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Mission Statement: The Greater Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce mission is to promote commerce and prosperity in the business community. The Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 84th year of serving local businesses and the community!
Message from the Executive Director I hope you will utilize our website as your resource guide for services and referrals. In this challenging economic time doing business with a Chamber Member will help to strengthen our Business Community and make Havre de Grace the premier place to work, live and play. We know our members can meet your needs with full satisfaction! As the oldest Chamber of Commerce in Harford County it has remained our goal for 85 years to advocate a strong, viable economic environment in the City of Havre de Grace. Thank you to our Members who have contributed to our success. If you are not a Member I invite you to join the Chamber of Commerce and help us keep the quality of life we enjoy. Sincerely, Cathy L Vincenti, Executive Director  Back to top
Message from the President Congratulations to all in the success of this 2007/2008 Havre de Grace Chamber Of Commerce Directory! Please join me in giving a big "Thanks" to our Director, the Chamber Volunteers and Bill Watson for a job well done. If you are a member reading this publication, thank you for being part of a special group of people. Your commitment, attendance and financial contribution is recognized and appreciated. I hope you continue to grow in your relationships and your business becomes more successful than you ever dreamed. Not a member yet but are considering joining? Do it now. It's the best time to get involved.
The Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce is really the ultimate networking group around. In addition to the networking opportunities, the Chamber of Commerce has become the back bone of the business community. With Havre de Grace now being known as the "Gem of Harford County"; there's no better place to do business. For those of you that have picked this book up while visiting our fine city, or maybe you are even contemplating a move here, welcome. I hope you will support the businesses inside and contact the individuals who may offer a product or service of interest to you. By being in this book, they have made a commitment to service and I believe excellence. Thank you all for the opportunity to be of service as your President. Gratefully yours, Bill Denny - President Back to top
2010/2011 Board of Directors Back to top Committees Membership - This committee is responsible for the recruitment of our new members and maintaining good relations with present members and it establishes dues. Business Development - This committee is responsible for Business Card Exchanges and other networking programs to help the members become known in the community. Program - This committee is responsible for identifying topics and speakers that are useful to assist the membership in promoting and operating their businesses. Legislative - This committee holds meetings with the membership to determine issues that the Chamber should be involved in for the good of our business community. Ways & Means - This committee develops, promotes and carries out various events to raise funds for the Chamber. Planning & Policies - This committee recommends long range goals and objectives to the Board of Directors and reviews by-laws annually. 2010 Economic Development Awards The Chamber Proudly Sponsors: Tourism Kiosk on St. John Street Welcome to Havre de Grace signs on Rt. 40 and Rt. 155 to promote upcoming events in Havre de Grace Farmers Market Free Training Programs operated by the Small Business Development Center First Fridays (co-sponsors with the City of Havre de Grace Tourism Commission)  And Participates In: Maryland Chamber of Commerce Harford County Chamber of Commerce Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce Perryville Chamber of Commerce City of Havre de Grace Tourism Commission City of Havre de Grace Economic Development Commission Revolving Loan Fund Havre de Grace Heritage Corridor Management Council Publishing an Annual Directory and Business Guide which provides its membership and residents with handy references to local businesses and services Back to top