Chamber On Demand

The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) hosts a plethora of virtual events. On this page, you will find videos from the following MCCC programs:
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  • Advocacy Chamber Chat Series
  • Advocacy Committee Briefings
  • COVID-19 Business Briefing Series
  • Virtual Business EXCELerator Series, and
  • Signature Events

Explore the videos by category, or scroll through to get a sense of MCCC programming. Please note that this page does not include Virtual Mixers or Member-Exclusive Events.

​For more information about upcoming events, visit our Event Calendar. Learn more about all MCCC events here.

2020-2021 Advocacy Chamber Chat Video Series

This webinar series features a variety of topics on local, state, and federal issues.


Workplace Strategies to Implement NOW for Future Success

September 17, 2020
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce hosted a discussion with Kenneth King, Erica King, Christie Minch, and Michael Hetchkop of Cresa about what every business owner/manager needs to know to best position their companies following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. 



​Employer Liability and COVID-19

September 3, 2020
Employers are likely to see an increase in COVID-19 related lawsuits as more people return to work amid the lifting of coronavirus-related restrictions. This discussion with principals from Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chtd. is centered on liability questions related to the reopening of your business. 


Impacts of COVID-19 on Our Economy and Education

June 22, 2020
The Committee for Montgomery, with the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, hosted a conversation with Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot and MCPS Superintendent Dr. Jack Smith about the impact COVID-19 has had on our state and regional economy, and how MCPS is navigating the shift to digital learning.

Montgomery County's Reopening Resources for Businesses

June 2, 2020
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Greater Bethesda, Rockville, and Greater Silver Spring Chambers of Commerce, hosted a discussion with members of the Montgomery County Executive's staff regarding reopening practices. 

Childcare's Role in Restarting the Economy

May 22, 2020
If childcare facilities aren't up and running when businesses reopen, many working parents will be unable to rejoin the workforce. Join us for a discussion with childcare providers about the challenges and pressure they're facing to reopen.

​Overview of Montgomery County's Budget

​April 24, 2020
Join MCCC's Montgomery County Advocacy Team (MCCC Vice President of Government Relations, Tricia Swanson, and Ashlie Bagwell of Harris Jones & Malone) for an overview of Montgomery County's FY21 Operating Budget, specifically in response to COVID-19. 

Overview of Current Montgomery County Legislation

​April 17, 2020
MCCC Vice President of Government Relations Tricia Swanson provides an overview of pending legislation before the Montgomery County Council.

2020 Maryland Legislative Session Debrief

April 10, 2020
MCCC Vice President of Government Relations Tricia Swanson is joined by Maryland State Delegate Lily Qi. They debriefed attendees on the 2020 Maryland Legislative Session. 

Montgomery County and Maryland COVID-19 Grants and Loans

March 27, 2020
Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson joined MCCC Vice President of Government Relations Tricia Swanson for a conversation around legislation and resources for businesses impacted by COVID-19.

Advocacy Committee Briefings

Economic Development

USG's 2.0 Plan to Meet Employer's Workforce Demand for Top Talent

April 6, 2022
Dr. Anne Khademian, Chair of the Economic Development Committee and Executive Director of the Universities at Shady Grove, led a discussion with the Economic Development Committee on April 6, 2022. USG 2.0 is a strategic plan to help shape the future direction of Montgomery County's higher education center. Dr. Khademian focused her briefing on the USG 2.0 focus on Montgomery County's workforce and the attraction of retention of talent.

Tax Season Briefing from Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot

March 2, 2022
On March 2, 2022, MCCC's Economic Development Committee received a  briefing from Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot. Comptroller Franchot, a former Delegate from Montgomery County who now resides in Takoma Park, told the Committee that for the third year in a row the deadline for submitting  the Maryland taxes was moved. Comptroller Franchot also discussed the State of Maryland's budget surplus and urged policymakers to take $2 billion and put it in the Rainy Day Fund to buffer the State from future economic downturns.

Briefing by Maryland Labor & Industry Commissioner

February 2, 2022
MCCC's Economic Development Committee met on February 2, 2022 and received a briefing from the Maryland Department of Labor's Commissioner of Labor and Industry, Matthew S. Helminak. Commissioner Helminiak focused his remarks on his division's oversight of COVID-19 and emergency temporary standards, the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act, and the duties of units within the division including Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH), Building Codes, Safety Inspections, Employment Standards, and Prevailing Wage.

Economic Forecast Briefing

December 1, 2021
MCCC's Economic Development Committee held a briefing on December 1, 2021, where they were joined by Andy Bauer, Vice President and Regional Executive, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Mr. Bauer provided a briefing on national and regional economic conditions and the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's role in our economy.

MCEDC'S Efforts to Create a Comprehensive Economic Strategy

October 6, 2021
MCCC's Economic Development Committee met on October 6, 2021 to hear a presentation on the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation's (MCEDC) efforts to create a Comprehensive Economic Strategy (CES). Providing the presentation were MCEDC's Bill Tompkins, Executive VP and COO, Brad Stewart, SVP of Business Development, and Nadia Khan, Counsel and Special Projects Manager.
Legislative Affairs

Joint EDC/LA: Thrive Montgomery 2050

June 16, 2022
On June 16, 2022, the MCCC Economic Development Committee and Legislative Affairs Committee met jointly to receive an economic development and business climate briefing from Montgomery County Council Vice President Evan Glass. Council Vice President Glass talked about a number of issues relevant to the business community in Montgomery County, as well as  his support for Thrive Montgomery 2050, which is an update to the County's planning policy document.

Joint EDC/LA: What's Next for 5G in Montgomery County?

September 15, 2021
On September 15, 2021, MCCC held a joint Economic Development Committee/Legislative Affairs Committee meeting focused on what happens next for 5G in Montgomery County. Joining the joint committee meeting were Councilmember Hans Riemer, Ashlie Greenspan, Public Affairs Manager, Crown Castle and LaTara Harris, Regional Director, External & Legislative Affairs, AT&T.

Cannabis Legalization Efforts in Maryland

October 14, 2021
MCCC's Legislative Affairs Committee held a meeting on October 14, 2021, where they were joined by Maryland Delegate Kathleen Dumais. Delegate Dumais, a member of the House Cannabis Referendum and Legislation Workgroup, provided a briefing on the expected efforts by the Maryland General Assembly to legalize the use of recreational cannabis.
Infrastructure and Land Use

Briefing by Delegate Marc Korman

June 14, 2022
On June 14, 2022 the MCCC Infrastructure and Land Use Committee met with Delegate Marc Korman. Delegate Korman represents District 16 in Montgomery County and is Chair of the Montgomery County House Delegation of the Maryland General Assembly. He is also Chair of the House Appropriations Committee's Transportation & the Environment Subcommittee. Delegate Korman shared his expertise on a variety of issues, including the federal infrastructure bill and what it means for Maryland.

Briefing by Chris Conklin, Director of MCDOT

April 5, 2022
On April 5, 2022 the MCCC Infrastructure and Land Use Committee received a briefing from Chris Conklin, Director of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT). Mr. Conklin discussed Montgomery County's transportation initiatives and priorities, including the proposal to fund the construction of two major Bus Rapid Transit projects.

Conversation with Carol Rubin, Montgomery County Planning Board

March 8, 2022
On March 8, 2022, the MCCC Infrastructure and Land Use Committee met with Commissioner Carol Rubin of the Montgomery County Planning Board. Ms. Rubin, who was appointed to her role on Oct 26, 2021, is the newest member of the Montgomery County Planning Board, which is part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.

Briefing by Paul Wiedefled, GM and CEO of WMATA

February 8, 2022
On February 8, 2022, the MCCC Infrastructure and Land Use Committee were joined by Paul Wiedefeld, General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority (WMATA). In his briefing to the Committee, Mr. Wiedefeld said that a top priority over the last two years is keeping Metro's workforce safe, including vaccination or proof of testing for all metro employees.

Briefing by Adam Ducker, CEO of RCLO

November 9, 2021
​MCCC’s Infrastructure and Land Use Committee met on November 9, 2021, where they were joined by Adam Ducker, CEO of RCLO, a leading real estate firm in based in Bethesda. Mr. Ducker talked about the dynamics that have driven real estate in Montgomery County, including an aging population as compared to that of Northern Virginia.

MC Department of Environment and the Building Energy Performance Standards Legislation

September 14, 2021
​MCCC’s Infrastructure and Land Use Committee met on September 14, 2021. This meeting featured a discussion with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regarding the Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) legislation and how it relates to the County’s proposed Climate Action Plan. DEP Director Adam Ortiz provided remarks along with Lindsey Shaw, Manager of Energy and Sustainability Programs, Stan Edwards, Chief of DEP’s Energy, Climate and Compliance Division, and Emily Curley, Commercial Energy Program Manager.

Thrive Montgomery 2050

November 2, 2020
The Chamber's Infrastructure and Land Use Advocacy Committee hosted a briefing on the Thrive Montgomery 2050 Plan. Guest Speakers were Montgomery County Planning Board Chair Casey Anderson and Montgomery Planning staff.
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation, and the Veteran Institute for Procurement are proud to present this free webinar series.

Decoding CARES Act Section 3610 for Government Contractors

April 29, 2020
Section 3610 - part of the third federal COVID-19 relied bill - allows certain federal contractors to seek reimbursement. Engage with a panel of government contract experts on what this provision is, how you can take advantage of it, and what questions remain on its intersection with the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

Increasing Business and Serving Federal Needs During a Crisis

April 21, 2020
In this information-packed webinar, Gloria Larkin (President and CEO of TargetGov) will show you what you can do right now and in the coming weeks and months to step up your pace and build business opportunities as a prime contractor, subcontractor, and teaming partner.

The Government Contractor's Survival Guide to Manage through COVID-19

April 15, 2020
In this webinar, Christine Williamson and Jason Fleetwood, Partners at CohnReznick LLP, bring you the latest information and help you navigate the right course for your business in the weeks, months, and year ahead.


​The Political Environment Surrounding Federal Business Assistance Efforts

April 3, 2020
Join MCCC and Ann Sullivan, Madison Services Group, for a discussion on the political environment surrounding current and future federal business assistance efforts related to COVID-19.


​CARES Act Small Business Loans Program
(featuring SBA-WMADO)

April 1, 2020
In this webinar, you will receive an overview of the CARES Act Small Business Loan Program from Antonio Doss, District Director, Washington Area District Office, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
This series is a how-to on best business practices. This program provides businesses with information, resources, and relationships to accelerate their success.


​Employer Liability for Vaccine Enforcement

November 17, 2021
PilieroMazza PLLC's Sarah L. Nash, a partner in the firm's Labor & Employment Group, provides an overview of recent legal developments in vaccine and mask mandates and their implications for employers engaged in the federal sector. This program will be of interest to professionals who manage compliance requirements for their company.

How to Create an Exceptional Online Experience for Your Customers and Prospects

April 9, 2021
What if the right story inspires the right action from your customer? What if the right story secures that big opportunity? What if your engaging online meeting experience differentiates your company? Through a lively and insightful program, Ira will have you "thinking deliberately" about how you deliver stories as solutions to business problems. 

2020-2021 Virtual Signature Events

2020 NOAA Small Business Industry Day

May 13, 2021
This event provided attendees with access to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) leadership, program and contract managers, and prime contractors.

2021 Public Safety Awards

March 10, 2021
Celebrate Montgomery County's public safety community at the region's largest valor event.

2020 Business Awards

October 29, 2020
Celebrate the best of Montgomery County's business community!


​2020 Public Safety Awards

September 24, 2020
Celebrate Montgomery County's public safety community at the region's largest valor event.

2020 NOAA Small Business Industry Day

July 16, 2020
This event provided attendees with access to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) leadership, program and contract managers, and prime contractors.