GBC LEADER - December 8, 2009

December 8, 2009

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TOP GBC PRIORITIES

Regional Transportation. Advocate for the development of a comprehensive integrated transportation network & regional transit system.
Bioscience. Coordinate business support and advocacy for bioscience industry growth.
Bridging the Gap. Strengthening minority and women-owned businesses in the region.
Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC). Prepare for growth and BRAC-related infrastructure needs.
Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Develop teamwork between Maryland's two metropolitan regions on business climate issues.
Energy Solutions for Maryland. Developing solutions to address Maryland's energy crisis through increased generation and transmission capacity, renewable energy resources and conservation efforts.
Building a World Class Workforce. Prepare and develop a highly educated workforce that is competitive to meet the challenges of today's knowledge-based global economy.

GBC NEWS

GBC's Top Story

New GBC Web site draws member praise
The GBC's enhanced Web site at www.gbc.org has drawn favorable reviews from a number of members who have contacted us since the Web site was launched on November 25.

GBC's Fry: Entering the post-recession phase
It's difficult to rejoice over the current stock market rally when the jobless rate is almost 10 percent in our nation and 11 percent in Baltimore City. But the recovery has begun, experts say.
Experts discuss advantages, ROI of teleworking
Many businesses are realizing bottom-line benefits of teleworking, expert Rick Albiero told GBC members at a Telework Baltimore event on December 1.
Fry among six nominees for 2009 Corridor Person of the Year
Corridor Inc. has named nominees for the 2009 Corridor Person of the Year. Online voting for Corridor Person of the Year begins Dec. 7 and closes Jan. 7.

GBC EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 9: GBC Energy Symposium, 8:30 a.m., UMB BioPark, Building II, 801 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

December 14: Mayor's Business Recognition Awards, 11:30 a.m., Hyatt Regency Baltimore, 300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.

January 12: Baltimore Speaker Series: ROBERT REICH, 8:00 p.m., Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

January 25: GBC Legislative Forum, 8:00 a.m., Sheraton Baltimore City Hotel, 101 West Fayette Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS (See the GBC Calendar for details)

December 16: Built Environment & Sustainability Committee Meeting, 8:30 a.m., GBC Board Room.

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