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The Green Bank Partners with the City of Rockville to Boost Climate Resilience
Montgomery County, MD (July 25, 2024) – The City of Rockville and the Montgomery County Green Bank (MCGB) are excited to announce a new partnership to enhance Rockville’s Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (RFMAP). This collaboration aims to improve community resilience to climate change impacts through expanded outreach and increased support for low- and moderate-income communities. Rockville’s Climate Action Plan, adopted in January 2022, focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and helping the
Rockville Economic Development. Inc. announces Nancy Regelin as new Chair of Board of Directors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Amanda Bosland Director of Marketing & Communications Rockville Economic Development, Inc. (REDI) amanda@rockvilleredi.org Rockville Economic Development. Inc. announces Nancy Regelin as new Chair of Board of Directors Rockville, Md. Rockville Economic Development, Inc. (REDI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nancy Regelin as the new Chair of the Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2024. Nancy has been a member of REDI's Board since 2010, served as
The 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program Guide is now available
The 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program Guide is now available SBA's newest pilot program, the 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program, is going live on August 1st. Download the 7(a) WCP Program Guide at this temporary link. In the next few business days, it will be posted, along with training, on SBA's Training on Demand page. We will be adding more training on WCP in the coming weeks and months. SBA's webpage on the 7(a) WCP is now live. SBA's 7(a) WCP offers monitored lines of credit within
GREATER ROCKVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTS BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EXPO
GREATER ROCKVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTS BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EXPO Network, discover, and expand your business. ROCKVILLE, MD — July 16, 2024— The Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) is thrilled to announce its next business and community expo, expanding this year to include community organizations. The event is free and open to the public to attend. Local businesses and community organizations can purchase a table to highlight their organizations. The GRCC is hosting this broader event to
SBA Business Recovery Centers in MD to Close
NEWS RELEASE Disaster Field Operations Center East Release Date: May 30, 2024 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.gov Release Number: 24-387 MD 20258 Follow us on X, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram SBA Business Recovery Centers in Maryland to Close ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today it will permanently close its Business Recovery Centers in Maryland on Friday, May 31. The SBA opened the Centers to help small businesses and non-profit
House to Home Solutions Honored with Prestigious MBIA Award of Excellence Winning kitchen renovatio
For Immediate Release House to Home Solutions Honored with Prestigious MBIA Award of Excellence Winning kitchen renovation recognized for design, quality, and craftsmanship excellence ROCKVILLE, Md., May 21, 2024 – House to Home Solutions, LLC, a multi-award-winning design/build remodeling firm serving Maryland and Northern Virginia homeowners, today announced that the Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA) has recognized the company with its Award of Excellence for an exceptional kitchen
SBA Business Recovery Center in Anne Arundel County Closing Permanently on May 17
Disaster Field Operations Center East Release Date: May 16, 2024 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.gov Release Number: 24-361, MD 20258 Follow us on X, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram SBA Business Recovery Center in Anne Arundel County Closing Permanently on May 17 WASHINGTON - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that the Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Glen Burnie Library- Anne Arundel County Public Library will close permanently on Friday, May 17 at 4
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Content Summarization and Insights: Long documents can be overwhelming to review, especially for busy entrepreneurs. The AI Assistant can
House to Home Solutions Earns 2024 Guildmaster with Highest Distinction Award
House to Home Solutions Earns 2024 Guildmaster with Highest Distinction Award Award recognizes exemplary customer service in the residential construction industry ROCKVILLE, Md., April 18, 2024 – House to Home Solutions, LLC, a multi-award-winning design/build remodeling firm serving Maryland and Northern Virginia, today announced it has received a 2024 Guildmaster with Highest Distinction Award. GuildQuality, an Atlanta-based third-party customer satisfaction surveying company, powers the award to
Flourish Online: Building an Unshakeable Online Business Fortress
In the constantly-shifting business environment, agility and adaptability are key to staying afloat. A vital yet often overlooked tool in this battle for business endurance is your website. Through thoughtful and strategic modifications, your website can transform from a mere digital footprint to a robust platform for business resilience. This guide walks you through essential tactics to optimize your website, ensuring it becomes a beacon of strength in these tumultuous times.Use PDFs to Add an Additional
Marji Graf Honored As Rockville's Local Business Person of the Year 2024
Marji Graf, President and CEO of the Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce is Honored As Rockville’s 2024 Local Business Person Of The Year BOSTON, MA: March 5, 2024 -- Alignable’s 2024 Local Business Person Of The Year Contest reached unparalleled participation levels, logging a whopping 309,000+ votes, 64,000+ recommendations, and an unheard of number of local winners – over 5,100 across the U.S. and Canada. The largest online networking platform for business owners, Alignable.com invited its 8.7
Kickstart Your Wellness Venture: Comprehensive Guide for Ultimate Success
Embarking on a wellness-focused enterprise brings with it the promise of both financial gains and the gratification of enhancing people's lives. The term "starting a health-based business" encompasses various sectors, from fitness training to holistic health coaching. Thus, there's ample room for entrepreneurs to find their niche and thrive. This guide offers a thorough look at indispensable steps for flourishing in the competitive field of health and wellness.Discover Health-Related Business When
WSM Announces Innovative Career Advising Apprenticeship Program
News Media Contact: Laura Moreno-Davis Director of Communications 443-802-3537 lmorenodavis@worksourcemontgomery.com PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWSM Announces Innovative Career Advising Apprenticeship Program ROCKVILLE, MD— In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, WorkSource Montgomery, Inc. (WSM) announced the creation of a registered apprenticeship program for career advising, the first of its kind in the state. WSM has registered Standards of Apprenticeship with the US Department of
A Financial Guide for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, you have the exciting opportunity to provide a service or product that people need. That being said, managing the finances that come with running a business can be daunting, especially if this is your first venture into the world of entrepreneurship. To help you get started on the right foot, here are some tips and tricks to manage your finances as a small business owner. Settle on a Budget and Update Regularly The most important thing any small business owner
Rockville Entrepreneurs: Consider the Pros and Cons of Franchise Ownership
As an entrepreneur, you have many options when it comes to starting a business. One option is to open a franchise. Franchises can be a great way to get your feet wet in the business world with less risk than starting a business from the ground up. But before you sign on the dotted line, it's important to weigh the pros and cons of franchise ownership to see if it's the right fit for you. The following guide from the Rockville Chamber of Commerce will help you decide. Pros of Owning a