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The Mission of the Kent County Chamber of Commerce is to serve, represent and be the leading advocate for the business interests of its membership in ways that enhance the environment of the business community and quality of life and well being of residents and visitors.
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Chamber Events
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Chamber Board Meeting
10/13/11 Business-After-Hours Oktoberfest Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
10/20/11 SCORE Workshop Introduction to QuickBooks 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Kent County Public Library
11/10/11
Business-After Hours
Champion Realty
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
December Chamber Holiday Gala Date TBD |
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LEADERSHIP
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EXECUTIVE BOARD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LORETTA LODGE
PRESIDENT
DOUG CAMP
The Investor's Friend
TREASURER
DIANE BRANDT
CNB Bank
PAST PRESIDENT
KEN COLLINS
WCTR Broadcasting, LLC
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
REBECCA BLIZZARD
Eastern Shore Tents & Events
DAVID BOWMAN
PNC Bank
BOB GREENWALD
East Coast Storage
JON HANLEY
Hanleyman Services, LLC
JIM RICH
Inn at Huntingfield Creek
JIM ROSS
Chester River Health System
BILL RUCKELSHAUS
Coldwell Banker Chesapeake Real Estate
JAY SILCOX
David A. Bramble, Inc.
KATIE WARRINGTON
Horizon Organic Dairy
DAVID WHEELAN
The Chestertown Spy
LANSING WILLIAMS
Washington College
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From the Executive Director
Dear Chamber Members,
I would like to begin by thanking Jason and Amber Smucker of JLS Designs and Chester River Docks, and Dawn Stutton and the staff of the Rock Hall Yacht Club for hosting our Business-After-Hours on September 22 at the Rock Hall Yacht Club. We had a good turn-out and it was nice to see some of the Rock Hall business owners and meet some new contacts. JLS Designs and Chester River Docks did a great job organizing the event and the Rock Hall Yacht Club put out quite a spread for us. Everything was wonderful! Thank you!!
Please be sure to join us for our October Business-After-Hours Oktoberfest hosted by the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites this Thursday, October 13 from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. at 150 Scheeler Road in Chestertown. They have promised authentic German fare along with a taste of German beers.
On Thursday, November 10, Champion Realty will be hosting our monthly Business-After-Hours gathering at 1002 Washington Avenue in Chestertown.
If you have not attended one of these functions, these are great opportunities to come out and network with other business members and individuals. So if you're looking to get your business name out there and meet some fellow Chamber members, please be sure to join us and don't forget your business cards!
Lastly, the holidays will be upon us before you know it. We will be hosting a Holiday Gala in December and our annual Excellence in Business Awards in January. Look for details of both of these events along with nomination ballots for the Business Awards, coming to your mailbox soon.
In the meantime, enjoy this great fall weather and as always, thank you for being a member of the Kent County Chamber of Commerce, we appreciate your support.
Loretta Loretta
Loretta M. Lodge
Executive Director
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Welcome New Members
The following businesses have recently made an important investment in their future and a significant commitment to the community by joining the
Kent County Chamber of Commerce.
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Delmarva Crawl Space, a division of Chesapeake Family Flooring, specializes in the installation of energy saving moisture control and radiant insulation systems. We strive to be "Green" in all of our endeavors; from the products and systems we install, the personal environmentally friendly habits of our employees, to the way we do business on a daily basis. Located in historic Chestertown, Maryland we serve the Eastern Shore of Maryland, the Annapolis area and all of Delaware.
Our VISION is to reduce the Carbon Footprint of the people we serve by lowering the energy requirements of the structures where they live, work and play.
Our Mission is to provide cost effective, scientifically sound, state of the art solutions to buildings that waste energy and have indoor air quality and moisture problems including mold, mildew and wood rot.
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Your home's exterior is a representation of your family, so you want it to be as unique as your personality. Keep your lawn and garden looking its best with Owings Irrigation & Lighting LLC.
We specialize in water and energy-efficient systems that can help you save money while you save time on upkeep and maintenance. For your convenience, we provide 24-hour emergency service and are licensed, bonded, and insured. We have comprehensive warranties available on many of our products and serve both residential and commercial clients.
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ProTemps Staffing Solutions
8133 Elliott Road
Suite 5
Easton, MD 21601
800.787.4648 Phone | 410.822.5538
dstover@protempsstaffing.com
www.protempsstaffing.com
ProTemps has been matching the skills of qualified candidates to the needs of employers since 1979. Save time and increase your productivity and cost effectiveness. Try before you hire (Evaluation Hire).
Administrative/Professional/General Labor
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Radcliffe Creek School
201 Talbot Boulevard
Chestertown, MD 21620
410.778-8150 Phone | 410.778-8176Fax
info@radcliffecreekschool.org
www.info@radcliffecreekschool.org
Radcliffe Creek School is an independent day school for children ages 5 - 14 years of age who have a diagnosed learning disability or some other learning concern and who also have average to above-average intelligence.
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Please join us in welcoming our newest
Chamber members!
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Chamber Events
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Kent County Chamber of Commerce
Board Meeting
Thursday, September 13, 2011
12:00 P.M.
Chamber Office, 122 N. Cross Street, Chestertown
The meeting is open to all members. Please contact Loretta at 410/810-2968 or kentchamber@verizon.net if you plan on attending.
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Business-After-Hours
Please Join Us!
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Don't forget your business cards!
Date: October 13th, 2011
Time: 5:00PM-7:00PM
Location: Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Chestertown, MD
We would like to thank the following businesses for their gracious donations:
C-Town Liquors, Blue Bird Tavern, Molly's Place, Chestertown Natural Foods, Pips Liquor, Gabriel's of Chestertown, Anthony's Flowers & Landscaping, Flower Child, and Salon.
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An Introduction to QuickBooks© Learn how to keep your financial data up-to-date with America's most popular bookkeeping system for small businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Thisthree-hour introduction to QuickBooks will feature Heather Tinelli, a principal of Shore Accountants in Queen Anne's County and a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor.  Heather will demonstrate how QuickBooks can help save you money, enhance your financial management skills and improve your financial "peace of mind." Whether you are new to QuickBooks or an experienced user, you will appreciate Heather's insights and responsiveness to your questions. This workshop is free and open to all who register. If you wish to explore QuickBooks in more detail after this workshop, Heather will offer follow-up training at a nominal fee. When: Thursday, October 20th. 1:30 p.m. till 4:30 p.m. Where: Kent County Public Library 408 High St., Chestertown, MD. Please register: Call SCORE at 410-810-2969 or email the Kent County Chamber of Commerce at kentchamber@verizon.net
Sponsored by:
The Chamber of Commerce of Kent County, the
Chamber of Commerce of Queen Anne's County,
the Queen Anne's County Department of
Economic Development and Tourism, and the
Kent County Department of Tourism and
Economic Development.
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Chamber Member News & Events
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Press Release September 28, 2011
Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services Announces Launch of New Website
Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services launched a new website in order to reach out to potential clients. The website lists all services offered by our company, including our latest addition of Virtual Office Assistance!
In today's economy, many business owners are scaling back on operating expenses, particularly office assistance. Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services offers Virtual Office Assistance to owners who need to keep business running smoothly, but do not have the time to devote to administrative work while conducting business.
To live up to the expectations of our existing clients, and to meet the needs of new clients, Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services offers several services to assist business owners with many facets of company operation.
The main features of our company include:
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Processing
- Virtual Office Assistance
- Budgeting Strategies
- New Business Support
- Data Analysis
- Tutoring in Bookkeeping, Company Daily Operations, Various Programs
- Consulting on Bookkeeping Issues
- Year End Closings
- W-2 and 1099 Service
The services offered by Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services are based on years of experience with businesses of all sizes. Our existing clients have found our variety of services a wise investment in their business in these times.
Please visit our website at www.alexiscareybookkeeping.com.
We look forward to meeting our new clients!
Sincerely,
Alexis Carey, Owner
Alexis Carey Bookkeeping and Payroll Services
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Lee Hatfield presents MAR Rookie Realtor award to Cindy Genther
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Cindy Genther Named Maryland Rookie REALTOR(R) of the Year
The Maryland Association of REALTORS(R) (MAR) named Cindy Genther their 2011 Rookie REALTOR(R) of the Year at the annual MAR Conference on September 12, 2011. Genther is a sales agent with Rock Hall Properties Real Estate and received the award from a field of 15 agents who were nominated by local REALTOR(R) boards across the state. Rookie REALTORS have less than five years of active sales experience in the field of Real Estate.
At the award presentation, MAR Rookie REALTOR Advisory Group Chair, Lee Hatfield noted that in the 12 months ending in June 2011, Genther had completed 16 real estate transactions, taken more than 50 hours of continuing education (including Graduate Real Estate Institute), and is on the Board of Directors of the Bay Area Association of REALTORS. He stated that Cindy is also a member of the Business Advisory Board of the Washington College Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) Team, and she is active in the Greater Rock Hall Business Association and Kent County Chamber of Commerce.
Cindy has been a sales agent at Rock Hall Properties Real Estate since it opened in November 2009. The brokerage offers real estate sales and property management services in Kent County Maryland and is a subsidiary of The Flynn Company of Philadelphia, PA.
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IN THE NEWS
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AROUND THE STATE
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A Note from the Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Roscoe Bartlett's district changed considerably to contain parts of Montgomery County - there is a 7 day public comment period. The plan has to be approved by the General Assembly during the upcoming Special Session. Here's a synopsis from today's Daily Record http://thedailyrecord.com/2011/10/04/panel-approves-proposed-redistricting-map/
(sent to all members of the board and to the Chamber Action Network)
Kathy Snyder, CCE, President/CEO
Maryland Chamber of Commerce
60 West Street, Suite 100
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 269-0642 x130
(301) 216-2858 x130
Fax (410) 269-5247
ksnyder@mdchamber.org
www.mdchamber.org
Learn more about Maryland's economic competitiveness and top legislative and regulatory issues at our Annual Business Policy Conference to be held at the Cambridge Hyatt Nov. 2-3. Early bird pricing until September 30! http://www.mdchamber.org/events/bpc/ See details below.
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November 2-3
Business Policy Conference
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina
100 Heron Blvd. at Rout 50
Cambridge, MD 21613
Attend this event to learn more about important public policy issues and network with hundreds of Maryland business leaders. This year's conference will focus on economic competitiveness, transportation funding, health care, immigration law, environmental sustainability, and more.
M&T Bank Regional Economist Gary Keith will be back to open the conference with his presentation on Maryland's competitiveness (here is his 2010 presentation) . There will also be a session featuring CEOs from different industries giving their perspectives on Maryland's economy, and the Maryland General Assembly's presiding officers and minority leaders are confirmed for breakfast on November 3. Howard County Executive Ken Ulman will provide the local government perspective on the state's budget and transportation funding debates. In addition, we are organizing a panel discussion that will bring together representatives from business, government and the news media to discuss how social media and open government initiatives are changing how we stay informed during the legislative session.
Speakers include:
- Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller (D-Dist. 27)
- House Speaker Michael Busch (D-Dist. 30)
- Senate Minority Leader Nancy Jacobs (R-Dist. 34)
- House Minority Leader Tony O'Donnell (R-Dist. 29C)
- Sen. Rob Garagiola (D-Dist. 15)
- Del. Heather Mizeur (D-Dist. 20)
- Sheela Murthy, President of Murthy Law Firm
- Nathan Biel, President, KCI Technologies
- James Cornelsen, President & CEO of Old Line Bank
- Carolyn Quattrocki, Executive Director, Governor's Office of Health Care Reform
- Amy M. Nice, Executive Director, Immigration Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- Tom Hood, CPA, Executive Director & CEO, Maryland Association of CPAs
- Many More
View the working agenda.
Register Today
Conference registration is $325 for Maryland Chamber members. The nonmember rate is $425. Register online or contact Kristen Solis at (410) 269-0642, (301) 261-2858 or ksolis@mdchamber.org.
Accommodations - Reservation Deadline is October 10
Overnight accommodations should be made directly with Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. Click here or call 1-888-421-1442. Reserve by October 10 to receive the Maryland Chamber block rate - $189 single or double, plus $18 resort fee and taxes.
Payment, Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Member rate applies to all employees of Maryland Chamber member companies.
- Payment must accompany registration by October 26, 2011.
- Cancellations received after October 26, 2011 are non-refundable.
If you have dietary or accessibility needs, please contact Kristen Solis at (410) 269-0642, (301) 261-2858 or ksolis@mdchamber.org.
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Chamber Information
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- E-Blasts - Broadcast E-Mail Service Now Available!
The Chamber now offers an E-Blast service to all of our members. In an effort to help you build your business and get your message out efficiently and cost effectively, the Chamber office will send an email specifically on your behalf to all Chamber members and non-members who have signed up for our mailing list. This is an excellent way to announce new products, services or events. As a Chamber member, you can take advantage of this service at a very reasonable cost of $25. Please contact the Chamber office for further details.
- SCORE (Senior Core of Retired Executives)
Invites retired executives to become counselors for new and existing local businesses. Contact Bart Stolp at SCORE to get more information: bartstolp@gmail.com
- Help Us Help You. Keep Your Business Information Current!
Please remember to contact Loretta in the Chamber office if you have any changes or updates to your business contact information. We want to keep all of our members' information current.
- Member-To-Member Benefit Program
This program allows any Chamber member to offer discounts on their products and services to other Chamber members and their employees. Even if you do not offer a discount to fellow members, as a Chamber member, you may take advantage of the discounts offered by other members.
Don't miss out! Sign up for this program today.
Call Loretta at 410/810-2968 or email at kentchamber@verizon.net
The following businesses are participating members.
Please support these businesses!
Salon (be sure to bring your business card)
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