Greater Baltimore Committee issues Workforce Development Report

Posted on October 19, 2020

The report, Preparing for the Future: A Regional Workforce Development Initiative, includes more than 50 recommendations to ensure the region has a pipeline of skilled workers to fill high growth family-supporting jobs.
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Greater Baltimore Committee Names Calvin Butler as New Chair

Posted on October 14, 2020

Calvin Butler said the GBC would “be intentional about our efforts to drive change. We can’t remain static. We can’t remain silent.” Continue reading →

Greater Baltimore Committee Statement in Opposition to Cuts in Transit Funding and Service in the Baltimore Region

Posted on September 22, 2020

The Greater Baltimore Committee calls on Governor Hogan and the Maryland Department of Transportation to reprioritize and reallocate State transportation dollars more equitably. Continue reading →

CNN’s Omar Jimenez to be 65th Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker

Posted on September 21, 2020

GBC 65th Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker Omar Jimenez, CNN National Correspondent, will discuss “Reporting from the Front Lines of the Racial Equity Protests.” Continue reading →

Statement of Donald C. Fry, President and CEO, Greater Baltimore Committee, regarding bringing the 2026 World Cup to Baltimore-Maryland

Posted on August 27, 2020

Statement of Donald C. Fry, President and CEO, Greater Baltimore Committee, regarding bringing the 2026 World Cup to Baltimore-Maryland: “With its world class sports facilities, waterfront and accessible transportation, Baltimore makes for a very attractive host venue for the 2026 World Cup. Having previously hosted major soccer events such as the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals, the region has demonstrated its strong support for soccer. Related events would showcase the … Continue reading →

Letter from Regional Business Organizations to Md., D.C. & Va. Congressional Delegations regarding COVID-19 Relief Legislation

Posted on July 31, 2020

We support the inclusion of funding for healthcare providers and healthcare systems to combat the virus, increased support for transit agencies, and additional aid for state and local governments who have diverted their resources to preventing further spread of the virus. Continue reading →

Letter to Senator Ben Cardin regarding Congressional action to address economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on July 27, 2020

The GBC thanks Senator Cardin for taking the time to meet with the Greater Baltimore Committee’s COVID-19 Business Recovery Advisory Council regarding pending Congressional action to address the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading →

Letter from the GBC regarding the draft Central Maryland Regional Transit Plan

Posted on June 30, 2020

The GBC submits suggestions to the Maryland Transit Administration to improve the draft Central Maryland Regional Transit Plan. Continue reading →

Greater Baltimore Committee Elects New Board Members

Posted on June 25, 2020

“The new members strengthen an already very strong Board of Directors, and will enhance the Board’s private sector engagement in the economic and business recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic and the business competitiveness challenges that affect our region’s growth and prosperity,” said Don Fry. Continue reading →

We Stand for Racial Equity, Justice and Peace

Posted on June 19, 2020

The GBC stands with all in the Greater Baltimore community and throughout the state and nation who demand justice for George Floyd and his family. Continue reading →