Economic Development

1 Million Cups Westminster
2023-09-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-10-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-10-18 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | 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 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’s CIO Roundtable
2023-09-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Explorations Common at 50 East, 50 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
The CIO Roundtable is a local group of Chief Information Officers/Information Technology Managers that meet quarterly to share ideas, collaborate on best practices, and explore new IT trends. The discussion is led by the participants on topics relevant to their goals and interests, leading to rich conversation. They exchange knowledge, experiences, and expertise during the roundtable and leave with inspiration and actionable ideas.
2023 meetings will be held on March 16th, June 15th, September 21st, and December 21st at 12 noon.
If you are interested in joining the CIO roundtable, please contact the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council office at 443-244-1262 or info@carrolltechcouncil.org.
This event is by invitation-only and is not open to the public. Please inquire about joining by contacting Carroll Technology and Innovation Council.

Lunch About Nothing
2023-09-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Serra Restaurant & Bar on Main, 32 W. Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Lunch About Nothing is back!!!
Lunch About Nothing is held the 4th Monday of the month from 12-1 at Serra Restaurant & Bar on Main. It is open to all businesses, non profits and anyone who chooses to attend. There is nothing to join and visitors purchase their own lunch. Contact Zach Tomlin at ztomlin@tomlintech.com for more information or to get on the email list.

Ready Set Go!
2023-09-28 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, MD, United States
Launch your business with confidence and on the right foot. Find out what to expect from an experienced business consultant. Topics include options for business entities, resources available to start-ups, costs of services needed, licensing and tax considerations, loans and finance resources, marketing strategies, and all the perks and drawbacks that come with the life of an entrepreneur.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce PM Connections
2023-09-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Gerstell Academy, 2500 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD, 21048, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for a networking event hosted by Gerstell Academy! 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.

TEDCO Assessment & Consulting
2023-09-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Explorations Common at 50 East, 50 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
TEDCO’s (Maryland Technology Development Corporation) Rural Business Innovation Initiative (RBII) is designed to enhance technology commercialization and provide technical and business assistance to small and early-stage companies in rural Maryland. RBII mentors will meet with all companies for an initial assessment. Companies qualified to receive mentoring and project assistance must meet the following criteria:

Must be involved in developing new technologies/products or utilizing technology to create new or expand their business
Must have fewer than 16 employees
Annual revenues $1 million or less
Good standing with MD Dept. of Taxation & Assessments

Walk-in and appointments welcome. Contact Karen Zuccardi, kzuccardi@tedco.md, for more information.

Carroll Business Network
2023-10-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Tony’s Japanese Restaurant, 1213 Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD, 21784, United States
The Carroll Business Network brings small business leaders together, educates on actionable business topics, and builds relationships in the community. The Network promotes community-building by sharing contact information with all speakers and attendees. A complete roster of speakers is provided. This monthly event includes lunch.
The Carroll Business Network meets on the first Monday of every month at Tony’s Japanese Restaurant in Sykesville from 12pm-1:30, with postponement dates in case of Federal holidays. Registration is completed via the event web portal.
Over a relaxed meal, attendees are given the chance to improve network with fellow business owners. The Carroll Business Network also seeks to help increase the exposure of local businesses through live video uploads to Facebook of attendee elevator pitches. Keynote speakers are featured at each event, focusing on specific business-related topics. The program’s curriculum consists of 12 topics relevant to business development and sustainability. See the full list of speakers and events below.
The Carroll Business Network is an evolution of the Carroll Marketing Group which was started ten years ago by Amy Giannakoulious, co-owner of Trembling Giant Marketing, as a way to connect local small business leaders and expand inter-community business relationships. The core goals of the organization are networking, education, and community. Each lunch event emphasizes an open-door policy and warm atmosphere to bring together businesses in the shared goals of professional excellence.
All events are from 12pm – 1:30pm

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Dill Dinkers
2023-10-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Dill Dinkers, 2950 Dede Road, Finksburg, MD, 21048, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for the Grand Opening Celebration of Dill Dinkers in Finksburg, MD!
Ribbon cutting to take place at 4:30 PM. FREE pickleball play for all those in attendance.

Carroll County Agribusiness Breakfast
2023-10-05 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.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Orientation
2023-10-05 08:30 - 09:30 | Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, 9 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157-5006, United States
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 Chamber of Commerce - Launch Carroll
2023-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre, 10101 Grand Central Ave., Owings Mills, MD, 21117, United States
Launch Carroll is Carroll County, MD’s premier young professionals networking and leadership development community for people ages 21-45 and is open to members AND non-members of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce! We aim to equip and energize the next generation of business leaders and help them establish successful careers and businesses. Through networking events, community service projects and professional development opportunities, we will help launch the next generation of business leaders and professionals right here in Carroll County. If you are a young professional doing business in Carroll County please join us for this great event!
This event is proudly sponsored by: R&W Kitchen & Bath, LLC

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Maryland Print House
2023-10-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Maryland Print House, 1100 Business Parkway South, Suite 4, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for the Grand Opening celebration of Maryland Print House’s NEW LOCATION! Ribbon cutting to take place at 12PM. More details to follow!

Coffee with Chris
2023-10-12 08:00 - 09:00 | American Ice Co Cafe, 62 West Main St., Westminster, 21157, United States
Please join the Carroll Technology and Innovation Council Executive Director, Chris Abell, for conversation the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 am. This is a chance to introduce yourself, catch up over some coffee or tea, ask questions about your membership, and converse about ideas and opportunities!
CTIC invites everyone to come and strengthen their connection. Whether you have been a member for years or you are a new member, your experiences and observations matter to Chris and the Council’s mission.
There is limited space for this event, registration is required.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Membership Meeting
2023-10-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Martins Westminster, 505 Jermor Lane, Westminster, MD, United States
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Anirban Basu, Chairman & CEO, Sage Policy Group, Inc.
Event Title: Show Me the Money (Supply)
Soft landing? Something harder? Whither inflation? This presentation will supply in-depth analysis of the major factors shaping economic outcomes, including central bank policymaking, worker attitudes, business confidence, and geopolitics. It will then turn toward a forecast for the year to come, highlighting the major risks that economic stakeholders will likely encounter.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., a Baltimore-based economic and policy consultancy he founded in 2004. He serves the Chief Economist function for many organizations, including the Maryland Bankers Association and Associated Builders and Contractors. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010. In 2022, he entered the Daily Record newspaper’s Circle of Influence. He is the Distinguished Economist in Residence at Goucher College, where he teaches History of Economic Thought. He holds four graduate degrees, including a J.D. and a Ph.D.
Sponsored by Aquino Financial Group, LLC., Carroll County Public Library, and ACNB Bank.

PM Connections - Human Services Programs of Carroll County (HSP)
2023-10-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc., 10 Distillery Drive, Suite G-1, Suite G-1, MD, 21157, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for a networking event hosted by Human Services Programs of Carroll County! 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.
Free for Members; $20 for Non-Members

Taneytown Business Breakfast
2023-10-13 07:30 - 09:00 | 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 month, 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 Commissioner Breakfast
2023-10-17 08:00 - 09:30 | Carroll County Public Library – Mt. Airy Branch, 705 Ridge Rd., Mt. Airy, MD, 21771
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for a Breakfast Meeting with your local Commissioner!
Featuring Commissioner Michael Guerin- District 4: Mount Airy & Woodbine.
An opportunity to meet with Carroll County Commissioners, learn about current issues, strengthen community ties, share information and get answers to important questions.
This event is proudly sponsored by: The Carroll County Public Library

Understanding Business Insurance
2023-10-17 09:00 - 2023-10-19 11:15 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
**This class is taught 1 on 1 with flexible scheduling throughout the month and can be either in-person at the college or via online.**
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 right size your insurance needs.

Ignite Carroll 11
2023-10-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main Street, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Ignite Carroll is a high-energy evening of presentations by people who have a burning idea and the guts to get on stage and share it with the crowd. The Ignite concept creates a platform for the sharing of ideas, passions, and knowledge. It puts multiple speakers in front of an audience with only 5 minutes to speak on a topic with a PowerPoint presentation of 20 slides that auto advances every 15 seconds. In these 5 minutes, they have a chance to enlighten the audience about their passions and – to speaking to this year’s theme – inspire an action they want to see in the community. BUT they have to “make it quick!”

Capture the Flag 15
2023-10-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd. (Rm. K100), Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
The Mid-Atlantic Gigabit Innovation Collaboratory (MAGIC) sponsors student programming to enhance workforce development for technology companies, particularly in the cybersecurity industry. Unlike many competitions out there, MAGIC events are positioned as entry-level beginner competitions to appeal to the widest possible population of students. High school, college, and nontraditional college students interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity are invited to participate.
This introductory Capture the Flag competition allows participants to get a feel for the cyber process in an environment designed to help competitors “learn” logical thinking skills and teamwork.
Do you like puzzles? Are you passionate about solving a mystery? Are you interested in pursuing a career in Cybersecurity? Want to be a super hero in the hacking world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then a Capture the Flag Ethical Hacking Cybersecurity competition may be the answer.
This in person event will be hosted at Carroll Community College.

Lunch About Nothing
2023-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Serra Restaurant & Bar on Main, 32 W. Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Lunch About Nothing is held the 4th Monday of the month from 12-1 at Rafael’s. It is open to all businesses, non profits and anyone who chooses to attend.
There is nothing to join and visitors purchase their own lunch.
Contact Lyndi McNulty at framing@gizmosart.com for more information or to get on the email list.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration: Finksburg Pharmacy
2023-10-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Finksburg Pharmacy, 2027 Suffolk Rd. #4, Finksburg, 21048, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration in honor of Finksburg Pharmacy’s 20th Anniversary! Refreshments and raffle giveaways. Ribbon cutting to take place at 11AM.

2023 MEDA Fall Conference - Innovations in Manufacturing
2023-10-25 08:00 - 16:00 | Antrim 1844, 30 Trevanion Road, Taneytown, 21787, United States
Maryland boasts a thriving manufacturing industry that ranges from value-added agricultural to advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing. This conference will provide insights to aid the economic development community in effectively supporting and nurturing this vibrant ecosystem.
Keynote: Kevin Atticks, Secretary, Maryland Department of Agriculture
Kevin Atticks, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Agriculture, will delve into the essential role of ag-technology and value-added agriculture in Maryland’s manufacturing industry. Secretary Atticks will shed light on the changing agricultural landscape and its influence on the state’s economy by exploring the strategies and initiatives propelling Maryland to the forefront of agricultural innovation.
Manufacturing Myths in Maryland 2023
Susan Chambers, CEO and President of Strouse Corporation
Susan Chambers will provide valuable insights into the state of manufacturing in Maryland. Her presentation aims to dispel common myths and misconceptions regarding manufacturing, both nationally and locally. Diving into the essential facets of the manufacturing sector, she will explore defining industry attributes, cultural diversity, robotics, career pathways, strategies for training, and the key factors contributing to overall success.
Detailed conference information in link below

Ribbon Cutting Celebration - Bullock's Family Restaurant
2023-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Bullock’s Family Restaurant, 2020 Sykesville Road, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us for the Grand Re-Opening Celebration of Bullock’s Family Restaurant.
Ribbon cutting to take place at 11 AM. More details to come!

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce PM Connections
2023-10-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Advantage Internet Marketing, 77 East Main Street Suite 301, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce for a networking event hosted by Advantage Internet Marketing! 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.
