GBC LEADER - July 30, 2009

July 30, 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

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GBC's Fry: Funding needed to push bioscience industry growth in Maryland
The presence of the bioscience industry in Maryland is becoming more and more evident. Despite the recession, bioscience industry growth in our state must be aggressively nurtured.

City honors long-time civic ‘conscience’ and GBC advisor Walter Sondheim with a splash
Baltimore City Mayor Sheila Dixon and two former mayors honored the memory of civic leader and long-time GBC senior advisor Walter Sondheim by dedicating an interactive, “dancing-waters” fountain on the Inner Harbor.
GBC seeks nominations for 2009 Bridging the Gap Achievement Awards
The GBC will honor exceptional minority and women-owned businesses and outstanding advocates for minority business development at the 2009 Bridging the Gap Achievement Awards on September 23, 2009.
Baltimore Ravens suite packages for sale
The available packages for the 2009 Ravens football season include: full season partnership, ten ticket package, and sixteen ticket package. Available to GBC members only.

GBC EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 23: GBC 2009 Bridging the Gap Achievement Awards, 6:00 p.m., University of Maryland School of Nursing, 655 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

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October 20: GBC Business Outlook Conference 2010
December 14: Mayor's Business Recognition Awards

UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS (See the GBC Calendar for details)

September 2: GBC Education and Workforce Committee Meeting, 8:00 a.m., GBC Board Room

September 3: GBC Hospitality/Tourism Committee Meeting, 8:30 a.m., GBC Board Room

September 10: GBC Emerging Business Council Meeting, 12:00 p.m., GBC Board Room

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