The Glover Report: Maryland Black Business Update
MARCH CALENDAR OF BUSINESS EVENTS
By Doni Morton Glover, www.bmorenews.com
(March 8, 2009) – Despite burgeoning debt, credit crunches, the overall sense of hopelessness and despair – I have always believed that as long as there is life, there is hope.
So, rather than be dismal and negative, I say let’s focus on what is happening and how to be a part of it.
Before I go on, let me say “kudos” to two Marylanders who continuously keep us up to par when it comes to business events. Michael Graham and David Byrd, two dear friends, deserve a mound of accolades for their stamina and tenacity when it comes to dishing out emails. They send targeted and screened information out on a regular basis pertaining to everything from college scholarships to White House employment opportunities to upcoming business conferences. They certainly keep me abreast, and for that, I am grateful. Thank you, gentlemen!
Now, let’s consider the following events as opportunities for growth and development. We should know that right now, it is very important to keep our eye on the ball. While businesses are closing all around us, there are others who have simply found the faith, drive and determination to succeed.
As a small business owner, I know how tough it is. I also know how sweet it can be when things finally come together. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint at heart. It is for the faithful few who have found what it takes to have more than a job. Remember: For the entrepreneur, it is a lifetime journey, and although the way may be difficult at times, there are sweet rewards for following one’s vision. So, be encouraged!
MARCH CALENDAR OF BUSINESS EVENTS
On Tuesday, March 17, 2009 (11:30 am to 1:30 pm), the Women Business Owners of Prince George’s County’s (WBO-PGC) March Meeting will feature a seminar on “Unraveling the Mystery of Marketing, Advertising and Technology” at the Country Club at Woodmore,12320 Pleasant Prospect, Mitchellville, MD 20721. The WBO-PGC exists to educate, support and empower women business owners whose business serves Prince George's County, Maryland. FMI, visit http://www.wbo.org/.
On Friday, March 20, 2009 (7:30 am to 12 noon), there will be a Minority Business Enterprise Conference dubbed "Building Opportunities with the Department of Defense" hosted by Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards & Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown at Bowie State University's Center for Learning and Technology. Invited Agencies include:
· DoD Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Office
· Army Office of Small Business Programs
· Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
· Air Force Office of Small Business Programs
· Navy SBIR Office
· Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Small Business Office
· Plus many more.................................
Learn how to secure over $500 million available with DoD contracts; Network with contracting officials; Learn about other BRAC-related opportunities. FREE Conference. Limited space. R.S.V.P. required. Please send attached registration form to mbeconference@gov.state.md.us by March 13, 2009.
Registration Form for Minority Business Enterprise Conference ("Building Opportunities with the Department of Defense"):
Name _______________________________________________________
Title ________________________________________________________
Company Name _______________________________________________
Mailing Address _______________________________________________
City______________________________________State______________
Zip Code _______________
Phone Number ( ) ________________________
Fax Number ( ) ________________________
Email Address ________________________________________________
Please list type of business (e.g., telecommunications, hospitality, security, research, etc.)
On Monday, March 23, 2009 (6 to 8 pm), there will be a Spring Business Meeting/Mixer hosted by the Anne Arundel County Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Committee and its partners at the Rockfish Raw Bar & Grill in Annapolis/Eastport. The Rockfish is a local "watering" hole for legislators attending the 2009 Maryland General Assembly. This will also be an opportunity to meet state representatives. FMI, contact Joanne Jackson, M/SBE Coordinator of the Anne Arundel Office of Central Services, 2660 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401. Her phone number is 410.222.7667.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2009 (10 am to 2 pm), The Baltimore County Purchasing Division will host one of its regular procurement open houses to educate vendors on the county's procurement process and to give businesses an opportunity to meet the purchasing staff face-to-face to ask questions and network amongst themselves. There is no cost to attend this event. However, registration is required as seating is limited. Registrations will be accepted online on a first come first serve basis. FMI and online registrations, select the Open House Invitations and Upcoming Events link on Purchasing's main page www.baltimorecountymd.gov/purchasing. Procurement outreach/open house attendance is NOT required in order to participate in the Baltimore County procurement process.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2009 (6 to 8 pm), the Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce, The Black Taurus Group and Doni Glover’s www.bmorenews.com present the March Soiree ’09 - Business Networking at its Finest! – at the New Baltimore Hilton Hotel’s Diamond Tavern (www.diamondtavern.com), 401 West Pratt Street. Special guests include Baltimore City State’s Attorney Patricia Jessamy and a number of business professionals from Howard County, including Gloria Mayfield Banks (the #1 Mary Kay Salesperson in the USA and wife to construction magnate Ken Banks of Banks Construction), Larry Collins (Executive Director of the Howard County Tech Council), and Dino Rodwell (Adventia Systems). While this is a FREE event, please RSVP to Phenomenal-Events.com at 443.223.8759 as space is limited.
On Wednesday, March 25, 2009 (8 to 9:30 am), The Greater Baltimore Committee presents “Taxation Strategies for Your Business” at the Greater Baltimore Committee, 111 South Calvert Street, Suite 1700, Baltimore, MD 21202. Registration: 7:30 am. GBC members & non-members: $25. Speakers include Monique Booker, Partner, SB & Company, LLC and Sheila Eichelberger, Partner, SB & Company, LLC. FMI, please contact Kisha Lashley at 410.727.2820, ext.19 or kishal@gbc.org. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sara Bruszewski at 410.727.2820, ext.29 or sarab@gbc.org.
On Wednesday, March 25, 2009 (8 am to 5 pm), GettingThere4Him, Inc. and K. C. Ford present the 4th Annual “How-To Conference for Small Businesses” at the Comfort Inn, 4500 Crain Highway, Bowie, MD. There will be unlimited workshops for one price; also includes: Continental breakfast and lunch; Conference Networking Journal with year-round resources; Participation in one-on-one meetings with agency representatives;
Plenty of opportunities to network with other businesses, guest speakers, and exhibitors. The keynote speaker is Anthony C. Nelson, Ph.D., Dean, School of Business, Bowie State University. Cost: March 1st - March 20th: $60; March 21st - March 25th: $80. FMI, visit http://www.howtoconference.com or call Ms. KC Ford at 301.218.1065.
Also on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 (8 am to 12:30 pm), the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) presents the Women’s Expo 2009 at the WSSC RGH BUILDING-Auditorium, 14501 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, MD 20707. Event Highlights include: Keynotee Speaker Ms. Sharon Pinder, President/CEO of The Pinder Group, LLC; Networking Opportunities; The opportunity to meet WSSC Staff Members from the Acquisition Department, Logistics Department, IT, Customer Care, Construction and A/E Department, and more! Come and gain information on how to become a Certified MBE, WBE with WBENC, apply for WSSC's Small Local Business Enterprise
Program (SLBE), and discover local programs that assist small business women-owned and minority-owned business and guide them to success. RSVP to the SLMBE Office at 301.206.8800 or email slmbe@wsscwater.com.
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Networking Breakfast for Small Businesses in Baltimore City Thursday March 26th 7:30am - 9:00am call 410-982-2025 for reservations Bring your literature, business cards and have your 60 second commercial prepared
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