September 2026

Never Forget. Senator Mary Beth Carozza , Amity Aldrich and Kim Shanahan with the owner of the iconic memorial vehicle at the 12th Annual Classic Car, Truck and Jeep Show on August 29th at

Ocean Downs Casino

September

17 - NEW! Group 2 Exclusive Networking Referral Connections Group

October

15 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Community Foundation Eastern Shore

29- Trunk - n - Treat - Businesses to compete for best car decoration/Halloween spirit. Sponsored by Taylor Bank.

November

19 - Business After Hours event @ Farmers Bank of Willards in Ocean City

Welcome New Partners!

WELCOME

Julie Woulfe, Realtor

Let's Get Moving!

I'm excited to assist you, whether you need to sell your home at the beach OR you are ready to buy a cool place at the beach!

I know the Coastal Maryland real estate market very well: I live here, I work here, I play here!

Call or text me today:

443-604-0186

WELCOME

Coastal Pet Collective

We're a collaborative network that connects pet professionals, pet owners and rescue organizations of the MD and DE beaches. We've created a community where pet expertise, services and volunteer efforts come together to mutually support pets, their people and the professionals that care for them.

(443) 373-5551

WELCOME

East Coast Garage Doors

A dedicated local company committed to delivering high-quality garage door installation, repair, and maintenance services. With a focus on craftsmanship and community, we ensure every customer receives personalized attention and dependable solutions for their garage door needs. Our team lives and works in the area, providing trustworthy and timely service you can count on for your home or business garage doors throughout the region.

(410) 949-1252

Chamber Conversations

New episode with

Kathryn Burritt

Sea Tow Delmarva

Past episodes

Bryant Sterling , Sales

i.g. Burton Berlin Auto Group

Bianca Deacon , Shore Thing Promotional Products

Gina Shaffer, Shaffer Law, Providing Elder Law Advice

& Estate planning for all ages.

Donna Frankowski - Realtor

ERA Martin Associates

Shamrock Division

Dan Erb

Bright Title and Settlement

Flounder Tournament Director

Amity Aldrich, Chamber CEO

Partners! Join the conversation—to schedule your time to shine, Contact the Chamber today!

🌟 Spotlight on Our Partners🌟

At the heart of every thriving community are the businesses that serve, support, and connect us. Through our Chamber Conversations series, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible entrepreneurs and organizations that make our area unique.

From family-owned shops to growing enterprises, our partners are more than businesses—they’re neighbors, innovators, and community builders. By supporting them, we strengthen the foundation of our local economy and preserve the character of our town.

Meet Joseph Connell, CEO of Lavahot Marketing Agency. With over 15 years of experience, Joseph has helped thousands of companies across 45 industries generate more than $250 million in revenue by building simple, proven marketing systems that drive consistent growth.

Josephconnell@golavahot.com

Check out Lavahot. Joe works with local and mid-sized businesses across the country

to simplify marketing, reduce wasted effort, and help teams grow with confidence.

Please RSVP by October 8

CHAMBER CONNECTIONS

We are growing! The second exclusive networking group is starting September 17!

Call our office to see if your business category is available.

410-641-5306

August Highlights

Car Show Photo Gallery

HUGE SUCCESS

12th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Jeep Show

Thank you to Bryant Sterling with i.g. Burton Berlin Auto Group

And our sincere gratitude to all of the Chamber Partners supporting the show!

SUPPORT OUR 2026 CAR SHOW SPONSORS

Ad Space in the 2027 Directory

Now is your chance. Email or call the Chamber to reserve your space!

2026 Board of Directors

Donna Frankowski, Chair

ERA Martin/Shamrock Division

Rich Cropper, Vice Chair

Cropper Services, LLC

Bianca Deacon, Secretary

Shore Thing Promotional Products

Kayleigh Yarris, Treasurer

Taylor Bank

Gina Shaffer, Executive Member at Large

Shaffer Law Offices

Dan Erb

Bright Title

Flounder Tournament Director

Stephanie Gamm

Wor-Wic Community College

Melissa Lentz

YOUR Bayside Concierge

Tim Price

Royal Plus

Staff

Kim Shanahan, Manager

Amity Aldrich, CEO

Using ChatGPT Doesn't Mean Your Business Is Using AI

If you’re using ChatGPT to write emails, create social posts, or brainstorm ideas, you’re using an AI tool. But that doesn’t necessarily mean your business is really using AI. The bigger opportunity starts when AI becomes part of how your business actually operates. What happens when a lead comes in after hours? When nobody answers the phone? When someone visits your website at 10 PM? Or when a prospect needs follow-up and your team is busy running the business?

That’s where AI gets interesting. AI can help businesses respond to customers, handle conversations, assist with calls, schedule appointments, automate follow-up, and take repetitive tasks off your team’s plate. It’s not about replacing people. It’s about using technology to make your people and your business more efficient. So maybe the question isn’t, “Are we using AI?” Maybe it’s, “What are we still doing manually that we shouldn’t be?”