Lunch About Nothing
2025-01-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

1 Million Cups Westminster
2025-01-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-02-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-12 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 PM Connections
2025-01-30 16:00 - 18:00 | North Carroll Community School, 401 Stone Road, Westminster, 21158, United States
A networking event hosted by North Carroll Community School! 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.

Miller Resources for Entrepreneurs & Small Business Classes & Workshops
2025-02-01 08:00 - 12:45, 2025-03-01 08:00 - 12:45 | Carroll Community College Washington Road Campus, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Designed to help start and/or build your business, these Classes & Workshops are designed to be one-on-one private sessions with flex scheduling to meet your needs. These Classes & Workshops are offered throughout the month and students can choose either an in-person or a virtual online format. Students can choose the class or workshop from the list below:
• Website Development Workshop
• Understanding Accounting and Financial Statements
• Customized Business Development Workshop
• And Away We Grow – Business Essentials
• And Away We Grow – Marketing
• Blogging Workshop
• How to Start and Market Your Business Online
• Small Business Marketing Workshop
• Social Media Content Creation
• How to Pitch Your Business
• Increasing Sales Thru Business & Social Networking
• How to Maximize the Value of Your Business
• Raising Money Through Crowd Funding
• Understanding Business Insurance
**Note: All classes list above have cost of $209 each except for Customized Business Development Workshop is $398. **

Carroll Business Network
2025-02-03 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-03-03 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

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Carroll Biz Challenge Kickoff
2025-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Carroll Community College (Bollinger Conference Center K100), 1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS
Carroll Biz Challenge Kickoff Event for Entrepreneurs
Whether you are in it to win it or offer your support and expertise as a local business, this event will give you everything you need to prepare for the Carroll Biz Challenge 2025.
Hear from guest speakers.
Meet past contestants and winners.
Learn how to create a great application.
Get all your questions answered.
The application period opens immediately afterward!

Carroll County Agribusiness Breakfast
2025-02-06 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-03-06 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
2025-02-06 08:30 - 09:45 | 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 SHRM Meeting w/ Becca Pearce
2025-02-11 08:00 - 10:00 | Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Rd. (Rm. K100), Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
“Creating Change: The Keys to Making Lasting Change”
Becca Pearce is a strong-willed executive who has spent most of her career in strategic and leadership positions within the health insurance arena – working for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and Kaiser Permanente. In 2011, she was chosen by Governor O’Malley to be the CEO of the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange. After two years, she lost her job when the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange faced public setbacks. She went on to serve as a Vice President within the University of Maryland Medical System and soon thereafter received a devastating health diagnosis that she had a massive brain tumor — from which she has since recovered.
These personal and professional events instilled humility, a transformative view of vulnerability, and a deep appreciation for optimism within Becca. Recognizing the profound impact work stress had on her personal life, she discovered a new passion, helping others thrive, which inspired her to start Extend Coaching & Consulting. With expertise in navigating politically charged situations and a nuanced understanding of where emotions fit and don’t fit in today’s world, Becca helps leaders go from being influential to inspirational. Specializing in C-suite executives and business owners known for their passion and successes, Becca helps elevate their focus and pave the way to grow their businesses, so they can change the world.
Tickets
$0.00 Current member of CC SHRM
$30.00 Not a current member of Carroll County SHRM
https://carrollcountyshrm.org/

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2025-02-11 09:30 - 11:00 | Chicken Salad Chick, 255 Baltimore Blvd. Ste. 7, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Chicken Salad Chick!
9:30AM – Presentation begins.

Check presented to Bridging Life, Carroll County Hospice Center.
Ribbon Cutting
Refreshments

More information to come…

Designed to Thrive - Timeless Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Talent
2025-02-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, MD, United States
In this webinar, you’ll learn proven methods for building a high-performing workforce by aligning your talent acquisition strategy with business goals, creating a compelling employer brand, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience. Gain actionable tools to recruit proactively, hire with intention, and foster a culture that retains top talent. Attendees will leave equipped to enhance hiring outcomes and create a thriving workplace that attracts and retains the best people.
Presenter, Kristen Magni, Founder/Principal Consultant, C Future, LLC
Instructions: Please contact Diane McFarland, dianemcf@umd.edu to register for this session.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce County Budget Update
2025-02-13 12:00 - 13:30 | ACTS Fairhaven, 7200 Third St., Sykesville, 21784, United States
Join us for our annual County Budget Update meeting featuring Ted Zaleski, Director of Management & Budget, Carroll County Government. Ted will report on the County Budget FY 2025 and beyond.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2025-02-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Planet Fitness – Eldersburg, 6300 Georgetown Blvd. #107, Eldersburg, 21784, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Planet Fitness – Eldersburg! Starting at 10am, throughout the day, everyone in attendance can enjoy free workouts and complimentary PF Black Card® amenities!
From 5 to 7 p.m., the Grand Open House will culminate in a live remote with 100.7 The Bay and ribbon/cake cutting ceremony! Doorbuster giveaways will go to the first 50 people in attendance for the ribbon cutting, which will also include prize drawings and a $1,000 check presentation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County.

Ready, Set, Go!
2025-02-27 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, April 24, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18025
Thursday, May 22, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18026
Thursday, June 26, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18027
Thursday, July 24, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18028
Thursday, August 28, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18029
Thursday, Sept 25, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18191
Thursday, October 23, 2025 – https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/18192

*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 PM Connections
2025-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Carroll Lutheran School, 1738 Old Taneytown Road, Westminster, 21158, United States
A networking event hosted by Carroll Lutheran School! 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.

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2025-02-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Tobacco on Main St., 133 E. Main Street, Suite 2C, Westminster, 21157, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Tobacco on Main St ! Event begins with a ribbon cutting at 2PM with raffles and giveaways throughout the event!

Carroll Business Network Luncheon
2025-03-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Tony’s Japanese Restaurant, 1213 Liberty Rd, Sykesville, MD, 21784, United States
Attend the Carroll Business Network luncheon event at Tony’s Japanese Restaurant on March 3rd, 2025, featuring Darren Peyton, Assistant Regional Director, MD Small Business Development Center (Northern Region), speaking about Building a Budget for your small Business! Pre-purchasing your lunch fee is $22 Purchasing your lunch fee at the door is $25.
As part of this role Darren has consulted with hundreds of small businesses to ensure growth and sustainability with measurable economic impact of 75+ new businesses created, 600+ job supported, sales increases of over $45M, and over $53M capital secured. Darren is also an AASBC Accredited Small Business Consultant, FranFit Certified , and a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP).
Join us for engaging and insightful networking. Learn about other business owners and build authentic connections, foster meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impression. Network effectively and leverage your connections for personal and professional growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your networking prowess and unlock new opportunities!

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Celebration
2025-03-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Joseph J diMonda Agency, 1514 Liberty Road, Sykesville, 21784, United States
Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Joseph J. diMonda Agency LLC.’s new location! Ribbon to be cut at 3:15PM. More information to come…

Carroll County Chamber of Commerce AM Connections
2025-03-05 08:30 - 09:30 | American Legion Carroll Post 31, 2 Sycamore Street, 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 Orientation
2025-03-06 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 Chamber of Commerce Member Luncheon
2025-03-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Carroll Hospital Shauck Auditorium, 291 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
Join us for a Member Luncheon at Carroll Hospital, a LifeBridge Health Center
Topic: The Partnerships Worksite Wellness Program
Speakers:
Introduction-Dorothy Fox, Executive Director & CEO
Topic- Tasha Cramer, Director, Community Health & Addy Eslinger, Community Health Improvement Specialist

A Christmas Market Adventure in the Heart of the Alps - Informational Meeting/Webinar
2025-03-13 18:45 - 20:00 | Explorations Common at 50 East, 50 East Main St., Westminster, MD, 21157, United States
The Carroll County Chamber is going on a Christmas Markets Adventure!
Join us for this informational meeting/webinar to learn more about our upcoming Chamber Markets Trip! You do NOT need to be a Chamber Member to join us on the trip and take advantage of this amazing deal! This trip is scheduled for December 6-14, 2025. You may join us for this webinar LIVE at Exploration Commons or via zoom (please indicate your attendance during registration).
About the Trip:
Imagine yourself embarking on an enchanting Christmas Market journey, where each day is filled with the timeless beauty & rich culture of the heart of Europe. Begin with an extended 7-night stay in Innsbruck, nestled in the breathtaking Tyrolean mountains, & immerse yourself in the charm of fairytale castles & the magical Christmas markets of Austria, Italy, & Germany. Discover Munich & marvel at Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Wander through Innsbruck, the proud host of the 1964 & 1976 Winter Olympics, & explore scenic Merano. Savor the unique atmosphere of Austrian coffee houses & lose yourself in the “Sound of Music” countryside. Journey through the Austrian & Italian Alps, visit the imperial city of Salzburg & relax in sleepy Tyrolean villages. Experience a traditional Tyrolean dinner & folklore show, & meet the legendary Iceman Ötzi. Breathe in the fresh mountain air while tracing the musical history of Mozart, Beethoven, & Strauss. Then extend for another 2 nights & head through the picturesque Wachau Valley, explore the magnificent Melk Abbey & experience the historic streets of Vienna & Bratislava. This unforgettable adventure perfectly blends natural beauty, cultural heritage, & festive delight.

Taneytown Business Breakfast
2025-03-14 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 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.
