GGCC Young Professional Group Holds Happy Hour
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) held a Young Professional Group Happy Hour last week at the Melting Pot, located at 9021 Gaither Road in Gaithersburg. The event was sponsored by the Melting Pot and title sponsor Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union (MAFCU). Our Young Professionals Group is packed with lots of enthusiasm and high aspirations. Nearly 40 emerging leaders came to the event and discovered how this group can further their career and strengthen their professional image. This Young Professionals Group Happy Hour was sponsored by the Melting Pot Gaithersburg. The Melting Pot offers sophisticated fondue prepared tableside in the…
GGCC to Hold “Affordable Care Act” Seminar
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) will host a seminar on the Affordable Care Act for its members and the community on Tuesday, February 11th at 8:00am at the Highlands at Germantown, 20260 Goldenrod Lane in Germantown. It’s 2014 and the Affordable Care Act is HERE! Join us at our “Affordable Care Act” Seminar and get in the “know”. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) that President Barack Obama signed into law on March 23, 2010 is now in effect. Most U.S. citizens and legal residents are required to have health insurance. This seminar will update you on…
GGCC "Grow Your Business" Seminar & Expo Scheduled for March 5
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) in partnership with Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union’s Small Business University will host its 7th Annual “Grow Your Business” Seminar & Expo on Wednesday, March 5 from 7:30 – 11:30 AM at the Highlands at Germantown, 20260 Goldenrod Lane, Germantown. As a business owner, you have plenty of pressures every week to do a hundred different things. But the greatest one is to figure out how to grow your business faster and make it more profitable. That is why you should attend the “Grow Your Business” Seminar & Expo. Whether you are a small, medium or large…
GGCC Hires New Director of Member Services
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (January 9, 2014) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) welcomes Maxine Chen as their new Director of Member Services. Chen is a former Chamber Member. Chen has been in hospitality business for 30 years. Her portfolio includes: co-owner of a restaurant in Lehigh Valley, PA, event management at the Sulgrave Club in DC; director of catering at Norbeck Country Club; catering sales at One Washington Circle Hotel, DC and most recently sales manager at Buca di Beppo in the Kentlands. Chen has also owned and directed a dance studio in Emmaus, Pa. Chen holds the designation…
2014 Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Legislative Agenda Released
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (January 2, 2014) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) will continue its tradition of taking an active role in advocating and responding to issues of importance to the economic health of our community to create a more business friendly environment for Montgomery County and the State of Maryland. In 2014, GGCC will continue to support efforts that encourage new business development, as well as the retention and growth of existing businesses. Our economic development efforts hinge upon addressing the transportation infrastructure needs within the County. To that end, our key priorities are as follows: Road Priority…
GGCC Names Edgerley Their Board Chairman
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 18, 2013) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) has named David Edgerley their 2014 Board of Directors Chairman. Edgerley is the Senior Vice President for Sonabank. “We look forward to a great year with David at the helm. Having someone with his economic development background will help us shape the business community in the Upcounty,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC Executive Director. Edgerley has been a GGCC Board Member for three years.
City of Gaithersburg Tomasello Inducted Into GGCC Hall of Fame
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) inducted City of Gaithersburg City Manager Tony Tomasello into the GGCC Hall of Fame. Tomasello was inducted at the Chamber’s Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony by 2006 Hall of Famer Mary Ann Britton. The purpose of the Hall of Fame Award is to recognize and honor a Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce member who demonstrates outstanding service, commitment and involvement in the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber. With 17 years of service to the Board of Directors, his service to the organization embodies this award. “The Hall of Fame is reserved for individuals or companies that have…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Awards the 1st Annual Young Professional of the Year Award
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 18, 2013) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) awarded Brett Friedman, Senior Accountant/Advisor with DeLeon & Stang CPAs and Advisors, as the recipient of the 1st Annual Young Professional of the Year Award (YPG) at their Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The award was presented by Colette Releford of the Gazette. The Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of a highly motivated, emerging leader of the Chamber’s Young Professional’s group. Friedman has achieved the highest designation in the financial planning industry (CFP®, certified financial planner) and continues to gain skills and…
GGCC Awards $6,100 in Scholarships
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber with the help of our donors, awarded four Montgomery College students with a Montgomery College Scholarship at its Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. We announced that this year, in addition to funding current scholarships, the Chamber has established an endowment for future giving. The endowment is currently at $35,000, with the goal of $100,000. This will ensure that the GGCC continues to support Montgomery College in perpetuity. “Providing scholarships to students is the best way the Chamber can prepare the workforce of tomorrow. We are honored to be able to contribute in this way,” said Marilyn…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Christian Durand State Farm Agency
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening” Ceremony for Christian Durand State Farm Agency. Christian Durand State Farm Agency is located at 18237 Flower Hill Way, Suite D in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. Christian Durand State Farm Agency provides insurance and financial services to individual consumers and businesses. Learn more about them at: www.durandchristian.com. (l:r) Andrew Brownfield, State Farm Sales Leader; Yanis Lores, Customer Service Representative; Mae Durand; Christian Durand, Owner & Agent of Christian Durand State Farm Agency; Karla Lara, Insurance Account Representative and Maria Duarte,…