Posts by sawyercornelius
Building Careers Without Debt: How Pohanka is Investing in Maryland’s Workforce
Heart of Business Building Careers Without Debt: How Pohanka is Investing in Maryland’s Workforce Jan 27, 2026 Pohanka Automotive Group is investing in Maryland’s future through innovative workforce training. Here’s how business-led solutions strengthen communities and economic competitiveness. Maryland’s workforce challenges are often discussed in terms of job openings and training gaps. But the deeper…
Read MoreMaryland Chamber Invites Nominations for Board of Directors
News Release Maryland Chamber Invites Nominations for Board of Directors Jan 26, 2026 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce — representing 7,000+ businesses from startups and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies — seeks exceptional leaders for our Board of Directors. Join Maryland’s most influential CEOs and executives in driving policies that shape…
Read MoreInform Policy Decisions in Annapolis: 2026 Business Climate Survey
Blog Inform Policy Decisions in Annapolis: 2026 Business Climate Survey Jan 21, 2026 Help Us Better Advocate for Your Business We want to hear how Maryland’s business climate, taxes and costs affect your business, employees and community. Your input will help shape policies that support Maryland families, workers and businesses. All responses are confidential unless…
Read MoreMaryland’s 2026 Legislative Session Begins Today
COMMENTARY Maryland’s 2026 Legislative Session Begins Today Jan 14, 2026 If you lead or work for a business in Maryland, the next 90 days will matter more than any in recent memory. This is not business as usual in Annapolis. Maryland is heading into a pivotal legislative session with real economic pressures, slowing business growth…
Read MoreA Turning Point for Maryland, and We’re Just Getting Started
COMMENTARY A Turning Point for Maryland, and We’re Just Getting Started Dec 22, 2025 To Maryland’s Business Leaders, This past year was a turning point. Maryland’s business community showed up — consistently, strategically and with one clear message: our voices matter. And because of your partnership, lawmakers listened intently. We pushed back on proposals that…
Read MoreMaryland’s Population Challenge: Maryland Is Losing People to Other States and Why It Matters
Blog Maryland’s Population Challenge: Maryland Is Losing People to Other States and Why It Matters Dec 18, 2025 Key Takeaways: Maryland’s Tax Climate Maryland’s Population Drain: The state has lost 18,509 residents to other states in just one year (July 2023–July 2024), ranking 45th nationally in domestic migration. Growth comes mainly from +53,100 international arrivals,…
Read More2026 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues
ADVOCACY 2026 Legislative Priorities & Anticipated Critical Issues Dec 9, 2025 Maryland’s greatest asset isn’t just its strategic location or talented workforce — it’s the bold, innovative spirit of our businesses that truly define our state. As we head into a challenging legislative session, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce will stand as the leading advocate…
Read MoreThe Buzz on Civics: Writing a Winning Essay
Civics Buzz The Buzz on Civics: Writing a Winning Essay Dec 9, 2025 Maryland middle schoolers: your essay is the first big step in the National Civics Bee®. This is your chance to showcase your ideas, creativity, and understanding of your community! This is not just another school assignment. It is an opportunity to think…
Read MoreCommentary: Rising energy costs demand action in Maryland
Bog Commentary: Rising energy costs demand action in Maryland Dec 9, 2025 Marylanders are increasingly feeling the strain of rising energy costs, a challenge compounded by growing electricity demand, slow permitting processes and the rapid retirement of older power plants. At our recent Policy Forum for Maryland’s Future event, leaders warned that without faster action…
Read MoreMaryland’s Tax Climate: Are We Pricing Ourselves Out of Growth?
Blog Maryland’s Tax Climate: Are We Pricing Ourselves Out of Growth? Dec 2, 2025 Key Takeaways: Maryland’s Tax Climate The Tax Trap: Maryland ranks 46th in the newly released 2026 State Tax Competitiveness Index. Neighbors are pulling ahead: Virginia (30th), Delaware (24th), Pennsylvania (36th). This isn’t just about high rates — it’s a complex, unpredictable…
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