crusaders for Change, LLC
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Ms. Cindi Mitchell, Blue Flaire, LLC
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Dr. Johnetta Thurston, JDA Management & Consulting Group
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Ms. Meg Minarcin, Chesapeake Think Tank, LLC
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Mr. Steven Waddy, Anne Arundel County NAACP
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Racial Equity Capital Fund (RECF) |
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Exelon launched a Racial Equity Capital Fund (RECF), in partnership with the Exelon Foundation, to expand access to capital to minority businesses so they can create more jobs, grow their companies, and reinvest in their neighborhoods and communities. The fund builds on Exelon’s longstanding history of supporting the underserved and under-resourced communities and further delivers on Exelon's commitment to drive economic equity and opportunity for Exelon's customers and communities.
Purpose
The Racial Equity Capital Fund was created to strengthen communities and help minority businesses grow by:
- Providing affordable capital to minority-owned businesses and businesses in underserved and under-resourced communities that may have had challenges accessing and securing funding.
- Increasing minority business capacity and subsequent employment opportunities for diverse local communities.
- Utilizing the expertise of the fund manager, RockCreek, a diverse-owned firm with > 75% diverse ownership and management team diversity – to make investment decisions.
- Developing partnerships with minority community banks, other key local financial or community organizations, RockCreek will grow the capability of the capital fund to provide additional investment and lending opportunities.
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Rehab 2 Perform Grand Opening!
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Advance Receives "20 Most Promising Managed IT Services Providers 2022" Award by CIOReview |
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This is an excerpt from an article posted in May through the CIOReview:
The realities of today’s job market make outsourcing an increasingly relevant option for businesses to consider. Pair the workforce considerations with the rapidly evolving technology landscape and Managed IT Services have become an incredibly smart way to tackle IT for businesses. However, many businesses are hesitant to take the leap to outsourcing because of potential downsides such as a disruption to culture and customer experience for their team members.
Advance has developed a unique service delivery model that not only challenges the status quo of the outsourced experience but creates partnership that clients can trust and deserve. Advance offers Managed IT Services for businesses that need a reliable partner to provide strategic planning, cyber security, and ongoing technology support. Drawing on its years of experience, the company excels in developing processes that enable them to best integrate with clients and act as an extension of their team.
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The Business Monthly wins top honor, 17 awards at MDDC press contest |
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The Business Monthly won the top prize — News Organization of the Year — for scoring the most points for awards in its division in the Maryland Delaware District of Columbia Press Association’s 2021 editorial, design and revenue contests, which recognize journalism, advertising and other efforts from the previous year.
The Business Monthly also won 16 other awards, including three Best of Show awards in the contests, in which the first-place entries from each division were considered for the award. Most contest divisions are based on publication frequency and circulation.
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Printing Specialist, An Ironmark Company, Wins 7 Best Of Category Q Awards
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On May 11, 2022, nearly 300 of the region’s finest printing professionals gathered at the highly anticipated 18th annual Excellence in Print Q Award Ceremony hosted by the Printing and Graphics Association Mid-Atlantic (PGAMA) at Martin’s West in Woodlawn, MD.
Each year, this event celebrates outstanding achievements in print quality and creativity in our region in 49 categories such as Best Use of Color, Booklets, Calendars, Annual Reports, and much more.
Of 10 finalists in the contest, Printing Specialist was selected for seven Best of Q awards in the following categories:
PRINTING SPECIALIST TAKES HOME 7 BEST OF Q AWARD CATEGORIES
- Annual Reports
- Books: Paper Covered
- Brochures and Pamphlets
- Catalogs – Institutional
- Catalogs – Product Oriented
- Postcards and Self Mailers
- Stationery – Individual or matched sets
In addition, Printing Specialist was selected for a Special Award for Best Use of Design.
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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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Coffee Catch Up | May 25th | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Tipton Aiport | Register here
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Membership 101 | June 2nd | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Virtual | Register here
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Fostering IDEAs | June 14th | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | AACC Arundel Mills | 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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Small Business Seminar: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Networking, Connecting, and Sales | June 29th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Hybrid | 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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Diversity And Inclusion: How Businesses Can Get It Right |
Global spending on diversity and inclusion is predicted to hit $15.4 billion by 2026. This was revealed in a recent report by Global Industry Analysts Inc as major tech giants all commit to diversity as a priority. A good example was Intel’s announcement that they plan to spend $300 million to support diversity and inclusion in their organization. Recruitment organization Glass door also estimates that 35 percent of recruiting professionals plan on spending more on diversity and inclusion than they have before. The drive to spend more and do more when it comes to creating a more inclusive workforce is not unwarranted either- multiple studies have shown the effect that a diverse workplace can have in creating more successful and stronger businesses. However, it is not just about setting aside a budget for diversity and inclusion in your workplace. The success of such an initiative comes down to the implementation of a business’ strategies, and its approach to getting diversity right. |
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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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