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Newsletter | August 2025

Patron Member:

Fichtner Home Exteriors

With over 30 years in business, Fichtner Home Exteriors specializes in roofing, siding, windows, doors and porticos. Delivering high-quality solutions that enhance both aesthetics and functionality supports the values established by founder Tom Fichtner in 1994. [To read more, follow this link.]

Based in central Maryland and serving both builders and homeowners in the greater Annapolis area, Fichtner Services is a contractor for exterior home improvements. For additional information and a link for a FREE ESTIMATE, visit fichtnerservices.com or call 410.519.1900.

Open Board Positions

Volunteers Needed

Join our Leadership Team: Treasurer Needed

GADD is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated volunteer to serve as Treasurer.

The Treasurer is responsible for financial oversight, assists with Strategic Planning and Budgeting, ensures taxes are submitted annually, and maintains financial accountability to the membership.

While this is a vital position, the time commitment is minimal.

Interested or know someone who might be a great fit? Email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com today to learn more.

Calling All Creative Minds: GADD Needs a Marketing Chair

Are you passionate about promotion, creativity, and collaboration? GADD is seeking a dedicated volunteer to serve as our Marketing Chair! This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the charge in promoting our members and the GADD organization through cooperative marketing efforts, business development initiatives, and public relations outreach.

Interested or know someone who might be a great fit? Email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com today to learn more!

August Networking Events

On August 7th GADD members took their networking to the next level!

Enjoying small plates and distinctive cocktails in an exclusive area, we forged connections like never before.

A big shoutout to Level Annapolis for the private space and excellent service.

If you’re a designer, builder, or an affiliate of the industry, GADD is the ideal place for you to network!

The next Monthly Happy Hour & Networking event is scheduled for September 4th at Beacon Waterfront Galley & Bar.

The GADD Monthly Breakfast is a great way to kickstart your day. We gather every third Thursday of the month at the Market House in Annapolis at 7:15a.m.

We are looking for members to sign up to be a presenter at an upcoming monthly breakfast.

Presentations typically last ten minutes or less, followed by a Q&A session that allows attendees to learn more about you.

Please contact our Events Chair, Rachel Hack, at rachel@splashrecruiting.com to sign up or for more details.

The next Monthly Networking Breakfast is scheduled for September 18th.