Several new grant opportunities have been announced for Maryland nonprofits, art organizations, and registered apprenticeship programs.

We are excited to announce our newest series: Chamber Chat. The host, executive director Sam Shoge, will use the series to interview key public and private sector leaders and have in-depth conversations on timely subject matters relevant to the chamber's members and the community-at-large. First up is Randall Nixon from the Maryland Census to talk about all things Census. Tune in to learn about how the 2020 Census has far-reaching implications.

An update from the Executive Director regarding what the Kent County Chamber of Commerce has been engaged in during the past 2-months.

Whereas it is unclear how long Maryland residents will live under the COVID-19 State of Emergency, what is known is the economic impact of the outbreak is having significant detrimental effects on the economy, with Kent County businesses not being immune.

The Kent County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has selected Sam Shoge, former Chestertown town councilman, to serve as the next executive director. Currently, Shoge serves as economic development coordinator for the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism, a position he has held since the fall of 2016. He will assume his role as executive director on April 1.