Chamber Update

Please give a warm welcome to our newest members, and please support them. Find them in our directory at www.gspacc.com.

FrizWoods LLC - Being charged with a crime can be a daunting experience, but you don't have to face it alone. At FrizWoods, Maryland criminal defense lawyers solve cases involving driving under the influence, domestic assaults, drug charges, sex offenses, white-collar crimes and more.

The J.F. Johnson Lumber Company LLC (bronze member)- The Johnson family first arrived in Anne Arundel Country in 1902 in Kingston on Maryland’s lower Eastern Shore, incorporating the J.F. Johnson Lumber Company in 1921. From residential developments in Maryland to supporting government contracts for the U.S. Naval Academy, the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Ford Tank Works and even the U.S. Capitol Building, this company is here to serve you with locations in Millersville and Edgewater.

Data Network Solutions LLC - With more than 15 years of experience, DNS offers a one-stop shop for all your telecom needs. The company specializes in Cat5e, Cat6, fiber installation and repair. The team also installs speakers, cameras, POS and many other types of wiring as well as related equipment.

BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers of Annapolis - Every aspect of metabolism is regulated by hormones. When it comes to weight, if your hormones are out of balance, losing weight will be a struggle even with traditional diet plans and exercise. BeBalanced works with your body to balance your hormones naturally, helping to improve metabolism function and overall health.

Coventry Services LLC - Coventry Services is a fire and water remediation company for residential and commercial properties. It specializes in all kinds of services, from water remediation to professional floor cleaning. Coventry provides exceptional service to help customers get their homes and businesses back in working order again, 24/7, every day.

Navy Federal Credit Union (new silver member) - Since 1933, Navy Federal Credit Union has grown from seven members to more than 12 million members. And since that time, its vision statement has remained the same, which is to "Be the most preferred and trusted financial institution serving the military and their families." Do you own a small business? Once you are a Navy Federal member, you can become a business member to get access to a suite of products and services designed especially for you.

Gott Pest Control - Gott Pest Control offers synthetic barrier treatments as well as green all-natural barrier treatments in commercial and residential areas to eliminate pests of all kinds, even rodents. Gott Pest Control also provides termite inspections and carries the best available products such as Bora-Care, Trelona advanced termite bait stations, and Termidor HE, a powerful liquid termiticide. The company provides water testing in partnership with Water Testing Labs of Maryland. No contracts ever!

Magothy Therapy and Wellness - Magothy Therapy & Wellness was established in late 2021 to put patients' needs first, getting them on the road to recovery faster and back to living their best lives. This business specializes in occupational therapy for neurological conditions, oncology related conditions and lymphedema/lipedema.

Pedal Pushers Bicycle Shop - Established in 1989, Pedal Pushers is located right on the five-mile marker on the Baltimore and Annapolis Trail. This shop can do anything from putting air in your tires to adjusting gears to giving advice on riding at any time. Pedal Pushers specializes in any form of cycling from "MTB" cross country, street, or downhill racing, "road" riding for fun or racing, and BMX street, park, and racing. The staff can even have you "sized" for a unicycle!

We held four ribbon-cutting celebrations in June. The first was the grand opening of Great Oak Roofing LLC in Severna Park. Owned by Ben Pascal, the company is family-owned and provides expert services in roof replacement and gutter installation.

Next, we celebrated the grand opening of DodgeBow Annapolis Games & Events, owned by Louben Repke. Located in Millersville, this fun sports center is “like dodgeball with arrows.” Dodgebow is wonderful entertainment for birthday parties of all ages, corporate team building and more.

Bulldog Bikes and Floats in Severna Park celebrated the grand opening of its new location in the Mercado Building with a ribbon-cutting and all-day open house with great deals on bikes and kayaks. Owner Mike Prager is excited to be in the new location near the bike trail.

Smart Fit Kids Academy Before and After School Academics and Martial Arts in Severna Park celebrated 10 years of business success. Owner Bixia Pan has created a wonderful learning environment, and the celebration included performances, food trucks and more.

Our new Young Professionals Networking Group held its event at the Providence Center’s pottery studio where members enjoyed great networking while trying their hands at pottery artistry. The group meets monthly, and you can check the chamber website for details about the next event.

The Successful Women in Business First Cup Club was held at The Big Bean, Annapolis. It is a beautiful location with a spacious porch. Many thanks to owners Greg and Christie Coster for hosting this fun event, and the coffee was fantastic.

Our Wellness Business Connections group held its monthly meeting at The Social, where business owners in the health industry met to get to know each other and discuss ways to collaborate. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 4:30pm–6:00pm and all are welcome to join.

The chamber held a going-away party for Lisa and Glen Schneiderman, owners of Lisa’s Cakepops. They are relocating to sunny Florida but will still be operating their business, especially providing cake pop kits. Lisa joined the chamber when she started her business and has hosted and sponsored many events. It has been wonderful to see how the business evolved over the years to include branded and themed cake pops, and the creation of kits during the pandemic. They will be missed!

For more information about the parade, events or membership, please visit www.gspacc.com.