New LGBT Business Group Launches in Maryland

Jan 5, 2012

The Maryland Corporate Council is excited to host a Launch Event January 19th featuring a Keynote Address by Mayo A. Shattuck III, CEO Constellation Energy.

The Maryland Corporate Council is the new standard in LGBT business and corporate networking. Established as a statewide non-profit organization, and dedicated to bringing together top-level LGBT corporate executives and thought leaders for networking, business advancement, educational and charitable events.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN

As a member, you will gain access to an exclusive network of Maryland professionals and executives. Share best practices, find a mentor and/or grow your business by engaging with fellow LGBT businesspeople. Membership benefits include:

Invitations to exclusive networking events.
Access to business and professional development seminars.
Inclusion in our exclusive, online professional membership directory.
Discounted admission to private corporate activities.

If you prefer to apply for membership via mail, you can download a printable copy of this page with attached membership form.

SENIOR LEADERSHIP

The Maryland Corporate Council’s board of directors includes a diverse array of LGBT business leaders from the region’s leading companies. The founding board includes:

Christopher W. Apple, Senior Manager, Ernst & Young LLP
Charles A. Berardesco, SVP and General Counsel, Constellation Energy
Sophie Dagenais, Senior Fellow, Annie E. Casey Foundation
David J. Downey, Jr., SVP/Principal, Cassidy Turley
Ted Hart, CEO, Hart Philanthropic Services Group
William Jones, Officer/Branch Manager, SunTrust Bank
Scott H. Marder, Partner, Duane Morris, LLP
Michael McManmon, Partner, Ernst & Young LLP
Kevin Naff, Owner/Editor, Washington Blade

SUPPORT

Whether you are interested in a corporate membership for multiple colleagues or a single membership for a small business owner, membership in the Maryland Corporate Council is affordable and rewarding. We have a variety of membership levels, and you can upgrade at any time.

Corporate Membership (10+ members): $5,000
Business Premier (5 members): $3,750
Business Executive (3 members): $2,500
Business Plus (2 members): $750
Small Business (2 members): $350
Non-Profit (2 members): $250
Individual membership: $150
Under 30 or retired (single membership): $100
Full-Time Student: $50
Non-Member Supporter: $250

For more information or questions about membership, send e-mail to membership@marylandcorporate.org.