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GBCC Chamber Watch
November 4, 2025
| | RESERVE YOUR LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION TICKETS NOW - EARLY BIRD RATES FLY AWAY TOMORROW! | | |
Be at the Center of Influence — Join the Legislative Reception
EARLY BIRD RATES END TOMORROW!!
Don’t miss your chance to connect directly with local elected officials and community leaders shaping our region’s future. As the Chamber unveils our 2026 legislative priorities, you’ll gain insider insight, make your voice heard, and build relationships that matter.
This isn’t just another networking event — it’s your opportunity to be part of the conversation that drives real impact.
Reserve your ticket today and help shape the future of our community.
| | "OFF THE CLOCK" NETWORKING HAPPY HOUR | | |
Join us for our monthly "Off the Clock" Networking Happy Hour
***SPECIAL DATE***
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
5:30 - 7:00pm
hosted by
Silver
7150 Woodmont Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20815
Appetizers provided by our hosts
~cash bar~
Register Early for your ON-LINE REGISTRATION ADVANTAGE:
Member-Registration: $15 online / $20 at the door
Non-Member Registration: $20 online / $25 at the door
On-line registration closes at 2:00 pm on November 12 or when we reach maximum capacity - REGISTER EARLY, THIS "OFF THE CLOCK" WILL SELL OUT!
Not a GBCC member, but interested in learning what GBCC is all about?
Non-members are welcome to attend up to 2 GBCC events or committee meetings
prior to joining!
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Be Seen. Be Celebrated.
Be Part of 100 Years of Business Leadership!
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As a valued member of the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce, you’re at the heart of everything we do, and 2026 marks a milestone year for all of us.
All 2026 sponsorship opportunities are now available, with event dates set for a year filled with connection, celebration, and community impact.
This is your opportunity to showcase your business, strengthen your visibility, and celebrate a century of Chamber leadership and advocacy alongside your fellow members.
Mark your calendars for events you won’t want to miss and secure your 2026 sponsorship today to ensure your place in this historic year.
Together, we’ll honor our past, celebrate our present, and build an even stronger future for Bethesda business.
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The Greater Bethesda Chamber is proud to partner with the 2nd District Police Department, Bethesda Urban Partnership, BCC Regional Services, Nourishing Bethesda, and MC Partners for Animal Well-Being in the Let’s Feed Our Neighbors Campaign—an urgent effort to respond to one of the greatest food insecurity needs our community has ever faced.
How You Can Help:
Donation boxes are now located in selected Downtown Bethesda locations—and we need your help to stuff them full!
Prefer to donate financially?
You can contribute via the Chamber’s VENMO Account. Please write “Food Drive” in the box. Every dollar and every item collected will go directly to Nourishing Bethesda to support families in need through the holidays and beyond.
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PLEASE REGISTER IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND COMMITTEE MEETINGS.
IF YOU ARE REGISTERED, YOU WILL RECEIVE A MEETING REMINDER AND ANY OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE UPCOMING MEETING.
THANK YOU!
Not a GBCC member, but interested in learning what GBCC is all about?
Participation in GBCC events or committee meetings is a member benefit, however, non-members are welcome to attend up to 2 GBCC offerings
prior to joining!
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Senior Market Group (SMG)
Speaker: Suzanne Scheer, The Meakem Group
Date: Tuesday, November 11
Time: 9:00 am
Register
Health & Wellness Committee
(EXCLUSIVE for clinicians, therapists, and practitioners providing direct patient/client care)
Date: Thursday, November 13
Time: 9:00 am
Register
Membership Mentor Committee
WALK-AROUND - Pike District
Date: Tuesday, November 18
Time: 2:00 pm
Register
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Women's Networking Group
Relax & Revive at Revival Lounge
Date: November 20 (special date)
Time: 4:00 pm
Register
Chamber Connect
New and prospective member orientation
Date: November 25
Time: 8:45 am
Register
| | Please join us in welcoming the newest GBCC Members who joined in October! | | |
As we prepare our 2026 printed Membership Directory, please take a moment to confirm your listing is accurate and complete by December 31, 2025. Updated information ensures fellow members—and the broader community—can find and contact you easily in the year ahead.
Review your profile HERE.
If you need assistance with your member portal log in, please contact Carla Young, VP of Membership & Community Relations at
cyoung@greaterbethesdachamber.org.
| | GBCC SMALL BUSINESS SIP-POSIUM | | |
Thank you to everyone who attended the GBCC Small Business Sip-Posium! We were thrilled with the fun, fast-paced and fresh "talk-show" style forum, moderated by GBCC's very own Chair of the Board, Verelyn Gibbs Watson!
We extend our gratitude to Lerch Early Brewer for hosting us in their beautiful office space!
Thank you to our Featured Speakers from: Lerch Early Brewer, Marc Engel , BV Consulting, Melanie McKee; SHS Payroll, Steve Suissa; and Chevy Chase Acura, Sam Weaver. And, thank you to our Spotlight Speakers: Technology Transition Paradigm, Brian Vaughn; Electric Advisors, Russell Lacey; PayClarity, Jason Hetrick; and Selzer Gurvitch, Todd Bornstein.
A very special thank you to Wine Key Experience, Marcelle Folk, Nothing Bundt Cakes Bethesda, Verelyn Gibbs Watson, and Lawson Street Group, Danielle Rozier, for providing spectacular sips, sweets and savories... and a reminder to think of them for your holiday corporate or private events!
| | The NextExecs Group had a Spooktacular time testing their team building and problem-solving skills at Encrypted Escape Bethesda. Congratulations to group Events & Communications Chair, Emma Zanello, for winning the best costume prize with her standout Pirate outfit. Afterwards the group headed to Bacchus of Lebanon for a perfect relax and recap over great food and drinks. | | |
Mobilize Montgomery is an initiative between Montgomery County Government, Maryland Department of Labor, WorkSource Montgomery, Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce, the City of Gaithersburg, Rockville Chamber of Commerce, the Maryland Women’s Business Center and Rockville Economic Development, Inc, as well as other local chambers of commerce, to better support employers and employees affected by the federal government budget cuts.
We recognize the impact of these recent changes on our community. Together, we’re committed to providing resources to help you navigate this challenging time. Whether you’re a business owner, contractor, or employee, explore key resources below on financial assistance, workforce programs, job fairs, and more.
https://mobilize-montgomery.com/
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Not a GBCC member yet? Join today and network with hundreds of businesses, take advantage of resourceful opportunities, and receive discounts on Chamber hosted events.
Contact Carla Young, Vice President of Membership & Community Relations, cyoung@greaterbethesdachamber.org or (301) 652-4900 ext. 200
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Learn more about The Chamber's upcoming events.
| | Thank You to Our 2025 Annual Sponsors | | |
Gold Sponsor
PEPCO an Exelon Company
Silver Sponsors
Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell, P.C. * Suburban Hospital
Bronze Sponsors
Atlantech Online * Chateau Seekers * Chesapeake Public Strategies * Chevy Chase Acura * Chevy Chase Land Company * Donohoe Companies * EagleBank *
First National Bank * Grossberg Company LLP * IdeaFire™ * Jane Fairweather Team *
Lerch, Early & Brewer * Maier & Warner PR * Marriott International * McKay Mortgage * Merchant Services United * Mon Ami Gabi * Montgomery County Green Bank * National Capital Bank *
Porsche Bethesda * Rodgers Consulting * Selzer Gurvitch Rabin Wertheimer & Polott, P.C. *
SHS Payroll, LLC * Streamline Management * Washington Workplace * Weaver * Withum
Partner Sponsors
Bethesda Magazine | Bethesda Today * Bethesda Urban Partnership * DrinkMore Water * Foodies, Farms & Friends * Hyatt Regency Bethesda *
Marriott Bethesda North Hotel & Conference Center * Nothing Bundt Cakes-Bethesda * Print1 * Sandglass Systems
ChamberConnect Sponsor – Your Company?
NextExec Committee Sponsor – BV Consulting
Women’s Networking Group – Vino 301/Wine Concierge and Fogo de Chão
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