Carroll County Chamber Chat: Recent Episodes
Carroll County Chamber of Commerce
Each week on Chamber Chat, Mike McMullin, President of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce, welcomes members on the show to talk about business in Carroll.
In this week's show, Mike chats with Dwayne Myers, owner of Dynamic Automotive, a new business in Downtown Sykesville about their community focus and their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting set for Thursday, June 26th at 3:00 PM. They are located at 881 Dndosky Rd. in Downtown Sykesville.
This is Part #2 of an interview with Reggie Smith, owner of RU Coached and author of a new book called Workplace Relationships That Thrive, along with Sylvia Blair, owner of Blair Copywriting and Communications, LLC, and ghostwriter of this essential book on culture and relationships at the office.
This week's guest is Brooke Nixon, Miss Maryland Volunteer, who will be representing Maryland on the national stage in Jackson, TN this June! Miss Volunteer America is a nationwide scholarship program based in Tennessee that seeks to empower young women across the country through scholarships and community service efforts. Mike and Brooke talk about scholarship and service opportunities that Miss Maryland Volunteer offers and talk about Brooke's preparation for the national competition!
This is Part #1 of an interview with Reggie Smith, owner of RU Coached and author of a new book called Workplace Relationships That Thrive, along with Sylvia Blair, owner of Blair Copywriting and Communications, LLC, and ghostwriter of this essential book on culture and relationships at the office. Part #2 of this interview will air on June 8th.
This week I'm talking with Andrea Lane, General Manager of Sweetbay Farms, a wonderful local Nursery and Garden Center in Westminster with everything needed to beautify your landscaping and interior greenery! Coupled with their knowledgeable and friendly employees, this is the place to go in Carroll County.
Our guest this week is Andy Gilliland, Valvoline Instant Oil Change General Manager. We're talking about their new location in Westminster and their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on May 16th.
This week Mike is talking with Trish Alejandrez, co-owner of Papa Joe's Mexican Restaurant in Westminster, about their local Westminster restaurant of 19 years. All their Mexican food is made from scratch and it's delicious, so check them out! Happy Cinco de Mayo!
This week I'm talking with JoJo Maguire of JoJo Maguire Design, a new business in Westminster that specializes in offering a full service bridal experience. This is the show for April 27th and they also have a Grand Opening with us set for May 7th.
In honor of Earth Day (April 22, 2025), I'm interviewing two board members from the Carroll County Environmental Council about what they do and about their awards.
This week Mike is talking with Michelle and Mia Alessi, the owners of Starlings Kitchen & Bakery at 172 E. Main Street in Downtown Westminster. They're open 7 days a week and they serve amazing baked goods, as well as a very diverse breakfast and lunch menu.
This week my guest is Garrett Hoover, President and COO of Carroll Hospital and Sr. Vice-President of Lifebridge Health. We're talking about Carroll Hospital's new Emergency Department Renovation Project.
This week I'm talking with United Way Board Member, Celene Steckel, about the United Way of Central Maryland ‘s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration.
This week Mike is talking with Mandy Gilbart, Principal of Carroll Lutheran School, about the excellent education they offer that is formed in faith.
This week I'm talking with Stephanie Powers, Executive Director of Care Healing Center, formerly Rape Crisis Intervention Service of Carroll County. They are the primary provider of free comprehensive services to survivors of sexual violence in Carroll County since 1978 and now with an expanded mission and new name, they also provide services for human trafficking victims of any age.
My guest is Cody Snyder, Manager of O'Lordan's Irish Pub in Downtown Westminster. We're talking about all the happenings at O'Lordan's as they gear up for St. Patrick's Day on March 17th.
The Carroll Biz Challenge application period is officially open! I'm chatting with past Grand Prize winners, Steve Moore of Run Moore in Downtown Westminster and Hannah Brookfield of BotaniGal in Downtown Sykesville, about the Biz Challenge and what the experience did for their businesses.
This week my guest is Steve Potorti, the owner of Giulianova Groceria and Italian Deli at 11 East Main Street in Downtown Westminster. Giulianova is the next door neighbor of the Chamber and Mike is beyond excited about their new Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich! As Mike is a Chicago native, this slice of home is so welcome!
This Sunday. I'm with Paul, the owner of Chicken Salad Chick. We're talking about this new Westminster restaurant and all they have to offer!
This week I'm chatting with Sam Havighurst, President of North Carroll Community School, about their philosophy on educating children and their amazing school.
This week I'm talking with Steve Lowe, co-owner of 127 Creative and the Producer of the Chamber's Marquee event, the Carroll Biz Challenge. We're holding the Biz Challenge Kickoff meeting this Tuesday, February 4th, at 6 PM at Carroll Community College.
This week my guest is Jaclyne Roberts of R & W Kitchen and Bath in Westminster. We chat about the unique service this long standing local business provides. Owners, Jaclyne and her husband, Daniel, are community-minded people who are very involved in the Chamber's Young Professional Group, Launch Carroll.
My guest is Art Riley of Kiwanis and we are talking about the leadership programs they are offering for 7th and 8th grade students, as well as 9th and 10th graders. This sounds amazing and there is still time to enroll your students.
This week Mike's guest is Megan Plumley, co-owner of Plumley Creative, a design studio in Sykesville that specializes in branding and web development. Megan is also the newest Chamber of Commerce Board member.
Mike's guest today is Sherry Cracium-Bolin, Principal of Brown Plus in Westminster. Sherry fills us in with some of the bigger business tax changes coming in 2025.
Today Mike is talking with Dort Mollett, owner of Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, about their amazing establishment, which is a true jewel and Carroll County destination.
Today Mike is talking with George Wenck, co-owner of Westminster's newest Main Street business, Bargain Hunters Antiques and Collectibles. Located at 10 East Main Street in Downtown Westminster. They are celebrating their Grand Opening and Ribbon cutting on Wednesday, December 18th, at 1PM. This is a great place to pick up some last minute gift items!
Today Mike is chatting with Mark Seaman, General Manager of the TownMall of Westmsinter about the festive happenings going on there, including the visit by Santa!
Today Mike is chatting with Ian Scott of Quest Voyager about the Chamber's amazing European Christmas Markets trip in December of 2025! Pure Magic!
Mike is talking with Brenda Meadows, Executive Director of the Shepherds Staff, about their upcoming Festival of Trees and about their new home.
As the holidays draw near, Mike is chatting with Sweetbay Farms about the events they have planned to bring some Christmas cheer to the local community! Check out their amazing offer on Christmas trees...it's like getting your tree for FREE from Santa!
Today Mike is talking with Dr. Rose Mince, the new President of Carroll Community College, about exciting things happening at the College!
Today Mike's guest is Jason Siddock, Executive Director of the Carroll County Veterans Independence Project. They talk about what the organization does for local veterans and about their upcoming events in celebration of Veterans Day.
Today Mike and Becky showcase upcoming Chamber events and the benefits of joining the Chamber in it's 100th year!
Today Mike is chatting with Ms. Denise Beaver, the Carroll County Economic Development Director, about the Workforce Development program.
Today Mike is chatting with noted economist, Anirban Basu, about some of the topics he'll be covering at the Annual Meeting on October 24th.
Mike is happy to have Jon Weetman back for Part 2 of their interview, and they discuss Jon's involvement with the Chamber Board and the Chamber's Foundation Board, as well as his annual involvement as Emcee of the Carroll Biz Challenge. Jon is the owner of Jonathan C Weetman, the Entrepreneur's Lawyer.
Today Mike is chatting with Chamber Board Member, Jon Weetman, owner of Jonathan C. Weetman, the Entrepreneur's Lawyer. In the first part of a 2 part show, we discuss why entrepreneurs need legal guidance and why Jon became an attorney at the age of 40.
This is Part 2 of the interview with Doug Howard, President of Growth Team Strategies and we're talking in this episode of Doug's 8 Strategies to be an Effective Leader in Turbulent Times.
Today Mike's guest is Doug Howard, business coach, and President of Growth Team Strategies. We're talking about the qualities of a leader and the basic need of all business professionals to have a Coach.
Today Mike is talking with Mike Spence, the Owner of X-Golf of Eldersburg, the new Carroll County entertainment destination located at 1346 Liberty Rd. STE-2 Eldersburg MD 21784. Enjoy simulation golf and augmented darts 7 days a week, along with delicious food and drinks!
Today Mike chats with Coleen Kramer Beal of Velnoskey Wealth Management and Emily Miller of Barnes Bollinger Insurance about the 3rd Annual Carroll County Women's Conference set for Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at McDaniel College.
Today Mike talks about the Chamber's exciting trip to Turkey in April of 2025 and the upcoming September 10th webinar!
Today Mike chats with two iconic Eldersburg business owners about their recent collaboration. Dante Liberatore, owner of Liberatore's Ristorante in Eldersburg, and Mike McKelvin, owner of 1623 Brewing Company in Eldersburg, have married their talents to bring us Craft Culture. Come to 5975 Exchange Dr. Suite H-L in Eldersburg and check out their amazing beers and their outstanding new menu!
Today Mike is chatting with Caitlin Leduc, Senior Director of Development for United Way of Central Maryland. They review what United Way does and how they interact with the local non-profits in Carroll County, as well as their sponsorship of the Carroll Biz CHallenge Changemaker Award on August 15th at the Carroll Arts Center.
Mike's guests are Steve and Kim of 127 Creative. They are the producers of the Carroll Biz Challenge and we're talking about the Final Five for this year's competition!
Today Mike's guest is Brenda Frazier, VP of Development at Carroll Hospital, and they chat about the November 2nd 2024 Auxiliary Ball.
Today Mike is chatting with Wilson Bounds, the owner of two local businesses: Bounds Accounting & Tax Services LLC and Heltebridle Bounds Insurance Agency. We go over all the services his companies provide, as well as the numerous local non-profits he is involved with.
Mike is chatting with Jenny Burd Rogers, the Volunteer Coordinator for the newly forming Civitan Club of Carroll County. She's announcing an open house on July 30th from 4-7pm where guests can learn about joining the club.
Today Mike is chatting with George and Jason, co-owners of Revolution Motor Works in Finksburg, about their services and about their upcoming Car Care Clinic on July 23rd.
Today Mike is chatting with Tiombe Paige, the owner of Cultivated, Westminster's Main Street boutique about what's new in her world of unique gifts and fashion.
Check out the 2nd part of Mike's chat with President of Carroll Community College, Dr. Jim Ball, and hear more about his future plans post retirement.
Part 1 of this show I'm speaking with Dr. Jim Ball, President of Carroll Community College, about his upcoming retirement on July 5th.
Today Mike is chatting with Steve Lowe, co-owner of 127 Creative and the Producer of the Carroll Biz Challenge about the Biz Challenge Meet and Greet happening at 6pm this Thursday at the TownMall. Come and hear a quick pitch from all of this year's 32 local contestants!
Today Mike is chatting with Dr. Kelly Betts of Integrative Dental Health in Eldersburg about her practice and about the awesome annual block party she is orchestrating for Saturday, June 8th.
Today Mike is talking with Brooke Nixon, Miss Carroll County 2024, about what this year has meant to her and about her next steps to becoming Miss America.
This is the second of a two-part show where Mike is chatting with CJ Miller, the President of CJ Miller Asphalt Paving and Site Development Company in Carroll County. This extraordinary company was founded in 1959 and does excellent work, all while employing over 400 people and giving back to our community in so many ways!
Today is the first of a two-part show where Mike is chatting with CJ Miller, the President of CJ Miller Asphalt Paving and Site Development Company in Carroll County. This extraordinary company was founded in 1959 and does excellent work, all while employing over 400 people and giving back to our community in so many ways!
Today Mike's guest is Ashley Peterson, General Manager of the Westminster Staples. They are talking about the many areas of service they provide and about their event coming up Tuesday, May 7th.
Part 2 of Mike's conversation with Billy Lyve of Find Your Purpose. This chat is focused on talking about his business "Movers and Shakers" as well as Wisdom Court. Listen in to get a better understanding of all that Billy does to impact our local community!
This week Mike chats with Billy Lyve in Part 1 of a 2 part episode where we discover more of what Billy and Find Your Purpose is all about! Part 2 will air next week.
Today Mike is talking with Rachael Miller, owner of Laughing Coffin, the new Taneytown Hobby Shop & Gaming Social Club.
Today Mike is chatting with Donna Jean Shybunko, Sales Manager of WTTR Radio, about their format and the Orioles games they've been broadcasting for well over 50 years! This is a great opportunity to advertise on local radio!
Today Mike is chatting with long-standing Chamber member Hoffman, Comfort, Offut, Scott and Halstad, LLP. He talks with Neal Hoffman, Managing Partner, and Dennis Twigg, Partner and past Chamber Board Chair, about their history and involvement with the Chamber over the past decades!
Today my guest is Greg Condon, owner of Condon Auto Parts and Fisher Tire and Auto, and we're talking about their goal of giving a car to a well deserving family.
Today Mike is talking with Erin DiNello of Penguin Random House, and the Chair of the 25th Annual Taste of Carroll Event Committee, about this outstanding event, which is sponsored by M&T Bank. This culinary event supports Bridging LIfe Hospice and Palliative Care, and is scheduled for Monday, April 29th, from 6-9 PM at 1623 Brewing Company in Eldersburg
Today Mike is chatting with Cody Snyder, Manager of O'Lordan's Irish Pub in Westminster, about what they are planning to do for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day weekend.
Today Mike's guest is Tony Acampa of Shelter Systems and they are talking about the entrepreneurial non-profit he is involved in called "Hey Westminster." They review applications from businesses and individuals in Westminster who look to make Westminster a more awesome place to be, and they award $1,000 per month to the winners.
Today Mike's guest is Kara Grandea of Kara Grandea Acupuncture and Wellness. A new member to the Chamber, Kara and I talk about the benefits of acupuncture!
Today Mike is talking with Dave Bollinger and Emily Bollinger Miller of Barnes Bollinger Insurance. Located on Main Street in Downtown Westminster they are a fixture of the community and one of our long-standing Chamber members!
Love is in the Air at Shipley's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry in Hampstead this Valentine's Day and all year through. Mike is showcasing Seth Shipley this week!
In honor of the Chamber's 100-year anniversary, today I am talking with Charles Fisher of Walsh & Fisher, PA, a Westminster based law firm that has been a Chamber member for the entire 100 years of our existence.
Today Mike is discussing the 2024 Carroll Biz Challenge and the February 6th Kickoff event!
Today Mike's guests are Ian and Branka Scott of Quest Voyager joining him to talk about the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce October trip to Croatia. With a special emphasis on just exactly where Croatia is and what it has to offer, they discuss what makes it better than Italy in many regards!
Today Mike is chatting with Jill Centofanti, Dean of Admissions at McDaniel College, about their Carroll County Scholars program that is designed to provide guidance and support for 8th and 10th grade students in Carroll County as they search for the right College path.
Today Mike is interviewing Forest Howell, the owner of Runway Self Storage, the new state of the art storage facility in Westminster.
Today Mike is chatting with the General Manager from the Westminster Townmall, Mark Seaman, about the 60+ businesses in the mall. Westminster Townmall is located at 400 North Center Street, in the heart of Downtown Westminster.
Today Mike is talking with Amy Goodell, owner of Deja Vu Jewels, Co. inTaneytown. She sells antique jewelry and also owns Miceli Appraisers where she specializes in appraising most anything from personal property and estates to all kinds of equipment for restaurants, medical, machinery, etc.
Today Mike is talking with Hector Enriques and Katie Barron from BierBath, Inc., the new Spa & Alehouse in Eldersburg, about their very unique and amazing place for heath conscious people who also love beer!
Listen in as Mike chats with Hannah Curtright, Miss Maryland 2016 and the Executive Director of the Miss Carroll County Scholarship Organization.
Today Mike is chatting with Caroline Babylon, Director of Carroll Food Sunday about how they are helping the Carroll County community during the holidays.
Today Mike is chatting with Andrea Lane, the General Manager of Sweetbay Farms in Westminster, MD.
Today Mike is chatting with Missie Wilcox the owner of MarketWorks about the Holiday Hopper.
Today Mike is chatting about the March 2024 trip to Iceland. You can reserve a spot for the trip through November 22nd, 2023.
Today Mike is chatting with Scott Wantz of Wantz Chevrolet in Taneytown about the great local event they are involved in: Christmas for Community Kids! Check this out and help spread some Christmas spirit to those less fortunate that most.
Today Mike is chatting with Matthew Culotta and Julian Jaspert, the new owners of Bullock’s Family Restaurant in Westminster, about their Grand Re-Opening and Ribbon Cutting on October 26th, and about what people can expect from the New Bullock’s!
Today Mike's guest is Marjorie Lohnes of the Woman’s Club of Westminster, originally founded in Westminster in 1011. They are chatting about the great service work this club does.
Today Mike is chatting with Mayor Mona Becker of Westminster and discussing the drought Carroll County has been experiencing over the past year; what can the residents do to help conserve water.
This week Mike is chatting with Will and Alli Richards of Dill Dinkers about their new indoor Pickleball facility in Finksburg and it's October 3rd Grand Opening!
Today Mike is talking with Jacie Mathias, Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Carroll County, about their Philanthropist of the Year Awards on September 27th.
Today Mike is chatting with Hunter and Andrew, two of the young entrepreneurs who run Maryland Print House…an amazing local printing business that is run by local Carroll Countians!
Today Mike is chatting with Christine Walters dicussing the upcoming luncheon on September 14th about Marijuana in the Workplace.
Today Mike is talking with Ishtiaq Khan, the owner of Salwa Mediterranean, a delicious Middle Eastern culinary gem located in the TownMall of Westminster.
Today Mike is chatting with Lynne Griffith, Carroll County Arts Council Executive Director, about the various interesting events and shows they have scheduled!
Today Mike is interviewing Mark Blacksten, ACNB Bank Executive Vice-President/Maryland Market President, about what their great local bank has to offer!
Today Mike is chatting with Megan from the Chamber about all of the amazing restaurants that are participating in this year's Carroll County Restaurant Week!
This Sunday Mike is talking with the last of the Final Five, LDOT, about their amazing smartphone app designed to assist the blind.
Today Mike is talking with Laith Nichols, owner of HiiveCo, a turnkey beekeeping service offering hive installation and maintenance across Central Maryland and the Greater Baltimore Metro. HiiveCo is also one of the Final Five Carroll Biz Challenge Finalists.
Mike is chatting with the team from Good Time Health, a coffee brand, infused with mushrooms, that promotes simple changes to everyday habits that allow a vast wealth of health benefits. Good Time Health is one of the Final Five Finalists in this year’s Carroll Biz Challenge.
Today Mike's guest is Billy Lyve, owner of Find Your Purpose, a Carroll County non-profit that aspires to elevate and empower individuals of all ages through mentorship, experiential learning, and entrepreneurship. Find Your Purpose is one of the Final Five entrepreneurs to be featured in the Chamber’s marquee event, the Carroll Biz Challenge on August 3, 2023.
Today Mike is talking with Max Weider, inventor of Celcy, a freezer/oven kitchen appliance and one of the Final Five contestants in this year's Carroll Biz Challenge.
Today Mike is talking with Steve Lowe, C0-Founder of 127 Creative and the Producer of the Chamber's Carroll Biz Challenge. We're unveiling the Final Five contestants in this year's competition!
Today Mike is chatting with Karen Baker, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Carroll County, about their mission.
Today Mike is talking with Westminster Mayor Mona Becker about the BBQ Stroll on Saturday, June 17th.
Today Mike is talking to Andi Walsh, the Brightview Westminster Ridge Wellspring Village Director, and Julie Peatt Cassaday, author of the new book Dear Sweet Mama: Caregiving for a loved one during the Covid 19 Pandemic. We’re talking about what Brightview has to offer and about their Open House event on Tuesday, June 13th from 4-6PM.
Today Mike is talking with Dave Palmer, owner of Brewery Fire in Taneytown, about their business and his impression of how the Carroll Biz Challenge process was for them when they won the Biz Challenge in 2018. This year’s application period ends on May 31st.
Today Mike is chatting with Hannah Brookfield, owner of BotaniGal in Sykesville, and the winner of the 2022 Carroll Biz Challenge. We’re talking about the Biz Challenge process and why people should apply, as the deadline for applications is May 31st.
Today Mike is talking to Steve Lowe, owner of 127 Creative and the producer of the Carroll Biz Challenge, about the Annual Biz Challenge application process which ends on May 31st.
This week Mike is continuing his talk with Melissa Caylor, RN Stroke Program Coordinator at Carroll Hospital, about the signs that someone is having a stroke. This is always an important topic, but even more so as May is Stroke Awareness Month.
This week Mike is talking with Melissa Caylor, RN Stroke Program Coordinator at Carroll Hospital, about the signs that someone is having a stroke. This is always an important topic, but even more so as May is Stroke Awareness Month.
Today Mike is talking with Lisa Degitz, Director of Operations for Carroll Occupational Health, about the upcoming Annual Carroll County Public Safety Awards on Monday, May 15, 2023. Learn how to sponsor and/or get tickets to this amazing event where we honor our police, fire and first responders who lay down their lives every day for the citizens of Carroll County.
Today Mike is talking with Steve, the new owner of Giulianova Groceria & Italian Deli at 11 East Main Street in Downtown Westminster. Great food and a Downtown classic for decades!
Today Mike is chatting with Marty Hogan of The Least of These Ministries. They operate a Food Distribution program serving over 1,000 families across 14 communities in the Dominican Republic. The distribution takes place every week throughout the year, and provides rice, beans, and eggs to families living in poverty.
This Sunday Mike is talking with Matt Barto, the owner of Sweetbay Farms of Westminster, about his April 15th Grand Opening. Sweetbay Farms is located where Bowman's Home and Garden was.
Today Mike is talking with Joe Tabling about the March 30th Drug and Violence Awareness Expo that serves all 8th graders and some high school students throughout Carroll County.
Today Mike is chatting with Steve Moore from Run Moore, the amazing shoe store on Main Street in Downtown Westminster.
Today Mike is talking with Allan Hardt about the Carroll Home Show on April 22nd and 23rd, 2023.
Today Mike is chatting with Steve Lowe, the Producer of the Carroll Biz Challenge, about the top ways to make a horrible Carroll Biz Challenge application!
This week Mike talks with Donna Jean of WTTR about the exciting things happening at this amazing local radio station... The Voice of Carroll County!
Today Mike is talking with CPA Mark Zinnamosca about things to be aware of this tax season and why small businesses need the knowledge of a CPA to guide them and save them money.
Today Mike is talking with Ed Scott of Banner's Hallmark about their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, February 18th 2023.
Today Mike is talking with Heather Akers from the Hospital Foundation about their PM Connections event they're holding on February 9th with the Chamber to highlight their April Taste and Toast event (formerly called the Taste of Carroll).
Today Mike is chatting with Caitlin Leduc with the United Way of Central Maryland about their Changemaker Award.
Today Mike is chatting with Steve Lowe of 127 Creative about the February 7th Carroll Biz Challenge Kick-Off Event. If you would like to compete in the Carroll Biz Challenge of 2023 please click here to register. To learn more about the challenge please click here.
Today Mike is chatting with Jay and Karsan Witcher of Mobility City in Eldersburg about their unique service and their January 18th Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting.
Today Mike is talking with Players Fitness and Performance in Eldersburg about how they are so much more than a typical gym as well as discussing their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, January 17th 2023.
Today Mike's talking with Tamar Osterman of the Maryland Department of Commerce about how they can help small businesses in Maryland and Carroll County.
Today Mike is talking with Ted Zaleski, Director of Management and Budget for Carroll County, about how the budget looks and what he'll be addressing at our February 16th County Budget Luncheon.
This week Mike is talking with Commissioner Ed Rothstein about the new Board of Commissioners and the upcoming State of the County event on January 10th.
This week features Seth Shipley, owner of Shipley’s Diamonds and Fine Jewelry in Hampstead. Seth is a new member of the Chamber’s Board and his store is amazing and filled with last minute gift ideas!
This week Mike is talking with State Senator Justin Ready about our January 3rd Legislative Kickoff event and what he sees coming up in the new session of the Maryland General Assembly.
Today Mike is chatting with the General Manager of the TownMall of Westminster, Mr. Mark Seaman.
Today Mike is chatting with Jay Meashey, Director of Economic Development of Taneytown.
Today Mike is chatting with Emily Runkle the Artistic Director with Ballet Embody about their upcoming production of the Maryland Nutcracker on December 10th and 11th at Carroll Community College.
Today Mike is chatting it up with the owners of Waghouse Dog Daycare in Eldersburg...the new doggy daycare for busy people who love their dogs and want their four-legged friends to be getting care and love when they're at work or just away during the day!
Today Mike is chatting with the travel coordinator organizing the amazing trip to Egypt in November of 2023 as well as providing information about the meeting for the trip on Wednesday, October 26th, from 6-7:30PM. Click here for more details.
Today Mike is talking with Kati Townsley of Lost Mountain Group, a local non-profit that pairs ex-service dogs with veterans.
This Sunday I'm talking with the travel representative who is coordinating our April 2023 trip to Scotland and Northern Ireland.
This Sunday I'm talking with Doctors Melanie Rennie and Chris Coleman of Eldersburg Eye Care about their new practice in Eldersburg.
This week Mike is talking with Jacie Mathias-Jones, Executive Director of The Community Foundation of Carroll County, about their Philanthropists of the Year Awards.
This Sunday Mike is talking with Cindy McCabe, the new CCPS Superintendent of Schools about her new role and her vision for our schools. Cindy is speaking at our luncheon this Thursday at the Union Mills Homestead.
This week Mike is chatting with the grand prize winner of the 2022 Carroll Biz Challenge, Hannah Brookfield, of BotaniGal, LLC.
This week Mike is talking with Brenda Meadows, Executive Director of Shepherds Staff, and Missie Wilcox of Marketworks about the Annual Holiday Hopper, which is a charitable collaboration between Shepherds Staff, HSP and the Carroll Arts Council.
This week Mike is talking with the Carroll Music Teachers who were formerly from Coffey Music.
This week Mike is talking with Dr. David Stonko, founder of Patapsco Biomedical, LLC and the last Finalist of the Carroll Biz Challenge.
This week Mike is speaking with Kim Beatty and Janice Campbell, the owners of Goose Ridge Soaps, LLC in Hampstead. They are one of the Final Five in this year’s Carroll Biz Challenge, which is set to happen on August 18th.
This week Mike is chatting with Steve Lowe of 127 Creative and the Producer of the Carroll Biz Challenge, along with Hannah Brookfield, owner of BotaniGal, LLC, a finalist in the annual Carroll Biz Challenge competition on August 18th.
This week Mike is talking to another Carroll Biz Challenge finalist Jacob Selmer of Selmer Ironworks in Taneytown.
This week Mike is chatting about the Final Five Biz Challenge participants. His guests are Steve Lowe, owner of 127 Creative and Producer of the Biz Challenge event, along with Tony Gerald, owner of the new Soul Food restaurant on Main Street in Westminster and one of the Final Five.
This week Mike is chatting with Jane Sewell, the new Manager of the Carroll County Farm Museum.
Today Mike is chatting with Hannah Brewer Curtright, the Executive Director of the Miss Carroll County Scholarship Organization.
This week I'm chatting with Candace Birger, the new Manager of Exploration Commons, the amazing Westminster Main Street Makerspace.
This week Mike is talking with Andrea Berstler, Executive Director of the Carroll County Library System, about Exploration Commons at 50 East. This unique makerspace is available for all to experience.
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is coming to Carroll County on July 23rd, so find out how to attend these amazing events!
This week Mike is chatting about the October 2022 trip to Greece and about the June 9th webinar concerning the trip and the itinerary.
This week Mike is talking with Steve Lowe of 127 Creative and Dave Palmer of Brewery Fire (a past Biz Challenge winner) about this year's Biz Challenge and the importance of applying before the end of the month.
This week Mike is chatting with Donna Jean Shybunko, General Sales Manager of WTTR local radio, about what they’re planning for the future and the great opportunities to advertise with them!
In today's episode, we're talking with Misty Bruce, Executive Director of Red Cross of Central Maryland, about their initiatives and what they do in the community.
This week, we're talking to Katie Redding of Weight4Life about their recent Grand Opening of their Wellness Center in Westminster.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we're talking with Lynn Davis, Executive Director of Carroll County Youth Service Bureau about their many services and about May being Mental Health Awareness Month.
This Saturday's show features an in-depth look at United Ways mission in Carroll County and we announce a new Changemaker Award sponsored by United Way to be presented at our Carroll Biz Challenge.
We're talking about the economic outlook in Carroll and Maryland for the rest of 2021 and tease some topics that he will speak about at the May 18th FREE webinar.
This week, we're sitting down with Graham Dodge, the Executive Director of MAGIC to talk about their exciting May 20th Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting to celebrate Westminster's Autonomous Corridor.
I'm talking with Patricia Ryan, Director of Carroll County Community Mediation Center about the many services they provide.
We're talking with Jessica Dannattel, General Manager of Coppermine Carroll County, about their plans for Four Seasons, Sportsman's Roller Skating Center and Cascade Lake.
This week, we're talking with Bruce and Brenda Dash of Lasered Edges and their new place called Your Maryland Store. They share how they've grown stronger through pivoting through the pandemic.
This week, we're talking to Helene from the French Twist in Downtown Sykesville...a little piece of France in the heart of Carroll County!
This week, we're speaking with Judy Morley, Executive Directive of the Carroll County Arts Council, about this year's 14th Annual Peep Show!
This week, we're talking to Professor Robert Lemieuz of McDaniel College about the amazing art exhibit he is curating focusing on the History of American Animation.
I'm speaking with small business owner Kim Burckhardt of a local Commercial Cleaning company, Office Pride of Westminster and Eldersburg. Thanks,
I’m talking with Donna Jean Shybunko, General Sales Manager of WTTR, about what new things are happening with The Voice of Carroll County!
This week, we're sitting down with Joe Tabling of CQI Associates to discuss their organization and the wonderful things they have going on.
This week, we're talking to Bryan Lyburn from Habitat for Humanity to discuss the new ReStore!
This week, we're talking to Steve Aquino once again about investments in the time of COVID-19.
This week, we're talking with Steve Aquino of Aquino Financial Group who will be serving as the new 2021 Chair of the Chamber's Board of Directors.
I'm talking with Billy from Guilianova's at 11 East Main Street in Downtown Westminster about his delicious food and shopping local!
It's time to shop local for the holidays and we're talking to Seth Shipley from Shipley's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry.
This week, we're talking to Matt Barto of Bowman’s Home and Garden about Small Business Saturday. It's time to shop small.
This week we're talking about Veterans Day and Ed Cramer's non-profit, Carroll County Veterans Independence Project Inc.
Today we're talking with Jenny Graybill of HSP about Carroll County's Eviction Prevention Program.
I'm chatting with Donna Jean Shybunko, Sales Manager at WTTR, about their new shows, music, and advertising deals!
In this week's Chamber Chat, we're sitting down with Marcia McMullin, the Manager of the Center For Breast Health to discuss Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Virtual Pink Fling!
I'm talking with Marcia McMullin about the virtual Pink Fling and about the amazing programs through the Center For Breast Health.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we're sitting down with Marcia McMullin, the Manager of the Center For Breast Health to discuss Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Virtual Pink Fling!
My guest is Janet Ladd from Advantage C and we talk about what new things they're doing!
This week, we caught up with Matt Franzen of the Best Western to find out what they have going on!
In this week's episode, we sat down with Janet Ladd from Advantage C to get the scoop on what they've been up to!
In this week's episode, we sat down with Denise Beaver, the Deputy Director of Carroll County Economic Development to talk about the Carroll Rebound Grant program!
In this week's chat, we sat down with Matt Franzen of Best Western to talk about what he's been up to.
I'm talking with Rainey Taylor of the Retreat and Conference Center of Bon Secours where we have our annual Leadership Carroll Retreat and they are Open For Business!
We sat down with Steve Lowe, to talk about how people can watch the August 27th Carroll Biz Challenge and vote for their favorite entrepreneur.
In this episode, we sat down with Katie Kirby, Executive Director of Together We Own It, an amazing non-profit in Westminster. Together We Own It's mission is to work with youth at-risk to break the cycle and move forward by engaging in positive activities, inspiring peers and motivating others to be the best they can be.
In this episode, we spoke with Julius Knapp, owner of Dirigible Systems, one of the 2020 Biz Challenge Finalists!
In this week's chat, we sat down with Eric Wendler, the creator of RetroStrap and finalist in the Carroll Biz Challenge.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we sat down with Jenna Shriver, owner of Together Studios, and one of the 5 Finalists in the Carroll Biz Challenge.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we sat down with Jeremy Willet, owner of Willet Family Farm and one of the Carroll Biz Challenge 2020 Finalists!
This week, we sat down to talk with Commissioner Ed Rothstein about small business grants in Maryland.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we sat down with Joanie Hynes, the President of the Carroll County Realtors Association.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we talked to Bret Merson, realtor from Keller Williams Realty and Leadership Carroll Class of 2020 Valedictorian.
In this week's episode of our Chamber Chat, we got together with Steve Lowe to talk about the upcoming Carroll Biz Challenge for 2020!
In this week's Chamber Chat, we talked with Todd Burrier about his upcoming Webinar spot.
In this week's episode, we sat down with Vince Brusio about keeping business local and Debbie Fights Coronavirus.
Anirban is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm in Baltimore. Anirban serves as the chief economist to Associated Builders and Contractors and as chief economic adviser to the Construction Financial Management Association. In 2007 and then again in 2016, Mr. Basu was selected by the Daily Record newspaper as one of Maryland’s 50 most influential people. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010.
In this week's Chamber Chat, we spoke with Senator Ready about local businesses and how we can reopen safely.
We're sitting down with Commissioner Steve Wantz to talk abut small business grants and how you can get the help you need during COVID-19.
In this episode, we sat down with Commissioner Steve Wantz to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on Carroll County and the outlook for opening businesses.
This week, we sat down with Sylvia Blair to talk about her amazing book, Reclaiming My Life.
This week, we sat down with Doug Howard of Growth Team Strategies to help you and your company handle the Coronavirus outbreak for your business.
Even in the midst of these uncertain times, it's more important than ever to have your voice be heard! The Census makes sure that everyone gets counted.
This week, we have the pleasure of sitting down with our new Community Engagement Manager to get to know her better and take a look at what's coming up around here at the Chamber.
This week, we're sitting down with Donna Jean Shybunko to get to know the Voice of Carroll County!
This week, we sat down with Jim McCarron, the former mayor of Taneytown and current Chamber Board of Directors member, to go over his newest specialty: reverse mortgages.
This week we sat down with our newest Board Member, Coleen Kramer Beal to talk about financial planning and how you can reach your goals with your investments.
This week, we sat down with Sonya Hand from Skayl to learn more about their integrated technology solutions and everything else they handle over at their office.
This week we're talking with Julie Peat Cassaday from the Alzheimer's Association to go over the amazing work they're doing and their upcoming event, The Longest Day.
We're talking with Graham Dodge, the new Executive Director (or Executive Magician!) of MAGIC, about his vision for the non-profit and what they have going on in 2020.
Join us as we go over everything you need to know about our upcoming trip to the Amalfi Coast and our meeting on February 19th!
Tune in to this week's Chamber Chat to see what Steve Lowe is up to with the Carroll Biz Challenge around town.
Census 2020 is coming soon and here is why it’s critical for every Carroll citizen to fill out the census!
This week, we sat down with Stephanie Halley, the new Executive Director of the Addiction Healing Center at the Westminster Rescue Mission. She talks about what her vision is and what is new at this wonderful local non-profit.
Join us for this week's Chamber Chat where we speak with Bob and Joe from Martin's Westminster about all of the amazing things they offer including off-site catering!
The holidays are almost here and that means it's time to finish up that last bit of shopping! Find out more about the amazing things going on at the TownMall of Westminster!
Find out what Bowman's Home and Garden has going on throughout this holiday season right here in downtown Westminster from Matt Barto!
This week, we sat down with Seth Shipley, owner of Shipley's Diamonds & Fine Jewelry about the importance of keeping your money local this holiday season and about the amazing things his store has to offer.
This week, we sat down with Westminster's newest beauty destination, Flourish Beauty Studio, where we talked about their philosophies on salons, "flourishing" in Westminster, and more!
In this week's Chamber Chat, we sat down with Dave Baldwin from Furnace Hills coffee to get the scoop on what's brewing! Make sure to check out their new Christmas Blend!
Tune in this week for a talk with Lenny Mills from Shelter Systems. Find out more about the amazing work that they're doing right here in Westminster, MD!
I’m talking with representatives from Family & Children's Services of Central MD located in Westminster. Listen in to learn who this remarkable non-profit is. After celebrating 170 years of existence these people are amazing, but they’re also a well-kept secret to most!
This week, we're talking to Dr. Liz Fondong, the new owner of Harvestin' Natural. This amazing new Main Street business offers a fresh take on health and wellness.
This week, we sat down with Bill Eckles, the Principal of the Career and Technology Center to talk through their remodeling plans and discuss the excellent programs they offer.
This week, we sat and talked with one of our board members, David Hogue from M&T Bank. Tune in to learn more about loans and about the amazing work they're doing at M&T Bank.
This week, we sat down with Bob Coffey from Coffey Music on Main St. to talk about all of the amazing things happening in Westminster's very own premier music store.
This week, we sat down and talked to Sherry Cracium-Bolin, a partner at Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz and our very own treasurer here at the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. She is also a valued member of our board, so come find out what she had to say about the recent merger of BSSF & RLH CPAs and Business Advisors.
We sat down to learn more from Advantage Internet Marketing's Jon Allen in this week's Chamber Chat. Get the inside scoop on internet marketing, why it matters, and the importance of mobile marketing.
This week, we sat down with Jon Allen from Advantage Internet Marketing to talk about "the business of helping people" and how online marketing plays a huge role in modern business.
This week, we spoke with Bryan Lyburn, Executive Director of Habitat For Humanity of Carroll County, and their Restore Director, Scott Swartz. There are so many amazing things that Habitat is doing for Carroll County, so tune in, find out how their work changes lives, and find out how you can support them.
Penguin Random House is a Giant in our local community, but most people don’t know much about them. Listen in as Mike interviews Brady Chapman, Assistant Director of Human Resources for Penguin Random House, and he fills us in on what this amazing company does and how important they are in Carroll County!
Carroll County is one special place to start or grow your business and the Carroll County Business Partners are here to help you every step of the way! Check them out and the many FREE services they provide at www.Carrollbiz.org. Josh Kohn of Kohn Creative and Carroll Magazine, along with Kati Townsley, Executive Director of the Carroll Technology Council, join Mike to discuss this amazing partnership.
August 25th Show: Lots of great things are happening at Carroll Community College! Steve Wantz, Executive Director of the College Foundation, and Elizabeth Shirley, 2nd-year student, fill us in.
August 18th show: This show features the Chair of the Historical Society of Carroll County, Frank Batavick, as he fills us in on what’s happening during their 80th anniversary year!
As we kick off Carroll County Restaurant Week from August 11-18, find out what’s happening at The Buttersburg Inn in Union Bridge! Owners Jim and Frank are my guests.
Bernie Vogel, owner of JeannieBird Baking Company at 42 W. Main Street in Downtown Westminster, is this week’s guest! Listen in as Bernie fills us in on what’s happening at his wonderful café and what he’s doing special during the Chamber’s Carroll County Restaurant Week from August 11-18!
There’s lots of exciting things happening at the Westminster Rescue Mission these days, so tune in and find out!
Mike chats with local photographer extraordinaire and current member so the Chamber Board of Directors, Kelly Heck. Kelly addresses the fear of having your photograph taken and how a few tips to overcome that!
Mike chats with Tiombe Paige, owner of Cultivated and a member of the Chamber Board, a wonderful retail gem, located at 15 E. Main St. Ste. 103 in Downtown Westminster. Goods for the modern lifestyle with a vintage flair!
Mike talks with Val Giovagnoni, City Manager for Ting and current member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. We talk about the exciting events and plans Ting has for the summer in Westminster!
Mike is talking with past Chair of the Board and current Board Member, Wayne Barnes, of R. Wayne Barnes, Life & Long Term Care Insurance, about his involvement with the Chamber and the type of unique insurance protection he provides.
Mike chats with Chamber Board Member, Lynn Wheeler, Executive Director Emeritus of Carroll County Public Libraries. They talk about the awesome Makerspace at the Westminster Branch, Exploration Commons at 50 East, Lynn’s feelings about Westminster’s Main Street, and her views of the Chamber in this our 95th year!
Mike chats with last year’s Chair of the Chamber Board, Suzette Covalt, who is the Commercial Banking officer for Farmers and Merchants Bank.