Don't miss the 16th annual Business Expo, the most anticipated networking event of the year!
Tuesday, September 27
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
194 Thomas Johnson Dr., Frederick
The Expo is free and open to the public. Attendee pre-registration is now open! Click here for a list of exhibitors and sponsors, schedule of events, seminar descriptions, and more.
Volunteer at the Expo!
Our largest annual event would not be possible without help from Chamber member volunteers. Sign up to help us stuff attendee bags on September 21, or assist as a greeter or parking volunteer on the day of the event! Email Jessica at jhibbard@frederickchamber.org to add your name to the volunteer list, and we'll send information via email early next week.
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The Chamber Page
This week's email update, and the September 2011 edition of The Chamber Page are brought to you by the following members:
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AAA Car Care Insurance Travel Center -- Trustworthy staff, ASE certified technicians, routine mainenance, comprehensive repairs. For more information, call 240.397.7414.
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Dance Unlimited -- 4 large dance studios, 100-seat theatre, study lounge, playroom, and more. For class list and descriptions, call 301.662.3722.
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Frederick County Bank -- As a business owner, you face many challenges. At FCB, your banking relationship won’t be one of them. For more information, call 301.620.1400.
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TransIT Services of Frederick County -- Let TransIT help your employees get to work. Transportation alternatives, management programs, and tax credits are available. For more information, call 301.600.2065.
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Top Quality Janitorial Services -- Free estimates available. For more information, call 301.846.0049.
Chamber Page advertising is SOLD OUT through October 2011. Contact Kelly Beach for information about marketing packages that include print, online, and email advertising: 301.662.8493 or kbeach@frederickchamber.org.
Business Health Awards
The Chamber is pleased to co-sponsor the 2nd Annual Business Health Awards, presented by the FMH Development Council Business & Industry Committee, recognizing Extraordinary Commitment to Health and Wellness in the Workplace.
Award applications are due on November 2, with recipients recognized at a special reception on November 16. Click here for more info.
Business Recycling Awards
10/5 -- Free Lunch & Learn Workshop on Business Recycling
If you’ve considered recycling but haven’t been sure how, why, or when to start, this event is for you! Regional experts and local business owners will share tips on successful recycling programs.
Presentations will cover how to set up an individual program or a recycling cooperative involving multiple organizations, what to look for when hiring a hauler, how to train staff and provide outreach to customers. Local waste haulers will be on hand to discuss your recycling needs one-on-one.
This free, day-long seminar is co-sponsored by the Chamber and includes lunch. Advance registration required. Click here for more info.
10/12 -- Deadline to apply for Business Recycling Awards
The Frederick County Business Recycling & Waste Reduction Awards program was created by the Department of Solid Waste Management, in cooperation with the City of Frederick Office of Economic Development, the Downtown Frederick Partnership, the Frederick Chamber of Commerce and the County Office of Economic Development.
The awards recognize the innovative steps that forward-thinking businesses are taking to waste less of our community's resources. Any business using reduce-reuse-recycle strategies is eligible to apply.
Winners will receive a plaque from the Board of County Commissioners and be given promotion in a large-format newspaper ad as well as other media coverage. Click here for more info.
Grand Openings
Help your fellow Chamber Members celebrate a new business, new location, new ownership, or expansion!
Saturday, September 17
25 Year Anniversary & Presentation of Proclamations
20 N East St, Frederick
More info: Anne Goodwin, 301.663.9295
Thursday, September 22
The Callos Companies
Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 p.m. (Open House 4:30 to 6 p.m.)
43 E South St, Frederick
More info: Carla Goodwin, 301.696.1430
Thursday, September 29
Frederick Medical Supplies
Ribbon Cutting at 4 p.m.
179B Thomas Johnson Dr, Frederick
More info: Lauren Myrick, 301.378.226
Our Weekly Email Updates
1st & 3rd Week: Community & Member News
2nd Week: The Chamber Page & Chamber news
4th/5th Week: Next month's programs & events
Chamber Members: Please use this online form to submit your news for publication in our weekly email updates.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
To register, call 301.662.4164 x1 or visit frederickchamber.org. Members must login to access discounted pricing and members-only events. RSVP is required for all events. Payment is due at time of registration. Your reservation is not confirmed until payment is received.
Click here to view all upcoming events
Friday, September 16
Tuesday, September 20
Tuesday, September 27
Current gallery exhibit:
Instant film photography by Chamber staff member Jessica Hibbard on display at the Chamber office through the end of October.
Find events from other area nonprofit organizations on the Frederick Community Calendar.
CONNECT ONLINE!
Make connections with Chamber members and staff online:
Follow @fredcochamber on Twitter
LinkedIn group (members only)
LinkedIn company profile
Watch Chamber TV on YouTube, follow the Chamber TV blog on Tumblr, and connect with Chamber TV on Facebook.
Follow @fredgenconnect on Twitter, and connect with Generation Connect on Facebook.
Submit your story and read what others are sharing on our community blog! Visit PositivelyFrederick.org.
CHAMBER NEWS
Click here for an archive of email updates, PDFs of The Chamber Page, links to recent media coverage, and more.
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