Posts by sawyercornelius
Say No to Taxing Services: Protecting Maryland’s Businesses and Families
JOINT STATEMENT Say No to Taxing Services: Protecting Maryland’s Businesses and Families Mar 6, 2024 Maryland business organizations oppose sales tax expansion Annapolis, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce, along with a coalition of businesses, local and regional chambers and associations from across the state, strongly opposes House Bill 1515. This legislation, titled “Sales…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber of Commerce Invites Nominations for Board of Directors
News Release Maryland Chamber of Commerce Invites Nominations for Board of Directors Feb 13, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce seeks committed, action-oriented leaders poised to make a tangible impact on Maryland’s business landscape to serve on its distinguished Board of Directors. Nominations are being accepted through March 1, 2024, for the term…
Read MoreNominations Open for the 2024 Rising Star Award and Community Impact Award
Blog Nominations Open for the 2024 Rising Star Award and Community Impact Award Feb 2, 2024 Nominate Exceptional Young Professionals for the 2024 Rising Star Award and Community-Minded Businesses for the Inaugural Community Impact Award The Rising Star Award honors outstanding young professionals, 40 years of age or younger, who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation…
Read MoreMaryland at a Crossroads: Will We Choose Competitiveness?
BLOG Maryland at a Crossroads: Will We Choose Competitiveness? Jan 22, 2024 Last week, Maryland’s foremost business leaders and policymakers gathered to chart the course for the state’s future, engaging in discussions about economic competitiveness, initiatives to strengthen the state’s business community and strategies to attract and retain businesses in Maryland. Key topics, including transportation,…
Read MoreTop Trends & Insights from the 2024 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland
Blog Top Trends & Insights from the 2024 Competitiveness Redbook for Maryland Jan 17, 2024 The 2024 Competitiveness Redbook is here The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has released its 2024 Competitiveness Redbook, providing an in-depth analysis of the state’s economic position across over 50 metrics. Now in its second year, the data and insights in…
Read MoreUnderstanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Technology
Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Technology Dec 20, 2023 Maryland has a sizable technology sector, providing high-paying jobs and innovation. However, the state is currently experiencing some declines in the share of total employment, median wages and growth of tech establishments when compared to neighboring states and regions. Economic Indicator Spotlight: Examining the…
Read MoreUnderstanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Manufacturing
Blog Understanding Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness: Spotlight on Manufacturing Dec 6, 2023 The information provided below is based on data from our 2023 Competitiveness Redbook. Please check back soon for an updated analysis of our 2024 data. As a pillar of Maryland’s economy, the manufacturing sector provides critical high-paying employment opportunities and fuels innovation statewide. The…
Read More2024 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues
ADVOCACY 2024 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues Nov 29, 2023 Every session presents us with an opportunity to educate lawmakers about the positive steps being taken by job creators to strengthen Maryland’s economy. Now available, our 2024 Legislative Priorities and Anticipated Critical Issues in Maryland serves as our guide for the coming legislative session,…
Read MoreCelebrating Progress & Advocacy on Behalf of Business
Blog Celebrating Progress & Advocacy on Behalf of Business Oct 11, 2023 It’s hard to believe that two years have passed since I took on the role of President & CEO at the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. As I reflect on the progress we have made during this time, I am profoundly proud of what…
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