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Thursday, May 24, 2018Committee Meeting

Non-Profit: Building & Maintaining Effective Relationships

Non-Profit: Building & Maintaining Effective Relationships

Join the Chamber's Non-Profit Group for a networking breakfast with a roundtable discussion on “Building and Maintaining Effective Board/Staff Relationships ". 

 

Come prepared with questions or come prepared to share on how you develop positive relationships with the your board & staff. How do you build & maintain strong relationships? This is a great opportunity to share success stories and reconnect with your fellow non-profit partners

 

Lite continental breakfast provided by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy. Thank you MBT!

  

When:
Thursday, May 24, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy
220 Perry Parkway, Suite 8
Gaithersburg 

Registration:
GGCC Members Only
Free, Advance registration requested
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Friday, June 01, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Camden Washingtonian

Ribbon Cutting: Camden Washingtonian

You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony / Grand Opening of Camden Washingtonian. 


Join Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come and support Gaithersburg's newest, apartment complex. Camden Washingtonian is a new development, which offers amenities and ease of living to everyone. They offer luxurious studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments plus loft-style and den floor plans in the heart of Gaithersburg. Come and discover them!

 

Cutting will occur at  11:15 am. We hope to see you there! 

 

AGENDA
11:00 AM Networking
11:15 AM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:30 AM Refreshments, Tours & Networking 

  

When:
Friday, June 1, 2018 11:00 AM thru 12:00 PM
Where:

Camden Washingtonian
10201 Washingtonian Blvd.
Gaithersburg 

Registration:
Free for All business folks. Advance registration requested.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018Other Special Event

SEMINAR: Not Another Social Media Course – Let’s Get Social

SEMINAR: Not Another Social Media Course – Let’s Get Social

PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, BUT WE ARE ACCEPTING WALK-INS. SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY MORNING. JUST SHOW UP. IT'S THAT EASY. WE CAN'T WAIT. IT'S GOING TO BE GREAT!

 

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber is excited to announce a new series entitled “Real Seminars”. Learn how to take your business to a whole new level. This is “real” solutions for “real” problems.

 

Join us as we redefine what social media means for your business, your brand, your future. Discover the latest tactics, and master social media in 2018. We want you to walk away feeling empowered to make better digital decisions in your business and have an immediate action plan to implement.

 

Janet Waring & Erica Glotfelty, Digital Strategists of Ironistic, will show you and your team how to take your social media strategy to the next level. This workshop will be full of whys, how to’s, setting your digital cadence, and content planning to get the most out of your digital presence. Walk away with a digital plan and be empowered to make great digital decisions for you and your business.

 

The Latest Trends & Opportunities for Business in Today’s Digital Marketplace - A look at YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. The social media landscape changes often so this seminar will look at the latest trends, who is using them, and how they can be effective marketing tools. Learn how to make social media marketing a part of your regularly scheduled marketing activity. 10 minutes a day will make a big difference over time!

 

Ed Samuels, Chief Technology Officer of Auxilium Technology, will discuss search engine optimization for social media marketing and teach you how to design and market profile pages that are unique to your business.

 

How Can I Use Social to Move Up in SEO Rankings? - 6 critical SEO steps you must take to give your pages a chance to rank well in Google. Ways you can use social media tools like video, blogs, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to generate interest. The importance of developing content for your SEO and Social Media Marketing. And how, by choosing the right keywords, you can get your web pages found in Google and drive visitors to your website.

 

Registration begins at 7:45, program begins promptly at 8:00

 

Sponsored by: M&T Bank

Sponsored by (venue & breakfast): Johns Hopkins University MCC

  

When:
Wednesday, June 13, 2018 8:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:

Johns Hopkins University
Montgomery County Campus
9601 Medical Center Drive, Room 106
Academic & Research Building
Rockville 

Registration:

Tickets: $20 Members Only | $15 Young Professional (ages 21-40)  & SOHO Group Members ONLY | $30 Non-Members 

 

Cancellation Policy: Payment is expected if reservation is not cancelled within 48 hours of the event. Thank you.  

 

PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, BUT WE ARE ACCEPTING WALK-INS. SO PLEASE FEEL FREE TO JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY MORNING. JUST SHOW UP. IT'S THAT EASY. WE CAN'T WAIT. IT'S GOING TO BE GREAT 

For More Info:
Laura Rowles
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: iFLY Montgomery Grand Opening Event

Ribbon Cutting: iFLY Montgomery Grand Opening Event

Join us in celebrating the opening of iFLY’s new location in Gaithersburg. If your business is one of the 32,000+ businesses in Montgomery County looking for a corporate bonding and networking experience, which can be enjoyed in a safe, comfortable and fun environment indoors, this is the place where your employees can literally soar. It will be a night filled with food, drinks, entertainment and flying!

 

Grand Opening Party

4:30 p.m. | Ribbon Cutting

5:00 p.m. | Flying & Entertainment

8:30 p.m. | End of event

 

If you plan to attend our grand opening, please RSVP here and include the name and email address for each member in your group. This is the only way you will be admitted into iFLY. If you are interested in taking a complimentary flight, email us at info@ggchamber.org with the name & email for each member of the group. Please note that all abilities are welcome, but no experience is needed. You will be trained on-site and provided with the equipment you need.

  

When:
Wednesday, June 13, 2018 4:30 PM thru 08:30 PM
Where:

iFLY
9318 Gaither Road
Gaithersburg

Registration:
Advance registration requested. To register please send an email to info@ggchamber.org. Note if you will be flying or not. Thank you.
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Monday, June 18, 2018Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting
Help us plan the Annual Business Golf Classic! Each September, nearly 100 decision makers and business professionals enjoy a day away from the office by participating in the GGCC's Annual Business Golf Classic. This day of networking and competitive fun is a much anticipated event each year. You don't need to golf to be a part of this fabulous committee. If you enjoy planning special events, helping to secure sponsors, door prizes and becoming involved in the marketing and promotion of the event - then join us. We hope you will join us in planning this terrific outing and we will see you in September as a sponsor and /or player and be a part of this year’s Business Golf Classic. GGCC Members Only.

Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org. This is a conference call. You will need to register to get the number. Thank you.

When:
Monday, June 18, 2018 12:00 PM thru 12:30 PM
Where:
Conference Call
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Wednesday, June 20, 2018Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC: ECONOMIC INDICATORS IN MONTOMERY COUNTY

SPEAKER: Steve Silverman; Former Montgomery County Councilmember, Former Director of the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development

The economy in Montgomery County has become an important issue in the upcoming primary election. Join us to learn more about the current state of our economy.

GGCC Members Only!


When:
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Montgomery College Germantown Campus Paul Peck Building (Goldenrod Bldg)

20271 Goldenrod Lane Room 105

Germantown Directions: From I-270 take 118 Germantown Road Exit East, then take the 1st street EAST of I-270, turn right on Goldenrod Lane, it is the first building on the left.

IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - You must have a parking pass. Please contact the Chamber for a pass.

For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, June 21, 2018Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, June 21, 2018 8:00 AM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Angela LaPadula to register - alapadula@ggchamber.org
Registration:
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org

Friday, June 22, 2018Orientation Session

New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation

Get the most out of your Partnership! Learn how to maximize your Chamber membership and the benefits of the GGCC. Learn what the Chamber can do for you, how to get involved, meet the team, meet other new member partners, learn about programming & events, ways to volunteer and so much more! Come and discover the best way to get a return on investment.

All members are welcome, now matter how long ago you joined.
 

Advance registration is requested. Thank you.


When:
Friday, June 22, 2018 8:30 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Homewood Suites Gaithersburg
805 Russell Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Registration:

Wednesday, July 11, 2018Committee Meeting

SOHO

SOHO
"SOHO" is for GGCC Members who own and operate a "Small Office - Home Office". If you are a Member who works from home or in a very small office, please feel free to join us at the monthly “SOHO” Meeting.

Members - categorized as SOHO businesses - will provide support to one another. This is your business solutions roundtable! An opportunity to reach out to other like-minded SOHO business owners to share, grow, strengthen and expand your resources; all while "increasing the value of your business". Hope to see you there.

When:
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 9:00 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
ZOOM - Advance Registration Requested
Registration:
To register, please contact Stephen McDow at smcdow@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, July 11, 2018Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 12:00 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Friday, July 13, 2018Other Special Event

Public Safety Awards

Public Safety Awards

The GGCC will honor local heroes from Public Safety personnel of the Upcounty for their courageous, life-saving actions at the 23rd Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast.

 

We invite you to this time-honored tradition as we recognize the heroic deeds of our local law enforcement and fire-rescue workers at our Annual Public Safety Awards Breakfast on Friday, July 13 at 7:30am at the Montgomery County Agricultural Center, Inc., 16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg.

 

These men and women go above and beyond the call of duty to serve our local community and we want them to know we appreciate them and their hard work.

 

SPONSORS * THANK YOU
TITLE
Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling


OFFICIAL GIFT SPONSOR
Lerner Enterprises 


SHINING SILVER SPONSOR

Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

Hughes Network Systems, LLC 

Montgomery County EFCU

M&T Bank 

Therrien Waddell, Inc.
 
TABLE

Asbury Methodist Village
City of Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg Police Foundation
Herbology
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
Hughes Network Systems, LLC
Johns Hopkins University 
Lerch, Early, Brewer, Chartered
Lerner Enterprises
Rehab 2 Perform
Rodgers Consulting, Inc.   
Roos2u LLC 

 

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL SPONSOR
Cartridge on Wheels
 

GIFT SPONSOR
Corner Bakery
Smooch! Studio 

 

OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Photo Loaf

  

When:
Friday, July 13, 2018 7:30 AM thru 10:00 AM
Where:
Montgomery County Agricultural Center, Inc.
16 Chestnut Street
Heritage Building
Gaithersburg
Registration:
$35 Members & Guests (Early Bird $30 until May 11) | $60 Non-Members | $550 Shining Silver Sponsor | $300 Table Sponsor
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, July 18, 2018Committee Meeting

Economic Development & Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting

TOPIC: Get in the Zone - Update on 3 new tax incentive zones in the North I270 Corridor

 SPEAKERS:

  • Opportunity Zones – Ben Rickelman and Lily Qi, Montgomery County Executive’s Office
  • Gaithersburg Enterprise Zone – Tom Lonergan, City of Gaithersburg, Economic Development
  • Montgomery College RISE Zone – Martha Schoonmaker, PIC-MC

This is a great program to learn more about specific tax incentives in the area.

 

   

When:
Wednesday, July 18, 2018 8:30 AM thru 09:30 AM
Where:

Montgomery College Germantown Campus Paul Peck Building (Goldenrod Bldg)

20271 Goldenrod Lane Room 105

Germantown Directions: From I-270 take 118 Germantown Road Exit East, then take the 1st street EAST of I-270, turn right on Goldenrod Lane, it is the first building on the left.

IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - You must have a parking pass. Please contact the Chamber for a pass.

For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Thursday, July 19, 2018Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting

Membership Committee Meeting
All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Thursday, July 19, 2018 8:00 AM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Angela LaPadula to register - alapadula@ggchamber.org
Registration:
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org

Friday, July 27, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: iLoveKickboxing

Ribbon Cutting: iLoveKickboxing

You're invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony / Grand Opening of iLoveKickboxing Gaithersburg. 


Join the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members & come support Gaithersburg's newest & hotest way to workout.

 

iLoveKickboxing is what happened when they took the workouts that get professional fighters so fit... and made them accessible to anyone looking to get in awesome shape. They have energizing music to get your heart racing, passionate instructors who really care about you, motivate you every step of the way & a community of support and friendship lifts you up when you're feeling down. Come & discover them! 

 

Cutting will occur at  2:15 pm. We hope to see you there! 

 

AGENDA
2:00 PM Networking
2:15 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2:30 PM Refreshments, Tours & Networking 

  

When:
Friday, July 27, 2018 2:00 PM thru 03:00 PM
Where:

iLoveKickboxing
9116 Rothbury Drive
Gaithersburg 

Registration:
Free for All business folks. Advance registration requested.

REGISTER NOW!

For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Monday, July 30, 2018Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting

Golf Committee Meeting
Help us plan the Annual Business Golf Classic! Each September, nearly 100 decision makers and business professionals enjoy a day away from the office by participating in the GGCC's Annual Business Golf Classic. This day of networking and competitive fun is a much anticipated event each year. You don't need to golf to be a part of this fabulous committee. If you enjoy planning special events, helping to secure sponsors, door prizes and becoming involved in the marketing and promotion of the event - then join us. We hope you will join us in planning this terrific outing and we will see you in September as a sponsor and /or player and be a part of this year’s Business Golf Classic. GGCC Members Only.

Interested in joining the committee? Contact Laura @ lrowles@ggchamber.org. This is a conference call. You will need to register to get the number. Thank you.

When:
Monday, July 30, 2018 10:00 AM thru 10:30 AM
Where:
Conference Call
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

Monday, August 06, 2018Committee Meeting

YPG Committee Meeting

YPG Committee Meeting
GGCC Members Only!

When:
Monday, August 6, 2018 1:00 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:
GGCC Office
910 Clopper Road
Suite 205 N
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Registration:
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14

Friday, August 24, 2018Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: For Eyes


When:
Friday, August 24, 2018 11:30 AM thru 12:30 PM
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Wednesday, September 12, 2018Committee Meeting

SOHO

SOHO
"SOHO" is for GGCC Members who own and operate a "Small Office - Home Office". If you are a Member who works from home or in a very small office, please feel free to join us at the monthly “SOHO” Meeting.

Members - categorized as SOHO businesses - will provide support to one another. This is your business solutions roundtable! An opportunity to reach out to other like-minded SOHO business owners to share, grow, strengthen and expand your resources; all while "increasing the value of your business". Hope to see you there.

When:
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 9:00 AM
Where:
ZOOM - Advance Registration Requested
Registration:
To register, please contact Stephen McDow at smcdow@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
Marilyn Balcombe
301.840.1400 x15
mbalcombe@ggchamber.org
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Wednesday, September 12, 2018Committee Meeting

Events Committee Meeting

All Chamber Members Welcome

When:
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 12:00 PM
Where:
ON ZOOM
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Registrants will receive the zoom link prior to the meeting.
Contact Philippa Channer to register - pchanner@ggchamber.org
For More Info:
301.840.1400 x14
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Friday, September 14, 2018Other Special Event

GOLF 2018

GOLF 2018

Grow Your Business & Play Golf at the Same Time! The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber's Annual Business Golf Classic will be held on Friday, September 14 at Worthington Manor Golf Club with a 9:30 AM shotgun.

 

This tournament is intended to offer enjoyable golf and the opportunity to network. Meet business owners, representatives and supporters of business as you complete your round. Incredible prizes, golf contests, mini massages compliments of Hand & Stone Gaithersburg, food and drinks await you on this unique golf experience. 

 

Sponsorships are now available and golfers are wanted. A Portion of the proceeds supports the Montgomery College Scholarship Fund.

 

Tournament Schedule:
Driving Range Open: 8:00 am
Registration Begins: 8:00 am
Massages: 8:00 am
Lunch: 11:30 am
Putt*A*Rama: 9:15 am
Shotgun Start: 9:30 am|
Award Reception: 4:00 pm

 

Tournament Features:

  • Scramble Scoring
  • Beat The Pro
  • Hole In One Contest
  • Closest to the Pin
  • Longest Drive
  • Raffle
  • 50/50
  • Mulligans & Tee Busters for Sale 
  • And more..........

 

 

Add Your Name Here!  

Tournament Sponsor
City of Gaithersburg
Genesis Security Systems, LLC
Hughes Network Systems
Montgomery College
Shady Grove Medical Center  

 

Golfer Gift
DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors
Therrien Waddell, Inc.  

 

Cocktail Reception Sponsor
DANAC, LLC
Morgan-Keller Construction
Scheer Partners, Inc.
 

Lunch Sponsor
Buch Construction

 

Hole-In-One
DARCARS
 

Beverage Cart Sponsor
Shulman Rogers Gandal Pordy & Ecker, P.A 
Village Settlements, Inc.

 

Beat-The-Pro
DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors 

 

Putt-A-Rama
Therrien Waddell 
 

Driving Range
Herbology 
 

Longest Drive - Men
Rehab 2 Perform

 

Closest To The Pin - Men
Old Line Bank 
 

Tee Sponsors
DrinkMore Water
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hand and Stone Gaithersburg
Holiday Inn Gaithersburg
Homewood Suites
Linowes & Blocher, LLP
The Lube Center & The Auto Spa
Revere Bank
Shannon & Luchs Insurance Agency Inc.
Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC

 

  

When:
Friday, September 14, 2018 8:00 AM thru 04:00 PM
Where:
Worthington Manor
8329 Fingerboard Road
Urbana, MD 21704
Registration:
For More Info:
Laura R.
301.840.1400 x14
lrowles@ggchamber.org

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