The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce will host its first Business Before Hours of 2024 on Tuesday, February 20. R. Andrew Bauer from the Baltimore branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond will return to present an “Economic Forecast”.
R. Andrew Bauer (Andy) is a Vice President and Regional Executive for the Baltimore Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Andy serves as the lead external-facing officer for the Richmond Fed in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and West Virginia. In this role, Andy provides support to the Bank’s monetary policy responsibilities and leads the execution of the Bank’s external engagement strategy. He regularly speaks about national and regional economic conditions and Federal Reserve policy to businesses, professional and trade associations, community groups, and the media.
“Andy is one of our most popular speakers,” said Membership Development Manager Nick Sharps. “Attendees always appreciate his ability to explain economic concepts in a way laymen can understand while still delivering valuable information to more knowledgeable professionals. We look forward to welcoming him back.”
This Business Before Hours event will be held downstairs at Ace’s Run Restaurant and Pub from 8:00 to 9:30 am. The cost to attend is $25 for Chamber members who register in advance and $30 for non-members and members who pay at the door. Admission covers networking, the presentation, and a hot breakfast. For more information or to register online, contact Holly Lane at holly@garrettchamber.com or call (301) 387-6171.
This event is sponsored by First United Bank & Trust Wealth Management and Railey Realty.
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is the largest professional business association in the region with 500 members representing every industry in the community. The mission of the Chamber is to organize, support, and represent Garrett County’s business community in advancing common interests and additionally to promote Garrett County’s hospitality and recreation industry by attracting visitors to the county through comprehensive marketing. The Garrett County Chamber also serves as the Destination Marketing Organization and Heritage Area Management entity for the County.
For more information about the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce please log onto visitdeepcreek.com or call 301.387.4386.
