2025 Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Annual Meeting and Dinner
Keynote by Congressman Andy Harris
March 13, 2025 at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort
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Cambridge, Md. (March 11, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, is excited to announce its lineup of summer travel experiences. Throughout the summer, guests can enjoy a variety of waterfront activities, family-friendly excursions, and an exclusive seasonal promotion designed to create the ultimate summer getaway. “We are thrilled to welcome guests to Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay for an
Cambridge, Md. (March 18, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a premier waterfront resort spanning 342 acres on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces its Easter brunch and holiday activities, available for resort guests and the local community. The festive experience will feature a delicious holiday brunch at the newly renovated Water’s Edge Grill and Easter Egg hunts for families. “We are thrilled to welcome our guests and locals for an unforgettable Easter celebration,”
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Foundation is excited to announce the hiring of Isabelle Thompson as the new Development Officer for Sussex County. In this role, Thompson will lead fundraising efforts for TidalHealth Nanticoke and work to engage donors and communities across Sussex County. Thompson will play an integral part in supporting several key healthcare initiatives, including patient assistance funding, the Allen Cancer Center, Women & Children’s services, cardiac care, emergency services, and the Brookes
The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce presented the 2025 C. Robert “Bob” Spedden Service Award to Amanda Fenstermaker at their Annual Meeting on March 13, 2025. Bob Spedden was a well-known and respected leader in the community. He demonstrated a real passion for the revitalization of the County and Cambridge. He served for several years on the Board of Directors of the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce and was the President in 1980-1981. He also served on the Cambridge Yacht Club Board of Governors,
This is a reminder that the MD250 mini grants are still open. The deadline to apply is April 1. Here is a short recap of the 3 grants available: The Citizens Academy Grant: Up to $1,000 to create two programs that allow residents to learn how their local government works, get to know their local elected and staff officials, and learn about opportunities for citizen engagement. Paid Fellowship Grant: The grant is for up to $7,500 and allows for an organization to pay an intern at least $15 an hour and a
FREE Business Training The 8-week program begins on Monday, May 5, and meets via Zoom each Monday from 6 to 9 p.m., with graduation scheduled for Monday, June 30. Small business owners who have been in business for at least two years and have revenue of less than $2 million are encouraged to apply. Session topics include building a sustainable organizational infrastructure; leading people and planning for growth; marketing and selling to B2G, B2B, and B2C sectors; accounting, human resources, legal
Dr. Casey Scott Appointed as Dorchester County Health Officer The Dorchester County Council is pleased to announce their recommendation and appointment of Dr. Casey Scott as the Health Officer for Dorchester County, following the upcoming retirement of Roger Harrell. Dr. Scott brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role. With over 11 years in the public health field, Dr. Scott has worked in various capacities, including her tenure with the Dorchester County Health Department as Deputy Health
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Delmarva Community Services, Inc. (DCS) has recently appointed Petrae Simpson as its new Director of Childcare for Sprouts Early Childhood Learning Center @ Chesapeake Grove in Cambridge. Simpson previously worked as director of Bright Beginnings Child Care Center in Stevensville, Maryland. “Petrae is a passionate and experienced childcare professional with a strong early childhood education and daycare management background who came to us highly recommended. We are thrilled she is joining our team as
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Avery Hall Insurance is proud to announce the celebration of its 100th anniversary. Since 1925, Avery Hall has been a trusted name in insurance. Beginning as a small business out of founder Avery W. Hall's farmhouse, the company now has five thriving locations and over a hundred employees. The company is excited to celebrate a century of success and looks forward to the next century of growth. In 1981, Mr. Avery Hall retired at eighty-two, leaving the company in the hands of six trusted producers. The
For All Seasons recently participated in the festivities of the 2024 Military Bowl at Navy Stadium in Annapolis, MD as this year’s mental health partner. The Military Bowl Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates premier events in the National Capital Region to benefit the nation’s service members. Originally formed to operate the region’s first-ever college football postseason bowl game, the Foundation now not only operates the Go Bowling Military Bowl, but operates the DC Touchdown
TidalHealth is proud to announce a new strategic collaboration with Glytec, the pioneer in diabetes and insulin management technology. This partnership will advance diabetes and glycemic management for patients, improving safety, outcomes, and overall cost and quality of care across TidalHealth. TidalHealth, through its Information Technology team and physician leadership, has spent a significant amount of time speaking with and evaluating potential partners, recognizing the need for a robust solution
Choptank Community Health System’s dental practice recently welcomed pediatric dentist Wayne Stephens, DDS to its Denton Health Center. Dr. Stephens has more than 10 years of experience, including working with vulnerable populations as a pediatric dentist. He served as a pediatric dentist and as director of pediatric dental health and wellness at the Jessie Trice Community Health System in Miami, Florida. He completed his pediatric dental residency at Miami Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stephens earned his
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is proud to announce the promotion of Jessica Hales from Senior Director and President of the TidalHealth Foundation to Vice President, Chief Philanthropy Officer, and President of the TidalHealth Foundation. In her new role, Hales will continue to lead the foundation’s philanthropic efforts while expanding its strategic influence across the organization’s health services. The promotion also features elevation to the health system’s Executive Team. “Jessica’s unwavering
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Choptank Community Health System board member Sara Visintainer was recognized as an Outstanding Rural Community Volunteer by the Rural Maryland Council at their December 4 Annual Dinner and 2024 Rural Impact Award Ceremony, where she was one of eight award winners. The award recognizes Visintainer for her leadership, dedication, and noteworthy volunteer achievement beyond the call of one’s professional duties to help improve their community. The award is part of the Maryland Rural Impact Awards,
Governor Wes Moore today signed an executive order to strengthen Maryland’s business climate and catalyze more economic growth in the state. The governor signed the order during a visit to the Frederick Hotel and Conference Center project site in Frederick—a public-private development project that is expected to generate $1.5 billion in new private sector spending over the next 25 years, more than 200 jobs, and more than $4 million in state and local tax revenue annually. “With this executive order and in
On Tuesday, December 3rd, Mid-Shore Community Foundation hosted Mid-Shore Gives 2024, an online Giving Day Event to benefit nonprofit organizations in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot Counties. 355 donors joined together to support 68 participating organizations and raised a total of $101,748 in 24 hours! Thanks to generous sponsors, time-based challenges and incentives boosted fundraising efforts throughout the day. This year’s sponsors include Easton Utilities, Envision Wealth
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Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announce an extravagant Thanksgiving meal for local residents and resort guests. The meal will feature traditional holiday dishes paired with Eastern Shore favorites curated by the resort’s culinary team. “We are thrilled to host our annual delicious holiday brunch at our newly-renovated Water’s Edge Grill,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events. “We invite
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DCHD is sponsoring this introductory violence prevention course provided by RTC Solutions: Topics Include: What is ViolenceWhy We Choose Violence Everything is Communication Is Violence CommunicationSelf-AwarenessBreaking TrajectoriesLeveling Up Instructors Phil Whitelock and Rebecca Redmer will take you through 7 key topics for preventing violence in our communities, schools, families, and personal lives. The course addresses violence for what it is - a way humans interact and communicate with one
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