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Kent County Chamber of Commerce
122 North Cross Street
P. O. Box 146
Chestertown,MD 21620
410.810.2968 Tel | 410.778.1406 Fax
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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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LEADERSHIP
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LORETTA LODGE
PRESIDENT
DAVID BOWMAN
The Peoples Bank
TREASURER
DIANE BRANDT
CNB Bank
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
KEN COLLINS
WCTR Broadcasting
LINDA DAWSON
Kent Forward
CREG FLEETWOOD
FAM&M Insurance Agency, Inc.
BOB GRACE
Dixon Valve & Coupling Company
BOB GREENWALD
East Coast Storage
LARRY HOUCK
Houck's Menswear
JIM RICH
Inn at Huntingfield Creek
BILL RUCKELSHAUS
Champion Realty, Inc.
LANSING WILLIAMS
Washington College
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CHAMBER EVENTS
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Business-After-Hours
& Grand Opening
5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Physically FITch
6512 Church Hill Road
Chestertown, MD5/08/2014
Chamber Board Meeting
12:00 P.M.
Chamber Office
122 N. Cross Street
Chestertown, MD5/14/2014
Brian Billick
Motivational Message
on Leadership & Values
1:30 P.M.
Kent County High School
25301 Lambs Meadow Road
Worton, MD
05/20/2014
Education Breakfast
8:30 A.M.
Heron Point
501 E. Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD
5/28/2014
5-County Regional Mixer
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Chesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD
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From the Executive Director
New Website Launch!
I am very excited to have finally launched our new website design, after almost a full year in development! You'll see things are looking pretty spiffy around here.
Admittedly, when I first started thinking about the idea of re-designing our entire website, I was a little bit hesitant because I knew what a large undertaking it would be. To completely re-design, re-create, and move everything over to a new design was a huge learning experience.
A few of my goals for the new website were to make it easier to navigate and more informative for users, allow for current project information to be posted online, and of course, to have a much more dynamic look. Most of all, I wanted to help our Chamber members and the general public get to know both the Chamber and Kent County better. If you take a look around the site I think you'll get a pretty good idea of who the Chamber is and what we do. Click here to take a look-see. www.kentchamber.org.
If you have any questions or comments, or need help, you can contact me at kentchamber@verizon.net - or leave me your thoughts or comments.
In addition to the new website, there have been, and will be quite a few events going on at the Chamber. On Thursday, April 24, Lori Willis owner of ELB, Inc. and her staff hosted a combined Business-After-Hours/Anniversary celebration at their facility on Flatland Road. ELB, Inc. has been in business for over 15 years and has expanded their facility and services to offer auto repair, including collision repair and mechanical services, Rhino-Pro Lining, and powder-coating. It was a great evening. Thank you Lori & staff!
On Friday, April 25, Bob and Lisa Jacob, owners of Chesapeake CNC Manufacturing hosted a Ribbon Cutting and Open House at their new facility at 25498 Mary Morris Road in Worton. Chesapeake CNC Manufacturing, the winner of the Chamber's 2011 Outstanding Business of the Year Award, is a company focusing on the precision manufacturing of small parts. After more than 10 years in business, this is the second expansion of their operations. Congratulations to Bob & Lisa!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7 from 5:30 P.M., Eric Fitch and Jen Koch of Physically FITch will welcome Chamber members and the public for a Ribbon Cutting and Open House at their new and expanded facility at 6512 Church Hill Road in Chestertown. Stop out and see what they have to offer in the way of fitness, nutrition and health for everyone!
Brian Billick former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens will speak at 1:30 P.M. on May 14 at Kent County High School. Space is limited so reservations are required. To make your reservation, contact Linda Dawson by Wednesday, May 7th at ldawson@dixonvalve.com or 443-282-2029.
In conjunction with Kent Forward, the Chamber will hold our annual Education Breakfast at 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 20 at Heron Point. The breakfast will feature an update on our schools from Superintendent Dr. Karen Couch and a presentation on KCHS Career and Technology Education (CTE) by Principal Tracey Williams, Nicole Parr, CTE Director and KCHS students. Reservations are required. See flyer later in this Newsletter for details.
Lastly, a couple of reminders:
Work on the 2014-2015 Chamber Business Directory has begun. Requests for member information updates have been mailed to all Chamber members. To ensure your company's information is accurate, please return your completed form to the Chamber by May 16. Updates received after that date cannot be guaranteed to be included in the Directory. Please don't assume I know your changes. I need to your input!
If you have a non-advertisement, public service announcement or a news item about you or your business, send it to me and I will include it in one of my weekly NewsFlashes or monthly Newsletter for FREE! It's a great way to get your business noticed!
Enjoy this great weather!
Loretta
Loretta M. Lodge
Executive Director
"Quality means doing it right when no one is looking." ~ Henry Ford
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New Members Welcome
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 _________________________
Eric Clark
711 Washington Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620410.778.5641
eric.clark@acmemarkets.com
Acme is in the supermarket business and has been at this location in
Chestertown for 50 years.
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Evolution Health Acupuncture
& Chinese Medicine
Tina Morani
312 Cannon Street, Suite 3
P.O. Box 985
Chestertown, MD 21620
Evolution Health Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine is a full service acupuncture clinic. Accepting new patients. We also offer sound healing for needle sensitive individuals.
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Marjorie "Mimi" Adams
307 High Street
Chestertown, MD 21620
Mimi's Closet two locations in Chestertown and Easton offers women's clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories, as well as children's clothing and gifts.
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Eric Fitch & Jen Koch
6512 Church Hill Road
Chestertown, MD 21620
Physically FITch is a personal training and group fitness studio. We specialize in programs for weight loss and nutrition, strength training, and senior fitness and balance. Schedule a free fitness consultation to discuss.
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Please join us in welcoming our newest
Chamber members!
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Business-After-Hours & Grand Opening
Physically FITch
Wednesday, May 7, 20145:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
6512 Church Hill Road
Chestertown, MD
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Chamber Board Meeting
Thursday, May 8, 2014
122 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD
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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8:30 A.M.
Heron Point
501 E. Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620
$12.00
Reservations required by Wednesday, May 14
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Chesapeake College
Caroline Center
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Send Us News of Your Business and We Will Publish It for FREE!
You are invited to submit a FREE announcement about your business for each weekly Chamber NewsFlash. The content of your message should be about something that's happening in your business, announcement about an employee, an award that your business has won, etc. This space is not intended to be used for advertising. Please limit your message to 100 words or fewer. It's a great way to get your business noticed! Please note that your article may be edited for spelling, grammatical errors and/or length. Photos are welcomed. Submit your announcement to kentchamber@verizon.net.
Chamber NewsFlashes are published every Tuesday.
Deadline for submission is Friday to be included in the following Tuesday's NewsFlash.
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NEWS FROM & FOR OUR MEMBERS
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SENIOR DISCOUNTS
IN KENT COUNTY
Approximately two years ago, the Kent County Chamber of Commerce and the Kent County Commission on Aging collaborated to develop a brochure listing discounts available for seniors. At that time over 90 local businesses participated. We realize that this document needs updating since several new businesses have opened and some have closed. In order to complete this task, we need your assistance!
Providing discounts for seniors, even if it is only one day a week, can increase your retail sales and will help our older residents financially.
If you would like to participate in this project, please send the following information by May 31, 2014 to:
Pat Clarke at pclarke@atlantic. bb.net
or
Loretta Lodge at kentchamber@verizon.net
Business Name:
Address:
Contact Person:
Phone Number:
Discount % or Amount:
Minimum Age to Qualify for Senior Discount:
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Upcoming May Classes!
Help Your Business Grow ~ Get Educated!!!
For Class Descriptions, Registration Forms, or to View the Entire Training Schedule,
Please Visit http://marylandsbdc.org/eastern/index_eastern.php
and Click on Calendar/Event Training
FREE Virtual Classroom 24/7-Visit Our Website to Register!
May 6th "Marketing for Summer Sizzle"
2 Sessions: 8:15am-10am & 2pm-3:45pm; $FREE
Register by Calling 410-228-3575
May 6th "Maryland Home Improvement Contractors License (MHIC)"
10:30am-12pm; $15
Register Online:
http://www.marylandcapital.org/content/maryland-home-improvement-contractors-class-1
May 14th- "2014 Social Media Series" May: INSTAGRAM
May 28th May 14th: "Is Your Business 'Instagrammable'?" (Level 1)
May 21st: "Instagramology and Best Practices" (Level 1)
May 28th: "How to Execute an Instagram Promotion" (Level 2)
Brew River, Salisbury, MD, 11:30am-2pm (Lunch & Learn Sessions)
Level 1 Sessions: $59 / Level 2 Sessions: $79
Register Online: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/instagram-workshop-tickets-11295935447
May 22nd "Ready, Set, Go!"
Chesapeake College, Cambridge 5pm-6pm; Session Free, $5 Materials
Fee
Register Online: http://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=10920
May 22nd "Understanding Financial Statements"
SBTDC Offices, SU ECC 220, 12pm-1:30pm; $15
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Marilyn Evey earns Certified Marine Insurance Professional Designation
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Marilyn Evey Earns CMIP Designation
Marilyn Evey, Commercial Lines Supervisor at the Avon-Dixon Insurance Agency in Easton, MD, a member of Shore Bancshares community of companies, has been awarded Certified Marine Insurance Professional (CMIP) Designation. Ms. Evey is one of six recent award recipients, bringing the total of certified marine insurance professionals to 102 nationwide.
Ms. Evey earned this designation by attending four 1-1/2 day seminars consisting of "Insuring Waterfront Businesses, Insuring Vessel Owners & Operators, Insuring Marine Employees, and Recreational Marine Insurance," each followed by a rigorous examination. The CMIP Program is the nation's only Commercial Marine and Longshore professional insurance education program. The seminars are offered through LIG Educational & Consulting Services, in conjunction with the International Institute for Marine Insurance Studies.
Rich Trippe, President and CEO of the Avon-Dixon Insurance Agency, commends the graduates of this program for their dedication to professionalism and having a strong commitment to continuing marine insurance education, as evidenced by their having completed the CMIP program. "Marilyn is an invaluable resource to our team at Avon-Dixon and to our community. She is the only agent on the Eastern Shore that has received the CMIP designation and we encourage customers to call on her expertise," said Mr. Trippe. To contact Marilyn Evey, please call the Avon-Dixon Agency at 410.822.0506 or visit avondixon.com.
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IN THE NEWS
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AROUND THE STATE
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Maryland Chamber Names Brien Poffenberger
President & CEO
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Send Us News of Your Business and We Will Publish It for FREE!
You are invited to submit a FREE announcement about your business for each weekly Chamber NewsFlash. The content of your message should be about something that's happening in your business, announcement about an employee, an award that your business has won, etc. This space is not intended to be used for advertising. Please limit your message to 100 words or fewer. It's a great way to get your business noticed! Please note that your article may be edited for spelling, grammatical errors and/or length. Photos are welcomed. Submit your announcement to kentchamber@verizon.net.
Chamber NewsFlashes are published every Tuesday.
Deadline for submission is Friday to be included in the following Tuesday's NewsFlash.
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NEW!!! Notary Service Now Available!
Notary services are now available free to our members at the Chamber by appointment. Please contact the Chamber office to schedule an appointment.
- E-Blasts - Broadcast E-Mail Service Available!
The Chamber 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 (Service Core of Retired Executives)
Invites retired executives to become counselors for new and existing local businesses. Contact Bill Noll at SCORE to get more information: wbnoll@yahoo.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.
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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.
For details about discounts offered by participating members, please contact them directly.
Don't miss out! Sign up for this program today!!
The following businesses are participating members.
Please support these businesses!
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