2019-2020
Board of Directors
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Executive Committee
Beth Creek
Vice Chair
Jason Lim
Past Chair
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Malini Ganvir
Ryan Geracimos
John Gonzalez
Josh Huegel
John Mettee, IV
Sharon Pelham
Gianluca Santinelli
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2020 Legislative Priorities Online Survey
It takes just a few minutes!
Chamber members are asked to share your concerns/interests on the topics that will be discussed at the local, state and federal levels during 2020.
This information is critical to the Cecil County Chamber
Government Relations Committee to ensure that we are properly representing
Chamber members' priorities and concerns.
The survey can be found on the
Chamber's website homepage
upper right corner. Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey and submit your thoughts.
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The Chamber wants to give a big shout out to all our Chamber Champions who support the Chamber and also promote their own businesses.
These are the people dedicated to attending and helping out at as many events as they can, greeting others, and introducing guests to members. Our Chamber Champions are volunteers from the community that act as public relations liaisons at networking and social events sponsored by the Chamber, they help recruit and retain members, and provide guidance as to how new members can fully utilize the value of their membership, all the while promoting their own businesses.
| Mike Bailey |
SERVPRO of Cecil County |
| Helene Breza |
Eastern Shore Bookkeeping |
| Rick Carter |
Delmarva Craft |
| Nick Cusmano |
Colonial Life |
| Stephanie DelGrippo |
Crothers Insurance |
| Sara Eddy |
Bay Country Associates |
| Joanne Edwards |
Elkton Smiles/Kevin Myint, DDS |
| Kelly Fields |
O'Leigh Cosmetic Center |
| Theresa Giordano |
M&T Bank |
| John Gonzalez |
Landmark Engineering |
| Rachel Gray |
Juice Plus |
| Tom Hogate |
Veterans Outreach Ministries |
| Ann Hovatter |
Metro Merchant Services |
| Gail Jusiewicz |
Tastefully Simple |
| Mike Lockwood |
American Energy Corp |
| Peter Kamenik |
Kamenik Enterprises |
| Cliff Madsen |
Delmarva Power Energy Savings for Bs Prog |
| Tim Marshall |
Principal Financial Group |
| Anna Monreal |
ServiceMaster Quality Clean |
| Dan Schewe |
Metro Merchant Services |
| John Slater |
Body Force Fitness |
| Cecelia Tavenner |
Northeast Metro Woman |
| Heather Uzdilla |
Armstrong |
Do you see the value in promoting your business as a Chamber Champion?
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Join us in welcoming all the new Chamber members!
(Referred to by Jason Lim, Edward Jones
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(Referred to by Rob Massimiano,
Tidewater Tattoo)
Know someone who could benefit by becoming a Chamber members?
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 Please stop by the Chamber office lobby and make sure we have current business cards and any informational material you would like us to share. We often have people stop and peruse our business cards and take them. We want to make sure all our members are represented in our lobby! Thank YOU!
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Upcoming Events at a Glance - see detailed listings below!
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Click on event name to register!
Business Card Exchange
Tuesday, November 19, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Rise 'N Grind Cafe, Rising Sun
Chamber 101
Wednesday, November 20, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Chamber office, Elkton
Monday, December 2, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Chamber office, Elkton
Wednesday, December 4, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Susquehanna Workforce Network, Elkton
Lunch & Learn - The Importance of Strategic Planning
Friday, December 6, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Chamber office, Elkton
Friday, December 6 - Thursday, December 12
Cecil County Arts Council, Elkton
at Wonderland of Wreaths
Thursday, December 12, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cecil County Arts Council, Elkton
Wednesday, December 11, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Chamber office, Elkton
Thursday, January 9, 2020
Click here to sign up for alerts of upcoming events!
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Advertise in the Next Issue of Chamber e-News
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Business Card Exchange at Rise 'N Grind Cafe
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Tuesday, November 19, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Rise 'N Grind Cafe, Rising Sun
Please join us at this "trendy cafe where it's not just about coffee. It's about changing lives, bringing more to the community
and making last relationships!"
This event is free to members, however
to ensure an accurate headcount.
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NEW DATE!
Wednesday, November 20, 9:00 AM - 10:
30 AM
Cecil County Chamber Office, Elkton
Want to know what's new at the Chamber?
Are you a new Chamber member?
Do you have a new employee?
Join us for the next Chamber 101!
It's a chance to meet the Chamber team, learn more about how to put the Chamber to work for you and your business, and, of course, network with others!
Open to all new members, long-time members and future members!
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Direct Sales/Network Marketing Roundtable
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Monday, December 2, 10:00 AM - 12:
00 PM
Cecil County Chamber Office, Elkton
A FREE informational meeting for serious-minded
direct sales/network marketing professionals.
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Wednesday, December 4, 3:00 PM - 4:
30 PM
Susquehanna Workforce Network, Elkton
A FREE informational meeting for serious-minded
direct sales/network marketing professionals.
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Lunch & Learn: The Importance of Strategic Planning
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Friday, December 6, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Chamber office, Elkton
Topic: The Importance of Strategic Planning
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Workshop: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
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Wednesday, December 11, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Chamber office, Elkton
Topic: Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
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2nd Annual Wonderland of Wreaths
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Friday, December 6 - Thursday, December 12
presented by
the Cecil County Arts Council
and the Cecil County Chamber of Commerce
Proceeds will support the programs of both organizations.
There will be special events, awards, sponsorship opportunities and much more!
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Holiday Business Card Exchange
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Thursday, December 12
, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cecil County Arts Council
, Elkton
Join us to celebrate the holidays at the finale of
Wonderland of Wreaths!
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Save the Date! Cecil Night in Annapolis
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Thursday, January 9, 2020
NEW location this year!
Miller Senate Building
President's Conference Center West
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Calling Chamber Champions!
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Are YOU a Chamber Champion?
Who are they?
The Party People, The Fun Crowd, The Welcome Crew! The Folks in the know, the Smart Salespeople, The eyes, ears, arms and legs of the Chamber!
Why do they do it?
For networking and professional relationships, to make new business connections, for recognition, and because they believe in the value of the Chamber and want to share that value with the community.
What do they do?
They make everyone feel welcome, they introduce guests to members, they attend and help out at events, they help with member outreach.
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Chamber - CQI Energy Cooperative
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CQI Associates Offers Budget Stability for Businesses
Commercial Energy CO-OP
When commercial energy purchasing was deregulated in Maryland in 2002, the Cecil County Chamber partnered with CQI Associates to establish a Commercial Energy Purchasing Cooperative for its members. Since then, the Cecil County Chamber of Commerce - CQI Energy Cooperative has helped hundreds of area businesses realize long-term budget stability.
Benefits of the Cecil County Chamber Commercial Energy Cooperative:
* Increased Purchasing Power in procuring electric and natural gas at competitive rates to businesses
* Eliminates the need to 'go through it alone'
* Historically, the average co-op member saves about the equivalent of their July electrical bill and/or their February natural gas bill. When compared to utility S.O.S. rates
* Budget Stability (no more 'roller coaster costs') by offering Fixed Rate energy supply costs
* Assistance in being proactive in fulfilling energy buying needs
* We offer the opportunity for businesses to share in the valuable energy expertise that the cooperative provides.
This program offers FREE informational seminars and webinars about energy deregulation and valuable insight into energy procurement options. CQI manages the member education and bid phases of the program, oversees the transition of the members' energy accounts, and offers continuing technical expertise to members throughout the term of the energy contracts.
Learn how your business can benefit from joining the Cecil County Chamber of Commerce - CQI Commercial Energy Purchasing Cooperative by visiting www.cqiassociates.com or calling 443-472-3870 for more information.
Residential Energy CO-OP
In addition to commercial energy procurement, CQI Associates is also a leader in the Chamber's
Residential Energy Purchasing Cooperative. CQI offers competitive fixed supply rates to the Chamber's residential energy cooperative members. To learn more or to sign up, go to
www.cqiassociates.com/residential.
When signing up, please designate the Cecil County Chamber of Commerce.
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Chamber Members Doing Business with Chamber Members!
Hot Deals generate traffic to your business!
Business Holiday/End of Year Gifts
Member to Member Special
Reach Northeastern Maryland's Affluent Adult Audience.
WHGM Gold is offering a special deal for Cecil County Chamber of Commerce Members to reach Northeastern Maryland just in time for Holiday shopping.
Sign up for alerts when new offers post!
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Spreading the News through our Members' Newsletters
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Many of our members produce periodic newsletters filled with useful information.
Click on the links below to see full versions. If you like what you see,
subscribe
to their online publications-just one example of
members
supporting
members!
Take a look at the following Members' newsletters!
If you would like to share your business newsletter,
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Share Your Business News!
You are invited to submit a FREE announcement about your business for each issue of Chamber e-News. The content of your message should be about something that's happening in your business, an announcement about an employee, an award that your business has won, etc. This space is not intended to be used for advertising. Please limit your message to 100 words or fewer. It's a great way to get your business noticed! Please note that your article may be edited for spelling, grammatical errors and/or length. Photos are welcomed. Submit your announcement to Katie at klewis@cecilchamber.com.
Chamber e-News is published every other Monday.
Publication deadlines are as follows:
Deadline: Published
Wed 11/20 Mon 12/2
Wed 12/4 Mon 12/16
Post business notices on your
FREE Member Page on the Chamber website!
Post your public events on the Chamber's Community Calendar
here!
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Self-employed and in need of health insurance beginning January 1, 2020?
Armstrong conducted the second annual Avenge Hunger Month during September and nearly 220 community feeding programs received resources to help with their mission to fight food insecurity. Avenge Hunger month generated the following resources: 41,616 pounds of food, $12,264 in monetary donations and 93 hours in volunteer time. Read more.
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2019 Avenge Hunger Month Helps Feed Hungry Families
Armstrong conducted the second annual Avenge Hunger Month during September and nearly 220 community feeding programs received resources to help with their mission to fight food insecurity. Avenge Hunger month generated the following resources: 41,616 pounds of food, $12,264 in monetary donations and 93 hours in volunteer time. Read more.
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Member-to-Member Specials
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Looking for Bids?
The Chamber's
no-cost online Request For Proposal Service is for government agencies, businesses and individuals who want to do business with Chamber members.
Click here.
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Dental Discount Plan
Exclusively for Our Members, Their Employees
and Immediate Family Members
Plan is for patients
without Dental Insurance
No cost for Cecil County Chamber of Commerce members to participate
Chamber members, their employees and immediate family members are eligible
To schedule an appointment, call 410-398-9500
Discount(s) provided at time of service
Plan can be used as often as necessary with no restrictions
For questions, or to sign up for the Dental Discount Program, contact
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Chamber Members:
- Get pre-pay discounts of up to 25% on Email Marketing, Online Survey, and Event Marketing tools.
- Members who already have a Constant Contact account are also eligible for the discount program...click below to get started!
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of Cecil County print and online customers.
Inquire about
Cecil County
Chamber
member-only rates
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