Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) events connect you to business leaders and policymakers.
We create an environment of high-impact networking opportunity that facilitates strategic community growth.
Join us at an MCCC event today, and become a Sponsor to enhance your business' exposure and visibility.
We create an environment of high-impact networking opportunity that facilitates strategic community growth.
Join us at an MCCC event today, and become a Sponsor to enhance your business' exposure and visibility.
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Signature Events
Annual Legislative Reception: Trapezaria Kuzina (Rockville, MD)
Thursday, October 3, 2019 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Connect directly with your elected officials. Share your experiences and ideas as a business leader in Montgomery County and Metro Maryland.
Connect directly with your elected officials. Share your experiences and ideas as a business leader in Montgomery County and Metro Maryland.
Business Awards Dinner: Regional “Academy Awards”
Save the Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Our Business Awards Dinner honors the best of Montgomery County's business community.
Our Business Awards Dinner honors the best of Montgomery County's business community.
Annual Dinner: Celebrate our Board of Directors, Policymakers, and Business Leaders at Our 60th Anniversary
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
This memorable Passing of the Torch introduces MCCC’s new Chair of the Board and celebrates visionaries, advocates and partners at a lively evening event.
This membership-maximizing event starts with a private Board of Directors Reception and General Reception, and closes with the celebration of our business leadership.
This memorable Passing of the Torch introduces MCCC’s new Chair of the Board and celebrates visionaries, advocates and partners at a lively evening event.
- Visionary Award Winner: Paul J. Wiedefeld, General Manager and CEO, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
- Co-Presented By: EagleBank and Federal Realty Investment Trust
- Legislator of the Year: The Honorable Ben Cardin, United States Senate
- Co-Presented By: United Solutions and CONTEMPORARIES, Inc.
- Public Sector Partner of the Year: Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)
- Accepted By: Shebra L. Evans (President, Montgomery County Board of Education) and Dr. Jack R. Smith (Superintendent of Schools)
- Presented By: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Business Advocate of the Year: Julie Verratti, Co-Founder, Denizens Brewing Co.
- Chair Award: Pamela J. Mazza, Managing Partner, PilieroMazza PLLC
This membership-maximizing event starts with a private Board of Directors Reception and General Reception, and closes with the celebration of our business leadership.
Pathway to Growth Procurement Conference
Friday, May 15, 2020
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
MCCC works with federal, state, and local government agencies, officials, and prime contractors to create the GovConNet Pathway to Growth Procurement Conference. This signature MCCC GovConNet event gives businesses access to a day of powerful networking with:
This conference is an opportunity for businesses who are aiming to compete in the public sector.
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
MCCC works with federal, state, and local government agencies, officials, and prime contractors to create the GovConNet Pathway to Growth Procurement Conference. This signature MCCC GovConNet event gives businesses access to a day of powerful networking with:
- Key purchasing agents from a variety of prime contractors
- Key purchasing agents from federal, state, and local government agencies
- Elected officials
- Federal government leaders & department heads
- Large federal government contractors (prime & subcontractors)
- Small and medium government contractors (prime & subcontractors)
- Various vendors and companies showcasing their products/services at an expo
This conference is an opportunity for businesses who are aiming to compete in the public sector.
Public Safety Awards: The Largest Valor Event in Metro D.C.
Friday, March 13, 2020
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
MCCC is chartered by the Montgomery County Government to honor acts of valor by our 5 public safety agencies. Over the past 40+ years, this event has become the largest valor awards ceremony in the Washington Metropolitan Region.
Join us and hear the stories of those who went above and beyond the call of duty. Don't miss this opportunity to thank public safety officers for keeping us safe.
We award and honor the unmatched citizenship and partnership in our community. The 2020 awardees include:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
MCCC is chartered by the Montgomery County Government to honor acts of valor by our 5 public safety agencies. Over the past 40+ years, this event has become the largest valor awards ceremony in the Washington Metropolitan Region.
Join us and hear the stories of those who went above and beyond the call of duty. Don't miss this opportunity to thank public safety officers for keeping us safe.
We award and honor the unmatched citizenship and partnership in our community. The 2020 awardees include:
- Valor Awards and Community Service Awards, Unit Citations: To be announced during the event
- Government Partner of the Year: Montgomery County Public Schools
Presented by: Motorola Solutions - Corporate Vital Link: Target
Presented by: TD Bank - Public Safety Champion of the Year: Rich Leotta
Monthly Programs
MCCC After Hours
After Hours welcomes you to expand your network in a comfortable setting.
Hosted by member venues throughout Montgomery County, After Hours attracts a diverse and lively crowd, making these programs the perfect environment for engaging conversation and impactful networking.
Hosted by member venues throughout Montgomery County, After Hours attracts a diverse and lively crowd, making these programs the perfect environment for engaging conversation and impactful networking.
Morning Mixers
Morning Mixers are the best way to start your day with B2B (business-to-business) networking in a professional and friendly setting.
Introduce yourself to other business leaders, meet prospects and the MCCC team, and learn the value of MCCC membership. Bring your entire team!
Introduce yourself to other business leaders, meet prospects and the MCCC team, and learn the value of MCCC membership. Bring your entire team!
Business EXCELerator Series
The Business EXCELerator Series is a how-to on best business practices. The program provides businesses with information, resources, and relationships to succeed in the commercial and government contracting space.
Business EXCELerator meetings cover topics including, but not limited to:
Business EXCELerator meetings cover topics including, but not limited to:
- Marketing Yourself – How to Tell Your Story
- Procurement Opportunities in Your Own Backyard
- Customer Retention Strategies
- Cyber Security – What Companies Need to do to be Compliant, Competitive and Covered
Advocacy Committee Briefings
MCCC has four advocacy committees that connect business leaders with federal, state, and local policymakers:
Your participation allows you to learn more about upcoming laws and regulations that may impact your business. Connect with business leaders and policy experts at an upcoming advocacy briefing.
Contact Tricia Swanson with questions about participating in an Advocacy Committee.
- Economic Development
- Infrastructure & Land Use
- Legislative Affairs
- GovConNet Council (by invitation only)
Your participation allows you to learn more about upcoming laws and regulations that may impact your business. Connect with business leaders and policy experts at an upcoming advocacy briefing.
Contact Tricia Swanson with questions about participating in an Advocacy Committee.
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Economic Development
Scope: State and County economic development issues
Meets: Monthly, 1st Wednesday, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. |
Infrastructure & Land Use
Scope: State and County transportation projects, school overcrowding and construction, and land use planning/design
Meets: Monthly, 2nd Tuesday, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. |
Legislative Affairs
Scope: State and County business climate, including taxes, incentives, employment law, and workforce development
Meets: Quarterly, as needed |
Event Calendar
Check out our event calendar to sign up for upcoming events!
