Celebrate National Piña Colada Day With HCCMC and Interfaith Works

Thursday, July 10 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Interfaith Works Headquarters

981 Rollins Ave., Rockville, MD 20852

Enjoy piña coladas on us... and more!

General Admission: $35 (two for $60)

HCCMC Members: RSVP Here

Capital For Growth

How To Fund and Plan Your Next Big Move

Thursday, July 15 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Virtual, Via Zoom

HCCMC Welcomes Dr. Sonia

Pruneda-Hernandez to the Board of Directors as Montgomery College's New Representative

Dr. Pruneda-Hernandez is a distinguished academic leader with nearly two decades of experience in student success, curriculum innovation, and workforce development. She currently serves as Director of Curriculum Innovation and Alternative Pathways at Montgomery College, leading efforts to expand access through credit for prior learning and alternative models. Since joining the college in 2005, she has held several leadership roles and secured over $2 million in grant funding to remove financial barriers and modernize educational pathways. A recognized expert in aligning credit and noncredit programs with workforce needs, she is also a key leader in regional initiatives and community partnerships. 

Her contributions have earned numerous honors, including the AACC Distinguished Faculty designation and the ACCT Northeast Region Faculty Member Award.

Tech AI Amplified: Small Business Summit 2025 Recap

HCCMC was proud to co-host this incredible event alongside our partners at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Prince George's County, the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, and the Maryland Tech Council. The room was filled with energy—entrepreneurs, technologists, elected leaders, and community advocates all came together with one goal: to grow a thriving, inclusive AI-driven local economy.

From discussions on responsible AI adoption and workforce upskilling to real-world insights on commercialization and policy, the conversations were as candid as they were inspiring. Small businesses play a vital role in bringing innovation to life, and this summit showcased just how powerful that impact can be.

Thank you to all the speakers, attendees, and partners who made this summit a success. The momentum is real—and we’re just getting started. Let’s keep building the future together!

Ron Cihuatán Presentation at the Embassy of El Salvador

A Journey into the Flavors and Spirit of Ron Cihuatán 🇸🇻🥃

What a unique experience at the Embassy of El Salvador, where we had the pleasure of discovering Ron Cihuatán, the only rum distilled in El Salvador. This premium spirit is more than a drink—it's a tribute to heritage, with flavors and label designs inspired by the ancient Cihuatán tribe, a group of Mayans who once thrived in the northern region of the country.

A special highlight of the evening was meeting Gabriela Ayala, the talented master blender behind Ron Cihuatán, who has led the blending process since its inception in 2004. Though the brand was founded over two decades ago, its first bottle reached the public in 2015—an impressive journey of patience, craftsmanship, and pride.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ambassador Milena Mayorga for the invitation and warm hospitality. We’re excited to see Ron Cihuatán make its way into the hearts (and glasses) of rum lovers across the DMV!

¡Salud y éxitos! 🥃

Help Improve Transportation in Montgomery County

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The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is conducting its County Travel Survey to learn about how you commute to work and travel in Montgomery County. Please take a moment to complete this survey and encourage your friends, employees, and coworkers to respond. Their input will help shape better commuting options and transportation services for our community.

Let’s make it count—strong participation means better solutions for everyone!

The City of Rockville Is Hiring!

Interested in local jobs? join a talented and diverse 550+ staff dedicated to making the City of Rockville a great place to live and work!

Available positions include:

• Principal Civil Engineers
• Senior Fire Codes Inspector
• Emergency Manager
• Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
• Safety Program Manager
• And more!

Click on the button below to learn more and apply.

We extend our thanks to our amazing Gold and Silver members for their unwavering support of our mission. It is through their generous contributions that we can continue making a positive impact in Montgomery County and Maryland.

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