Tuesday, March 17, 2015Committee Meeting
Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting
National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) SPEAKERS: Stacey Smith, Cyber Community Manager, Maryland Department of Business & Economic Development and Bernadette Goovaerts, DED
National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE)
SPEAKERS: Stacey Smith, Cyber Community Manager, Maryland Department of Business & Economic Development and Bernadette Goovaerts, DED
Montgomery County is quickly becoming a national hub for Cybersecurity with the recent location of the NCCoE in the Life Sciences Center. Come an learn more about the importance of Cybersecurity as a focus industry for economic development.
GGCC Members Only!
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Paula Ross to register - pross@ggchamber.org
Wednesday, March 18, 2015Committee Meeting
Membership Committee Meeting
REGISTER NOW!
Thursday, March 19, 2015Committee Meeting
CQI Residential and Commercial
CQI is providing an informational webinar discussing the Energy Co-op. If you have been bombarded with mail, phone calls or door knocks from individuals seeking to switch you to another energy supplier this webinar is for you. If you are seeking ways to reduce your operational expenses, this webinar is for you. If you are confused or have questions preventing you from making a decision, this webinar is for you.
Join us as we explain:
Webinars will be held March 10th at 1:00 pm and March 19th at 1:00 pm. To participate you must register in-advance for any of the above webinars. Simply go directly to the CQI Associates home page at http://www.cqiassociates.com and click on the date that you want to participate and follow the steps to RSVP.
If you have any questions feel free to contact Joe Tabeling at 443-472-3870
Thursday, March 26, 2015Other Special Event
GGCC Tuscany Hotel
Wednesday, April 08, 2015Committee Meeting
Events Committee Meeting
Friday, April 10, 2015Orientation Session
New Member Orientation
GGCC New Members will learn how to maximize their Chamber membership and the benefits of the GGCC. Come and discover the best way to get a return on investment. Please note this event is for Chamber Members only. Advance registration is requested. The event will end at 9:30am. Thank you.
Refreshments will be served comliments of MyRealtyTeam Real Estate LLC. Thank you for your support!
Register Now!
Friday, April 10, 2015Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting
You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Rockin' Jump. Rockin' Jump is Montgomery County's first ultimate indoor trampoline park dedicated to safe, clean, fun for all ages. They will have you jumping for joy in no time! Cutting will occur at 2:15 pm. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA2:00 PM Networking2:15 PM Ribbon Cutting2:30 PM Networking & Refreshments & Tours of the Facility
Tuesday, April 14, 2015Ribbon Cutting
You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Asia Nine. They are a Thai, Sushi and grilled restaurant & this is their first location in Maryland. Cutting will occur at 11:45 am. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA11:00 AM Networking11:45 AM Ribbon Cutting12:00 PM Networking & Appetizers
Wednesday, April 15, 2015Committee Meeting
Tuesday, April 21, 2015Committee Meeting
TRANSPORTATION BRIEFING
Rich Parsons, Suburban Maryland Transportation Alliance
Rich will provide a briefing on the status of a number of important transportation projects. This is a great opportunity to get "up to speed" on our transportation infrastructure.
Thursday, April 23, 2015Committee Meeting
Golf Committee Meeting
Monday, April 27, 2015Ribbon Cutting
You're invited to the Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Paisano's Germantown. Cutting will occur at 4:15 pm. We hope to see you there!
AGENDA4:00 PM Networking4:15 PM Ribbon Cutting 4:30 PM Networking & Appetizers
Tuesday, April 28, 2015Ribbon Cutting
SEMINAR: PCI Data Breach
Surveys report that 55% of small businesses have had a data breach. Do you know how to protect your business?
ABOUT: If cardholder data is stolen and a breach occurs you could incur fines, penalties, even termination of the right to accept payment cards! Evaluating your compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) data standards is a continual process. With the rapid growth in technology it is easier than ever to accept credit cards but it can also make you vulnerable to a security breach.This seminar will help you navigate the PCI standards and lower your risk of a costly breach.
YOU WILL: Learn best practices in payment card security Understand the PCI Data Security Standards (PCI DSS)· Gain knowledge on the risks of data breach· Walk away with valuable resources to help you improve your own processes
PRESENTERS: Ben Piper and Brandon Shapiro - Commonwealth Consulting GroupJavelle Lane - Synack ConsultingDavid Hamerski - Shannon and Luchs Insurance
Register at: .https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pci-compliance-and-reducing-the-risk-of-data-breach-for-small-businesses-tickets-16499883596.
Monday, May 04, 2015Other Special Event
National Small Business Week
Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.
As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration & the GGCC takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness.
Monday, May 04, 2015Legislative
Committee for Montgomery - Economic Development Summit
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Committee Meeting
Saturday, May 16, 2015Other Special Event
Gaithersburg Book Festival
Tuesday, May 19, 2015Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 20, 2015Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 21, 2015Other Special Event
Wine Tasting
The GGCC will hold its 12th Annual Beer Tasting at the Kentlands Mansion. Each ticket includes a wine-tasting glass and tastings.
The event sponsors include:
This year’s wine tasting features a guided wine tasting tutorial four featured wines compliments of Pinky & Pepe of Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape. Also attendees will receive a special discount coupon to use that week in the Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape Kentlands store.
The wine will be paired with delicious food from Local 301, Not Your Average Joe's, Brasserie Beck and Asia Nine! Fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate will be served compliments of the Melting Pot Gaithersburg.
Cost: Tickets are $35 for GGCC Members & First-Time Visitors; and $65 for Returning Non-Members.