GGCC Honors Its Volunteers
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (September 24, 2013) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) honored its volunteers at the Business Networking after Five event on Thursday, September 19. The event was held at and sponsored by Smokey Glen Farm Barbequers, Inc. in Gaithersburg. The GGCC holds its annual picnic in honor of its volunteers who generously give their time and talents to the Chamber. These remarkable people are an integral part of the Chamber and its success. The event is held annually at Smokey Glen Farm – an active supporter of the GGCC – a family owned business that has held…
GGCC Hosts Non-Profit Showcase
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (September 24, 2013) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce’s (GGCC) showed its commitment to volunteerism by giving its non-profit members the opportunity to “showcase” their organizations and communicate their role in our business community at its Business Networking after Five event held on Thursday, September 19, 2013. “Our non-profits do really important work for the community. It is our great pleasure to give them an opportunity to show-case their organizations,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC President/CEO. The event, held at and sponsored by Smokey Glen Farm Barbequers, Inc. in Gaithersburg, had 16 non-profit organizations in attendance, they included:…
Multi-Chambers to Host Glen Shepard Seminar
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (September 18, 2013) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Greater Silver Spring & Rockville Chambers of Commerce will host a Glen Shepard Seminar on “How to Supervise People and Lead a Team: A Seminar on Strategies to Energize People and Turn Every Employee into an Asset” on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at VisArts, 155 Gibbs St Rockville, MD 20850. In this keynote, you’ll learn more about supervising people in one day than most managers learn in an entire career. You’ll learn the best methods for hiring and firing, leading a team, motivating people,…
Gaithersburg-Germantown and Frederick Chambers Host Joint Mixer
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) and Frederick County Chamber joined forces to bring its members together for an “Evening of Networking” at the Comus Inn at Sugarloaf Mountain. Over 200 business folks attended the exclusive event in the hopes to make new connections and/or strengthen their existing ones. “It’s always great to interact with our neighbors to the north. It’s always a great event and our members appreciate the opportunity to expand their networking contacts,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC Executive Director. (l:r) Frederick County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Ric Adams, The Comus Inn Chief Financial Officer Raymond Maldo &…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Wegmans
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening” Ceremony for Wegmans, located at 20600 Seneca Meadows Parkway in Germantown. The ceremony was conducted on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. “We are so excited about having Wegmans in Germantown. The most common question I get about Germantown is “When is Wegmans opening”, so I know it will be a great success”, said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC Executive Director. Wegmans offers more customer convenience services and “stores within a store” than possibly any other supermarket chain. Many of Wegmans’ stores, though not all, have the following: Market Cafés —offering…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for 555 Lounge
Gaithersburg, MD – Tuesday, September 10 – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening” Ceremony for 555 Lounge. The restaurant is located at 555 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Friday, September 6, 2013. Classy, Unique and alive… these are the words to describe newest lounge in Gaithersburg. The candle light setting illuminates the room matching the vibrant colors of the decor inside, which leaves you feeling ready to start your night and indulge yourself in the atmosphere. 555 Lounge offers elegant private seating, a dance floor as well as…
GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Paisano’s
Gaithersburg, MD – Tuesday, September 10 – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening” Ceremony for Paisano’s. The restaurant is located at 824 Muddy Branch Road in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Monday, September 9, 2013. Paisano’s Pizza is a family owned franchise specializing in pizza, pasta, calzones, subs and salads. All of their menu items are made fresh to order. Learn more about them at: www.pizzapaisanos.com. Below: Paisano’s Owners Petros Marafatsos, Kelly Torray and Alex Garcia; City of Gaithersburg Mayor Sidney Katz and Councilmember Cathy Drzyzgula and Paisano’s Simon Haddad celebrate the…
GGCC Business Golf Classic Slated for September – A Par Event
Gaithersburg, MD – Wednesday, August 28 – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) 23rd Annual Business Golf Classic will be held on Friday, September 9 with a Noon shotgun start at PB Dye Golf Club, 9526 Doctor Perry Road in Ijamsville. The Golf Classis allows the Chamber’s Members & Guests to grow their business & play golf at the same time. 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, food and drinks await you on this unique golf…
Gaithersburg-Germantown & Frederick Chambers Young Professionals Hold Joint Mixer
Gaithersburg, MD – Thursday, August 22 – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) Young Professionals Group had a wonderful opportunity to mix & mingle with the Frederick Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group – “Generation Connect” on Wednesday, August 21 at Worthington Manor Golf Club. Over 70 young professionals gathered together to wrap up the summer, welcome new friends, and catch up with old acquaintances. Worthington Manor also allotted Young Professionals from either Chamber the opportunity to participate in a putting clinic or full swing clinic prior to the networking event. “It’s great to see the next generation of business…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Honors Public Safety Officials
Gaithersburg, MD – Thursday, August 22 – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce honored 33 Upcounty Police Officers, Firefighters and Paramedics at their 18th Annual Public Safety Awards Event on Friday, August 9 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Over 180 people were in attendance as several members of the Gaithersburg Police Department, Montgomery County Police 5th & 6th Districts & Montgomery County Fire & Rescue and National Institutes of Standards and Technology Rescue Services were recognized for their service. This annual awards program provides the business community with an opportunity to publicly thank those who help maintain the quality of life in…