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Committees are a great way to exchange ideas, develop relationships and learn from business experts. All Chamber members are encouraged to participate.

Committees:

Chamber Ambassadors
Eco Business Task Force
Education
Events
Finance
Human Resources Exchange
Legislative Committee
Professional Development for Non-Profits
Small Business Support
Young Professionals


Development Enhancement Roundtables:

Executive Dialogue
Getting to Know You
Leads Groups

Chamber Ambassadors 
Meetings: First Wednesday of every month at 8 a.m. in the Chamber office.

This elite group is comprised of Chamber members who have actively participated in the Chamber for at least six months. Works to strengthen relationships with new members and increase awareness in the community of the benefits, programs and initiatives of the Chamber.

Committee Chairman: John Lindner
Metlife

Chamber Staff Liaison: Christine Crawford
Vice President

Eco Business Task Force
Meetings: Meets occasionally at 8 a.m. in the Chamber office.

First meeting July 24.

Chamber Staff Liaison: Keith Scott
President/CEO

Education
Meetings: Second Friday of every month at 8 a.m. in the Chamber office

Works to create links between business, education and the community to promote awareness of the education system and its needs. Administers the annual Merit Scholarship program and organizes the annual Teachers’ Awards for Excellence and determines the winners.

Committee Co-Chairwoman: Kara Calder
Baltimore County Public Schools

Committee Co-Chairman: Richard Webb
Atlantic Financial Federal Credit Union

Chamber Staff Liaison: Lauren Taylor
Public Relations and Marketing Manager

Events
Meetings: First Thursday of every month at 8 a.m. in the Chamber office.

Ensures that the needs of members and the purpose and budgetary goals of Chamber events are met through effective event management and planning. Responsible for the Chamber’s holiday party, which contributes to the “Berenbach Education Incentive Fund.”

Committee Chairman: Barry Luciani
Susquehanna Bank

Chamber Staff Liaison: Lauren Taylor Public Relations and Marketing Manager

Finance
Meetings: Once a month

Monitors and makes recommendations on the Chamber’s budget with a major focus on the big picture and future needs to serve our members. The Finance committee reports to the Chamber’s Executive Committee. Members appointed by the Board Chairman.

Committee Chairman: Thomas Berenbach
M&T Bank

Chamber Staff Liaison: Keith Scott
President/CEO

Chamber Staff Liaison: Leslie Graber
Accounting and HR Manager


Human Resource Exchange
Meetings: Second Tuesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. in the Chamber office

Provides forum for discussion on current issues and subjects in human resources, such as hiring, health and safety compensation, training and employee benefits.

Committee Co-Chairwoman: Carol de Groot
Atlantic Financial Federal Credit Union

Committee Co-Chairwoman: Jennifer Quinn
All-Pro Placement Service

Chamber Staff Liaison: Christine Crawford
Vice President

Legislative Committee
Meetings: Third Thursday of every month at 8 a.m. in the Chamber office. During the General Assembly session (January-April) meets every Thursday at 8 a.m.

Provides a voice for business at the state and local level. Activities include preparation of annual Legislative Agenda, meetings with lawmakers and monitoring state and county legislation. The committee reviews proposed legislation and provides research and speakers on key issues.

Committee Chairman: Cliff Ishmael
Strategic H.R.

Chamber Staff Liaison: Keith Scott
President/CEO

Professional Development for Non-Profits
Meetings: Second Wednesday of every month at 8:30 a.m. in the Chamber office

Concentrates on issues pertinent to 501(c)3 organizations within the Chamber.

Committee Co-Chairman: Stephen Morgan
The Arc of Baltimore

Committee Co-Chairwoman: Pam Moss
Patuxent Publishing Co.

Chamber Staff Liaison: Christine Crawford
Vice President

Small Business Support
Meetings: Third Tuesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. in the Chamber’s Towson Office

Concentrates on business with three employees or less. Helps small business owners succeed.

Committee Chairman: Robert J. Wade
1st Mariner Bank

Chamber Staff Liaison: Christine Crawford
Vice President

Young Professionals
Up-and-coming business leaders who work together on creating networking, education, professional development and volunteer opportunities that target the professional novice.

Meeting: On a quarterly basis

Committee Co-Chairwoman: Corrine Hart
Loews Annapolis Hotel

Committee Co-Chairman: Mike Kelly
Kelly Benefits Strategies

Chamber Staff Liaison: Keith Scott
President/CEO

Development Enhancement Roundtables

Executive Dialogue
Connect with area business executives while sharing best practices in business operations and leadership.
Click here to learn more.

Getting to Know You
Get the knowledge you need to maximize your membership in the Chamber.

Leads Groups
Build your business leads and contacts in this dynamic setting.
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