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Nov. 5 • Business After Hours
REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Join us for networking, light bites and drinks, raffles, and a 50/50 drawing.
5-7pm • Fenwick Shores, 1501 Coastal Hwy Fenwick Island, DE |
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Nov. 12 • Coffee Connect, an OC Chamber Networking Event
Coffee, connections, and a productive start to your day! Meet fellow Chamber members, expand your network, exchange ideas, and build new business relationships in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
8-9am • Magnolia Café, 1505 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City |
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Nov. 14 • Brunch & Bets at the Casino
Limited Spots Available – Advanced Registration Required! Join us for an exclusive event at the Casino where you’ll enjoy a delicious brunch and an exciting table games class led by professional dealers! Guests will rotate through table games, receiving expert instruction at each table. Once you've completed your session, check in at the promotional kiosk to receive a $25 table games voucher to use same day at live tables! This event will run in four sessions of 18 guests each. Cost is $25/person.
Group 1: Blackjack, Craps, Roulette – 10-11am
Group 2: Blackjack, Craps, Roulette – 11am-12pm
Group 3: Blackjack, Roulette, Ultimate Texas Hold’em – 12-1pm
Group 4: Blackjack, Roulette, Ultimate Texas Hold’em – 1-2pm
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Nov. 16 • OC Chamber Legislative Roundtable Kick-Off
Get a preview of the 2027 Maryland General Assembly and share your business priorities so our Legislative Committee can track legislation that impacts you.
9-10:30am • OC Chamber, 12320 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City |
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Nov. 18 • Maximize Your Membership
REGISTRATION REQUIRED! BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH AND LAPTOP! Whether you're new to the Chamber, need a refresher, or want to make the most of your membership, this interactive workshop will help you navigate Chamber benefits, programs, and resources. Learn how to use the Member Info Hub to manage your profile, increase your visibility, promote your business, and connect with fellow members. Bring your laptop for hands-on guidance, one-on-one support, and time to update your listings during the session.
12-1:30pm • OC Chamber, NEW downstairs conference room, 12320 Ocean Gateway, West OC |
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Maryland FAMLI Employer Requirements
If your Maryland company has even one employee or staff member working in Maryland, you must:
- Register with FAMLI
- Submit quarterly wage/hour reports
- Remit contributions (full or reduced rate depending on total employee count)
- Follow notice and job-protection requirements for eligible employees
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SCORE ASSOCIATION Offers Free Mentoring to Entrepreneurs
Primarily funded by the SBA, this organization is comprised of experienced business people who volunteer their knowledge to you at no charge. These volunteers are available to help any business owners grow. To meet with a volunteer mentor, visit SCORE.ORG. If you wish to volunteer as a mentor, visit SCORE.ORG/VOLUNTEER |
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Nov. 1 Deadline • Take the Eastern Shore Rural Tech Network Business Survey
The Eastern Shore Rural Technology Network (ES RTN), in partnership with BEACON at Salisbury University, is seeking input from businesses and organizations across the Eastern Shore to help inform the region’s technology and economic development priorities. The feedback gathered through this survey will help inform the ES RTN’s next phase of work, including recommendations and potential initiatives related to workforce and talent, business growth and innovation, and how we position and promote the Eastern Shore’s technology assets and opportunities. |
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Nov. 13 Deadline • Your Input Drives Change: Take the Small Business Credit Survey
The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Small Business Credit Survey is now open, and the Comptroller of Maryland is a partner in this effort. Owners and key financial decision-makers of for-profit businesses, share your recent experiences about what financial conditions you face, whether and how you use debt, and more. Your perspective matters. Answers to these questions contribute to data that directly inform the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others. |
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Oct. 30-Nov. 1 • Build, Pitch, Launch: Techstars Startup Weekend Salisbury
An immersive, hands-on weekend where participants meet mentors, investors, and potential co-founders, and go from idea to launch in just 54 hours. It's an open environment for students, local professionals, and aspiring entrepreneurs - no prior startup experience required. It's especially great for anyone at the "idea phase" looking for co-founders, mentorship, and validation. Seats are limited, so reserve a spot soon at startupweekendsalisbury.com. | Flyer
Guerrieri Academic Commons, Salisbury University |
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