The Greater Ocean City, Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Weekly Member Elert February 18, 2025 News Center

Ribbon Cuttings

Feb. 21 • Tyler & Company LLC
4:30pm Welcome | 5pm Ribbon Cutting
12445 Ocean Gateway, Ste 11, West OC

Feb. 21 • Tyler & Company LLC

Mar. 7 • Farmer’s Bank of Willards
10am Welcome | 10:30am Ribbon Cutting
9701 Stephen Decatur Hwy., West OC

Legislative Updates

Education & Training

News

In Loving Memory of Steve Pastusak, GM of Jolly Roger Amusement Parks and Longtime OC Chamber Board of Directors

In Loving Memory of Steve Pastusak, GM of Jolly Roger Amusement Parks and Longtime OC Chamber Board of Directors
We are heartbroken over losing our friend, colleague, and longtime Board member, Steve Pastusak. His dedication to Jolly Roger Amusement Parks, the Ocean City Chamber, his leadership, and his unwavering service to our community will leave a lasting mark on all of us.

Mar. 14 • Town of Ocean City Charting the Course: Co-Creating a Shared Vision for Ocean City’s Tomorrow

Mar. 14 • Town of Ocean City Charting the Course: Co-Creating a Shared Vision for Ocean City’s Tomorrow
The Town of Ocean City has invited partner organizations and our members to participate the vision for the future and offer insight into how the county and towns can be involved! Register for free at this link: Charting the Course Registration – scroll to the bottom to enter your info.

Register to be a vendor or volunteer at the 2025 JA Inspire Event

Register to be a vendor or volunteer at the 2025 JA Inspire Event
JA Inspire, scheduled for March 12-13, 2025 at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, brings together local businesses with aspiring students in hopes of igniting the early spark for their future careers. At this event, students dive into immersive, hands-on activities, gaining practical experience with industry tools and equipment, all while engaging directly with influential business leaders from the Eastern Shore community.

Events

Feb. 22 • Love on Tap Craft Beer Fest

Feb. 22 • Love on Tap Craft Beer Fest
Sample craft beers from 9 local craft breweries.
2-5pm; VIP 1-5pm • Seacrets

Mar. 2-3 • Ocean City Spring Trade Expo

Mar. 2-3 • Ocean City Spring Trade Expo
Open to guests over 21 who are either hospitality industry buyers or their guests.
The Expo unites nearly 5,000 buyers and sellers from the mid-Atlantic hospitality industry for two days of non-stop networking. Attendees can transform their businesses with exclusive insights and innovations. In addition to exhibits showcasing the newest trends, products, and services on the market, there will be educational sessions, demos, and keynote speakers.
Sun, Mar. 2, 11am-5pm; Mon, Mar. 3, 10am-4pm • OC Convention Center
A Welcome Party at Ocean Downs Casino on March 1 and the Restaurant Association of Maryland Awards Gala on March 2 make this the ultimate event!

Mar. 8 • Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
8-11am • Ocean Pines Community Center, Assateague Room, 235 Ocean Pkwy., Ocean Pines

Mar. 8  • Worcester GOLD Pot of Gold Cash Bingo

Mar. 8 • Worcester GOLD Pot of Gold Cash Bingo
2-5pm • American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City

Mar. 13 • Diakonia “A Night on the Town” Bingo

Mar. 13 • Diakonia “A Night on the Town” Bingo
5pm doors open, 6pm bingo starts • Ocean Downs Casino, 10218 Racetrack Rd., Berlin

Mar. 14 • Aspire to Succeed & Lead: 10th Annual MCE Women’s Business Center Women’s Conference
9am-3pm • Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, 500 Glen Ave., Salisbury