Carroll County Agribusiness Breakfast
2020-01-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-02-06 08:00 - 09:00, 2020-03-05 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Baugher’s Restaurant, 289 West Main St, Westminster, MD, 21158, United States
Join us for our ongoing discussions about agriculture in Carroll County!
All are invited to join us. If interested, please RSVP to dhare@carrollcountymd.gov
Snow Policy: If Carroll County Public Schools are delayed or cancelled, the Agribusiness Breakfast is cancelled.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast
2020-01-03 08:00 - 09:30 | Carroll Hospital, 291 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Breakfast with the Carroll Delegates. Join us to hear what bills will be presented during the session. This is your opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns.
Breakfast will be in the Shauck Auditorium in the East Pavvilion.

Carroll Business Network Lunch
2020-01-06 12:00 - 13:30, 2020-02-03 12:00 - 13:30, 2020-03-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Tony’s Japanese Restaurant, 1213 Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD, 21784, United States
A monthly networking event on the first Monday of each month at Tony’s Japanese Restaurant in Eldersburg, MD.
This February, Carroll Business Network features Heather DeWees, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Carroll County. She will be presenting on the relationship and opportunities between the Circuit Court and local small businesses.
A hibachi and sushi lunch is included, and all attendees will receive a list of contact information for all attendees and have their contact information shared with all other past attendees via email as well as have their information shared on the Carroll Business Network Facebook Page.
Pre registration via PayPal – $20 | At the door – $23
All events are from 12pm – 1:30pm

Carroll Technology Council's January Networking Happy Hour
2020-01-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Pub Dog Brewing Co., 1203 New Windsor Rd, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join the members of the Carroll Technology Council as we unwind after the Holiday Season and share in some cheer while networking.
Place: Pub Dog Brewing Company Taproom Westminster, MD
Time: 5-7 PM
First-round and lite refreshments are included with the ticket price.
Please visit our Website for additional information and to register.

Small Business Marketing Workshop
2020-01-10 08:00 - 21:30 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
People like stories. Good stories capture their attention and are easy to retell. Each business has a unique story. Your business story should illustrate how your business works, what it offers to customers and why people should want to do business with you. Come to this fun workshop and work with others to tell your story better. Whether it is in advertising, on social media or through work-of-mouth, better business stories promote better business results.
Instructor: Missie Wilcox, President, MarketWorks

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce - State of the County
2020-01-14 07:30 - 09:30 | Streamed Live, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, Select a Country:
This is an annual meeting with the Carroll County Commissioners who address the business community on current issues affecting the county.
The event is FREE and open to Chamber members and non-member businesses.

Presentation Skills Workshop
2020-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
As an entrepreneur or small business owner, there are many times you will have to speak in front of an audience. This includes speaking in front of employees and making presentations to potential customers, investors, bankers and other social groups. Public speaking takes practice and experience to reach a desired level of comfort. Learn tools and techniques to feel comfortable in front of an audience. As a business owner, you are the face of your business, and being confident with public speaking will positively reflect on your business’s image.

SWOT Analysis Workshop – Identify Your Business’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities & Threats
2020-01-21 09:00 - 10:30 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Identifying your business’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats is imperative to planning and executing a good overall strategy. Learn how to develop your own SWOT Analysis.

Ready, Set, Go!
2020-01-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2020-02-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Business/Employment Resource Center (BERC), 224 North Center Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Launch your new business with confidence and on the right foot. Find out what to expect from an experience business consultant. Topics include options for business entities, resources available to start-ups, costs of services needed, licensing and tax considerations, loans and financial resources, marketing strategies, and all the perks and drawbacks that come with the life of an entrepreneur.

Carroll County SHRM Meeting w/ Christine Walters
2020-02-04 08:00 - 10:30 | Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd. (Rm. K100), Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Must Attend Kick Off 2020: Christine Walters presents Employment Law, Legislative & Reg Update!
Join this engaging and interactive presentation as we bring you the news on pending legislation, regulation and ways you can shape these important public policy issues at the state and federal levels that will include: Workplace violence prevention, Ban-the-box, Fair/Predictive scheduling, Regular rate of pay, Paid family leave, Workplace civility and more.
Speaker: Christine V. Walters, J.D., MAS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR.
Ms. Walters has more than 25 years’ combined experience in management, HR administration, employment law practice, and teaching.
Registration is now open, Register Today

February Educational Meeting
2020-02-13 08:00 - 09:30 | Carroll Media Center, 1301 Washington Road, Westminster, 21157, United States
We have a lot of exciting things to share with you during our February 13th meeting at the Community Media Center in Westminster. Come hear our exciting announcement, meet our 2020 Board of Directors, explore our 2020 Calendar of Events, learn about our new initiatives and programs.
Doors open at 8AM for networking, where light refreshments will be served. Program will begin at 8:30AM.
This event is free for all attendees, however we do request that you pre-register using the event link provided below.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce – Biz Challenge Kickoff
2020-02-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd. (Rm. K100), Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Carroll Biz Challenge Kickoff Event for Entrepreneurs
Come learn about the Carroll Biz Challenge. Applications Open on Feb. 13th.
It’s like American Idol meets Shark Tank, only it’s LOCAL!
The purpose of the Carroll Biz Challenge is to bring together entrepreneurs and business experts. Through the Biz Challenges, we hope to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs to build the businesses that will be the backbone of Carroll County for years to come.

Carroll Co Chamber of Commerce - PM Connections
2020-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 | O’Lordan’s Irish Pub, 14 Liberty Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
A networking event hosted by BGE. Learn about the host and mingle with other business owners and professionals. Develop new relationships and business contacts. Be sure to bring your name tag and lots of business cards.

CIO Roundtable
2020-02-20 11:30 - 13:00 | MD, United States
The CIO Roundtable is a local group of Chief Information Officers/Information Technology Managers that meets quarterly for sharing best practices and exploring new IT trends. The CIO Roundtable will be led by the participants to gain value from one another’s knowledge, experience, and expertise and to discuss topics that are relevant to them.
If you are interested in joining the CIO roundtable, please contact Kati Townsley at 443-244-1262 or kati@carrolltechcouncil.org. This event is invitation only, not open to the public.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce - County Budget Luncheon
2020-02-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Best Western Conference Center, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster, MD, 21158
Annual meeting with a report on the County Budget FY 2020 and Beyond from Ted Zaleski, Carroll County’s Director of Management & Budget.

Carroll Co Chamber of Commerce - PM Connections
2020-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Maggie’s Restaurant, 310 E. Green St.,, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
A networking event hosted by a Chamber members who make up the Carroll County Transitions Council. Learn about the host and mingle with other business owners and professionals. Develop new relationships and business contacts. Be sure to bring your name tag and lots of business cards.

LinkedIn Workshop
2020-03-10 18:00 - 21:15 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Build your contacts and increase your opportunities for new sales in this interactive workshop! Get connected to LinkedIn and learn the basics as well as how to navigate and utilize all the available tools. Business owners will find out just how valuable this platform can be to get connected to new opportunities.

March Educational Meeting – Innovations in Vehicle Technology
2020-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Westminster Speed and Sound, 202 Pennsylvania Ave, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Westminster Speed & Sound is celebrating 51 years in business this year and are excited to host us in their space! You will see multiple vehicles outfitted with technology that you can see, hear, and operate as well as factory reps from Sony, 3M and more.
There will be Door Prizes (that you won’t want to miss), along with a great opportunity to network and of course, refreshments will be provided.
Please register by March 10th. Questions should be directed to Kati Townsley at 443-244-1262 or kati@carrolltechcouncil.org.
$10 for CTC Members
$15 for NonMembers

Carroll Co Chamber of Commerce - PM Connections
2020-03-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Sober Truth, 32 W. Baltimore Street, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States
A networking event hosted by a Chamber member. Learn about the host and mingle with other business owners and professionals. Develop new relationships and business contacts. Be sure to bring your name tag and lots of business cards

And Away We Grow - Business Essentials
2020-03-13 08:00 - 11:30 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Get your business started on a solid foundation with these essential tools. Learn basic business accounting terms, gain an understanding of various business insurance options and develop your presentation skills needed to pitch your business to various stakeholders including banks, investors and potential customers

Passion to Profit: How to Go from Blogging to Building a Profitable Business Doing Work That You Love
2020-03-16 18:00 - 2020-03-18 21:15 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
This is a 2-part class, Monday March 16 and Wednesday March 18, from 6:00-9:15 p.m.
What was once thought of as a hobby is now being used as a platform to build successful and profitable businesses. This course is for people who have a blog but are making very little or no income, and for small business owners who are interested in starting a blog to help take their businesses to the next level. Learn about branding, social media, building your audience, marketing and developing a strategy to take your blog from passion to profit. Blogging is no longer just something you only do late at night; it can be a platform to build a full-time business that you love.

Passion to Profit: How to Go from Blogging to Building a Profitable Business Doing Work That You Love
2020-03-16 18:00 - 2020-03-18 21:15 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
This is a 2-part class, Monday May 18 and Wednesday May 20, from 6:00-9:15 p.m.
What was once thought of as a hobby is now being used as a platform to build successful and profitable businesses. This course is for people who have a blog but are making very little or no income, and for small business owners who are interested in starting a blog to help take their businesses to the next level. Learn about branding, social media, building your audience, marketing and developing a strategy to take your blog from passion to profit. Blogging is no longer just something you only do late at night; it can be a platform to build a full-time business that you love.

Understanding Business Insurance
2020-03-17 18:00 - 2020-03-19 20:15 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
This workshop meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00–8:15 p.m.
Every business is different when it comes to insurance needs and requirements for coverage. Learn about the various types of business insurance that are available and which ones make sense for your business. Get tips on what and how much insurance to buy and make sure you have the basis for understanding how to rightsize your insurance needs.

America's SBDC Day!
2020-03-18 08:00 - 17:00 | MD, United States
SBDC Day is a national, collective proclamation of the success and impact America’s Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) have across the nation in economic development and the small businesses community. The fourth America’s SBDC Day will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.
SBDC Day unites the nearly 1,000 SBDC centers across the country and the hundreds of thousands of clients they serve by sharing, in real time, the success stories and notable impacts SBDCs collectively have on the small business community at large. This special day will be celebrated with social media campaigns, public relations initiatives, online and in-person events and more.
Contact Steven Colella to schedule a visit, 443-356-2818

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Member Luncheon
2020-03-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Springdale Prepatory School, 500 Main Street, New Windsor, MD, 21776, United States
