Chamber Chat

This week Mike chats with Ann Gilbert of the Carroll County Farm Museum about their major fundraiser, Night at The Farm Museum, set for Saturday, July 25th. Tickets are available for an evening featuring cocktails, a sit-down dinner, music, cigars, and more.

This week Mike chats with Jesse Johnson, owner of Brewery Fire in Taneytown and owner of the new Brewery Fire Taphouse in Westminster. This new place is a great addition to the Westminster landscape, so come and celebrate their grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 2nd, at 11:00 AM.

This week Mike chats with Photographer Extraordinaire, Kelly Heck, about her services and philosophy regarding photography.

This week listen in as Mike chats with Steve Lowe about the 15th annual Carroll Biz Challenge. They talk about the June 23rd Meet & Greet at the Town Mall! It' free for all to attend.

This week Mike chats with Dr. Noah Williamson about his new chiropractic practice in Eldersburg. He specializes in pediatric chiropractic therapy, especially helping children with ADHD and Autism.

This week Mike chats with Kristen Coulter, Store Manager of the newly opened Westminster branch of the Boot Barn, an amazing place with a vast selection of country western wear. From Stetson hats to beautiful boots, this place has everything you need! Check them out at 140 Englar Road in Westminster.

This week Mike talks with Maggie Manning, co-owner with Jessica Anderson of MAJIK Tag and Title (located at 447 East Main Street in Westminster), about their one-year anniversary and their philosophy of excellent customer service and community involvement.

This week Mike chats with Jake Fine of Fine Tuned about all the various things Jake does. From arranging concerts to handling the audiovisual needs of multiple events, Fine Tuned is there to make sure things run smoothly!

This week Mike is talking with Breanna Moser, Practice Manager of Carroll Occupational Health, about the services they offer and about our Annual Public Safety Awards on May 19th, of which they are proud to be the main sponsor.

This week Mike is chatting with Joanna Georgiou, Marketing Manager, of The Big Greek Cafe at 6400 Ridge Road in Eldersburg. Come and enjoy the delicious homemade Greek cuisine at this Family owned new restaurant!

This week Mike chats with Carroll County Farm Museum Events Coordinator, Dana Wachter, about the fun community events they have planned through July. These are events you don't want to miss!

This week Mike is talking with Patricia Coronado of Bierbath in Eldersburg.

This week Mike is talking with Emily Hunter of Nothing Bunt Cakes about the new Westminster location for all your cake needs!

Mike is announcing the Chamber's international trip for May of 2027: An unforgettable river cruise along the Rhine, visiting the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland.

This week Mike is chatting with Mark Blacksten, ANCB Bank Maryland Market President, about all this great, local bank has to offer. Mark is also an active member of the Chamber's Board of Directors.

This week Mike is chatting with Jenny Graybill, the new CEO of Human Services Programs of Carroll County, about their mission, their new Family Shelter, and all the lives they touch.

This week Mike is chatting with Val Giovagnoni of Antietam Broadband and the Chair of the Chamber's Foundation, about the direction of the Foundation in 2026 and the upcoming Outstanding Teachers Awards on March 18th.

This week Mike is chatting with Melissa Lineburg, co-founder of Ballet Embody in Westminster, about their new facility, their upcoming grand opening and their March 14th performance.

This week Mike is talking with outgoing Habitat for Humanity Executive Director, Scott Swartz, and the new Executive Director, Amy Larocque-Rumano, about their goals and vision for Habitat.

This week Mike's guest is Dr. Jim Ball of the Chamber's Foundation Board. We're talking about the Foundation and Outstanding Teacher Awards.

This week Mike is chatting with Kim Beatty, co-owner of Goose Ridge Soaps and Founder of Project Lather, a new non-profit that helps those in need feel clean.

This week I'm chatting with Ian Scott about our Portugal trip, as there are still a few spots left and the early bird deal ends on March 8th.

Mike is chatting with Steve Lowe about the 2026 Carroll Biz Challenge, and the February 19th Kickoff meeting. LISTEN UP local entrepreneurs at how you can win cash and prizes for your new business idea!

This week my guest is Jessica Taylor, the Assistant Director of Admissions, Marketing and Communication from Springdale Preparatory School. We're chatting about what makes them different and the international exposure they offer to students.

This week Mike is chatting with Steve Potorti of Giulianova Groceria & Italian Deli in Downtown Westminster, and with Michele Alessi, formerly of Starlings Coffee, Kitchen and Bakehouse, about the amazing assortment of homemade pastries they now have to offer at Giulianova. These are absolutely delicious and are the "icing on the cake" of what this great deli has to offer!