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Maryland Chamber Promotes Abbi Ludwig, Hannah Allen, Sawyer Cornelius to New Roles

News Release Maryland Chamber Promotes Abbi Ludwig, Hannah Allen, Sawyer Cornelius to New Roles Jun 12, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce, our state’s leading voice for business, is pleased to announce the promotions of several staff members to new roles, effective immediately. These include Director of Marketing and Communications Abbi Ludwig…

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2024 Legislative Report Now Available

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ADVOCACY 2024 Legislative Report Now Available Jun 4, 2024 Every day in Maryland, policy decisions are made that have a direct impact on our state’s business community, employers and overall economic competitiveness. The Maryland Chamber of Commerce, representing over 7,000 member businesses, serves as the unified voice on behalf of businesses in the state of…

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Commentary: Addressing Long-Term Impacts of Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

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Commentary Commentary: Addressing Long-Term Impacts of Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse May 16, 2024 The Building Bridges to Recovery Coalition, comprised of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and other leading organizations in our state, quickly mobilized following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge to survey affected businesses. The findings reveal the incident’s widespread…

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Maryland Chamber Foundation to Host 15 Statewide Finalists in the 2024 National Civics Bee®: Maryland Finals

2023 National Civics Bee: Maryland Finals 2nd Place Winner

News Release Maryland Chamber Foundation to Host 15 Statewide Finalists in the 2024 National Civics Bee®: Maryland Finals May 2, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Middle school students from across Maryland will soon compete in the third annual National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals competition hosted by the Maryland Chamber Foundation in partnership with The Civic…

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2024 Legislative Recap and Achievements

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COMMENTARY 2024 Legislative Recap and Achievements Apr 25, 2024 As we reflect on Maryland’s 2024 legislative session, we can take pride in the impact achieved when Maryland’s business community speaks with one voice. While this legislative session was filled with challenges for businesses, including the threat of burdensome regulations, increased costs and state budget deficits,…

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Meet the 2024 Inspire MD Award Winners

Sheela Murthy, Founder & President of Murthy Law Firm and inductee into the Maryland Business Hall of Fame in 2023, poses with Mary D. Kane, President & CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce during the annual Inspire MD event.

Blog Meet the 2024 Inspire MD Award Winners Apr 17, 2024 Get ready to be inspired! The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize several outstanding Maryland business visionaries, entrepreneurs and community leaders at our 2024 Inspire MD event. This year, we are honored to present an esteemed inductee into the prestigious Maryland Business…

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Statewide Coalition Launches to Support Business Recovery

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News Release Statewide Coalition Launches to Support Business Recovery Apr 5, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — In response to the catastrophic Key Bridge collapse, a number of leading business organizations across Maryland have united to form the Building Bridges to Recovery Coalition. The coalition includes the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Greater Baltimore Committee, World Trade Center…

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Real-Time Key Bridge Collapse Resources

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Key Bridge Response Real-Time Key Bridge Collapse Resources Apr 2, 2024 Introducing our live blog providing real-time updates on economic assistance available for businesses, workers and communities affected by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. For detailed information, please refer to the linked resources below. Resources for Businesses Resources for Businesses Affected by Key Bridge…

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Resources for Workers Affected by Key Bridge Collapse

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Key Bridge Response Resources for Workers Affected by Key Bridge Collapse Apr 1, 2024 In the wake of the recent Key Bridge collapse, many workers in Maryland find themselves confronting unforeseen challenges and uncertainties. Whether directly affected or concerned about the broader implications for employment and livelihoods, it’s important to know what support is available.…

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