In this episode of the Calvert County Lifestyle podcast i’m joined by the Bay Business Group President, Cindy Bliss. In this episode we learn:
- what the Bay Business Group is all about
- What makes the BBG different from other groups
- Why someone would want to join the BBG/become a member
- What inspired the BBG Business Expo
If you would like to find out more information about the Bay Business Group visit baybusinessgroup.org.
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Tell us what the Bay Business Group is all about?
- The Bay Business Group (BBG) is a dynamic non-profit organization representing locally owned small businesses on Maryland’s western shore of the Chesapeake Bay.
- Monthly meeting: We meet the third Wednesday of every month
- Our members represent a cross-spectrum of locally owned businesses (restaurants, resorts, service companies, consultants, insurance and real estate agencies, and more)
- Charitable causes/giving
- Wounded Warriors, Boys & Girls Club, Chesapeake Beach Christmas Parade, End Hunger Dragonboat Festival, BBG Scholarship Fund, etc.
- Cookbook sales, auction, etc.
- a small, local business owner, membership in the BBG is one of the most valuable investments you can make. Membership info:
- $150 per year for a business
- $75 for a second business
- $50 for an individual
- $25 for a non-profit organization
- $25 for a young entrepreneur (22 Years Old & Younger)
What makes the BBG different from other groups?
- The BBG not only provides its members with educational seminars and networking opportunities, but also instrumental business skills and inspiration to successfully grow their businesses.
- The BBG gives back to the community in a big way
- Camaraderie – members truly support one another, share references, partner on projects, and more
Why would someone want to join the BBG/become a member?
- Monthly Member Meetings
- Meets the third Wednesday of every month
- Updates on what’s going on in the community
- Educational Seminars
- Valuable learning opportunities, no extra fees – part of your membership
- Networking Opportunities
- Mixers and events throughout the year (Summer BBQ, Christmas Party, Speed Networking Event, Expo, etc.)
- Promotion of Your Business
- Listings in BBG e-newsletter, announcements at meetings, etc.
- Support & Buy Local
- Online business directory
What inspired this Business Expo
- Showcase our wonderful business members to the community
- Invite the community to come and meet us all in one central location
- We as a group and as individual businesses have been building our business presence and strategies all year to showcase at the expo
- Other details about Expo
- Wednesday Oct 5th (6-8pm) at Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Dept.
- Free admission, exhibitors are BBG members
- Project Echo – gently used business clothes donations
