GGCC issues RFP for annual Gala Celebration
Request for proposal – click here for PDF. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce and GGCC Community Foundation is seeking proposals for the GGCC’s Annual Gala Celebration & Awards Dinner. The Chamber is a non-profit organization serving the Upcounty business community in Montgomery County, MD. The Foundation is a non-profit organization that brings the business community and philanthropy together in the Upcounty. This event brings together leaders in the Upcounty business community to celebrate successes of our annual awardees in our business community, and to raise awareness and funds for scholarships at Montgomery College via a silent auction and direct…
GGCC issues RFP for annual charity Golf Classic
Request for Proposal – click here for PDF. The GGCC Community Foundation is seeking proposals for their Annual Business Golf Classic. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization serving the Upcounty business community in Montgomery County, MD. The GGCC Community Foundation is a non-profit organization that brings the business community and philanthropy together in the Upcounty. This event brings together leaders in the Upcounty business community to raise awareness and funds for scholarships at Montgomery College. This event will be managed by the GGCC Community Foundation with support from GGCC members and volunteers. The proposals will be…
GGCC Presents Several Awards at 2024 Gala Celebration
The GGCC 75th Anniversary Gala Celebration & Awards Dinner was held December 5, 2024 at Bretton Woods Country Club The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) 75th Anniversary Gala Celebration & Awards Dinner brought together 175 leaders, visionaries, and changemakers from the Upcounty to celebrate business excellence and leadership, and to recognize students who were awarded scholarships through GGCC’s scholarship funds at Montgomery College. Emceed by GGCC President & CEO Paula Ross, the event recognized the outstanding achievements of GGCC members in several categories. Featuring a dynamic lineup of speakers and honorees, the evening was filled with inspiration, recognition, and a…
2025 Board of Directors Installed
The 2025 GGCC Board of Directors was installed at the annual Gala Celebration & Awards Dinner on December 5, 2024 at Bretton Woods Country Club. County Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe conducted the installation ceremony. Executive Committee: Chair: Steve Barber, Supporting Strategies Chair-Elect: Michele Potter, Asbury Methodist Village Immediate Past Chair: Heather Madison, Peterson Companies Treasurer: Dan Dellon, Gaithersburg CPAs Vice Chair, Member Recruitment/Retention: Romy Nuñez, USI Insurance Vice Chair, Economic Devt & Legislative Affairs: Joyce Fuhrmann, MD Soccer Foundation Vice Chair, Member Programs (Events): Mick Collins, Pay it Forward Processing Vice Chair, Young Professionals Group (YPG): Kathryne Carter, Grace & Virtue…
Welcome Yesyca Morales to the Chamber team!
We are excited to welcome Yesyca Morales as our new Director of Membership at the GGCC! We look forward to her leadership and vision as she helps strengthen our community and enhance member engagement. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome! Yesyca has always been immersed in the entrepreneurial spirit, having grown up in a family that embraced and inspired business innovation. With a B.S. in Finance, she brings a strong academic foundation to her role and a wealth of hands-on experience. Her career journey has included an internship at IDB Multilateral Investment Fund, consulting work for Bearing…
Germantown Oktoberfest Returns October 5th!
**GGCC Brings Back the Long-Loved Germantown on October 5, 2024 from 11 am – 5 pm | Celebrating Our Unique and Vibrant Community** Germantown Town Center, September 4, 2024 – Germantown, MD, the third most populous community in Maryland, and one of the most diverse in the country, is all set to share the spirit of Oktoberfest in a grand celebration that promises something for everyone! This year, the Germantown Oktoberfest will not only reflect the traditional elements of Oktoberfest, but will be an ode to the diverse community it serves in a free celebration perfect for the whole family!…
GGCC Advocacy in Action: Council Approves Plan to Simplify Restaurant Permitting Process
July 18, 2024 Hi GGCC restaurant/hospitality members – The legislative changes we advocated for are now an official part of County regulation! See media link here: Council Approves Plan to Simplify Restaurant Permitting Process – Montgomery Community Media (mymcmedia.org). I’m glad we could make this happen. As always, if you have any suggestions or concerns that we can bring to government on your behalf, our door is always open! Many thanks, Paula
GGCC 30th Annual Public Safety Awards: 58 honorees including Medal of Valor recipient Sgt. Patrick Kepp, remarks from retiring Police Chief Marcus Jones
See full printable Media Advisory HERE. See photo album HERE.
GGCC County Budget statement
Issued to County Council: Dear Council President Friedson and Members of the Council: On behalf of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC), we are submitting these comments for your consideration, and as a thank you, as you go into your final deliberate action on the County Executive’s proposed FY25 Operating Budget. For 75 years, the GGCC has been the leading advocate for businesses along the upper I270 corridor in Montgomery County, commonly called the “Upcounty.” We specifically serve the business communities in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Clarksburg, and Damascus; our membership currently includes approximately 470 businesses in dozens of industries. Our…
GGCC Advocates for JOBS Initiative with other Chambers
The GGCC in partnership with other local Chambers of Commerce, has advocated for the swift passing of teh FY24 Special Appropriation for the JOBS Initiative introduced by Council President Andrew Friedson. See the GGCC’s letter to County Council here (4/26/24). See the joint Chamber letter to Council here (4/27/24). See the GGCC’s original Council testimony here (4/2/24).