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Wednesday, February 03, 2021Chamber of Commerce

A Virtual Roundtable With Comptroller Peter Franchot

Join the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce and the Crisfield Chamber of Commerce as they present candidate for Governor and Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot live on ZOOM in an interactive forum with the Lower Shore business community.

The Comptroller will discuss a variety of pressing issues including economic relief programs, opportunities for businesses amidst the Pandemic, expansion of rural broadband on the Lower Shore and many other timely issues.

Please register in advance to attend this webinar. After registering you will receive the Zoom Meeting link to click on or dial in for the webinar.

When:

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 11:30 AM thru 12:30 PM

Where:

Zoom Meeting

RSVP:

RSVP

For more Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, February 10, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Virtual Chamber 101

Do you know all you need to know about the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce (SACC)and how to make the most of your dues investment? If you answer, “No,” or “I’m not sure,” then please join us for: Chamber 101!

New and not-so-new member representatives are welcome to join us for this FREE interactive session on Zoom which will address how to:

Be informed – How the Chamber Works for You
Get Connected – Building Chamber Relationships
Get Involved – SACC Committees, Networks and Opportunities
Build Exposure – SACC Members-Only Marketing Options
Work the Website – How to Use the SACC Website for Your Benefit
Questions and Answers

When:

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Zoom

R.S.V.P.:

R.S.V.P.

For More Info:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, February 11, 2021Business After Hours

BAH & Ribbon Cutting - Clean Power Wash & Delmarva Christmas

Join us for a Pre-Valentines Day Tailgate, Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting at Clean Power Wash and Delmarva Christmas Lights. No need to bring a "date,"but you can bring a friend or two. This event will be FUN!

Celebrate the opening of their spacious, new location. The Ribbon Cutting will occur at 5:30 PM.

Meet owner Rob Anderson and his top-notch team.

Learn how their professional equipment, hot water and Soft Wash cleaning processes allow them to clean surfaces better with less impact to your commercial or residential property.

Play tailgate games and network in person (socially-distanced, of course)
.

Take your chance at winning some great door prizes - a free Clean Power Wash gutter cleaning (up to $250 value) or a $100 gift card for dinner at any EVO location.

Enjoy barbeque from Salisbury Pit & Pub, libations, AND a s'mores making station

This event will be in full compliance with COVID-19 safety precautions. Face masks are required except when eating or drinking.

RSVP below for a a BAH you don't want to miss!

When:

Thursday, February 11, 2021 5:00 PM thru 07:00 PM

Where:

Clean Power Wash & Delmarva Christmas Lights

9156 Ocean Hwy

Delmar, MD 21875

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, February 18, 2021Chamber of Commerce

General Membership Luncheon

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce will host the February General Membership Luncheon will be in person at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne, Maryland on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 11:30 AM.

The featured speakers will be a panel of the Lower Shore’s three University Presidents representing Salisbury University, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and Wor-Wic Community College.

Dr. Charles White, Dr. Heidi Anderson and Dr. Ray Hoy will discuss the challenges each of their institutions are facing in the COVID crisis and what future challenges and opportunities there will be for students and the regional business community.

This is a socially distanced event and masks are required when not seated. Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for future members.

When:

Thursday, February 18, 2021 11:30 AM

Where:

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD

RSVP:

RSVP

For more Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, February 24, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Marketing & Media - Rebranding of PRMC & Nanticoke Health

Join the digital marketing experts from D3 and TidalHealth's Chris Hall, Vice President of Strategy and Chief Business Officer, and Laren MacMillan, Director of Brand Marketing on Wednesday, February 24^that 12:00 PM.

You will hear about the merger of Peninsula Regional Health System and Nanticoke Health Services and their new brand - TidalHealth.

what it took to re-brand a hospital system
what the strategy was behind the brand
what challenges they faced to be inclusive to an entire network of hospitals

Please register in advance. After registering you will receive the Zoom meeting link.

When:

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Zoom Webinar

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Chamber of Commerce
410-749-0144
chamber@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, March 10, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Webinar: Tax Planning for Your Retirement Years

Are you on track for reaching your financial goals once you retire?

Have you considered the tax implications of retirement?

Join us for an educational webinar, "Tax Planning for Your Retirement Years."

Financial Advisor, Robert Jeter, CFP®, will review timely tax planning tips to implement today that will benefit you in the you future.

This webinar will include:

How to plan for potential changes in the tax landscape under a new presidential administration
Learn how Roth IRA conversions may benefit your net worth in the long run
Tips for growing your net worth while minimizing your lifetime tax liability.

This webinar is FREE to SACC members!

Please register in advance to attend this webinar. After you register, you will receive a confirmation email that provides the password to enter the Zoom meeting.

Serving familes across Delmarva, Robert Jeter, CFP® is a Financial Advisor with InFocus Financial Advisors. With offices in Salisbury, MD and Georgetown, InFocus Financial Advisors is dedicated to providing solutions that help people prepare for and transition into retirement successfully.

When:

Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Zoom Webinar

Registration:

R.S.V.P.

For More Info:

Chamber of Commerce
410-749-0144
chamber@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, March 11, 2021Webinar

Actionable Steps Using MEP to Reduce Transmission Rates

Actionable Steps Using MEP to Reduce Transmission Rates - AIA HSW Certified

Presented by Allen & Shariff Engineering & The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce

Acknowledging that COVID-19 is primarily transmitted as an airborne virus, this course will review how can MEP design help reduce those risks.

We provide a base understanding of how we catch viruses including COVID19 and review actionable items for reopening and long term strategies for pathogen control.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

- Understand the three primary transmission methods of COVID-19 & typical preventative measures

- Understand infectious dose & viral load

- Understand short term HVAC approaches to reduce transmission to include ventilation & filtration

- Understand long term solutions for Pathogen control including Air Sanitization

- Understand other MEP design contributors to Pathogen control

Becoming educated on the risks and how best to address them is both good for your business and for the community. We hope you will join us!

Registration is required. Once registered, you will receive GoToMeeting link information.

New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/548216061

When:

Thursday, March 11, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

GoToMeeting Webinar

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, March 11, 2021Business After Hours

March BAH - The Brick Room

When did you last hang out at The Brick Room? If you've never been there, you're missing out!

The Brick Room's exposed brick interior, unique drink list, and outdoor space raises the bar by offering an urban vibe and 21st century mixology in Salisbury. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early and join us to:

Meet Mixologist Alex Scott and learn his pro tips for making a traditional Whiskey Sour

Get in the Irish spirt by listening to Alex's St. Patty's Playlist

Take your chance at winning a door prize! a Brick Room gift card or mixology kit

Enjoy charcuterie and a libation on the house (lots of other options available at the cash bar)

Network while social distancing at the bar or around the fire pit at The Brick Alley outdoor space

This event will be in full compliance with COVID-19 safety precautions. Face masks are required except when eating or drinking.

When:

Thursday, March 11, 2021 5:00 PM

Where:

The Brick Room

116 N. Division Street

Salisbury, MD 21801

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Tuesday, March 16, 2021Webinar

Relief Act, Schedule C and PPP Updates Webinar

The Maryland Small Business Development Center, with the Greater Ocean City and Salisbury Area Chambers of Commerce will host a Relief Act, Schedule C and PPP Updates webinar featuring Sarah Dufresne, Assistant Director of Maryland’s Revenue Administration Division, representing the Comptroller of Maryland.

Ms. Dufresne will cover the RELIEF Act and other legislative changes impacting small businesses. She will focus on important guidelines which will be affecting the 2020 filing season and the 2021 calendar year including The RELIEF Act of 2021 Sales & Use Tax Credit.

Additionally, Eastern Regional Director, John Hickman will discuss the latest 2021 CARE’s Act packages, including details on Schedule C PPP Borrower eligibility, and other current resource opportunities for small businesses. Join to hear updates from on recent changes on existing programs along with information on new options for your business.

Please feel free to send any questions in advance to John Hickman at jnhickman@salisbury.edu or bring them to post in the webinar chat feature the day of.

REGISTER AT : https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/16588

After registering you will receive the Zoom Meeting link to click on or dial in for the webinar.

When:

Tuesday, March 16, 2021 1:00 PM thru 02:00 PM

Where:

ZOOM Meeting

For More Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

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Thursday, March 18, 2021Chamber of Commerce

General Membership Luncheon

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce will host the March General Membership Luncheon in person at the Green Hill Country Club in Quantico, Maryland on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 11:30 AM, featuring Dave Pierce, Director of NASA Wallops Flight Facility.

It is an exciting time for aerospace and space exploration, especially for the team at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s Wallops Flight Facility (WFF). Together with the Mid-Atlantic Regional Space Port, WFF’s 1.2 billion island facilities meet the growing needs of the Department of Defense and commercial space customers for accessing space, from low-Earth orbit to the moon, and beyond.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about:

Wallops' research and launch range that drives aerospace innovation and enables commercial space in the United States
the direct and indirect economic impact of WFF in our region – increasing employment, tourism, and inspiring students to pursue STEM-related careers
ongoing Antares International Space Station resupply missions, 2024 manned mission to the moon, and future Mars manned mission
the growth opportunities for commercial, manufacturing, high-tech and retail in the communities surrounding NASA Wallops Flight Facility

This is a socially distanced event with COVID-19 safety precautions. Face masks are required when guests are not seated.

Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for future members

When:

Thursday, March 18, 2021 11:30 AM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Green Hill Country Club

5471 Whitehaven Road

Quantico, MD 21856

RSVP:

RSVP

For more Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, March 24, 2021Chamber of Commerce

The Impact of COVID on Media & Media Consumption

Join the digital marketing experts from D3 and a local media panel as they weigh in on how media and media consumption has changed since COVID.

The featured panel will include:

Print: Greg Bassett, Editor of Salisbury Independent
Radio: Katie Hoyt, VP of Sales, iHeartMedia
Television: Alexander Davidson, Senior Media Specialist & Phil Bankert, General Sales Manager/47abc

Panelists will talk about the positive and negative impact social media has had on news and offer tips for businesses when it comes to partnering with the press to share their messaging and stories.

Please register in advance. After registering you will receive the Zoom meeting link.

When:

Wednesday, March 24, 2021 12:00 PM

Where:

Zoom Webinar

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Chamber of Commerce
410-749-0144
chamber@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, March 25, 2021Chamber of Commerce

2021 SACC Ladies & Mixed Team Golf Challenge

Come “Swing Into Spring" at the SACC Ladies & Mixed Team 9 Hole Golf Challenge on March 25, 2021, beginning at 3:30 PM at Green Hill Country Club.

This 9 hole "Fun for Everyone" event, presented by Pohanka Automotive of Salisbury, is for beginners and seasoned golfers alike!

No golf experience necessary
Players can share clubs
3:30PM tee off followed by lite fare and beverages in the clubhouse
Teams of four ladies OR two ladiesand two gentlemen preferred

$55 per player
$200 per foursome

Registration fee includes golf, cart and practice balls on the driving range prior to tee off, lunch, PLUS a FREE GOODY BAG!

Sponsorships are available!

When:

Thursday, March 25, 2021 3:30 PM thru 06:30 PM

Where:

Green Hill Country Club
5471 Whitehaven Road
Quantico, MD 21856

Registration:

For More Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, April 08, 2021Business After Hours

April BAH - GSB Media

Welcome Spring with a BBQ Business After Hours!

CTG, WOW, and Bay Country radio stations and Salisbury Pit and Pub will team up to host the SACC April Business After Hours. GSB Media (WOW 101.1 & 99.3 - That's Country, 96.5 & 101.5 CTG and Bay Country 97.9) offer LOCAL radio that covers the entire Delmarva Peninsula.

Salisbury Pit & Pub is a local, family restaurant the serves up smokehouse favorites, daily specials and pub grub. Their meu offers something for everyone: house-smoked brisket, pork, chicken, ribs and wings, plus hand-crafted sandwiches, salads, homemade sides and kids' favorites.

Join us to:

Meet members of the GSB Media AND the Salisbury Pit & Pub teams (We're talking advertising speicialists, DJs and guys who REALLY know how to smoke meat!)
Win some great door prizes (gift cards, swag, and more!)
Enjoy some BBQ light fare
Connect with SACC represenatives and local business leaders and make some new business relationships

This will be a socially distanced event. Masks are required except when eating and drinking.

When:

Thursday, April 8, 2021 5:00 PM thru 07:00 PM

Where:

Salisbury Pit & Pub

1147 S. Salisbury Blvd.,

Salisbury, MD 21801

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, April 15, 2021Chamber of Commerce

General Membership Luncheon

The featured speaker will be Randy Day, President & CEO, Perdue Farms, who will discuss the current state of agriculture and how it affects the poultry industry.

This will be a socially distanced event and masks are required while not seated. Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for future members. Register at www.salisburyarea.com.

When:

Thursday, April 15, 2021 11:30 AM

Where:

Dove Pointe

1225 Mt. Herman Road

Salisbury, MD 21804

RSVP:

RSVP

For more Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, April 21, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Marketing & Media Tips for Pivoting During a Pandemic

Join the digital marketing experts from D3 and Cathy Bassett, Director of Communications and Community Relations for Mountaire Farms.

We have all learned a lot over the past year. Today, businesses understand more than ever, the importance of being flexible and adapting to changes in our industries.

In this month's Marketing & Media presentation, Cathy Bassett will share how COVID impacted Mountaire Farms, and the tips, tricks and tools they used to pivot on the fly.

Please register in advance. After registering you will receive the Zoom meeting link.

When:

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Zoom Webinar

Registration:

RSVP

For More Info:

Chamber of Commerce
410-749-0144
chamber@salisburyarea.com

Thursday, April 22, 2021Chamber of Commerce

YP's Cocktails & Conversation

Join us for our first in-person happy hour of 2021 at Evolution Craft Brewing Co.

We will gather on their outdoor deck (taproom if inclement weather), hear from the master brewer, and enjoy happy hour pricing.

We can’t wait to see you!

The Young Professionals are committed to facilitating impactful networking opportunities to the Salisbury Area Community.

Throughout 2021 Cocktail & Conversation events will be held at area businesses and organizations, broadening your exposure to the business community.

We look forward to meeting you!
SACC-YPs is designed for professionals ages 21-35.

When:

Thursday, April 22, 2021 5:30 PM

Where:

Evolution Craft Brewing Co.

201 E Vine Street

Salsibury, MD 21801

Registration:

For More Info:

Alexis Roskovich
aroskovich@beckermorgan.com

Wednesday, April 28, 2021Chamber of Commerce

2021 Southern Delmarva Economic Forecast

The 33rd Annual Southern Delmarva Economic Forecast has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 28, 2021, beginning at 7:30 AM, at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland. The Eastern Shore Delegation Luncheon will follow at 12:30 PM.

This decision was made in the safety and health interests of our generous sponsors, attendees and panelists given the rapidly changing situation with State-imposed mandates governing COVID -19 and pubic events.

The April 28, 2021 Economic Forecast curriculum will remain the same; regional economists and business leaders will analyze the challenges facing the regional, national, and global economy. Additionally, our full Lower Shore Legislative Delegation will be on hand to answer questions from the recently completed 2021 General Assembly Session on business legislation that is set to become law.

Presented by Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce and BEACON at Salisbury University, the event is an unparalleled opportunity to hear first-hand what leading regional economists and business leaders believe to be the biggest achievements and challenges ahead.

What’s Next? A National and Regional Economic Outlook - 8:00 AM

Dr. Memo Diriker, Director, The Business, Economic, and Community Outreach Network at Salisbury University
Dr. Dustin Chambers, Professor of Economics, Franklin P. Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University

Our Economic Development Directors - 9:00 AM

Dave Ryan, Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development
Melanie Pursel, Worcester County Economic Development, Office of Tourism
Susan Banks, Dorchester County Economic Development
Danny Thompson, Somerset County Economic Development
William Pfaff, Sussex County Delaware Economic Development
Rich Morrison, Accomack County Virginia Economic Development

Rural Broadband - 10:15 AM

Brian Pettyjohn, Delaware State Senator
Robert Bridgham, Executive Director, Eastern Shore of Virginia Broadband Authority
Valerie Connelly, VP of Government Affairs & Public Relations, Choptank Electric
Jason Clarke, Delaware Chief Information Officer

Fit, Fun & Grow - 11:15 AM

Steve Leonard, President & CEO, TidalHealth
Richard Willey, President, Perdue Agribusiness – Perdue Farms
Susan Jones, Executive Director, Ocean City Maryland Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Association

Offshore Wind Update - 12:15 PM

Matt Drew, Orsted

Lower Shore Legislative Delegation - 12:50 PM

Senator Mary Beth Carozza
Senator Addie Eckhardt
Speaker Pro Tem Delegate Sheree Sample-Hughes
Delegate Christopher Adams
Delegate Johnny Mautz
Delegate Carl Anderton
Delegate Wayne Hartman
Delegate Charles Otto

SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

CEO LEVEL - $2,500

Six (6) complete Forecast tickets, reserved seating, exhibition sponsor table, logo on all signage at event, recognition as CEO level sponsor on screen at event, logo and recognition on Chamber website, social media, & SBY Business online publication, access to attendee list

CHAIRMAN LEVEL- $1,250

Option for display table extra $125

Four (4) complete Forecast tickets, reserved seating, logo on all signage at event, recognition as Chairman level sponsor on screen at event

BOARD LEVEL - $500

Two (2) complete Forecast tickets, logo on all signage at event, recognition as Board level sponsor on screen at event

SUPPORTER LEVEL - $250

One (1) complete Forecast ticket, logo on all signage at event, recognition as Supporter sponsor on screen at event

EXHIBITION TABLE - $250

One (1) 6 ft table for you to display and market your business

For more information contact Bill Chambers at bchambers@salisburyarea.com or 410-749-0144.

Presenting Sponsor

Media Sponsor

CEO Level Sponsor

Chairman Level Sponsors

When:

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 7:30 AM

Where:

Roland E. Powell Convention Center
4001 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD 21842

For More Info:

Bill Chambers
410-749-0144
bchambers@salisburyarea.com

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Thursday, April 29, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Virtual Chamber 101

New and not-so-new member representatives are welcome to join us for this FREE interactive session on Zoom which will address how to:

Be informed – How the Chamber Works for You
Get Connected – Building Chamber Relationships
Get Involved – SACC Committees, Networks and Opportunities
Build Exposure – SACC Members-Only Marketing Options
Work the Website – How to Use the SACC Website for Your Benefit
Questions and Answers

When:

Thursday, April 29, 2021 12:00 PM

Where:

Zoom

R.S.V.P.:

R.S.V.P.

For More Info:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Monday, May 03, 2021Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting - Mission BBQ

More Info will be forthcoming.

The event will be socially distanced and masks are required.

To participate in this ribbon cutting and reception, please RSVP below

When:

Monday, May 3, 2021 12:00 PM thru 01:00 PM

Where:

Mission BBQ

2618 N. Salisbury Blvd.

Salisbury, MD 21801

RSVP:

RSVP

For More Information:

Cathy Diekmann
410-749-0144 x103
cdiekmann@salisburyarea.com

Wednesday, May 12, 2021Chamber of Commerce

Lunch & Learn - What is a MEAP?

Bring a bag lunch and come learn about our newest member benefit program, the MEAP, otherwise known as the Multi Employer Aggregation Program.

The MEAP is only available to members of our Chamber.

What is a MEAP? It is a retirement plan with a variety of options and will be attractive to our members who have an existing plan and those considering establishing a plan. Join us as we discuss to how our MEAP can help you with: