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Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Hosts Maryland Governor Larry Hogan for a Special Conversation on Maryland’s Business Climate ROCKVILLE, MD: On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) hosted Maryland Governor Larry Hogan for a conversation with members of MCCC’s Board of Directors regarding the Governor’s policy priorities, as well as the current state of Maryland’s business climate. Attendees included business leaders from a cross-section of industries and sectors, including educational institutions, government contractors, healthcare companies, financial institutions, construction companies, retailers, accounting and legal services, and real estate developers. The topics discussed ranged from proposed tax increases and rollbacks of tax credits, the Governor’s Traffic Relief Plan, and other issues impacting business leaders. MCCC President and CEO Gigi Godwin is proud of the Chamber’s role as the "Voice of Business" in Montgomery County. "That Governor Hogan reached out to our Board of Directors to solicit input on his legislative priorities is a testament to our leadership in Metro Maryland," said Godwin. "We are proud of our reputation; it enhances our ability to deliver impactful programming and access to policymakers for our members." "Chamber members have participated in multiple discussions with Governor Hogan throughout his tenure," said Leslie Ford Weber, Chair of MCCC’s Board of Directors and Director of Campus, Government, and Community Affairs for Johns Hopkins. "With each visit, the Governor has access to the insight of a diverse and engaged group of business leaders in our region." To learn more about the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce’s legislative priorities and policy positions, please visit https://www.mcccmd.com/policy-positions.html. ### About the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) is a membership organization that accelerates members’ success through effective advocacy, programs, and events. Its membership includes small, medium, and large organizations representing a wide range of industries. For more information, visit www.mcccmd.com.