Join GSSCC's Networking Extravaganza!

... scheduled from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, at The Fillmore, Silver Spring's most rockin' venue.

Attend with a group of 5+ for discounted tickets! Reserve your space today!

Make + Create + Mix + Mingle

Mark your calendar for GSSCC's February Business-After-Hours scheduled from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24, at Catylator Makerspace (8121 Georgia Avenue, Suite LL1). Mix and mingle, enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks, and learn all about this space where creation happens through design and technology. This event is FREE for members and first-time "future member" attendees. Click here to register now.

Non-Profit Team Workshop Rescheduled to Tuesday, March 1

GSSCC's Non-Profit Team has rescheduled the Maximize Your Impact & Grow the Community Workshop to Tuesday, March 1, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at AFI Silver Theatre & Cultural Center (8633 Colesville Road). Representatives from GSSCC's small, medium, and large businesses and representatives from three non-profit members will discuss how the "real needs" of both organizations can be achieved. Focus will include: effective ways businesses and their employees are involved with non-profits and the types of engagements that work (i.e. time, talent, treasure); how a business and a non-profit can create a solid relationship rather than just a transaction; and how business involvement impacts the greater community and why that involvement is good for businesses. This free workshop is open to all GSSCC members. Register here.

101 New Member Orientation Breakfast

Whether you are a new GSSCC member or a new employee of a long-time member, this FREE breakfast can help put your Chamber membership to work for you! Join us from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2, at Eggspectation (923 Ellsworth Drive). If you missed the January 101 due to snow, here's your second chance! Register here.

Courtyard by Marriott Silver Spring Downtown Hosts Breakfast

GSSCC Cuts Ribbon for Grand Opening of Mathnasium

* For the third consecutive year, Comcast Business announced that the company will seek out the nation's most innovative startup companies and entrepreneurs to participate in its "Innovations 4 Entrepreneurs" competition for a chance to win up to $30,000 and participate in a day of mentoring. For more information on the submission, click here.

* Senior Helpers of Silver Spring has earned the 2016 Best of Home Care recognition in the following categories: "Provider of Choice," "Employer of Choice," and "Leader in Excellence." Senior Helpers was also awarded "Home Care Pulse Certified - Trusted Provider" in 2016 and every year since 2013. Click here to read the articles.

* Mrs. K's Restaurant is hosting an opportunity to meet with Miss Maryland from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24. Find more information here.

* Family & Nursing Care has earned the "Angie's List Super Service Award," based on excellent customer reviews received for its services during 2015. Click here for more information.

* The Tower Companies has announced the launch of its new company website. The new site provides detailed views of Tower's properties and their features, news and case studies, and an emphasis on the company's deep commitment to sustainable practices. See the new website here.

* Little Acorn Pharmacy has released a "Yellow Pages 360 View" webpage of the store. See the tour here.

* Congratulations to Lebanese Taverna and Peterson Companies on being recognized by Washington Business Journal among the recipients of the 2016 "Family-Owned Business Awards." These awards honor the top multi-generational, family-owned businesses in the region citing overall excellence, innovation, ethics, and philanthropy. Click here to read more.

* Shepherd's Table will celebrate its move into new facilities, an expansion of services, and a deeper impact on the community at an event scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, at AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center. Jonathan Elias, ABC7/WJLA-TV, will emcee the event that includes live music, brunch from local restaurants, live and silent auctions, and other activities. Click here for more information.

See your company's news here! GSSCC would be pleased to highlight news from our member companies in this section of the weekly e-news. Simply send us your information before close of business each Friday.

Upcoming GSSCC Committee Meetings

* Economic Development Committee Meeting - 9 a.m. on Thursday, February 18

* Membership Development Meeting - 9 a.m. on Tuesday, February 23

About GSSCC Committee/Team Meetings: All GSSCC members are welcome to participate in Chamber committees. Members are welcome to attend committee meetings to assess interest in joining a committee. Meetings are typically held in the GSSCC Conference Room. Advance RSVP is required and priority will be given to existing committee members when speakers are scheduled.

Thank you to our 2015-2016 GSSCC Partners

Corporate Partners - Downtown Silver Spring; Lee Development Group; Montgomery College; Statland & Katz Insurance, Inc.; Washington Adventist Hospital

Business Partners - AFI Silver Theatre; Apex Home Loans; Bud Miller Associates, Inc.; Digital Industry; Discovery Communications; EagleBank; The Fillmore Silver Spring; Holy Cross Hospital; Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chtd.; Linowes & Blocher LLP; M&T Bank; The Tower Companies (The Blairs); United Therapeutics Corp.; Washington Property Company.

Partners - Adam S. Lowe Photography; Atlantech Online; EBA Ernest Bland Associates; Elite Personnel; My Office Products; Signs By Tomorrow;
Social & Scientific Systems.

Friends- Harvey Maisel/Maisel Hollins Development