GBC Leader - February 1, 2012

February 1, 2012

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Feature Story

Advocates show spirited support in Annapolis for more transportation funding

Members of a statewide coalition of business organizations, businesses and transportation advocates filled Lawyers Mall in Annapolis January 19 to rally and urge lawmakers to address the state's transportation funding crisis by increasing revenue to Maryland's Transportation Trust Fund and enacting protections to ensure the fund is used for transportation purposes. (Read more)

Lawmakers split over gas tax at GBC Legislative Forum event
Talking past each other in Annapolis
Myths, reality and transportation revenue
Government and business teamwork: an essential prerequisite for economic growth

GBC Committee News:
Education & Workforce Committee: Middle-skills jobs are open; who is here to fill them?
Energy & Natural Resources Committee: Eyeing Waste to Energy Options
Technology & Innovation Committee: Nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit in Baltimore

GBC In The News
GBC was in the news as a part of legislative agenda, jobs, transportation and even Baltimore sports discussions as well as many other topics in January.

GBC Events
Tuesday, February 21: Baltimore Speaker Series presented by Stevenson University: Azar Nafisi
The Baltimore Speakers Series is a series of seven different lectures on seven evenings at Baltimore's Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall from October through April. Speakers share their unique experiences and perspectives on a wide variety of topics, including world affairs, politics, history, environment, books, authors, business economics, arts and entertainment. Q&A session follows each lecture.
Register today.

Tuesday, February 21: Bioscience Speaker Series: "Building the Martek Brand" with Steve Dubin
In December 2010, Martek Biosciences with CEO Steve Dubin at the helm was acquired by Royal DSM N.V. for an astounding $1.1 billion. Martek's flagship product, "life's DHA," is found in 99 percent of all infant formulas in the United States. A locally-grown bioscience company, Martek has blossomed, from the work of two scientists to a multinational company with 600 employees and revenues of $300 million a year. Please join us to hear about this amazing adventure from former Martek CEO Steve Dubin, now principal of SDA Ventures.
Register today.

Upcoming Committee Meetings (See the GBC Calendar for details)
February 6: Energy & Natural Resources
February 8: Planning & Project Development
February 15: Technology & Innovation

Member News Headlines
Daily Record announces its 2012 Influential Marylander Award winners
Bestselling author to speak about "High Performance Cultures"
UMB names Jarrell new chief academic research officer
ISEC, Inc. announces exclusive deal with Kewaunee Scientific
Promotions announced at Ellin & Tucker

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New Members
Yaffe & Company, Inc.
Cianbro Corporation
Comcast Spotlight

GBC Priorities

Creating and advocating for a competitive business environment to attract new businesses and expand existing business therby creating job and opportunities.
Developing and promoting a comprehensive and efficient regional transportation system capable of moving goods, services, and the workforce.
Building and nuturing a highly trained and educated workforce to meet the needs of the 21st century knowledge based economy.
Providing programs and services to GBC members that enhance their community involvement, open doors for new business opportunities, and highlight the company's assets to the Greater Baltimore Committee.