Small Business Appreciation Week
By: Amy Berry, President & CEO Last month’s Small Business Awards Celebration was the perfect kick-off to Small Business Week this week! Click here for
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By: Amy Berry, President & CEO Last month’s Small Business Awards Celebration was the perfect kick-off to Small Business Week this week! Click here for
By: Amy Berry, President & CEO What a privilege it has been to represent the Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce this week. Outside of our Chamber-hosted
Meet the 2026 Small Business Award winners and celebrate the local businesses making an impact across Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
Moving Through Crossover Season With crossover behind us in the Maryland General Assembly, lawmakers are entering one of the busiest stretches of the session. Budget
The Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the winners of its 2026 Small Business Awards. Each year, we recognize and celebrate outstanding businesses and organizations that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to the local community of Anne Arundel County. This year’s award recipients represent a diverse and inspiring group of leaders who embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and community impact.
As we move deeper into session, things are picking up quickly in Annapolis. Lawmakers are juggling a wide range of issues impacting businesses—from workforce regulations and healthcare access to pricing policies and energy legislation—all while keeping an eye on broader economic pressures.
It’s March, which means the Madness is about to begin! Membership Madness is when our members compete to recruit the most number of new members,
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce Ladies of Commerce invites you to a powerful morning of connection, conversation, and financial empowerment at our annual Women’s History Month Breakfast.
This year’s theme — She Means Business: Finance Edition — brings together local female leaders in finance for an engaging panel discussion focused on helping women strengthen their financial future. Attendees will gain practical insights on investing wisely, accessing capital, and protecting personal and business assets for long-term success.
A few big federal issues are spilling into the Maryland Statehouse this session. The Supreme Court recently tossed out a large chunk of the tariffs put in place under President Trump, saying they went beyond presidential authority. Now the administration is trying to bring the tariff program back using a different part of federal law this path may end up in court too.
February 18, 2026 We’re getting a welcome break from the cold this week, and last week we had a visit from a group of Buddhist
Each year, the Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce celebrates the businesses and leaders who drive innovation, create jobs, and contribute to the vitality of Anne Arundel County through the Small Business Awards. We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 Small Business Awards in the following categories: Emerging Business of the Year | Women Owned Business of the Year | Minority Owned Business of the Year | Small Business of the Year | Non-Profit of the Year
February 9, 2026 We’re keeping a close eye on what’s happening in the General Assembly, especially bills that could affect your business. So far, the