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Please give a warm welcome to our newest members and enjoy reading about all the businesses that make our community the best place to live! Visit their websites and find them in our directory at www.gspacc.com.

Viktoria Ringhausen

viktoriaring@gmail.com

A full-time Realtor since 2009, Viktoria is passionate about the real estate industry and loves educating new and future clients about real estate in her community. She holds a military relocation professional certification and seller representative specialist designation so she can better assist current and former members of the military with housing.

Yacht Brokers of Annapolis

www.yachtbrokersofannapolis.com

Have you ever wanted to quit your job, sell your house and possessions, buy a boat, and sail into the sunset? That is exactly what Matt and Deanna did a few years ago, and their adventure took them all around the world. They returned to the states after finding their passion as boaters, and became yacht brokers, owning a successful business that focuses on helping clients make their nautical dreams a reality.

BluZone Hyperbaric Spa and IV Lounge

www.bluzonemd.com

BluZone specializes in advanced intravenous (IV) therapy and hyperbaric oxygen sessions (HBOT is a non-invasive treatment where patients breathe 100% pure oxygen inside a specially designed chamber pressurized to greater than atmospheric pressure) designed to boost your health and energy levels. Led by a dedicated team of nurses, IV-certified clinicians, and esteemed medical directors, BluZone promises an experience that’s both safe and rejuvenating.

Jimeno & Gray, PA

www.jimenogray.com

When legal matters disrupt your life, Jimeno & Gray puts control back in your hands. The firm serves in three practice areas: family law, estate planning and criminal defense.

Greg Jimeno is a recognized leader in the legal community. He has served as president of the Anne Arundel County Bar Association; served a two-year term on the Maryland State Bar Association Board of Governors; and was appointed by the governor of Maryland to the Anne Arundel County Judicial Nominating Commission, a position he held for eight years.

Frank Gray was an assistant state’s attorney for Anne Arundel County, where he prosecuted criminal cases on a full-time basis. He is an experienced mediator for both custody and property issues, and he has been appointed by the court to represent countless minor children in difficult and highly contentious matters as their best interest attorney.

Mid-Atlantic Home Watch

www.midatlantic-homewatch.com

The mission at Mid-Atlantic Home Watch correlates to four key services:

  • Home Watch - to provide you with peace of mind while you are away from your residence.
  • Concierge - to make your life, and that of your loved ones, easier and more comfortable.
  • Property Management - to unburden you of responsibilities you would prefer a trusted partner to assume.
  • Aging in Place - to help you grow older at home safely, independently and comfortably.

As the owner and operator of Mid-Atlantic Home Watch, Bryan Bowman is a graduate of the Home Watch Academy, accredited by the National Home Watch Association, and designated as a certified aging in place specialist (CAPS) by the National Association of Home Builders. He is insured, bonded, background checked, and brings a highly technical, professional and personal approach to caring for you, your family and your residence.

Friend Commercial Real Estate

www.friendre.com

Friend Commercial Real Estate is an award-winning brokerage with a proven track record of facilitating commercial property sales, leasing, development, and acquisitions across Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Leveraging extensive expertise, the team at Friend Commercial Real Estate is distinguished for delivering exceptional services integral to clients' success across the Mid-Atlantic region. Whether you are looking to buy, sell or lease commercial real estate, Friend Commercial Real Estate can guide you toward achieving your goals.

Council Baradel

www.councilbaradel.com

Council Baradel is among the region’s premier law firms and serves clients throughout the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1982, Anne Arundel County’s largest law firm offers a wide variety of legal services to businesses and individuals. Let the team’s energy, depth and experience work for you. Kelly Burgy is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and specializes in estate and trust planning and administration.

 

In December, we held our 14th annual Taste and Sip Extravaganza, a signature chamber event that celebrates our wonderful restaurants, liquor stores and bakeries. Held at the beautiful Chartwell Golf and Country Club, over 350 attendees sampled food and drink from Adam's Taphouse and Grille - Severna Park, April’s Table, Chartwell Golf and Country Club, BD Provisions, Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Cheers & Spirits, Firehouse Subs, Fishpaws Marketplace, Goska’s Liquors, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Crepes in the Park, Sweet Satisfaction, The Big Bean, Be My Guest Catering, Cafe Mezzanotte, Donut Shack, VanEllin Sweet and Savory Treats, Pat's Select Pizza and Grill, Deep Eddy Vodka with elves from The FaceBar Aesthetic Medicine serving libations, Park Tavern (and beer samples from the Oliver Brewing Company, which will open in Severna Park this year), JB's, Donnelly's Dockside, Blendabowl, Magothy Roasting Company and Passanante’s Home Food Service!

Our silent auction table was filled to the brim with wonderful donations, and we were overwhelmed by the generosity of our small businesses that donated beautiful items and services. Many thanks to Zachary’s Jewelers for a donation to our raffle.

Our event sponsors were Matt Wyble and Joe Smith of Next Step Realty. Gold sponsors were the Gardiner & Appel Group (now Cassilly & Appel), Taichi Bubble Tea, KMA Law, Maryland Plastic Surgery and PURE MedSpa at the Aesthetic Institute, Smart Fit Kids Academy/Before and After School Academic and Martial Arts, Mad Soaps Inc., Park Modern Realty, and Pomfret & Telljohann Wealth Management Group.

Our silver sponsor was Park Hardware. And our bronze sponsors were Chick-fil-A Severna Park, Whale Works Design and Illustration, Garage Rescue LLC, Griswold Home Care, Front Porch Travel, People Rise LLC, Kogen Dojo Self-Defense Academy, Fairwinds Travel, Bayside Builders, and Chesapeake Auto Body.

Our entertainment included a cappella performances from Chesapeake Harmony Chorus and the Harbor City Music Company. And we enjoyed a special performance by internationally known JAGMAC, six siblings who grew up in Arnold and perform worldwide.

Many thanks to everyone for supporting our Taste and Sip event. Because of its success, we were able to give a generous donation to the Anne Arundel County Food Bank and Anne Arundel County Animal Care And Control!

For more information about the chamber and events, please visit www.gspacc.com.

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