Chamber Members Define Leadership in Workshop

(l:r). PJ Horan, JCH Financial; Scott Alexander, Scott M. Alexander, LLC, Barbara Crews, Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County; and Brett Rough, Aerotek, discover tips & tricks on how to be an effective leader from Scott Alexander, author of “Lead Like a Black Belt: Transform Your Leadership Style”, at the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber’s “Level Up” seminar on October 16, 2018.
(Photo Credit: Laura Rowles, GGCC Director of Marketing)

Members of the Gaithersburg-Germantown, Rockville, Clarksburg & Olney Chambers of Commerce learned how to prepare themselves for career leadership at the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce’s (GGCC) 2nd Annual “Level Up” seminar at Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County.

Attendees learned how to “re-define leadership on Oct. 16 at the “Level Up” seminar. Scott Alexander, author of “Lead Like a Black Belt: Transform Your Leadership Style” discussed leadership. The interactive seminar taught the attendees how to become a great leader and empower others.

Everyone walked away with a functional definition of leadership that will change their interactions and thinking; as well as takeaways that they can implement immediately. Continuing professional development is important because it ensures you continue to be competent in your profession. It’s not likely you’re a natural born leader (most of us aren’t). The keynote speaker examined our own biases and re-defined leadership in a way that everyone could relate to.

The Chambers were delighted to have leadership and martial arts expert Scott Alexander, Leadership Consultant, Executive Coach, Speaker, of Scott M. Alexander, LLC. Alexander is an entrepreneur, leader, coach, and teacher who works with individuals and organizations to improve their impact. A 5th Degree Black Belt and the author of Lead Like a Black Belt ™, Alexander’s insights as an accomplished master martial artist and instructor portrays leadership in a new light.

The GGCC’s “Level Up” seminar was an opportunity for professional development, focused on growing members as an individual, both personally and professionally, while providing opportunities to build skill sets and advance to the next level. The seminar was held at & sponsored by Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campus (JHU MCC). Attendees received a copy of Alexander’s book compliments of JHU MCC.

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The GGCC is active in providing business-to-business networking opportunities throughout the year: a collective voice in local, regional, and state legislative affairs, professional development opportunities and other services that enhance the business environment. We are located at 910 Clopper Road, Suite 205N, Gaithersburg, MD. To learn more about the GGCC visit us at www.ggchamber.org. Find us on Facebook at: https://bit.ly/2NmNSpC. On Twitter at @GGCCNEWS. On Instagram at gburggermantownchamber.

About Laura Rowles

Laura authors the blog Your Success is Our Business on MyMCMedia. Laura is the Director of Events & Marketing for the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce - a member-based organization of businesses that have joined together for the purpose of promoting the civic, commercial and industrial progress in our communities. The area's economic well-being is a result of the caliber of work that is done by the Chamber. The Chamber has a major impact on business, income and future growth of the area. My position at the Chamber - Director of Events & Marketing - affords me the opportunity to plan quality events for our Members and market the Chamber is a variety of avenues. At the GGCC, we typically have around 30 events each year including: breakfasts, lunches, after-five's, ribbon cuttings and special events. The consensus is we have high quality events with good energy. In 2012, we had over 2,040 people visit our events. Most our events are free to Members so securing sponsorships for all events. Additionally, I am responsible for planning networking, overseeing the budget and marketing of all events in order to make them successful. Lastly, I coordinate all marketing and communication efforts of the GGCC including weekly email blasts, its quarterly newsletter, all social media platforms, media relations and community outreach.

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