The following letter was submitted by the St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce
The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of our 50th-anniversary gala held at the White Rose in Callaway, MD. The event was truly remarkable, brimming with laughter, fond memories, lively dancing, delectable cuisine, and captivating entertainment. We are deeply appreciative of the collaborative efforts that made this celebration possible.
We wish to express our special appreciation to all our former board chairs who graced us with their presence, our invaluable sponsors whose support was indispensable in making this event a reality, and our local newspapers for their extensive coverage, highlighting the rich history and significance of the St. Mary’s Chamber over the past five decades.
A particular acknowledgment is due to our dedicated ambassadors: Carolyn Huff, Ann Lewis, and Jennifer Misner, whose meticulous planning and dedication in organizing storyboards beautifully showcased 50 years of symbiotic relationships between businesses and the community. We extend our sincere thanks to Karen Clark-Reddon of Devonshire of A Perfect Events Company for her exceptional contributions in orchestrating what truly became the epitome of a perfect event.
We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors: Shore United, SMECO, Dugan, McKissik & Longmore, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Naval Air Systems Inc., Taylor Gas Company, AIRTEC, Inc., Serv Pro of Calvert and St. Mary’s, OE Realty, and Personalized Touch Catering.
The gala was an embodiment of the convergence of business and community, marking a momentous occasion where the past, present, and future of our Chamber were celebrated in unison. We look forward to continuing our journey of fostering prosperity and collaboration in the years to come.