WELCOME

WELCOME TO THE 2022 EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS AWARDS GALA!

This is an exciting time to do business in Prince George’s County. As we continue to thrive following the pandemic; our County is the epicenter of regional business development with billions of dollars of projects in the works. This means thousands of procurement opportunities for small businesses and jobs! What a great time to have a business in Prince George’s County and to be a member of the Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce (PGCOC).

Your Chamber is on the forefront, raising the temperature for small businesses to secure these opportunities. We have an aggressive agenda that includes being your voice in Annapolis, Upper Marlboro, and the Federal Government getting you in front of key businesses & providing you with the latest news on procurement and investment.

The Prince George’s Chamber continues to grow! We have committees focusing on policy and learning opportunities as well as a Board of Directors who are mapping our strategic direction. These initiatives serve as a platform for elevating our significance. Also, we look forward to launching a NextGen committee focused on economic and strategic opportunities for emerging NextGen entrepreneurs.

The Chamber has extended its reach to the Washington region. Last year the Chamber worked with the Greater Washington Board of Trade, the Greater Washington Partnership and the Federal City Council, and led the Maryland effort to secure sustainable funding for Metro. We continue to work with regional leaders on housing affordability and development.

Tonight, it’s about you! Congratulations to the honorees, for your accomplishments, your persistence, and your service in enhancing Prince Georges’ quality of life. Our County is grateful for your efforts to fund our schools, keep our communities safe and, your philanthropy has made Prince George’s the place to live and thrive! Our award recipients are just a few examples of those who lift your work.

Thank you to our sponsors and guests for joining us this evening. This event would not be possible without your presence and generous support.

Congratulations to all of the awardees who help Prince George’s ascend to higher heights!

DONNA C. GRAVES Interim President & CEO/ Alumni Chair, PGCOC

Program

RECEPTION.........................................................................................Sponsored by Gaylord National Harbor

WELCOME & ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Cassius Priestly, Chair, The Board of Directors, PGCOC, Truist Bank

Donna C. Graves, Interim President & CEO/Alumni Chair, PGCOC

DINNER & PERFORMANCE.....................................................................................Saxophonist Brian Lenair

MASTERS OF CEREMONIES......................................................................Marc Clarke & Allison Seymour

AWARDS PRESENTATION

HEALTH ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR....................................Hope Connections for Cancer Support

ENDURING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR...........................................................................Sweet Tooth Bakery

TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR...............................................Lanier Electronics Group Inc.

SPECIAL PRESENTATION...........................................................................In Honor of David C. Harrington

AWARDS PRESENTATION (Cont.)

PRESIDENT’S HALL OF FAME...................................................................................................................Carla Reid

TRAILBLAZER OF THE YEAR..................................................................................................Shelly Gross Wade

INNOVATIVE EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR........................................................................Dr. Aminta Breaux

VETERAN BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR. Angela McCullough

HEALTH ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR......................................................................Alzheimer’s Association

PUBLIC SAFETY HERO OF THE YEAR..........................................................................................Tiffany Green

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR.......................................................................................................................................NGEN

CHAMPION FOR BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR............................................................Eben Smith

CLOSING REMARKS

MUSIC & DANCING