GGCC Names Releford Their Board Chair
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 9, 2016) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) has named Colette Releford their 2017 Board of Directors Chair. Releford is the Regional Sales Manager for On-Site.com. “Colette has been involved in almost every aspect of the Chamber. She will be a tremendous resource and a great leader of this organization,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC Executive Director. Releford has been a GGCC Board Member for six years, serving in the capacity of Chair-Elect, and Vice Chair of Member Programs and Member Services. Releford is a Multi- Family Industry Professional with over 20 years’ experience in business…
Marilyn Balcombe Dishes About the Chamber’s Annual Celebration Dinner and Scholarship Awards on Comcast Newsmakers
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) fosters business-to-business relationships through monthly business networking events throughout the year in efforts to support the start of new businesses in Montgomery County Maryland. The Chamber is committed to business/community partnerships in education and other areas of mutual interest. Here GGCC Executive Director discusses the Chamber’s upcoming bash – the annual Celebration Dinner – on Thursday, December 8. http://comcastnewsmakers.com/2016/11/18/annual-celebration-dinner-scholarship-awards/
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members Support Toys for Tots
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (November 18, 2016) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce’s (GGCC) held its Annual “Give Thanks” Cocktail Mixer at Pinky & Pepe’s Grape Escape on Thursday, November 17, 2016. The mixer was free to attend with a suggested donation of a “new / unwrapped” toy to support Toys for Tots. For the past few years, Pinky & Pepe’s goal is to brighten the holidays for many Montgomery County children. Pinky & Pepe Rodger’s son is a Marine, so this program holds a special place in their heart and that of their son too. The Toys for Tots program…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Potomac Care Pharmacy
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (November 18, 2016) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) supported Potomac Care Pharmacy and celebrated the grand opening of their new pharmacy by conducting a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for them on Friday, November 18, 2016. They are located at 12103 Darnestown Road in North Potomac. Potomac Care Pharmacy is an independent community pharmacy focused on personalized care for North Potomac, Darnestown, Rockville, Gaithersburg and surrounding communities. They bring hearts and smarts to pharmacy care. They offer prescription services, medical supplies, wellness programs, and selected nutrition and supplements. Learn more about Potomac Care Pharmacy at: www.potomaccarepharmacy.com.
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Majestic
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (November 3, 2016) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) supported Spectrum Luxury Living Apartments and celebrated the grand opening of their newest apartment complex by conducting a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for them on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. They are located at 116 Paramount Park Drive in Gaithersburg. Spectrum Luxury Apartments are located in the Watkins Mill Town Center – a vibrant and modern community. They have stylish apartments ranging from Studio to 3-Bedrooms and feature walk-in closets, granite counter tops, hardwood floors, and more. We were delighted to celebrate the grand opening of the newest building…
Comcast Newsmakers: 8th Annual Business Symposium
Maryland Balcombe, President and CEO of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce Learn more here!
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Auxilium Technology
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for Auxilium Technology, located at 9841 Washingtonian Boulevard, Suite 200 in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Tuesday, January 20, 2015. Auxilium Technology provides clients with world class solutions across software/hardware engineering, product development, IT technology consulting, IT support, cloud hosting, cybersecurity, web design and development, web maintenance, internet/digital marketing and engineering training. Learn more about them at: www.auxiliumtechnology.com. (l:r) Jerry Therrien, President, Therrien Waddell, Inc.; Cathy Drzyzgula & Neil Harris, City of Gaithersburg Councilmember’s; Ed Samuels, Chief Technology Officer, Auxilium Technology; Ike Leggett, Montgomery County Executive ;…
2015 Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Legislative Agenda Released
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce will advocate to elected leaders in the State of Maryland for policies that will create a vibrant economy. In that spirit, the Chamber will evaluate legislation based on the 5 elements of a vibrant economy: The 5 elements of a vibrant economy: A competitive business climate A place to do business that is affordable, predictable, and ripe with incentives for growth A place where small businesses can start, thrive, and grow A place where regulatory obstacles do not interfere with private sector job growth A robust private sector environment that works in partnership with the…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Curves
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for Curves, located at 17 North Summit Avenue, Suite C in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Tuesday, January 13, 2015. Curves is a fitness facility especially designed for women featuring a total body workout in 30 minutes that is fun, fast and safe. Learn more about them at: www.curves.com. (l:r) Jerry Therrien, President, Therrien Waddell, Inc.; Colette Releford, Marketing Executive; Gazette Newspapers; Faith Zimmerman, Owner of Curves; Cathy Drzyzgula, City of Gaithersburg Councilmember and ; Marilyn Balcombe, GGCCPresident & CEO at the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber conducted Ribbon Cutting Ceremony…
GGCC Hires New Director of Member Services
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) welcomes Donna Rimple as their new Director of Member Services. Rimple’s sales career spans more than 18 years in the performing arts, the design Industry, and gift market. Prior to coming to the chamber, Rimple worked for Ganz USA, as Territory Manager and the Hines & Company, as the Outside Sales Rep for the Washington Tri-State area and West VA., where she established a successful road program. She was responsible for increasing the company’s presence and product placement in the territory. She also spent time in New York City and Chicago as an Outside…