Congratulations To Chamber Member
Fulton Bank

Fulton Bank opened a new financial center in Federal Hill located at 1100 Light Street. On Thursday, April 7th Mayor Brandon Scott, City Council President Nick Mosby, Councilman Eric Costello, Visit Baltimore, the Baltimore City Chamber and other community leaders celebrated together for the ribbon cutting ceremony.

Fulton Bank has been a partner and member of the Chamber for the past year. Congratulations to Philip Allan, Financial Center Manager, Latoya Watson, Universal Banker, and Sheryl Phelps, Financial Center Supervisor for making a difference in our community.
Upcoming Chamber Events
4/12/22 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Public Policy Committee Meeting
Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park

Join Chris Costello, Lobbyist to hear what is happening in our City and in Annapolis as the legislative session of the Maryland General Assembly is coming to an end on
April 11, 2022.


4/20/22
6:00pm - 8:00pm (doors open at 5:30)
Panelist Discussion: Diversity in Business; Not A Bad Word

Guest speakers:

  • Margia Argüello, Sr. Business Development Manager, MD Department of Commerce
  • Quinn Conyers, Motivational Speaker and Author
  • Teresa Evans, Listings Account Manager, Nasdaq, Inc.
  • Randy Marsh, Vice President of Operations at the Children's Defense Fund

Limited Seats are available, but this will also be hybrid!

For in person - Register Here To join online - Register Here

The University of Maryland and the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce are taking action!
Panel Talk Tuesday April 26, 2022 7-8PM
Join The Contract Doctor - Paul Gardner

He will discuss the importance of having contracts in place and provide tips to support new decisions.

4/27/22
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Young Professionals Committee
1st Happy Hour at
Vida Taco

Come out for our 1st In-person networking Happy Hour hosted by the YPC Under 40 Committee. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow Chamber members and young entrepreneurs in the local community.

4/28/22 6:30- 7:30pm
Virtual Young Professionals Committee Meeting

Did you make it to the happy hour? Want to learn more about the YPC, please join us for a pow wow. Our 40 and under crew wants to meet you!

5/12/22

6:00pm -8:00pm

Join Us for a night of networking and fun!

Swinging Into A New Season!

Join Us For the Chamber's Inaugural
Golf Classic
Friday, June 17, 2022
Mt. Pleasant Golf Course
7:00am Registration
8:00am Shotgun Start

Golf Chair: Chamber Member
Mike Wilson, CEO
Prime Three Software

Golf Vice-Chair and Board Member
Rob Morton, Owner
Photography by Tre'Lynn

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, SILENT AUCTION, RAFFLE,
PRIZES, DJ, AND MANY MORE
THE ULTIMATE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY
SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE!

Call Lenora Henry, Executive Director for more information
443-860-2020.

Golf Sponsors to Date!
CHASON MEDIATION, LLC
James R. Chason, Attorney
Join A Chamber Volunteer Committee!

The Chamber wants members to get involved with our Events, Membership, Public Policy, Young Professionals or Woman’s Leadership Committee. This is an opportunity to develop relationships and exchange ideas with other business owners and corporations. To learn more, reach out to Lenora Henry, Executive Director at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org
Welcome Our New Chamber Members

Bea Jarrar, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships 
Vellum Mortgage Inc.
Vellum Mortgage is a home mortgage lender created to elevate the mortgage experience for clients, employees as well as business partners. Our mission is to provide a transparent loan process, backed by quality and integrity. These are the principles of the name we’re founded on. We’re redefining the mortgage experience, and making it easier and more enjoyable as a result.
Contact Info: Bjarrar@vellummortgage.com and 571-721-8776
 
Sign up to be a member soon because many of the events that are currently open to all will become members only very soon. We don't want you to miss out on the opportunity to have access to all of the new resourceful business opportunities that we have in store for you this year!
Check out all of our events! (HERE) Many more coming soon....
GRANT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
GoFundMe Small Business Relief Initiative 
GoFundMe will issue $500 matching grants to qualifying businesses that raise at least $500 on GoFundMe. Learn more here.
Grant for Non-profit Organizations
Baltimore City has established an online application process for the American Rescue Plan Act funding to support projects for City agencies and nonprofit organizations. Projects must have a minimum grant request of $250,000 to be considered.


For additional questions or assistance regarding the application process, please contact arp@baltimorecity.gov
What's Happening

 
Want to Become a Corporate Partner?

The Baltimore City Chamber wants to partner with YOU! The Chamber offers a variety of affordable sponsorship packages which provide the opportunity to have your business promoted in our weekly emails, website, and more! Contact Lenora Henry, Executive Director to schedule a meeting and learn more how to engage with the Chamber at Executivedirector@baltimorecitychamber.org
Business Promotions of The Week
Please email us at info@baltimorecitychamber.org in order to be featured in our Weekly Messages from the Chairwoman.

Need Help Creating Your Marketing Plan?
You can have the best product or service on the market, but without a great marketing strategy, you may struggle to acquire sales.

Owner of Qween of All Tradez LLC, Tyanna Ellisse, has released The Ultimate Marketing Guide Workbook. The book helps new female entrepreneurs and small business owners learn marketing fundamentals while guiding them on how to develop their own marketing plan.

Chamber Member Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland has classes!
Creating a more peaceful world, one mind at a time.
New classes with Resident Teacher Gen Chogden starting this week
Meditation for Modern Life: Breaking Through Loneliness
Thursdays at 6:30 & Sundays at 10:30

Wednesdays at 5:50 with Teacher Marlene Robinson

Chamber Member Vonnya Pettigrew of Root Branch Media Group is is an award-winning media production and communications firm headquartered in Baltimore City’s Woodberry community. Root Branch is 100% African American and Woman Owned with MBE and WBE certification in the state of Maryland services include creative development, story-boarding, script writing, casting,
cinematography, photography, sound design, graphic design, web design and live streaming. RBMG produce media campaigns,
commercials, promotional videos, training videos, television programming, radio spots, short films and documentaries.
RBMG offers a COVID compliant safe certified production studio fully outfitted with the industry’s standard top of the line
equipment including 4K Black Magic Cameras, Sennheiser Microphones, Aperture Lighting, Teleprompter, Dolly Tracks, and a
multitude of backdrops and green screen. The in-house editing suite is equipped with Adobe Premier and is backed up on our
G-Drive media storage.

To learn more about Root Branch Media Group visit https://www.rootbranchmediagroup.com

Chamber Member Joanna Bartholomew of O'Hara Development Partners are restoring communities one block at a time! "Reducing vacant houses and vacant lots not only leads to an attractive area to reside in, but it improves one’s mental health and overall quality of life." Many studies have demonstrated that adding trees to empty lots and lessening trash results in a reduction in the reported number of depression cases in an area.

To learn more about how you can become a Donor or Sponsor, visit https://www.oharacdc.org/sponsor. If you would like to discuss in more detail how you or your organization can volunteer or provide any additional support, please send an email to info@oharadev.com.
Chamber Member Wayne S. Stewart of Stewart Design Agency
Company Overview & Offer: Has COVID-19 made you take a hard look at your digital branding? Does your organization need a new website? With over 14 years of experience designing and building custom internet based applications, Stewart Design Agency a Minority Certified Business, can take your business online presents to the next level. We offer exceptional, digital branding, custom website design/development, web application hosting, social media management and content management system training. Book your FREE Consultation today by clicking the link below.
 

Website Address: www.sdagency.net
E-mail Address: info@sdagency.net
Phone Number: 443-429-0494
Contact Person: Wayne S. Stewart
Chamber Member Yolanda Harrison offers Life Insurance, Retirement, and Financial Repair Specialist assistance for anyone looking for a healthy financial situation, she assists with getting on a sound plan, protected, and prepared. The key to transforming financial situations begins with customized services.
Schedule a free financial consultation, today at yolandaharrison.org/home or info@yolandaharrison.org
Want Your Business Highlighted in
Our Weekly Emails?
Please email us at info@baltimorecitychamber.org in order to be featured in our Weekly Messages from the Chairwoman.

In the email please include the following:
  • Business name
  • Brief 4-7 sentences explaining what your company does and the product/ service that you would like to be highlighted.
  • A link to your website
  • An email and/or number for members to contact you
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  • Motivational Videos
  • Updates on Events
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Sincerely,

Kimberly Castle Royster
Chairwoman
Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce 443-860-2020 www.baltimorecitychamber.org