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Commentary: Manufacturers Are Not a Rainy Day Fund for Government

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Bog Commentary: Manufacturers Are Not a Rainy Day Fund for Government Oct 16, 2024 In recent years, a troubling trend has emerged where local governments across the United States are resorting to lawsuits against manufacturers and businesses, demanding financial compensation for societal and environmental issues, regardless of any wrongdoing. This practice not only undermines the…

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Mary D. Kane marks three years as Maryland Chamber President & CEO

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BLOG Mary D. Kane marks three years as Maryland Chamber President & CEO Oct 11, 2024 Accomplishing Goals Through New Initiatives and Enhanced Advocacy As I reflect on my third anniversary as President & CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, I am proud of the progress and growth we have achieved, thanks to our…

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Seeking Host Companies and Educators for the 2025 Teacher Externship Program

Blog Seeking Host Companies and Educators for the 2025 Teacher Externship Program Oct 9, 2024 The Maryland Chamber Foundation is excited to announce that applications are now open for our 2025 Teacher Externship Program! This unique four-week summer program builds a bridge between educators and top Maryland businesses, empowering students with knowledge on future careers.…

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Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Friendliness

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Blog Charting Maryland’s Economic Competitiveness in 2024: Business Friendliness Oct 9, 2024 Examining Business Friendliness in Maryland Maryland’s alarming drop from 22nd to 31st in CNBC’s 2024 Top States for Business rankings, coupled with 32nd place in U.S. News’ Business Environment rankings, signals a clear and urgent threat to our state’s economic competitiveness. Challenges to…

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Maryland Chamber Update: September Insights and Upcoming Initiatives

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Blog Maryland Chamber Update: September Insights and Upcoming Initiatives Sep 25, 2024 Dear Members, As we enter fall, Maryland’s business landscape faces both challenges and opportunities. Our recent op-ed in The Baltimore Sun highlights a concerning drop in our state’s business rankings — a call to action for all of us. In response, we’re intensifying…

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Commentary: Maryland Must Reverse its Competitive Decline

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Bog Commentary: Maryland Must Reverse its Competitive Decline Sep 13, 2024 Maryland’s alarming slide from 22nd to 31st place in CNBC’s 2024 Top States for Business rankings is more than a statistic — it’s a glaring warning sign about our state’s economic competitiveness. This significant drop demands immediate attention and decisive action from policymakers, business leaders and…

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Meet the Host Companies and Educators Participating in Maryland Chamber Foundation’s 2024 Teacher Externship Program

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FOUNDATION Meet the Host Companies and Educators Participating in Maryland Chamber Foundation’s 2024 Teacher Externship Program Sep 4, 2024 As the Maryland Chamber Foundation’s 2024 Teacher Externship Program marks its sixth year of collaboration, we were excited to continue this unique workforce development program aimed at building the bridge between education and industry. This year,…

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Maryland Chamber Update: Summer Insights and Glimpse Ahead

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Blog Maryland Chamber Update: Summer Insights and Glimpse Ahead Aug 22, 2024 Dear Members, As summer unfolds, I wanted to share some key updates and initiatives from the Maryland Chamber. Welcoming Grason Wiggins to the Team We’re pleased to welcome Grason Wiggins as our new Vice President of Government Affairs. Grason brings extensive experience in…

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Maryland Chamber Welcomes Grason Wiggins as New Vice President of Government Affairs

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News Release Maryland Chamber Welcomes Grason Wiggins as New Vice President of Government Affairs Aug 8, 2024 ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Grason M. Wiggins as its new Vice President of Government Affairs. Wiggins brings extensive experience in legislative affairs and advocacy, positioning him to…

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