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Home | Category: Chamber News
June 13, 2008
May 21, 2008
2008 Business Philanthropy Awards
The Maryland Chamber is seeking nominees for the 2008 Maryland Business Philanthropy Awards. We present the awards each year in partnership with the Baltimore Business Journal. Nominate your business or... More»
May 13, 2008
Chamber Names New Board Members
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors appointed new board members during its April meeting. New Board members include: Brad Barker of Dillon Development Partners, representing the Hagerstown-Washington County... More»
Outgoing Board Members Recognized
During our recent Annual Membership Meeting, the Maryland Chamber’s Board of Directors recognized retiring board members for their dedicated service to the Chamber. These outgoing board members included: Laura Borgerding... More»
April 23, 2008
MD Business Hall of Fame Videos
[Photo by Professional Image: (L to R) Maryland Chamber President & CEO Kathy Snyder; 2008 Business Hall of Fame inductees Karen H. Oertel , President, W.H. Harris Seafood Inc.... More»
April 22, 2008
Chamber Celebrates 40 Years
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce will celebrate our 40th Anniversary tonight during the Annual Membership Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner. Here is a list of founding Maryland... More»
February 1, 2008
Are You Maryland's Small Business of the Year?
The search is on. We’re looking for Maryland’s top small businesses. The Maryland Chamber’s Small Business of the Year Awards program recognizes the dedication, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of Maryland’s... More»
January 30, 2008
Maryland Chamber Seeking Board Nominations
The Maryland Chamber is seeking nominations to its board of directors. Members in good standing who are interested in serving on the Maryland Chamber’s Board can send letters of interest,... More»
September 17, 2007
Buck Featured in Corridor Inc.
Maryland Chamber Chairman Betty Buck is featured in this month’s edition of Corridor Inc. Buck, President of Buck Distributing Company, Inc., has grown the company her father started more... More»
August 14, 2007
Washington Business Journal Seeking Women Who Mean Business
Washington Business Journal is looking for business women from the DC Metro area who have made a difference in their businesses and in their communities for the fourth annual Women... More»
August 6, 2007
The Business Monthly Features a Story on the Tax Study
The current issue of The Business Monthly features a story about the tax study currently underway. As I’ve mentioned before, the Maryland Chamber is part of an unprecedented collaborative effort... More»
Letter to the Editor: Incomplete data discredit tax report
In case you missed it, Saturday’s Baltimore Sun featured a letter to the editor from Chamber President and CEO Kathy Snyder about the misleading and incomplete corporate income tax data... More»
July 27, 2007
2008 William F. Holin Scholarship Recipients Announced
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce awarded its 2008 William F. Holin Scholarships to six students from the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business. This year’s recipients are... More»
July 26, 2007
Maryland Chamber Seeking Business Philanthropy Awards Nominations
Maryland Chamber member companies contribute millions of dollars and tens of thousands of man-hours to charitable organizations in Maryland each year. The Maryland Chamber and the Baltimore Business Journal annually... More»
June 28, 2007
MD Chamber President on WBAL This Afternoon
Maryland Chamber President and CEO Kathy Snyder will appear on WBAL Radio’s Ron Smith Show this afternoon around 4:45 p.m. to discuss Maryland’s budget deficit and looming tax increases. Blair... More»
June 26, 2007
Local Chambers Have a Seat on State Chamber Board
The Cumberland Times-News ran this item about Bill Meagher of Lakeside Creamery representing the Garrett County Chamber on the Maryland Chamber’s Board of Directors. The Garrett County Chamber has always... More»
June 12, 2007
Chamber's Tax Committee to Meet with Franchot
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce Tax Committee will meet with Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot on Wednesday, June 27, 2007, at 9:30 am, in the offices of Ober Kaler at 120... More»
June 7, 2007
2007 Mid-Atlantic Economic Symposium
Murray Financial Group held its annual Mid-Atlantic Economic Symposium yesterday in Frederick. Maryland Chamber President/CEO Kathy Snyder was one of the speakers, along with Richmond Federal Reserve Bank President Jeffrey... More»
June 2, 2007
Maryland Chamber Announces Small Business of the Year Award Winners
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce awarded its annual Small Business of the Year Awards during its Growing Business, Celebrating Success event Friday June 1, at the Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport... More»
May 17, 2007
HarVest Bank’s Hollerbach The Chamber's Top Recruiter
Jack Hollerbach, President & CEO of HarVest Bank of Maryland, was recognized during the Maryland Chamber’s Annual Meeting for recruiting the most new members during the Chamber’s Connect Campaign. Hollerbach... More»
Maryland Chamber Seeking Business Philanthropy Awards Nominations
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Baltimore Business Journal, is seeking nominations of businesses that have provided outstanding support for local non-profits 501(c)(3)s and/or schools this past... More»
May 11, 2007
2007 Business Hall of Fame Inductees -- Introduction Videos
Thanks to everyone who attended the Annual Membership Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner last night. The event was a huge success. For those of you who were... More»
Maryland Chamber Announces Small Business of the Year Awards Finalists
We’re pleased to announce the finalists for its Small Business of the Year Awards Program. Winners will be announced during the Chamber’s Growing Business, Celebrating Success event on June 1,... More»
May 10, 2007
Chamber to Induct 3 Into the Maryland Business Hall of Fame
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce will induct three outstanding business leaders into the Maryland Business Hall of Fame, during our Annual Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner tonight... More»
May 9, 2007
Maryland Chamber to Name Betty Buck its First Female Chairman
Betty Buck, President of Buck Distributing Co., Inc., will become the Maryland Chamber’s first female Chairman tomorrow, during the Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner... More»
April 6, 2007
Chamber on the Radio Today at 3:30 p.m.
Maryland Chamber Vice President of Government Affairs Ron Wineholt will be on the Ron Smith show at 3:30 p.m. this afternoon on WBAL AM 1090. The topic will be the... More»
April 2, 2007
Growing Business, Celebrating Success
Today we updated the website with information about our June 1 Growing Business, Celebrating Success event. The event is a great opportunity for small business people to meet face-to-face with... More»
March 8, 2007
Reminder: Connect Campaign Kicks Off Next Week
Just a reminder that the Maryland Chamber will launch its 2007 membership drive, the Connect Campaign, next week. Join us at the kickoff event on March 14 at the Center... More»
February 27, 2007
Tune in to WBAL Radio Today at 2:35
Maryland Chamber President & CEO Kathy Snyder will be on WBAL’s Ron Smith Show this afternoon around 2:35 p.m. to discuss this story from today’s Baltimore Sun.... More»
February 22, 2007
Connect: Help Strengthen the Maryland Chamber
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is launching a membership drive, the Connect Campaign, to increase our membership and strengthen our voice in Annapolis. Help the Chamber grow stronger by recruiting... More»
February 20, 2007
Is Your Company the Small Business of the Year?
We’re looking for a few outstanding small businesses. The Maryland Chamber’s Small Business of the Year Awards program recognizes the dedication, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of Maryland’s small business community.... More»
February 12, 2007
Chamber Announces 2007 Business Hall of Fame Inductees
The Maryland Chamber will induct the following business leaders into the Maryland Business Hall of Fame on May 10, during our Annual Membership Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards... More»
February 9, 2007
Chamber Accepting Board Nominations
The Nominating Committee of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors is accepting board nominations. Only members in good standing will be considered. A letter of interest should be... More»
February 7, 2007
A Few Photos from Monday's Congressional Dinner
The Maryland Congressional Delegation Dinner, held on February 5, was a great success. Every member of the delegation, and more than 250 Chamber members, attended. Here are a few photos:... More»
January 26, 2007
News & Notes for January 26, 2007
New year, new governor, new outlookBusiness leaders are hopeful that more can get done this year on issues such as reducing the cost of health insurance for employers, while keeping... More»
January 24, 2007
What Legislative Issue is Most Important to Your Business?
We want to know. Pick one by completing our weekly member survey. Results will be published in next week’s Legislative Report email newsletter.... More»
January 5, 2007
News & Notes for January 5, 2007
Without partisan issues, how will session shape up? O’Malley has hesitated to take any concrete positions on specific issues, including the projected budget shortfall in future years, but business leaders... More»
November 2, 2006
Maryland Companies Honored for Corporate Philanthropy
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce and Baltimore Business Journal awarded the Maryland Business Philanthropy Awards earlier this week during the annual Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) - Maryland Chapter Philanthropy... More»
October 23, 2006
2007 Business Agenda Released
During last week’s meeting of the Maryland Chamber’s Board of Directors, the Board adopted the Chamber’s 2007 Business Agenda. The agenda outlines the Chamber’s priorities for the coming year and... More»
August 3, 2006
Chamber Addresses Wal-Mart Bill in Letter to the Editor
Today’s Baltimore Sun featured the following letter to the editor from Maryland Chamber Chairman Terry Neimeyer, Chairman and CEO of KCI Technologies. It’s time to bury the Wal-Mart law Now... More»
July 12, 2006
Tonight at 11
The 11 p.m. news tonight on WBAL TV 11 will feature a story on identity theft, including a discussion of the security breach bill that was debated during the 2006... More»
June 16, 2006
Maryland Chamber Announces Small Business of the Year Award Winners
The Maryland Chamber awarded its annual Small Business of the Year Awards during our Celebration of Small Business event at the Wyndham Baltimore Inner Harbor Hotel. Congratulations to this year’s... More»
June 5, 2006
Chamber President on the Air Today
Maryland Chamber President and CEO Kathy Snyder will be on the Ron Smith show today on WBAL Radio. She will join Smith around 2:15 p.m. to discuss how Maryland’s economic... More»
June 2, 2006
Small Business of the Year Finalists
We are two weeks away from the Maryland Chamber’s Celebration of Small Business, which will be held on June 16 at the Wyndham Baltimore Inner Harbor Hotel from 8 a.m.... More»
May 9, 2006
The Maryland Business Matters Forum
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), the Business Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC), and the Maryland Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to launch the BIPAC/NAM 2006 National Road Tour.... More»
Annual Membership Survey
It’s that time of year again. We’re conducting our 2006 membership survey. Please take a couple minutes to provide us with your feedback. Your responses will help improve our service... More»
May 5, 2006
Congratulations to the 2006 Hall of Famers
Thanks to everyone who attended the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Business Hall of Fame Awards Dinner earlier this week. A capacity crowd was on hand to honor the 2006... More»
April 17, 2006
Small Business of the Year Nomination Deadline Extended
We’ve extended the nomination deadline for the Maryland Small Business of the Year Awards to Friday, April 21. Nominate your business, or another deserving business, today. Click here.... More»
April 13, 2006
Tonight on MPT
Tonight at 7:30 p.m. on MPT’s Business Connection, Maryland Chamber Vice President of Government Affairs Ron Wineholt will discuss how business interests faired during the 2006 General Assembly session. The... More»
April 12, 2006
Highlights and Lowlights of the 2006 General Assembly Session
The Chamber took positions on 169 bills this session. Click here for the highlights and lowlights. Related info: The Gazette: Annapolis ’06: A collapse at the wire Assembly minds business... More»
April 6, 2006
Chamber Urges Veto of Merger Oversight Bill
The Maryland Chamber today urged Governor Ehrlich to veto HB 1713, legislation that would give the Maryland General Assembly authority to review, and possibly reject, the merger between Constellation Energy... More»
April 5, 2006
Grow Your Business, Grow Your Chamber
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has set a goal of adding 106 new members in 2006. Help us reach that goal while promoting your business and developing your list... More»
April 4, 2006
Chamber Seeking Small Business of the Year Nominees
There is still time for you to nominate your company, or another deserving company, for the Maryland Small Business of the Year Awards program. The deadline for nominations is April... More»
March 27, 2006
Former Chamber Chairman J. Glenn Beall Jr. Dead at 78
Maryland’s business community lost a great leader last week, as J. Glenn Beall Jr., a former U.S. Senator and former Maryland Chamber Chairman, passed away at age 78. Beall was... More»
February 16, 2006
Chamber Urges Committee to Amend Security Breach Bill
During yesterday’s House Economic Matters Committee hearing on HB 630, Consumer Protection – Personal Information Protection Act, the committee saw a first hand example of how most identity theft occurs.... More»
January 30, 2006
Calling All Small Businesses
Does your company have what it takes to be the Small Business of the Year? Nominate your business, or another deserving business, today. The Maryland Small Business of the Year... More»
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