Economic Development

Taneytown Business Breakfast
2026-06-12 07:30 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Thunderhead Bowling Center, 4337 Old Taneytown Rd, Taneytown, MD, 21787, United States
The Taneytown Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the best networking opportunity in Carroll County. We are getting back to business and learning how we can best move forward in today’s ever changing economic and social climate. 2nd Friday of every quarter, please join locals for business networking, a delicious buffet breakfast, and a short program. Doors open at 7:00 AM and the program begins at 7:30 AM. Breakfast is $10.00 at the door.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Tech Webinar
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 9 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157-5006, United States
Get hands-on experience with AI chatbot interfaces, conversation management, and privacy configurations essential for business use. Compare ChatGPT, Claude, and other popular platforms to understand their different strengths, pricing models, and use cases. Develop criteria for selecting the right AI tool for specific business tasks and learn to design effective sessions that produce reliable, usable results.
In-person spots are extremely limited! If you don’t see the in-person option when registering, it’s full—but you can still join us live via Zoom.
This event is presented in partnership with the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Healing House, 220 Washington Heights Medical Center, Suite B, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Healing House in Westminster. Ribbon to be cut at 11am! Stay for the open house and see the beautiful space! More information to come…

MD SBDC - When to Seek Professional Credit Restoration Support
2026-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, MD, United States
This training helps business owners distinguish between credit improvements that can be managed independently and situations that may require licensed, compliant credit restoration assistance. Attendees will learn how to assess their credit challenges and make informed, responsible decisions about next steps. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich; Kaydem Credit
This training is the fourth in a 5-part series on Credit Repair. All sessions compliment each other but are offered separately.
This series includes:
-How to Read and Understand a Credit Report-March 25, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18488
-Credit-Building Strategies for Business Owners-April 28, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18489
-How Inquiries, Late Payments, and Utilization Affect Funding-May 11, 11am https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18490
-When to Seek Professional Credit Restoration Support-June 4, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18491
-What to Expect from a Compliant Credit Restoration Service-July 8, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18492
Please use the above links to register for one or all of the sessions.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Orientation
2026-06-04 08:30 - 09:45, 2026-05-07 08:30 - 09:45 | Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 9 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157-5006, United States
Description
The orientation is an in-depth look at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce.
New member businesses and their representatives are welcome to attend.
Current member businesses and their representatives who need a refresher are also welcomed and encouraged to participate.
Not a member but interested in joining and want to learn more? You are welcome to come as well!
You will meet the Chamber staff and volunteers. Be sure to bring your business cards and begin building relationships with other new members.
Orientations take place on the FIRST THURSDAY EACH MONTH. Seating is limited, so please register online or call 410-848-9050 to RSVP.

Carroll County Agribusiness Breakfast
2026-06-04 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-07 08:00 - 09:00 | 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.

2026 Leading Ladies Summit - REGISTRATION OPEN
2026-06-04 | Sunday Morning at Savannah’s, 111 S Springdale Avenue, New Windsor, MD, 21776
“More Than a Conference”
This isn’t just another conference.
It’s a room filled with women who are building businesses, leading communities, overcoming challenges, creating impact, and choosing growth.
The W.O.W Leading Ladies Summit 2026 was created to bring women together for a day of meaningful connection, inspiration, wellness, collaboration, and empowerment.
✨ August 13, 2026
📍 New Windsor, MD
🎟️ Registration is now open
https://wowwomenus.com/leading-ladies-summit-2026/
Join us for a dynamic, interactive, and fun gathering to unite and elevate one another to create a lasting impact with women committed to excellence.
Our fun-filled day created for professional women includes: Key Note Speaker, Local Town Officials, Closing Speaker, Delicious Food, Yoga, interactive breakout sessions, dancing, photo opportunities, and live music and more!
Engage in various fun and meaningful activities that elevate and inspire Y-O-U!
Only 100 Tickets – selling at $85 – are expected to sell quickly. Three Sponsorship Levels are available! https://wowwomenus.com/leading-ladies-summit-2026/
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your senses, get a bit dirty, and engage in the floral and fauna of Sunday Morning at Savannah’s – 111 S Springdale Avenue, New Windsor, MD
Nestled on a 200-year-old estate in New Windsor, Maryland, Sunday Morning is now a boutique destination where timeless charm meets intentional hospitality.
We look forward to the pleasure of your company!
Barbara Ringrose, Founder of WOW and Savannah Mitchell. Owner of Sunday Morning at Savannah’s

1 Million Cups Westminster
2026-06-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-06 09:00 - 10:00 | MAGIC, 36 W. Maint St, Westminster, 21157, United States
1 Million Cups Westminster is a program held for the community, by the community!
We are connected to a nationwide entrepreneurial organization which hosts weekly events that bring entrepreneurs in the Westminster community together over coffee and conversations. Coordinated by local business volunteers, these events are open to entrepreneurs and business/nonprofit owners of companies less than 5 years old.
We meet every other Wednesday @ 9:00 AM. Sign up for email info and reminders, and apply to present, by visiting https://www.1millioncups.com/westminster
Subscribe to the 1MC Westminster YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1millioncupswestminster48
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1MCWestminster/

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Commissioner Breakfast
2026-06-02 08:00 - 09:30 | Explorations Common at 50 East, 50 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Featuring Commissioner Tom Gordon III- District 3
An opportunity to meet with Carroll County Commissioners, learn about current issues, strengthen community ties, share information and get answers to important questions.

MD SBDC No-Cost & Low-Cost Training For Maryland Small Businesses
2026-06-01 07:00 - 17:00 | MD
The Maryland SBDC offers a comprehensive range of training courses and programs. Our online courses offer an excellent way to work training into your busy schedule when it’s most convenient for you.
SBDC training programs are designed with you in mind. By leveraging the resources of professionals in the community, we are able to offer a wide range of high-quality workshops, conferences, seminars, and courses at no cost, or a nominal fee in topics ranging from business plans to marketing to finances for your small business.
Please click on the following link to access the training calendar and choose your training to register.
https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-30 10:00 - 10:30 | Little Locals Town and Gym, 3000 Gamber Drive, Finksburg, 21048, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Little Locals Town & Gym in Finksburg! Ribbon to be cut at 10am! More information to come…

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce PM Connections
2026-05-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Antietam Broadband, 1030 Baltimore Blvd. Suite 250, Westminster, 21157, United States
Make valuable new contacts and reconnect with familiar faces at our next PM Connections event hosted by Antietam Broadband. This after-hours networking opportunity brings Chamber members together to exchange ideas, build relationships, and learn more about a key local business.
Enjoy light refreshments, tour the host location, and hear about Antietam Broadband’s services and community involvement.
Be sure to bring plenty of business cards—you’ll want them as you grow your network!

Ready, Set, Go!
2026-05-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Meeting, MD, United States
Ready, Set, Go is designed for small businesses in the planning phase of building a company. Participants will learn the “nuts & bolts” of becoming an entrepreneur, from business planning to legal business entity formation. Additional information is shared with the participant on the SBDC, its services, what one can expect when entering the business world, the business plan, finance management, funding sources, marketing…a guide to beginning a successful future in a business world.

Thursday, June 25, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18425
Thursday, July 23, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18426
Thursday, August 27, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18427
Thursday, September 24, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18428
Thursday, October 22, 2025 https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18429

*Workshop is Virtual* – Please click on the link next to the corresponding date or copy/paste link into browser address bar to register.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Her Health Lab, 239 E. Main Street, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Her Health Lab’s new location on Main Street in Downtown Westminster! Come see the new space, and congratulate them on the move! Ribbon to be cut at 6:30pm!

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Keller Williams Flagship – Westminster, 23 N. Center Street, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand re-opening of Keller Williams Flagship – Westminster! Stop by and say hi, see all the renovations they’ve put into their office space, and celebrate with the ribbon cutting at 2pm! We hope to see you there!

SCBA May Luncheon
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Liberatores Ristorante, 6300 Georgetown Blvd, Eldersburg, 21784
The South Carroll Business Association is proud to welcome Darren M. Peyton, Assistant Regional Director of the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Northern Region.
Darren brings a wealth of experience in small business consulting, growth strategy, and economic development. In his role with the SBDC, he has worked one-on-one with hundreds of entrepreneurs and business owners to help them launch, scale, and sustain successful ventures.
His impact speaks for itself:
90+ new businesses created
600+ jobs generated
$45M+ in increased sales
$53M+ in capital secured
Darren is an AASBC Accredited Small Business Consultant, FranFit Certified, and a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP)—bringing both national-level expertise and practical, real-world insight to every business he supports.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, Darren’s guidance is rooted in proven strategies, measurable outcomes, and a deep understanding of what it takes to grow in today’s competitive landscape.
The SCBA holds its monthly luncheon on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 12 noon at Liberatore’s Ristorante 6300 Georgetown Blvd., Sykesville, MD. The luncheon is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Please register in advance or pay an additional $3 at the door.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Tech Webinar
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 9 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157-5006, United States
Use AI chatbots and research agents to gather business intelligence, verify information, and refine professional writing. Learn to appropriately credit AI-assisted work, recognize AI hallucinations that could damage credibility, and maintain critical analysis throughout your research process. Practice using AI for competitive research, industry analysis, and professional communications while managing the risks and ensuring accuracy.
In-person spots are extremely limited! If you don’t see the in-person option when registering, it’s full—but you can still join us live via Zoom.
This event is presented in partnership with the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Public Safety Awards
2026-05-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Pleasant Valley Fire Hall, 2030 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Westminster, MD, 21158, United States
Since 2017, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce has been proud to recognize the men and women who bravely serve and protect Carroll County through our Public Safety Awards. Each year, we recognize the efforts of our Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue Personnel and Emergency Responders. These are the people who often put their lives on the line for each of us, every day. Awards and recognition are given out in numerous categories, including: Officer of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Distinguished Achievement Award and Life Saving Award.
We invite you to join us for this live event as we celebrate our hometown heroes and thank them for their dedication and commitment to keeping Carroll County a safe place to work, live and play.
Doors open at 7:30 AM.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Carroll Eye Care, 1129 Business Parkway South, Suite A, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we welcome Carroll Eye Care to their new office! This celebration also highlights Dr. Hooper’s retirement as well as a welcome for Dr. Solomon. Join the celebration and stay for the biggest glasses trunk show from all your favorite designers! Ribbon to be cut at 10:30am.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce AM Connections
2026-05-14 08:30 - 09:30 | Mission BBQ Westminster, 584 Jermor Lane, Westminster, 21157, United States
Are you a new member of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce? If so, you are invited to join us for an AM Coffee Connections networking event! Join us for an opportunity to meet and mingle with Chamber Ambassadors, Chamber staff and other Chamber Members.
AM Connections is a networking event specifically for members who are NEW to the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce (members joining within the last year). This event is designed to create instant connections for our new members by connecting them to chamber ambassadors and staff. New members are also encouraged to attend a Chamber Orientation for a comprehensive overview of Chamber membership benefits.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Penn-Mar-Westminster Site, 216 Washington Heights, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate Penn-Mar’s unveiling of their new space in the Washington Heights Medical Center! Ribbon to be cut at 5:30pm!

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-13 15:30 - 16:30 | MAJIC Tag & Title, 447 E. Main Street, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the opening of MAJIC Tag and Title, LLC with a celebratory ribbon cutting! Ribbon to be cut at 3:30pm. More information to come…
URGENT UPDATE: There will be NO AVAILABLE PARKING at MAJIC’s physical location. However, parking will be located at the VFW off of Poole Road around the corner. That address is:
519 Poole Road
Westminster, MD 21157
A shuttle will be available to transport guests from the parking lot to the event.

MD SBDC - How Inquiries, Late Payments, and Utilization Affect Funding
2026-05-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual, MD, United States
Participants will gain a clear understanding of how common credit behaviors—such as hard inquiries, late payments, and high utilization—directly influence funding eligibility, approval outcomes, and interest rates. The training connects everyday credit decisions to real-world financing impacts. Presenter, Brianna Wenrich; Kaydem Credit
This training is the third in a 5-part series on Credit Repair. All sessions compliment each other but are offered separately.
This series includes:
-How to Read and Understand a Credit Report-March 25, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18488
-Credit-Building Strategies for Business Owners-April 28, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18489
-How Inquiries, Late Payments, and Utilization Affect Funding-May 11, 11am https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18490
-When to Seek Professional Credit Restoration Support-June 4, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18491
-What to Expect from a Compliant Credit Restoration Service-July 8, 1pm https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18492
Please use the above links to register for one or all of the sessions.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Alphagraphics, 100 Business Center Drive, Reisterstown, 21136, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Alphagraphics in Reisterstown! This will be a joint ribbon cutting between the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, the Northwest Chamber of Commerce, the Reisterstown Improvement Association, and the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce.
The ribbon will be cut at 2pm., Alphagrapics invites their fellow chamber members to join them and celebrate their grand opening at this celebration event!

MD SBDC - Where Do I Start with AI? A No-Nonsense Guide for Business Owners
2026-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Meeting, MD, United States
Struggling to figure out where AI fits in your business? Or are you’re getting the most out of it now? You’ve heard the buzz, maybe even tried a tool or two, but nobody’s answered the real question: where do you actually start? AI wasn’t built for just one thing. It can help across sales, marketing, operations, customer service, and finance. In this session, you’ll learn how to think about AI at two levels: building it into your business systems, and using it in your team’s daily work. You’ll see real examples of how small businesses are applying AI across different functions, learn the common mistakes that cost owners time and money, and understand how to make sure your team is using AI without putting your business data at risk. You’ll leave with a clear framework for identifying your first/next AI win. And if you want help getting started, SkyeStaq works with small and mid-sized business owners to turn that first step into real results. Presenter, Greg Chait; SkyeStaq Managing Partner – Strategy & Technology
Please use following link to register: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18552

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2026-05-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Carroll County Public Library – Eldersburg Branch, 6400 Hemlock Lane, Eldersburg, MD, 21784
Join us as we welcome NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore to the Carroll County Community! On May 7th from 4-6pm, NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore will be at the Eldersburg branch of the Carroll County Public Library to introduce themselves to the community.
While they don’t have their own office space yet, we’ll have a ceremonious ribbon cutting at 4:30pm to officially welcome them and mark their outreach efforts in Carroll County! Help us welcome them to the community, and stay to learn more about NAMI and what they offer the community!
