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1 A Newsletter from the April 2019 The Chamber VIEW INSIDE This Issue President s Message 2 Business Tip of the Month by Dennis Sullivan 4 Welcome New Members 5 Network the Ville March Mixer Pictures FRF Concert Series Sponsorships Available 9 Member News/ Promoting Spring Events10 5 Important Reasons for Business Networking 12 The Catonsville Chamber of Commerce was pleased to join the Catonsville Cooperative Market on Saturday, March 23 for their re-grand opening and ribbon cutting. The Market is located at 1905 Edmondson Avenue in Catonsville and reopened after making renovations and improvements to their existing space giving the market the opportunity to expand and offer customers a larger assortment of products to purchase. Pictured from left to right and flanked by Co-op Market Board Members Charity Durham, Valerie Yingling, Carri Beer; Bev Lewis; Delegate Eric Ebersole; Delegate Jessica Feldmark; with scissors, Elizabeth Houghton, Market President; Julie Largay; Cathy Engers, Legislative Aide to Councilman Tom Quirk; Teal Cary, Chamber Executive Director; and Co-op Board Members Molly Nuzzo, Robin Kessler. For more photos of this event visit the Chamber s Facebook page. MORE PUBLIC PARKING NEEDED? IT S A GREAT PROBLEM TO HAVE Network the Ville at CCBC School of Technology, Art & Design April 8, 2019 (see page 3) Do we really have a parking problem in Catonsville? That is the question Catonsville s newly formed Parking Analysis Work Group has been tasked to answer. Although an increase demand for parking is an economic development and community success story, one to be celebrated, a perceived lack of parking can hinder continued success. Therefore, at the request of Ken Mills, the Executive Director of the Baltimore County Revenue Authority, County Executive John Olszewski, Jr. and County Councilman Tom Quirk, Don Mohler, former Baltimore County Executive and a life-long Catonsville resident, met with the Chamber s Executive Director, Teal Cary to form a workgroup to review current parking issues in the Catonsville s village, defined as running along Frederick Road from Bloomsbury Avenue to Melvin Avenue. continued on page 9

2 The Chamber VIEW Editor, Design & Layout Teal Cary GCCC Executive Director PURPOSE The purpose of the Chamber of Commerce is to have a strong voice with the county government, business and local community; to affect positive change in our area; to foster growth and expansion of our members business; and to achieve the betterment of the Catonsville community. Chamber Web Site: ADVERTISING & PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIES The Chamber Working for You President s Message Joe Poisal 2019 President As more and more quality businesses continue to open along Frederick Road, it brings along a challenge...parking! Former Baltimore County Executive, Don Mohler, is heading up the Catonsville Parking Analysis Work Group to discuss options for providing enough parking. We were happy that Don reached out to the Chamber regarding this issue, and we have invited business owners along Frederick Road to answer questions in an online survey. If you have a business on Frederick Road, please check your Chamber regarding the survey. The options will be presented to the Baltimore County Revenue Authority, which manages public parking in the county. The Chamber has been notified by the State Highway Administration, notifying us that they will no longer allow the closure of Frederick Road for the Arts Festival. They referenced the recent major flooding, and other factors that brought them to this decision. Some have been saying that the Chamber decided to move the Arts Festival, and this simply isn t true. CCBC will be hosting the event, and it will provide cover under the huge solar panels! Change can be uncertain at times, but we feel this will be very positive! See you around the Ville. One-Page Insert $75 Get special attention for an event, sale, etc. An 8 1/2 x 11 insert (pdf file) in The View provided by your business. Event Sponsorship Your company can be highlighted at one of our monthly events. (Costs vary) Business After Business Host Invite the Chamber to your location for onsite promotion. (Costs vary) Website Banner Advertising Sidebar Advertising Check the Homepage of the Chamber s website for additional opportunities to promote your business Call the Chamber Office for more information. Remember to send the Chamber your latest news and promotions and we will include them on our Chamber Facebook page and in our View newsletter. The Chamber s Facebook page currently has 4,677 followers and our latest postings have had a post reach of over 8, Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter

3 Presented by The Greater Catonsville Chamber of Commerce Networking is about making connections and building enduring, mutually beneficial relationships. In 2019 the Chamber will present four winter/spring monthly networking mixers hosted by Catonsville businesses creating the PERFECT OPPORTUNITY to: Generate Referrals/Increase Business Increase New Business Opportunities Make Connections Get/Give Advice Help Others Form New Friendships Monday, February 18, 2019 image360 Co-host Fully Promoted 1630 Sulphur Spring Road 5:30 to 7:30 pm Hors d oeuvres and beverages included Tuesday, March 12, 2019 Revolve Wellness Studios 5621 Old Frederick Road 5:30 to 7:30 pm Hors d oeuvres and beverages included Monday, April 8, 2019 CCBC-Catonsville School of Technology, Art & Design 800 South Rolling Road 5:30 to 7:30 pm Hors d oeuvres and beverages included Monday, May 6, 2019 Objects Found Co-host IAMP s at Jennings Cafe 11 Egges Lane 5:30 to 7:30 pm Hors d oeuvres and beverages included Cost: $10 members pre-registered, $15 at door and for non-members Register online at catonsville.org or call Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter 3

4 THE 800-POUND GORILLA YOU CAN USE TO MOTIVATE OTHERS MORE POWERFUL THAN MONETARY INCENTIVES! How can you motivate others to perform more effectively? Dennis Sullivan, Executive Director Center for Business Innovation, CCBC Contributing View Columnist Iremember when I was promoted to manager early in my career, the most challenging question I faced was this: How can I motivate others around me to perform more effectively? Not surprisingly, it is also the most common and profound question I get from the business owners I work with each day. Some try to motivate others with incentives, kick-off events, regular meetings, performance check-ins, rewards, positive reinforcement, training workshops, self-management techniques, performance reviews, personality testing, implementing corrective performance measures and even taking time out each day for meditation. However, you may be surprised to learn that motivation is the most frequently researched topic in organizational behavior and there is indeed ONE effective way to motivate others that tops them all. Motivation is an ability to get excited about what could be. That vision provides direction and purpose for someone to be willing to spend the time, energy and persistence needed to perform at a higher level. It s one thing to motivate yourself, but it s quite another to rally a group of others around that goal and get them just as excited about it as you. Tap into the power of that vision and your organization can achieve extraordinary things! We see just how powerful that can be every year during March Madness! Long before the first tip-off of the basketball season, college coaches talk to their teams about what they hope to accomplish that season win the NCAA championship, reach the final four and if you re a Maryland team, beat Duke! We are motivated by anticipation So, what is the most powerful method to motivate others? Setting goals. That s it. You can try all the other techniques but without setting goals nothing else matters. It is so powerful that researchers concluded that goal-setting is the 800-pound gorilla among theories of motivation, according to a metaanalysis study published in the Handbook of Psychology, 12th vol. As humans, we are goal setters and goal seekers so it is natural for us to be drawn towards ideas and visions of better future. We are motivated by anticipation. The most effective method of goal-setting is to use SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant & Time-Sensitive) goals, according to research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology. They are more powerful than offering rewards! Those who had SMART goals were evaluated by management as performing significantly higher than those who did not have SMART goals but instead received praise, public recognition, or a monetary incentive. high goals lead to higher performance than no goals or general and abstract goals. If a person is committed to the goal, the higher the goal the higher the performance. The nature of the goal affects choice, effort, and persistence. Therefore, praise, feedback, participation in decision making, and monetary incentives increase performance only when they lead to the setting of and commitment to a specific, high goal, according to Latham & Locke, who published additional research on the power of goal-setting in an article in Organization Dynamics. Goals are not enough. Instead specific, high-performance goals are what are needed. That s why SMART goals are so important. For example, let s say your goal is to increase sales this year. Using a SMART goal that would look something like this: Specific Instead of saying you simply plan to increase sales, be more specific using a dollar figure, percentage, profit margin, etc. For example, you may say instead, I plan to increase sales 12%. Measurable Be sure you can measure your progress on a regular basis so you can assess how well you are meeting your goal. Achievable Give yourself a reality check. Do you really think you can reach that goal given past experience, market conditions and future expectations? Given those conditions, perhaps the goal would change to a sales increase of 8%. Relevant The goals should relevant to those things in which you have control and matter most to your organization. If not, you are less likely to be motivated to spend the time, energy and persistence needed to reach the goal. Time-Sensitive Ask yourself: When will I reach my goal? Do you plan to increase sales 8% within the next 3 months, 6 months or 12 months? From there, and this is critical, set subgoals. These are smaller, incremental goals that will help your employees progress and just as importantly, help you determine how well they are performing against their goals. continued on page 9 4 Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter

5 The Chamber New Members Member Plus Level State Fare-Catonsville Evan Brown 748 Frederick Road Catonsville, MD State Fare is a new American gastropub serving a delicious mix of elevated pub fare and classic new American comfort food. Member Level Jeannine George-Richardson, D.P.M.,PC Dr. Jeannine George-Richardson 2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 152 Catonsville, MD (fax) jedpm2@gmail.com Dr. Jeannine George-Richardson, DPM, PC of Catonsville offers total foot and ankle care for all patients, specializing in podiatric sports medicine, pediatric podiatry, podiatric medicine and surgery. Most major insurances are accepted, and self-pay is available. Podiatric care you can depend on. Perry Moving & Storage Sean O Malley VP of Business Development 7247 National Drive Hanover, MD sean@perrymoving.com Perry Moving & Storage is a premier moving company providing residential and commercial clients with packing, moving, and storage solutions for their local and long-distance relocation needs. The Residences At Oella Mill Erica White 840 Oella Avenue Ellicott City, MD ewhite@smcmail.com The Residences At Oella Mill is an apartment community situated in a historic 1918 structure that has been carefully preserved and restored with all the latest features, amenities, materials, and finishes that define modern luxury living. WellNEST Home Organizing, Staging, and Design Melissa Woods 9 Melvin Avenue Catonsville, MD wellnestmd@gmail.com Staging-and-Design / WellNEST offers home organization and design services, helping clients to improve home functionality and lifestyle. They also offer packing and pre-market staging services to assist homeowners throughout the moving process. Reinstated Aligning Wellness Clinic Dr. Doug Miller 405 Frederick Road Suite 258 Catonsville MD drdougmiller@aligningwellness.com You Will Benefit from Taking a More Active Role in the Chamber! Being part of a chamber committee is a great way to network with fellow chamber members and reap the benefits of making those connections while making an impact on the community your business serves. Just contact the committee chairpersons listed on our website, or call the chamber office. Your participation will be enthusiastically received and welcomed. Join a committee today! Contact Teal Cary for more information. Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter 5

6 The Chamber In Pictures Photos by Balance Photography Network the Ville at Revolve Wellness Studios March 12, Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter

7 3rd MEGA NETWORKING BREAKFAST Pikesville, Baltimore County Wednesday, June 26, :00 am to 9:30 am DoubleTree by Hilton Baltimore North/Pikesville 1726 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD Network with businesses throughout Baltimore County. Includes a trade show. Show off your business for ONLY $125, includes one registration fee. $150 for non-members. Contact the chamber office to reserve your space. First Come, First Served! Members: Pre-Registered $25, At the Door $35 Non-Members: Pre-Registered $30, At the Door $40 Cost includes breakfast. FREE PARKING! Register today online at Event Sponsored By: Event Sponsored By: Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce, Baltimore County Business Association, Catonsville Chamber of Commerce, Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Dundalk Chamber of Commerce,Dundalk Renaissance Corporation, Greater Arbutus Business Association, Hereford Zone Business Association, Hunt Valley Business Forum, Northwest Chamber of Commerce, Perry Hall White Marsh Business Association, Pikesville Owings Mills Regional Chamber, and the Towson Chamber of Commerce Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter 7

8 WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR TAX REFUND? Matthew Dunigan Edward Jones Financial Advisor Contributing View Columnist We re getting close to the tax-filing deadline. For many of us, this means it s that time of year when we get our biggest financial windfall a tax refund. If you have recently received a refund, or are expecting to get one in the next few weeks, what should you do with it? Of course, you could just spend the money on something you want, but if you d like to maximize the financial benefits from your refund, you might want to consider other options, including the following: Invest the money. In 2018, the average tax refund was about $2,700. For this year, it might be somewhat lower, due to changes in the tax laws and the failure of taxpayers to adjust their withholdings in response. However, if you were to receive in the neighborhood of $2,700, you d be almost halfway to the annual IRA contribution limit, which, in 2019, is $6,000. (If you re 50 or older, you can put in up to $7,000). If you have already maxed out on your IRA, you could use your refund to fill in gaps you may have in other parts of your investment portfolio. Pay insurance premiums. Let s face it nobody really likes paying insurance premiums. Yet, if you have anyone depending on you, you will certainly need life insurance, and possibly disability insurance as well. And if you want to help protect your financial resources later in life from threats such as an extended and hugely expensive stay in a nursing home, you also may want to consider long-term care insurance. Your tax refund could help pay for some of these premiums, boosting your cash flow during the months you would normally be making these payments. Contribute to a college fund. It s never too soon to begin saving for college, which has grown increasingly expensive over the last several years. So, if you have young children, you may want to think about investing some or all of your refund into a college-savings account, such as a tax-advantaged 529 plan. Pay off debts. You might be able to use your refund to pay down some debts or perhaps even pay off some of your smaller ones. The lower your monthly debt load, the more money you will have available to invest for the future. Keep in mind, though, that you might not want to look at all debts in the same way. For example, putting extra money toward your mortgage might help you pay it off faster, but you ll also be funding an asset namely, your house that might not provide you with the same liquidity as you can get from investments such as stocks and bonds. Help build an emergency fund. By building an emergency fund containing six to 12 months worth of living expenses, you can help yourself avoid dipping into your long-term investments to pay for large, unplanned-for bills, such as a major car repair or an expensive dental procedure. Your tax refund could help build such a fund, with the money ideally being placed in low-risk, liquid vehicles. Clearly, you can help yourself make progress toward a number of your financial goals with your tax refund so put it to good use. Edward Jones is a licensed insurance producer in all states and Washington, D.C., through Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. and in California, New Mexico and Massachusetts through Edward Jones Insurance Agency of California, L.L.C.; Edward Jones Insurance Agency of New Mexico, L.L.C.; and Edward Jones Insurance Agency of Massachusetts, L.L.C. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. SITTING ON THE JOB Jamin Parezo, PT, DPT, OCS Esterson and Associates Physical Therapy Contributing View Columnist Many Americans have sedentary jobs, where they are sitting in front of a computer for eight or more hours per day. There is ample research that prolonged sitting is bad for us in many ways, including our cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health. In terms our musculoskeletal health, faulty sitting, or just plain too much sitting can lead to and contribute to the development of pain and injuries. With bad posture certain muscles can get over-used and can shorten, leading to problems down the road. The following are some general guidelines that people can put into practice to make their posture and their desk set up better. First and foremost, make sure that you are sitting properly in your chair. Ideally, your back should be in contact with back of the chair. It is a good idea to have lumbar support in your chair, so that the natural curves of your spine are properly supported. If you chair does not have lumbar support built into it, you may want to consider buying a lumbar support cushion that you can attach to the chair and leave in place. Oftentimes, people tend to end up at the front of their seat hunched forward, so try to be aware of this from time to time and scoot back in your chair so that your spine is supported. Second, you will want the keyboard positioned so that you are not reaching out, or up, or down very much. It is best to have your elbows adjusted close to a 90 degree angle, ideally with your forearms resting on arm rests. Third, you will want to be able to fit your knees under the keyboard tray or desk comfortably without having to put your legs at funny angles. Fourth, the monitor should be positioned directly in front of you and close enough that you can see it easily without leaning forward or squinting. Ideally, the top of the monitor should be at eye level. Now, even if you put these guidelines into practice, it is a good idea to take short breaks from the sitting throughout the day and move around the office a bit. Also, if you are lucky enough to have one of those adjustable desks that can be used for standing and sitting, it is not a bad idea to do some desk work in standing for part of the day but it would not be advisable to stand at your desk all day long. When standing you would want to keep the same positioning for your arms, the keyboard, and the monitor as with sitting. Dr. Parezo is an associate of Esterson and Associates Physical Therapy, an independent, privately-owned physical therapy practice, proudly serving Catonsville for more than 30 years. 8 Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter

9 MORE PUBLIC PARKING NEEDED? IT S A GREAT PROBLEM TO HAVE FREDERICK RD FRIDAYS continued from page 1 The Parking Analysis Work Group is chaired by Don Mohler and consists of representatives from Councilman Quark s office, Fredrick Road commercial property owners, businesses owners, restaurant owners and residents. Teal Cary represents the Chamber of Commerce. As part of its due diligence, the workgroup reviewed a 2012 report entitled Catonsville 2020 The Future of the Village. At the time of that report it was concluded that sufficient parking needs were being met for the existing commercial uses. It did at that time recommend, however, that signage for public and off-street parking be implemented. And if additional development came on board, that increased density might necessitate increased public parking in cooperation with the Baltimore County Revenue Authority. The workgroup recognizes that with the successful growth of businesses on Frederick Road, such as the addition of State Fare, the 818 Market and hopefully changes to the Plymouth Wallpaper building; Catonsville is poised to make pro-active recommendations to address potential parking problems as this growth spurt takes hold. The group is actively looking at a number of options such as shared public and private parking lots, increasing pedestrian and bike options for the village, designated employee parking for businesses that will not impact customer parking, valet parking for Frederick Road restaurants and even future recommendations for an off Frederick Road two-tier parking garage. To help the workgroup gather information from the businesses about their parking needs for both their customers and employees, the Chamber has created a parking analysis survey. The survey has been ed to our membership and posted to Facebook. If you are a business owner located between the 600 block and the 1000 block of Frederick Road please help us by completing the survey found on the Chamber s website. A meeting of the restaurant owners is slated for April 29 to begin a discussion of the valet parking idea and the full workgroup will resume meeting in May. BE A 2019 FREDERICK ROAD FRIDAYS SPONSOR How can you motivate others to perform more effectively? continued from page 4 A study by Latham & Seijts in the Journal of Organizational Behavior concluded, when people set proximal or subgoals in addition to the performance goal, profits are significantly higher than with a single performance goal. SMART Goals and subgoals are some of the most powerful tools you have as a manager to help your employees stay on track, make corrections when needed and keep your entire team motivated to achieve more. For more on how to set goals in your organization and motivate your team, call us for a FREE 60-Minute Goal-Setting Consultation at About Dennis J. Sullivan: Dennis is author of The Breakthrough One Page Marketing Plan ( and is an Associate Professor at CCBC. He is the recent recipient of ACBSP s International Teaching Excellence Award making him one of the top 2 business professors in the world. He is also Executive Director of CCBC Center for Business Innovation and owner of Breakthrough Pros, a consulting company, specializing in growing and turning around businesses. Contact information: or Dennis@BreakthroughPros.com The Chamber is looking forward to another very successful summer concert season. We have the bands and the non-profit partners scheduled; now all we need are our generous sponsors. Would you like to be a sponsor of these very successful events? A sponsorship includes a booth space at the concerts; your business name on the FRF sign proudly displayed at each concert and remaining in place throughout the entire summer; and your name on our FRF website page, our Facebook page, and on a poster distributed throughout the community. For your convenience, the sponsorship application is online and your sponsorship can be paid with a credit card. Here is the link you need: onsorship-program/ Feel free to call Teal Cary, if you have any questions, and thank you in advance for your support. Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter 9

10 The Chamber Member News Support Catonsville Emergency Assistance and eat great pizza at a fundraiser at: Tuesday, April 16 4:00-8:00 pm Peace a Pizza 15 Mellor Avenue, Catonsville Eat In or Carry Out (deliveries not included in fundraiser) Men 琀 on CEA at checkout and 20% of the proceeds will be donated to CEA! Catonsville Emergency Assistance serves greater Catonsville residents with emergency food, evic 琀 on preven 琀 on, and u 琀 lity cut-o 昀 interven 琀 on Bloomsbury Ave, Catonsville, MD h 琀 p://catonsvillehelp.org CELEBRATE 18TH CENTURY AMERICA AT THE TENTH ANNUAL COLONIAL MARKET FAIR! June 8 & 9 10:00 4: Oella Avenue, Catonsville, MD Bring your family to the tenth annual Colonial Market Fair on June 8 and 9, 2019 from 10:00-4:00 at the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum located in Catonsville, MD. This living history event brings together historical re-enactors, musicians, tradesmen, and craftsmen to recreate America s most revolutionary era. While here, walk in the footsteps of Benjamin Banneker, an accomplished writer, mathematician, scientist, and surveyor of our nation s capital. Stop by his cabin and say good day as you ask him about his many well-known accomplishments. His grandmother, Molly Bannaky and best friend, Jacob Hall, will also be visiting Banneker on this mirthful day. There will be plenty of games, colonial crafts, and animals to captivate the imagination of children of all ages. Feel free to arrive wearing your own stylish colonial garb and join others in discussing the latest 18th century gossip. For further information, please call the park and museum at (410) or visit Fair.com. A $5 parking donation is suggested. This event is co-sponsored by the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks and the Benjamin Banneker Foundation. 18 th century re-enactors, craftsmen, and musicians! Meet Benjamin Banneker as well as his family and friends! Tour Benjamin Banneker s farmstead! Fun for the whole family! Free admission, $5 parking donation is appreciated! The Colonial Market Fair is supported by the Benjamin Banneker Foundation, the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum, and the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks. Should you require special accommodations (i.e. language interpreter, large print, etc.), please give as much notice as possible by calling the Banneker Park Office, or the Therapeutic Office at TDD Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter

11 2019 Chamber Events Calendar APRIL Event: Network the CCBC-Catonsville Date: Monday, April 8, 2019 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Place: 800 South Rolling Road Center for Technology, Art & Design Cost: $10 pre-registered & pre-paid $15 at door & non-members MAY Event: Opening of Sunday Farmers Market (each Sun. 5/5 to 11/24) Date: Sunday, May 5, 2019 Time: 9:00 am Place: 15 Mellor Avenue Cost: FREE Event: Bacon N Business Seminar- Date: Thursday, March 23, 2019 Time: 7:30 am Place: Brightview Rolling Hills Cost: $25 pre-registered & pre-paid $35 at door, $35 non-members Event: Network the Objects Found, co-host IAMP s At Jennings Cafe Date: Monday, May 6, 2019 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Place: 11 Egges Land Cost: $10 pre-registered & pre-paid $15 non-members Event: Chamber Open House/ Networking Event Date: Thursday, May 23, 2019 Time: 5:00-7:00 pm Place: 757 Frederick Road Cost: FREE JUNE Event: Date: Time: Place: Cost: Mega Networking Breakfast & Trade Show June 8:00-9:30 am Double Tree Hilton $25 pre-registered & pre-paid $35 at door, $35 non-members JUNE through AUGUST Event: Frederick Road Fridays Date: Every Friday, June 7 - Aug. 30 Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Place: The Shops on Mellor Cost: FREE SEPTEMBER Event: 46th Annual Catonsville Arts & Crafts Festival Date: Sunday, September 8, 2019 Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Place: CCBC-Catonsville, Lot 6 Cost: FREE Event: Network the Ville Date: Monday, September 16, 2018 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Place: TBA Cost: $10 pre-registered & pre-paid $15 non-members OCTOBER Event: Date: Time: Place: Cost: Bacon N Business Seminar- TBA 7:30 am Brightview Rolling Hills $25 pre-registered & pre-paid $35 at door, $35 non-members Event: Network the Ville Date: Monday, Oct. 7, 2019 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Place: Holiday Inn Express & Suites 5701 Baltimore National Pike Cost: $10 pre-registered & pre-paid $15 non-members Event: Chamber Open House/ Networking Event Date: Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019 Time: 5:00-7:00pm Place: 757 Frederick Road Cost: FREE NOVEMBER Event: Network the Ville Date: Monday, Nov. 4, 2019 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Place: TBA Cost: $10 pre-registered & pre-paid $15 non-members DECEMBER Event: Holiday Party - Bring Your Company Party to us! Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2019 Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Place: Overhills Mansion Cost: Five guests or more - $30 each $35 single registrations $40 at the door The Children s Home Annual 5K Walk for Youth Abeautiful spring stroll can ensure a rewarding summer for young women and men. The Children s Home will host the 5K Walk for Youth on Saturday, May 4, 2019, beginning at 9:00am and starting from 205 Bloomsbury Avenue in Catonsville. The walkers travel through historic Catonsville to benefit the New Adventures Camp for at-risk youth. Beyond the finish line are music, food, activities, and prizes. Early registration is $25 for each walker and $30 on the day of the event. Teams of five or more will receive a registration-fee discount. Those unable to participate can support the Walk with an I Wish I Could Be There sponsorship of $50. Registration is available online at: Vender spaces and sponsorships are available at For more information, contact Gail Lee, Director of Development, at or glee@thechildrenshome.net. Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter 11

12 WHY IS BUSINESS NETWOKING IMPORTANT? From The Small Business Network As an entrepreneur, networking is a key activity that is not only fun, but critical to your personal growth and business development. Small business is all about networking, building relationships and taking action. Building a successful business takes a lot of time and drive, so it s good to have a network of friends and associates to draw energy from and keep you going. By surrounding yourself with people who share a similar drive and ambition, you are more likely to move forward as a group. But that s not the only benefit of networking. In fact that s only the beginning. 1. Shared Knowledge Networking is great for sharing ideas and knowledge. Whether it s asking for feedback or discussing your point of view, it will help you expand your knowledge and allow you to see things from another perspective.it is also likely that within a group there will be those who have already been where you are today. This provides you with an opportunity to learn and avoid some of the common pitfalls they experienced. 2. Opportunities It s natural that networking will result in opportunities. The thing you will not know is when or how they will materialise. Whether it s a referral, offer partnership or request for your service or product, it is important to be ready to seize opportunities when they come along. Follow us on: 3. Connections Remember you are not just gaining exposure to the people in the room, you are building connections with their network too. If someone they know has a need that matches your business, if you have made an impression, you will likely get a referral. And remember it s not just a one-way street. If someone in your network matches a business you encounter at an event, don t hesitate to share their details. It will only strengthen your relationship. 4. Increased confidence By regularly networking, and pushing yourself to talk to people you don t know, it will help increase your confidence. This is an important attribute as a business owner, because your business growth is dependent on talking to people and making connections. 5. Raising your profile Being visible and getting noticed is a big benefit of networking. By regularly attending business and social events, people will begin to recognise you. This can you help to build your reputation as a knowledgeable, reliable and supportive person by offering useful information or tips to people who need it. You are also more likely to get more leads and referrals as you will be the one that pops into their head when they need what you offer. Join our Chamber s MEMBERS ONLY Facebook Group: CatonsivlleChamber/ WHEN ALLERGIES START TO BLOOM FOLLOW THESE TIPS FROM PATIENT FIRST Spring arrived officially on March 20th but many allergy sufferers say it started early here. Tree pollen is on the rise and recent warm temperatures are a reminder that people need to have a treatment plan ready. Tree pollen is the biggest cause of spring allergy symptoms. Combine tree pollen with the grass pollen that arrives soon and more than 50 million allergic Americans are bracing themselves for sneezes and watery eyes. You do not have to suffer without relief. Over-the-counter allergy remedies may help people with minor symptoms. For those with more severe allergic reactions, Patient First physicians may prescribe stronger treatments. Allergy symptoms may also be reduced by: Closing windows and using the air conditioner to decrease the amount of pollen entering the home Minimizing outdoor activity between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. when pollen counts are the highest Using pollen-removing air filters and changing them regularly. Quote for the Month "Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'" Robin Williams 12 Greater Catonsville Chamber Newsletter