Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Members Give Back
Germantown, MD (March 9, 2022) –The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC), in partnership with JK Moving Services, made life sweeter for the community & supported the efforts of the Upcounty Consolidation Hub with canned food donations at the 3rd annual Cake, Battle, & Network. “It’s so great to be back in person for this event,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC President/CEO. “Not only is it a fun event, but we were able to collect a lot of good for the Germantown HUB”. Richard Branson said, “doing good is good for business”. This concept rings true at the Chamber, as we are…
A Twosday Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Gaithersburg, MD (February 23, 2022) – Medicalincs celebrated “Twosday” with the grand opening of their integrated solutions business. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony & joined Medicalincs at their celebration on February 22, 2022. They are located at 8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 400, in Silver Spring. Their mission is to link silos in the healthcare system and deliver, integrated, effective, and equitable care delivery solutions; that preserve & save lives. In every tier of the healthcare industry, inconsistencies can exist that cause administrative burden, unnecessary costs, decreased morale, and a subpar outcome for population health….
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber to Host Business Networking Expo on April 11
Gaithersburg, MD (February 10, 2021) –The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) is pleased to announce that it will host 3rd annual business expo on Monday, April 11th, at five o’clock in the evening at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, Maryland. EXPO CONNECT is a business expo where businesses & individuals from the community can view the full spectrum of Chamber member businesses. It is one of the best business development events of the year! It offers the business community an opportunity to engage with community, network with local professionals, engage with exhibitors, and discover resources for business growth. It will…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Pathways to Business Launches Successfully
Gaithersburg, MD (February 2, 2022) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce’s (GGCC) grant program Pathways to Business Success – designed to support women and minority entrepreneurs take it to the next level- successfully launched in January. The program was made possible through an economic development grant from the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation. The education workshops are in partnership with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County & the Maryland Women’s Business Center (MWBC). Through strategic workshops, business resource groups, networking events and a free one-year Chamber membership, participants are gaining new skills and building relationships to increase the…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Announces Its 2022 Board of Directors
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 14, 2021) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) is pleased to announce its 2022 Board of Directors. They are the leaders of the business community. “I’m looking forward to another great year,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC President / CEO. “We have great leadership coming in.” As a board member, they are assuming considerable responsibility for the smooth functioning of the chamber board of directors and the efficient and effective operation of the organization. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber is a federation of business and professional people working together to build a healthy economy and to improve the…
Upcounty Community Resources Named the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber’s Small Business of the Year
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 16, 2021) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) awarded Upcounty Community Resources (UCR) as the recipient of the 15th Annual Small Business of the Year Award (SBY) on December 9, 2021, as a part of their Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The award was presented to UCR Executive Director Jenn Lynn by AJ Nwoga with M&T Bank. “We are honored to give this award to Upcounty Community Resources,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC President / CEO. “They are a great asset in our community.” The Small Business of the Year Award recognizes small businesses, which are a…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Awards Over $9,500 in Montgomery College Scholarships
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 16, 2021) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) is proud of its Montgomery College Scholarship Program. Our local economy relies on an educated workforce. The Chamber Scholarship program provides financial assistance to Montgomery College students pursuing higher education. Each year, with the help of its donors, the Chamber awards students Montgomery College Scholarships at its Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. To date we have raised over $400,000 including an endowment of over $150,000 established to ensure future giving for students. We have awarded over 115 scholarships to Montgomery College students. On the evening of…
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Names its Young Professional of the Year
Gaithersburg /Germantown, MD (December 16, 2021) – The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber (GGCC) awarded Heather Madison, property manager with Peterson Company, as the recipient of the 9th Annual Young Professional of the Year Award (YPG) at the Chamber’s Annual Celebration Dinner & Awards Ceremony. “Heather Madison is a super star. We are so lucky to have her on our Board and in our Chamber,” said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC President / CEO. 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. The past year and a half-challenged Madison’s…
Business is Booming in the Upcounty
Gaithersburg, MD (December 14, 2021) – Even with the economy down, the pandemic has sparked a small business boom in the Upcounty. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted six ribbon cutting ceremonies in December: sixteen ceremonies total in 2021. In December, the GGCC supported SmarTest Labs, Parc Redland, Chef Lee’s Element, Hogabs Jerky, Fry Guy Southern HomeStyle Cuisine, & Acorn Health. Additionally, the GGCC’s Director of Membership, Stephen McDow, attended the grand opening ceremonies of 61 Vineyard in Damascus, Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids in Gaithersburg, Mission Autism Clinics in Gaithersburg, and Loring Consulting Engineers, Inc. in Gaithersburg. On December…
Lab Testing Just Got a Whole Lot Easier in the DMV
Gaithersburg, MD (December 3, 2021) – Lab resting just got a whole lot easier. Introducing SmarTest Labs serving the DMV area with comprehensive testing services, minimal wait times and mobile testing solutions. The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony & joined SmarTest Labs to celebrate their grand opening. “We are thrilled to see SmarTest Labs thrive”, said Marilyn Balcombe, GGCC president. “They provide a fantastic service to the community and to businesses to keep us all safe and healthy”. SmarTest Labs, located at 501 N Frederick Avenue, Suite 106, Gaithersburg, MD, is one of the nation’s…