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Maryland’s Hidden Potential: Why World-Class Assets Aren’t Translating to Economic Leadership
Blog Maryland’s Hidden Potential: Why World-Class Assets Aren’t Translating to Economic Leadership Aug 28, 2025 Maryland is grappling with a significant budget deficit that recent tax increases and spending cuts during the 2025 legislative session have only partially addressed. Despite these measures, economic growth continues to lag behind peer states. The state is outspending its…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Promotes Grason M. Wiggins to Senior Vice President of Government Affairs
News Release Maryland Chamber Promotes Grason M. Wiggins to Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Aug 28, 2025 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce announced today that Grason M. Wiggins has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, effective immediately. This promotion reflects Wiggins’ exceptional leadership since joining the Chamber in…
Read MoreThe Wake-Up Call Maryland Can’t Ignore
Blog The Wake-Up Call Maryland Can’t Ignore Aug 19, 2025 32nd in business rankings. 9th highest corporate tax rate. Losing nearly 19,000 residents annually to other states. These aren’t just numbers — they’re warning signs. While you’ve been focused on running your business, Maryland has been quietly slipping in the competitiveness race. The question isn’t…
Read MoreMaryland’s Business Climate: Progress in Pockets, But a Warning Sign Overall
Blog Maryland’s Business Climate: Progress in Pockets, But a Warning Sign Overall Jul 15, 2025 The latest CNBC Top States for Business rankings confirm what many Maryland employers already feel on the ground: while there are encouraging signs in certain areas, our state continues to struggle with overall business competitiveness — especially compared to our…
Read More2025 Legislative Report Now Available
ADVOCACY 2025 Legislative Report Now Available Jun 16, 2025 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…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber of Commerce Announces Board of Directors for 2025-2026
News Release Maryland Chamber of Commerce Announces Board of Directors for 2025-2026 May 12, 2025 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has announced its newly elected Executive Committee for the 2025-2026 term, with Amir Ahmadzadeh, Vice President at Atwell, stepping into the role of Chair. The leadership team will guide the Chamber’s continued…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Hosts Tradepoint Atlantic Tour and Leadership Roundtable for Young Professionals
Blog Maryland Chamber Hosts Tradepoint Atlantic Tour and Leadership Roundtable for Young Professionals May 5, 2025 On April 29, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce hosted an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Tradepoint Atlantic in Baltimore County. The event, part of the Chamber’s HYPE: Helping Young Professionals Excel series, presented by UnitedHealthcare, attracted more than 50 attendees…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Foundation to Host 9 Statewide Finalists in the 2025 National Civics Bee®: Maryland Finals
News Release Maryland Chamber Foundation to Host 9 Statewide Finalists in the 2025 National Civics Bee®: Maryland Finals Apr 30, 2025 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Middle school students from across Maryland will soon compete in the fourth annual National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals competition hosted by the Maryland Chamber Foundation in partnership with The Civic…
Read MoreWhy Businesses Like Yours Trust Us to Deliver Results
COMMENTARY Why Businesses Like Yours Trust Us to Deliver Results Apr 9, 2025 Because of your support, we delivered when it mattered most. This legislative session, while Maryland lawmakers advanced proposals that could have severely impacted our business climate, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce stood firm — and stood up for you. Backed by engaged…
Read MoreAnnouncing the 2025 Inspire MD Award Winners
Blog Announcing the 2025 Inspire MD Award Winners Apr 8, 2025 The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present this year’s honorees who will be celebrated on May 8 The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the distinguished individuals and organizations who will be recognized at our 2025 Inspire MD event on…
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