Chamber holds 9th Annual Upcounty Business Breakfast Briefing
On Wednesday, December 10, the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) held its 9th Annual Upcounty Business Breakfast Briefing (UCBBB). The UCBBB gives Chamber members and Upcounty Business Leaders an opportunity to discuss legislative issues with their elected officials. The GGCC was honored to have Montgomery County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett and County Councilmembers Craig Rice and Sidney Katz as their guest speakers. “We work very closely with our District Councilmembers and the County Executive. It is our job to remind them that Gaithersburg and Germantown are critical components of the economy in the Montgomery County and the State. Fortunately, they…
GGCC Awards the 8th Annual Small Business of the Year Award
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) awarded Pinky & Pepe Rodgers, Owner of Pinky and Pepe’s Grape Escape, as the recipient of the 8th Annual Small Business of the Year Award (SBY) on December 4 as a part of their Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The award was presented by the previous year’s winner Dave Posin of Soldierfit. The Small Business of the Year Award recognizes small businesses, which are a vital part of our economy and community. The award is presented to the small business that demonstrates success, community involvement, and excellent customer relations. “We feel so blessed and honored…
GGCC Rowles Named to CVC-MC 2015 Board
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) is pleased to announce that Laura Rowles has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Corporate Volunteer Council of Montgomery County (CVC-MC). The CVC-MC educates businesses on how to create successful volunteer/charitable programs that positively impact the businesses, their employees, and the local community. Rowles is the Director of Events & Marketing for the GGCC. 2015 will mark her seventh year on the CVC-MC Board. Her specialties include managing special events, social media, marketing, writing, customer service, project planning, public relations, advertising & sales. Rowles graduated from the Richard Stockton College of…
GGCC Supports Local Businesses on Small Business Saturday
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) distributed $500 in American Express gift cards to Gaithersburg & Germantown residents on Saturday, November 29 or better known as Shop Small® Business Saturday. The Chamber was approved in July as Shop Small® Business Saturday Neighborhood Champion and we decided to make an impact on this day. As a Neighborhood Champion, we were able to play a key role in supporting the small businesses that help our neighborhood thrive. Donned with small business pins, balloons, go shop small stickers and gift cards, GGCC Director of Events of Marketing Laura Rowles headed out and visited…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Launch Workplaces
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for Launch Workplaces, located at 9841 Washingtonian Boulevard in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Thursday, November 6, 2014. Launch Workplaces is a hybrid workplace center that offers flexible, affordable choices of private offices, open co-working area, conference rooms and lounges. Learn more about them at: www.launchworkplaces.com. (l:r) Colby Wright, Executive Administrator, Launch Workplaces; Cathy Drzyzgula, City of Gaithersburg Councilmember; Lex Birney, CEO of The Brick Companies; City of Gaithersburg Mayor Sidney Katz; Kathleen Mayer, First National Bank and GGCC Board member; Mark McMahon, Director of Operations, Launch…
GGCC Announces Chamber Trip to Tuscany
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) invites members of the chamber and the community to experience true Tuscan Culture departing on October 27, 2015. The GGCC will be offering a fully escorted tour of the region of Tuscany. Tuscany is the place where movies are filmed and fantasies run wild. Perhaps it’s the cities of Florence, Pisa, or Siena that invoke feelings of culture, art, or arouse the senses as do the smells and taste of the Chianti region. The fact is that Tuscany is home to some of the most famous tourist attractions in all of Italy. It is…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa. Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa is located at 217 Kentlands Boulevard in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Friday, October 31, 2014. Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers massage and facial services at affordable prices. Learn more about them at: www.handandstone.com. (l:r) Colette Releford, The Gazette and GGCC Board member; Kay Hechler & John Phillips, Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa owners; Sidney Katz, City of Gaithersburg Mayor and Cathy Drzyzgula, City of Gaithersburg Councilmember at…
GGCC Launches New Program for Its Members
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) is pleased to announce the launch of its Business Resource Council (BRC). The BRC is members helping members. It provides an opportunity for our members to meet one-on-one with fellow chamber members to help solve the problems keeping them up night. “I’m very excited about this program. We have so much business expertise in the Chamber; it makes sense to tap into knowledge. Our Chamber members have always been very generous with the time and talent to help other Chamber members succeed. This program just makes it a lot easier and a lot more…
GGCC Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Dinner to be held in December
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) will hold their Annual Celebration Dinner and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg, 620 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg. The evening events include: the installation of the 2015 Board of Directors, a silent auction, dinner, music, the presentation of the Annual “You Made a Difference Award”, announcement of the “8th Annual Small Business of the Year” and the “2nd Annual Young Professional of the Year” awards, and the awarding of four scholarships funded by GGCC Businesses to Montgomery College students. “This is a great time to reflect…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for FirstWatch – The Daytime Cafe
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for FirstWatch – The Daytime Cafe. FirstWatch – The Daytime Café is located at 802 Muddy Branch Road in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Friday, October 10, 2014. FirstWatch – The Daytime Café was voted Montgomery County’s Best Breakfast. FirstWatch specializes in delicious creations freshly- prepared to order. They begin each morning at the crack of dawn, slicing fresh fruits and vegetables, baking muffins and making French toast batter from scratch. Their fresh award winning breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes are made using the best ingredients without the…