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The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce pleased to announce the celebration of business and organizational excellence at the Annual Awards Luncheon at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in the Normandy Arena. Wicomico Recreation Parks & Tourism will also present its Annual Tourism Awards.

The SACC Annual Awards event recognizes and honors the achievements and efforts of outstanding leaders of the Delmarva area. This is an opportunity to network and celebrate the amazing achievements of our member businesses, community partners, and individuals. Self nominations are accepted.

Award categories include:

- Member Volunteer of the Year

- Small Business of the Year

- Medium Business of the Year

- Large Business of the Year

- Business Professional of the Year

- Environmental Service Award

- Agriculture Ambassador of the Year

- Non-Profit Organization of the Year

- New Business of the Year (The business must have been established in or after October 2023)

Awards will be presented by SACC Board Chair, Zach Evans.

If your business is a current SACC member and you would like to nominate member businesses and individuals who have made a significant impact within various areas of the Chamber business community, check the Monday SACC News & Upcoming events eblast or email chamber@salisburyarea.com and link to the survey will be provided. Self nominations are accepted.

Nominations are due no later than September 27, 2024.

Awards Luncheon Partner

Wicomico Recreation Parks & Tourism
 

Awards Sponsors    

BBSI

Delmarva Power

First Shore Federal Savings & Loan

Franklin Perdue School of Business

M&T Bank

Perdue Farms

Piedmont Airlines

Pohanka of Salisbury

Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development

Seagull Disposal

TidalHealth  
 

Luncheon Sponsor

Wor-Wic Community College  
 

Media Sponsor

47ABC WMDT

Please join Commonwealth Senior Living as they celebrate the Independent Living cottage expansion and clubhouse reveal.

Join us for a ribbon-cutting and:

- meet the Commonwealth Leadership team, current and future residents, team members and community partners

- learn how Commonwealth Senior Living improves the lives of seniors, their families and each other

- tour the different cottage styles, our new Independent Living clubhouse, and our recently expanded Assisted Living and Memory Care

- enter to win a variety of different gift baskets and giveaways! 

Pole Dance Paradise is delighted to invite SACC and community members to join them for a ribbon cutting to celebrate their downtown new studio and SACC membership.

Pole Dance Paradise, a judgement-free dance studio unique of its kind in Salisbury, offers classes for all genders, ages 18 and above.          

Join us for a ribbon-cutting and:

- meet owners Melisa Zabalza Pikounis and Alexandros Pikounis

- discover how pole dancing can help you with mental health by reducing stress and anxiety, increase your self-esteem, flexibility, weight loss, improve coordination and rhythm, core workout and increased strength, gain a sense of accomplishment and solidarity, and so much more! 

- see our our installations and pole structure

- enter to win a variety of Pole Dance Paradise classes

- enjoy lite fair and beverages 

Are you a Delmarva Young Professional? Do you want to connect with like minded individuals and future leaders?

The SACC YPs are excited to expand their recent collaboration with Salisbury University by holding a joint happy hour with future grads from the SU marketing department!

If you’re a young professional, ages 21-35, join your fellow young professionals at Salisbury Pit & Pub for their final event of the year, where we will have the opportunity to mingle with the seniors of Dr. Billups' marketing class and speak about the benefits of chamber involvement and what it's like to be a young professional!

Retired Army Lt. Col. Bob M. Dixon will be the featured guest speaker for this year’s Salute to Veterans Gala event co-hosted by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce.    

The Wednesday, Nov. 13 event pays tribute to local military veterans and begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception at the Richard A. Henson Center on the UMES campus, followed by dinner at 7 p.m.    

Dixon, who served in the United States Army from 1988-2010, has also worked in the White House as Presidential Communications Officers to Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Dixon also has experience working in higher education including at Wor-Wic Community College as the Veterans Upward Bound Coordinator and as an adjunct workforce instructor. Dixon currently serves as a Workforce Product Development Coordinator at Germanna Community College in Fredericksburg, Virginia.    

The event will be emceed by current Maryland Secretary of Housing & Community Development and former Salisbury, Maryland Mayor Jake Day.    

Proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Silver Star Scholarship Fund to support first-year students who are honorably discharged veterans, a child of a veteran or a child of a service member killed in action.    

Individual tickets are $80; corporate sponsorships for a table of eight are $600. They can be purchased online at: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/VetUMES2024        

You can also reserve a ticket or table by sending a check and making it payable to:    

UMES Foundation
c/o Division of Institutional Advancement
11868 Academic Oval
J.T. Williams Hall, Suite 1105
Princess Anne, MD 21853    

Questions may be directed to Ms. Chenita Reddick at 410-651-8045 or via email at crreddick@umes.edu.    

Anyone unable to attend but interested in supporting the scholarship fund is encouraged to send a tax-deductible contribution to the UMES Foundation through the online portal: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/VetUMES2024    

Military formal attire is encouraged for service personnel and business attire for other guests.

Wraparound Maryland is delighted to host the November Business After Hours at their new ReWrap & More Liquidation Store in Fruitland, MD.

Wraparound MD is a nonprofit organization providing mental health services to youth, adults, and families in our communities, providing targeted case management, PRP, mental health case management as well as supported employment.  The ReWrap store supports our mission with proceeds going to supporting those in need.                  

Join us for Business After Hours for networking, start your Holiday Season shopping early, and:

- meet Executive Director Kimberly Cooke and staff

- learn about their mission and how they support the local community

- tour the new ReWrap & More Liquidation Store

- win great door prizes 

- enjoy lite fare by Memorable Milestone Moments, drinks and entertainment 

- contribute to a 50/50 raffle and support the SACC Foundation Wor-Wic Scholarship Fund (bring some cash and your business cards!)    

Reputation Rules: Winning with Reviews and Digital Presence    

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with D3 is excited to present a two-part Marketing & Media Workshop on Tuesday, November 19th at noon. In this session, we'll dive deep into the essentials of Reviews and Online Reputation Management for your business.    

Part 1: The Power of Reviews  

Discover how to generate more reviews, respond effectively to negative feedback, and leverage positive reviews to build trust. Learn which platforms to focus on and actionable strategies to strengthen your business's online presence.    

Part 2: Online Reputation Management  

Did you know your business is listed across multiple platforms online? We’ll show you how to ensure consistency and share tips to keep your online presence polished and professional.    Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your marketing strategy!

Bring a brown bag lunch and join us!  Registration is required.

The November General Membership Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, November 20, and feature Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks.

Atticks was appointed Acting Secretary of Agriculture on Jan. 18, 2023, and sworn in as Secretary on March 2, 2023.

Prior to his appointment, Atticks was CEO (and founder) of Grow & Fortify, a company supporting value-added agricultural organizations and the businesses they represent. Grow & Fortify published the first assessment of the state’s value-added agricultural industry, illustrating the expansive impact generated by this sector, which includes wineries, creameries, meat processing, agritourism, equine, and dozens of other industry segments.

Atticks served as Executive Director of the Maryland Wineries Association, Brewers Association of Maryland, and the Maryland Distillers Guild, the President of the Maryland Agricultural Resource Council, and the Chair of the WineAmerica State & Regional Associations Advisory Council.

Atticks formerly served on the University of Maryland College of Agriculture's Global Leadership Council, the board of Future Harvest, and the board of the Maryland Tourism Coalition.?

Secretary Atticks will speak on the agricultural industry, specifically:

• conservation efforts  
• the significant challenges facing farming in Maryland
• impacts suffered due to the Key Bridge disaster  
• the agriculture economy  
• proposed new regulations that may impact the industry

Coastal Aesthetics & Wellness is delighted to invite the SACC membership and the community to the ribbon cutting at its newly renovated wellness center in Salisbury.

Coastal Aesthetics & Wellness is dedicated to enhancing the well-being and confidence of its patients through a holistic approach to aesthetics, weight loss, and hormone replacement therapy.  Their mission is to empower individuals to achieve their personal health and beauty goals by providing tailored, evidence-based solutions in a welcoming and supportive environment.  Combining the latest technology and science offers patients the best care available.          

Join us for a ribbon cutting to:          

• meet owner Julie Parish, the providers and staff          
• learn about our services including neurotoxins, dermal fillers, microneedling, laser hair removal, facials, body sculpting, chemical peels, Kybella, hand rejuvenation, medical weight loss, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, VersaSpa spray tan, ZO Skin Health and Jane Iredale makeup
• tour the newly renovated office          
• enter to win door prizes including GSR with GWP DPD, a custom facial, or a Jane Iredale bundle        
• enjoy lite fare and wine

  
  

   

Are you interested in traveling internationally but don't want the hassle of planning, scheduling, and booking a costly, unguided trip to somewhere you've never been?

Join the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce and CI Destinations to learn about an exclusive opportunity to take an exciting vacation to Ireland departing October 14, 2025!

CI Destinations will share information about this special travel package which includes round trip airfare, airline fuel surcharges, taxes, and fees, first-class hotel accommodations, professional tour manager, sightseeing admissions, baggage handling, most meals and hotel transfers.

Open to MEMBERS and NON-MEMBERS, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

Registration is required. Once regsitered, a Zoom meeting link will be sent.

Download Registration Form 

Download Itinerary 

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization dedicated to promoting a positive business environment and serving its members’ business interests through networking, education and advocacy.

Chamber 101, sponsored by Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions and Wingate Salisbury, invites new, not-so-new and future members to join us for networking and an interactive presentation on how to make the most of your Chamber investment. 

Who Should Attend? 

This orientation is open to ALL members. We encourage new members to attend, but “experienced” members needing a refresher are also welcome!

When Is Chamber 101?

Chamber 101 takes place on the last Monday of every other month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. 

Where Is Chamber 101?

The lower level meeting room at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce, 200 E. Church Street, Salisbury, MD 21801 (park in the side lot)

What Should I Expect?

• A brief networking time  
• A welcome from Chamber 101 sponsor, Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions
• A presentation that helps you to:
  
  - Be informed: What we do and who's who at the Chamber?
  - Get connected: Ways to build relationships among Chamber members
  - Get involved: Participate in Chamber events to address your business goals
  - Build exposure: Marketing Opportunities through the Chamber
  - Work the website: Use the Chamber Website for your advantage  to provide an overview of all membership benefits, including some new opportunities 

• An opportunity to ASK QUESTIONS!  We are here to help you make the most of your investment!

Feel free to bring your own lunch. We will provide beverages and dessert for your enjoyment.

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans is a locally owned and operated shop offering hot and iced coffees, organic teas, beignets, and other pastries and sandwiches. They are excited to offer new menu options to the community and SU students.

Thye are open daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM pm and offer a double drive-thru with state-of-the-art kiosks for quick service. The store also offers ample space for gathering or studying with abundant charging ports.

Join us for a ribbon cutting to:          

• meet General ManagerLewis Sherman, Owners, Rob Beckey, William Beckey, and Heather Wieland-Beckey, and the fabulous new baristas
• learn how PJ's brings the flavors of New Orleans to Salisbury, about PJ’s culture of supporting the community and philanthropic ventures including providing over 20 new employment opportunities to the Eastern Shore
• tour the 2300 sq. ft. coffee shop, and see state-of-the-art brewing, steaming, and baking equipment, and ordering kiosks
• enter to win door prizes including gift cards, samples of beverages, beignets, and pastries  
• Sample PJ's menu items including hot and cold beverages, beignets and pastries 

  
  

   

The 37th Annual Southern Delmarva Economic Forecast will be held at 7:30 AM on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Salisbury University, in the Guerrieri Academic Commons. The Eastern Shore Delegation Luncheon will follow.

Presented by Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce, BEACON at Salisbury University, and the Franklin P. Perdue School of Business, the event is an unparalleled opportunity to hear first-hand what leading regional economists and business leaders who will analyze the challenges facing the regional, national, and global economies.

The first panel will feature our Economic Development Directors who will respond to questions on how the current economy is impacting several industry sectors including construction, retail, housing, tourism, agriculture and manufacturing.

Panelists include David Ryan, Executive Director, Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development; Melanie Pursel, Director, Office of Tourism & Economic Development at Maryland’s Coast, Worcester County; Susan Banks, Director, Dorchester County Economic Development; Daniel Thompson, Executive Director, Somerset County Economic Development; William Pfaff, Executive Director, Sussex County Economic Development, Delaware; Leander Pambid, Accomack County Virginia Economic Development,;and Linda Parkowski, Executive Director, Kent County Economic Partnership (Kent County, Delaware.)

Other forecast topics include:

• What's Our Competition Up To? We’ll hear from neighboring state leaders on how they keep and attract businesses. Panelists include Silas Chamberlin, PhD, Chief Strategy Officer York Pennsylvania Economic Alliance; Mary Kane, President/CEO Maryland Chamber of Commerce; and Michael Quaranta, President Delaware Chamber of Commerce.
• What Keeps Maryland from Really Competing? Featuring Andy Bauer, Vice President and Regional Executive Baltimore Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, and the 2024 Salisbury University College Fed Challenge Team    Department of Economics, Perdue School of Business: Zachary Harris (Team Captain), Darby Trout, Joe Enfinger, Janelle Armstrong, and Lance White; Dr. Ying Wu (Faculty Coach) Professor of Economics
• Legislative Fixes to Keep Maryland Competitive Featuring Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, Maryland Delegate Wayne Hartman, and Delaware Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend
• Keynote Speaker will be Dr. Makenzie Lystrup, Director, NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center

Following the Forecast, the Lower Shore Legislative Delegation will be on hand to answer questions on the upcoming 2025 Maryland General Assembly Session

Representing the Lower Shore will be Senator Mary Beth Carozza, Senator Johnny Mautz, Delegate Christopher Adams, Delegate Barry Beauchamp, Delegate Wayne Hartman, Delegate Tom Hutchinson, Delegate Sheree Sample Hughes, and Delegate Charles Otto. The SACC Board Chair Zach Evans will moderate the Q&A.

Full event registration is $89 for members and $109 for future members.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship Deadline is November 15, 2024

CEO LEVEL - $2,750 Six (6) complete Forecast tickets, reserved seating, exhibition sponsor table, logo on all signage at event, recognition as CEO level sponsor on screen at event, logo and recognition on Chamber website, social media, & SBY Business Journal online publication, access to the attendee list

CHAIRMAN LEVEL- $1,500 Add Optional Exhibition Table - $150 Four (4) complete Forecast tickets, reserved seating, logo on all signage, recognition as Chairman level sponsor on screen at event

BOARD LEVEL - $750 Two (2) complete Forecast tickets, logo on all signage, recognition as Board level sponsor on screen at event

SUPPORTER LEVEL - $350 One (1) complete Forecast ticket, logo on all signage, recognition as Supporter sponsor on screen at event

EXHIBITION TABLE - $350 One (1) complete Forecast ticket, one (1) 6 ft table for you to display and market your business For more information, contact Bill Chambers at 410-749-0144 x 101 or bchambers@salisburyarea.com. 

PRESENTING SPONSORS

BEACON

Franklin P. Perdue School of Business

MEDIA SPONSOR

47abc WMDT

CEO LEVEL SPONSORS

CareFirst

D3

Davis Strategic Development

Nautilus Solar

Pohanka Automotive of Salisbury 

Wor-Wic Community College 

CHAIRMAN LEVEL SPONSORS

Avery Hall Insurance

Delmarva Power

M&T Bank

Maryland Broadband Cooperative

PAC14

Perdue Farms, Inc. 

Taylor Bank

TidalHealth

University of Maryland Eastern Shore 

The Voice Radio Network

BOARD LEVEL SPONSORS

Associated Builders and Contractors

Bancroft Construction

BBSI Salisbury

   Chesapeake Health Care    

Chesapeake Utilities

Courtyard by Marriott 

Delmarva Veteran Builders

Gillis Gilkerson

Hebron Savings Bank

The Insurance Market

Landmark Insurance & Financial Group

Mountaire Farms

Peninsula Roofing Company, Inc.

SCORE.ORG

Talkie Communications

Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore

W.R. McCain & Associates

SUPPORTER LEVEL SPONSORS

Allen+Shariff

Bank of America

Brew River

Choptank Electric 

David A. Bramble, Inc.

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc.

Delmarva Chicken Association

Effectv

Greg Reddell, State Farm Insurance

Horizon Farm Credit

JollyCare Residential Services 

Maryland Tourism Coalition

Minuteman Press 

NAI Coastal

Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development

SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate 

Truist

US Wind, Inc.

EXHIBITORS

Comcast Business

D3

Davis Strategic Development

Franklin P. Perdue School of Business 

IMHR

National HVAC Service

Pohanka Automotive Training Academy

Wor-Wic Community College

Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions

Most people spend lots of time playing on social media each week. And they have fun. But it does NOTHING for their business.

This workshop was created when small business owners started saying “Being sheltered in place, I guess I have to take my social media marketing more seriously. Can you show me how?” 

To help them, and now you, we came up with a simple system of ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’and will now share them with you.

You’ll get answers to the myths that have been holding you back from generating a following that leads to business, including        

- What platforms you should be on,        

- What to post and        

- What is your daily time commitment in order to succeed.        

If you’re an average user of social media for your business (C is an average grade, and these are the 10 Concepts) and now want to up your game, this workshop is for you.        

Come get answers to the questions you have always wanted to ask, like “How do I block those turkeys from high school from ?finding me?” (pictures of your lunch not included)

Instructors Hank and Sharyn Yuloff bring a unique perspective to their workshops. Hank has a 35+ year background in advertising and public relations; Sharyn is an online marketing and human resources expert.

Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions, (www.YuloffCreative.com), is your small business coaching firm, offering both traditional and technology-based marketing plans. They have been called “a marketing incubator, helping small business owners create a marketing path, then guiding them along that road to success.”

Lunch will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required.

FREE to Members

$20 - Non-Members 

Clearway Pain Solutions is delighted to host the December Business After Hours.

Clearway Pain Solutions is a one-stop, comprehensive, integrated system of advanced pain solution treatments where they serve as the end-to-end coordinator of interventional treatments and medication management. They also specialize in helping patients recover from workplace and auto accident injuries.

Join us for Business After Hours and:

-  meet the clinical staff and Dr. Aneesh Singla and Dr. Parth Patel, who new to the interventional pain management team

- learn about the services which can help you alleviate all types of pain

- tour the clinic and surgery center

- enter to win a gift basket and gift cards

- enjoy lite fare and wine

- contribute to a 50/50 raffle and support the SACC Foundation Wor-Wic Scholarship Fund (bring some cash and your business cards!)

The Haitian Development Center is a nonprofit organization created exclusively for charitable, educational, and cultural purposes.   The HDCD is making a remarkable difference in the lives of an ever-growing Haitian community by providing them with services that are critical to their livelihood.  

The HDCD represents and wants to make a difference in the Haitian community and the whole community at large by offering services and connections to its partners.

Join us for a ribbon cutting to:          

• meet the HDCD staff and Board of Directors
• learn the history of HDCD, services and products offered, and the people they serve
• tour the center
• enter to win door prizes
• enjoy delicious Haitian cuisine

  
  

   

The John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community is delighted to host SACC’s January Business After Hours.

John B. Parsons Assisted Living, a Harrison Senior Living community, is recognized as one of the leading senior living communities on the Eastern Shore of Maryland providing gracious living and award-winning care for over 100 years. Residents continue their independent lifestyle in a safe and supportive environment providing superb care and peace of mind.              

Join us for Business After Hours to:              

- meet Joe Laque, Executive Director and his team                

- learn about assisted living, memory care and volunteer opportunities                

- learn how the building has served and impacted the community          

- tour the mansion, show room, and facilities          

- enjoy the rich architecture and beautifully preserved buildings                

- enter to win one of 4 various themed raffle baskets                

- enjoy a signature 1900s cocktail and delicious array of appetizers prepared by John B. Parons' award-winning chef

- contribute to a 50/50 raffle and support the SACC Foundation Wor-Wic Scholarship Fund (bring some cash and your business cards!) 

The Furniture Nest is celebrating its 1st year anniversary at its new and bigger store located at the Twilley Center with a ribbon cutting event and is inviting all chamber members as well as the community at large.          

This new location for The Furniture Store has provided more visibility and a larger space which has enabled them to expand inventory to include furnishings for your living, bedroom, dining, sleep & bedding, home office, home entertainment, outdoor, as well as a variety of accents for your home    

Join us for a ribbon-cutting and:

eet owner Michelle Mayer

learn about the great selection of furniture, bedding, & adjustable bases in store and online

check out the pricing for all budgets, payment plans and delivery and set options

tour the new store

enter to win giveaways including home décor and pillows

enjoy light fare and beverage

The January General Membership Luncheon will feature Mary Kane, President & CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and Abbi Ludwig, Vice President of Marketing & Communications. 

They outline legislative issues facing Maryland businesses in the upcoming 2025 General Assembly Session.

Discover how to harness the power of digital marketing to grow your business in 2025!

The January Marketing & Media workshop will cover leveraging YouTube for video marketing, Google Tours for immersive customer engagement, and real-world case studies that showcase effective strategies.

Whether you're looking to build your brand, attract local customers, or optimize your online presence, this session will provide actionable insights to drive results. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and transform your marketing game!  

Once registered, you will receive a Zoom meeting link.