Aug 30, 2023
August 2023 Sponsor Membership Update
Say HELLO to our New Sponsors and Members who joined HVBF August 2023
Special acknowledgement to New GOLD and SILVER SPONSOR MEMBERS
McCormick ~ Gold Sponsor
Dermatology Partners Sparks ~ Silver Sponsor
Data Networks ~ Silver Sponsor
Thank You to our NEW Standard Members: Move Junk, Freedom Credit Union, CMAG & Associates, Greenspring Advisors
Thank You to our NEW Basic Members Productive Day, Fidelity Mechanical Services, Main Street Home Loans, Galeone Photographers
6 Membership Levels to meet your business where you are JOIN HVBF TODAY HERE
HVBF is here to support and help your business prosper through networking, new partnerships, educational events, advocacy and membership committee participation.
Hunt Valley Business Forum Mission
Mission Statement: Hunt Valley Business Forum serves to be a collective voice for all Hunt Valley businesses in order to promote growth and development through networking, educational programs and relevant communications that impact and unify the businesses of the greater Hunt Valley market.
Vision Statement: The Hunt Valley Business Forum is the premier business association in Northern Baltimore County that advocates for, supports and promotes the businesses of the greater Hunt Valley market.
Public Policy Committee 2023-2024 SMART GOALS:
PUBLIC SAFETY GOAL: To ensure the enforcement of current laws prohibiting panhandling.
TRANSPORTATION GOAL: To pursue specific highway and interstate interchange modifications to improve circulation and access in the greater Hunt Valley area.
LEGISLATIVE GOAL: To disseminate pertinent legislative issues to HVBF membership and community.
Upcoming HVBF Events here. Click here to Receive Monthly Newsletter
Jul 20, 2023
Hunt Valley Business Forum announces Brook-Huff Tire & Auto Centers Headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland up grades membership July, 2023 as a Silver Sponsor Member.
Thank You Brooks-Huff for your membership since 2016 and your involvement in creating the original Hunt Valley Transportation Forum in 1990. That changed to Hunt Valley Business Forum in 2000. Brooks-Huff has been a valuable member of HVBF and is a staple in the Hunt Valley Community with their services.
Currently Jennifer Erdman-Huff serves on the volunteer Board of Directors. Todd Huff currently serves on Public Policy Committee and was a past Board Member.
Pictured Below: Our Executive Director with Board Member Jennifer Huff-Erdman and Jay and Todd Huff 2nd and 3rd generation of Brooks-Huff Auto at HVBF Business Day June 15, 2023 at Executive Plaza.
Jun 1, 2023
Hunt Valley Business Forum announces St. John Properties Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland joins Hunt Valley Business Forum (HVBF) June, 2023 as a Silver Sponsor Member.
St. John Properties, headquartered in Baltimore, MD, is one of the largest commercial real estate firm in the mid-atlantic region since 1971.
Established in 1971 by Edward St. John, St. John Properties has evolved from a small, local real estate developer into one of the largest and most successful privately held commercial real estate firms in the nation. Our real estate investments are valued at more than 5 billion dollars, and we proudly serve over 2,500 clients across ten states including Maryland, Colorado, Louisiana, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. During our 50+ year history, our portfolio has grown to more than 23 million square feet of real estate consisting of class ‘A’ office, flex/R&D, retail, warehouse and residential units. We continue to expand our portfolio, explore new markets and constantly evaluate new business opportunities.
For more information please visit their website to learn more.
May 19, 2023
Join the Hunt Valley Business Forum and the Business Opportunity Network
Summer Happy Hour ~ Networking Event
Over 100 Business Professionals Across 4 Counties and 45 Industries
Learn 3 Tips on How to Grow Your “Net Worth” by Your Network
Register Online>>
WHEN
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
TIME
4:30 – 6:30 PM
LOCATION
Sammy’s Trattoria II
118 Shawan Road Hunt Valley Towne Center
Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Italian Spread Featuring
Bruschetta – Salad – Meatballs – Antipasti
Each Guest Receives 1 Drink Ticket
Discounted Wine, Beer, Cocktails at Bar
HVBF Members: $35
BON Members: $35
Non-Members: $45
Thank You to HVBF Sponsors
May 15, 2023
Lunch Event
EP Summer Concert Series
Network with local business owners on the courtyard deck at Executive Plaza
Attendees will enjoy:
– A $10 picnic lunch from Three Dog Deli (this is optional, please bring cash if you would like a lunch)
– FREE Baskin-Robbins ice cream
– Live music and 20 + vendors
– DOOR PRIZES – RAFFLES – GIVEAWAYS
Register Today!
WHEN:
Thursday, June 15, 2023
WHERE:
Executive Plaza Courtyard
11350 McCormick Road
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21030
There will be a number of vendors (both tenants and outside businesses) participating on June 15th. This is an opportunity to get in front of other businesses in the building and in the surrounding area. Enjoy the outdoors, network, and meet other business owners in the Hunt Valley community!
HVBF Members we have a limited number of free vendor spots available.
Bring your table, drape and set up between 10:45-11am.
If you are interested email our Executive Director director@hvbf.org
Open to the Business Community
HVBF Members & Non Members: FREE TO ATTEND!
Please register in advance if you plan to attend!
*if you would like to enjoy the picnic lunch from Three Dog Deli, please bring $10*
Bring your Business Cards and Networking Smiles!
Thank You to HVBF Sponsors
May 15, 2023
Join the Hunt Valley Business Forum for the 10th Year Hosting the Commercial Real Estate Symposium!
Industry Experts will share new projects and the future outlook for commercial real estate in the greater Hunt Valley area.
Register Early ~ This annual event is always a sell out!
2023 Panelists Announced:
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Executive Plaza Training Center
11350 McCormick Road
Hunt Valley, MD
Map to the Training Center
8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Networking
Breakfast & Coffee will be provided
9:00 AM to 9:50 AM
Introduction of Panelists
Presentation
9:50 AM to 10:00 AM
Q&A and Closing
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Additional Networking
Registration
Members: $45
Non-Members: $65
Thank you to our Event Sponsor and HVBF Platinum Member
Thank You to HVBF Sponsors
May 10, 2023
Public Policy Committee
Chair Danielle Bridge
Co-Chair Ashley Zito
Release Date May 10, 2023
Time Sensitive Legislative Update: BUILDING ENERGY PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022 requires that the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) develop “Building Energy Performance Standards” (BEPS). The MDE has announced its intent to post a draft of the BEPS for public comment beginning on May 15, 2023 and closing June 5, 2023.
The BEPS is a state-wide regulation that will require buildings 35,000 sq ft or larger (with some exceptions) to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions 20% by January 1, 2030, and achieve net-zero direct emissions by January 1, 2040.
The draft regulations will be posted on the MDE BEPS website linked here.
Summary of Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022 Senate Bill 528
HVBF Public Policy Committee encourages our members and business leaders in the Greater Hunt Valley Area to attend our next event details below:
Join HVBF for the Public Policy Legislative Update
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 – 830am at Hayfields Country Club
Learn More from Senators, Delegates and Baltimore County Council on Legislation
REGISTRATION OPEN CLICK HERE
Hunt Valley Business Forum 2023-2024 SMART Goals and Priorities Public Policy Committee
PUBLIC SAFETY GOAL: To ensure the enforcement of current laws prohibiting panhandling.
TRANSPORTATION GOAL: To pursue specific highway and interstate interchange modifications to improve circulation and access in the greater Hunt Valley area.
LEGISLATIVE GOAL: To disseminate pertinent legislative issues to HVBF membership and community.
Since establishing these goals, Public Policy Committee members have been diligently working on identifying the appropriate channels and officials to help them meet the goals. In addition to meeting with Baltimore County police on numerous occasions and state highway officials, they are also engaging Baltimore County Executive and Council Members as well as appropriate leaders of community association.
The next Public Policy Committee Meeting will be June 8, 2023
Upcoming HVBF Events here. Click here to Receive Monthly Newsletter
Apr 30, 2023
Alliance Info Systems LLC renews April 2023 as a Gold Sponsor Member with Hunt Valley Business Forum (HVBF).
Alliance InfoSystems, LLC (AIS) is a Maryland certified MBE/DBE specializing in a range of Information Technology services to companies across the United States. Since 2020, Alliance has doubled in size and recently relocated their office space from Baltimore to Hunt Valley, Maryland to accommodate the growth.
AIS provides Manage
d Security Services and Managed IT Services to commercial, education, non-profits, and state and local governments. They tailor their technology solutions for their clients to meet their business requirements and budgets.
Since the pandemic, cyber-crime has increased at an alarming rate. There is no question that businesses need to protect their network. Small to mid-sized businesses benefit from solutions crafted with their unique needs in mind. AIS is excited to announce that their cyber team has added additional layers of protection to their managed security service – Guardian Network Protection Service.
HVBF Announced The Member of the Year for 2022 at the Annual Meeting April 2023 Stephanie Kulp. Stephanie has been involved with HVBF Membership since 2020 and currently serves on the Membership Committee.
Swat Guchhait, CEO Founder serves on the HVBF Board of Directors since February 2023.
Alliance has hosted an event for HVBF May 2022 on Technology and Tom McCadden, Executive VP and Chief Technology Officer is participating in the RISK for Your Business Panel Speaker Breakfast November 14, 2023.
For more information or to schedule a demo, please visit their website or email Stephanie Kulp to schedule a discovery consultation.
Apr 27, 2023
Public Policy Committee
Chair Danielle Bridge
Co-Chair Ashley Zito
Release Date April, 2023
Legislative Update Provided by Stuart Kaplow Esquire, ESG Solutions
Maryland has enacted the most rigorous state law in the country reducing GHG emissions
The Climate Solutions Act 2022
With legislation that became law June 1, 2022, without the Governor’s signature, Maryland has enacted the most rigorous state law in the country reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and otherwise addressing ESG stewardship including climate change. Businesses can and should treat this as the greatest opportunity and responsibility of our time.
Literally resetting the trajectory of Maryland, making sweeping changes to the Old Line State’s already tough climate change laws, among other things.
Senate Bill 528 establishes new energy conservation mandates requiring that buildings, commercial or multifamily with a gross floor area of 35,000 square feet or more, except elementary and secondary school, must achieve a 20% reduction in net GHG emissions before January 1, 2030, a 40% GHG reduction before January 1, 2035 and be net zero before January 1, 2040.
Many of HVBF members and guest attended the Annual Public Policy Symposium, January 17, 2023 and learned about the Maryland Climate Act Law. More details on this new law can be found in an this article by Stuart Kaplow and Nancy Hudes at ESG Legal Solutions.
Join HVBF for the Public Policy Legislative Update
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 – 830am at Hayfields Country Club
Learn More from Senators, Delegates and Baltimore County Council on Legislation
REGISTRATION OPEN CLICK HERE
Hunt Valley Business Forum 2023-2024 SMART Goals and Priorities Public Policy Committee
PUBLIC SAFETY GOAL: To ensure the enforcement of current laws prohibiting panhandling.
TRANSPORTATION GOAL: To pursue specific highway and interstate interchange modifications to improve circulation and access in the greater Hunt Valley area.
LEGISLATIVE GOAL: To disseminate pertinent legislative issues to HVBF membership and community.
Since establishing these goals, Public Policy Committee members have been diligently working on identifying the appropriate channels and officials to help them meet the goals. In addition to meeting with Baltimore County police on numerous occasions and state highway officials, they are also engaging Baltimore County Executive and Council Members as well as appropriate leaders of community association.
The next Public Policy Committee Meeting will be June 8, 2023
Upcoming HVBF Events here. Click here to Receive Monthly Newsletter
Apr 24, 2023
Join Hunt Valley Business Forum Members & Guests for Happy Hour, Networking, and light bites provided by Rouge Catering!
Members are encouraged to bring 1 non-member guest with them for NO FEE!
Guest information is requested at the time of registration. Guest registrations made without a Member have a $25 fee.
Register Online>>
WHEN
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
TIME
4:30 – 6:30pm
LOCATION
PeoplesBank
203 International Circle
Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Registration
Members & 1 Non-Member Guest: FREE
Non-Members without a Member: $25
Hosted and Sponsored by:
Thank You to HVBF Sponsors
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