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2009 Program Schedule
January 2009

Economic Development- Frederick , Montgomery & Prince George's Counties
January 14th, 8am, McCormick & Schmick’s - Bethesda, MD
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February 2009

The State of the Market | Suburban Maryland
Wednesday, February 11, 8am, McCormick & Schmick’s - Bethesda, MD

On the heels of CREW Maryland’s January focus on economic development initiatives in Maryland, CREW Maryland presents its annual State of the Market report for the region. A distinguished panel of speakers will discuss the realities of 2008 and its impact of the 2009 real estate market, as well as the real estate trends for the next 12 months. Do not miss this program!

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March 2009

CREW National Capital Committee 2009 Networking and Indoor Golf Event

Tuesday March3, 4:30 - 7:00pm
Top Golf USA, 6625 S. Van Dorn St, Alexandria VA 22315
Members: $55, Non-members: $65
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For information, visit their website: http://www.crewnationalcapital.org


The State of the Market: From the Lender’s Perspective
Wednesday, March 11 at 7:30 am

The third in a series of “State of the Market” presentations, the March program will focus on how the region is faring from the view of several members of the lending community. A distinguished panel of speakers will educate you on the dizzying changes the market has absorbed and continues to experience as 2009 lumbers forward. Be there to ask the questions that puzzle us during these challenging economic times.

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April 2009

APRIL TOUR & HAPPY HOUR
Green Building Tour: 2000 Tower Oaks Boulevard
Join us as we tour this “submitted for LEED Platinum building.” It is the first
building in Maryland to achieve Designed to Earn ENERGY STAR-Recognized by
A.I.A. National Convention-Boston, May, 2008.

Our tour will be conducted by David Borchardt, P.E., LEED, AP. David is
Director of Sustainable Development for the Towers Company. The tour will begin at 4:30 pm with a happy hour to follow. Details on happy hour location and parking to follow.
Tentative location: Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge 2 Preserve Parkway, Rockville, Maryland.

Thursday, April 23 at 4:30 pm
4:30 pm Registration and Tours begin/Happy Hour
(cost includes 1 drink & appetizers)

2000 Tower Oaks Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852
$25 CREW Member | $25 Non Member

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HEADSHOTS & HAPPY HOUR
Have you been postponing getting that headshot for your web site? Here is your opportunity. CREW Maryland Suburban is sponsoring a photography session on Tuesday April 28.

A local photographer, Cindy Bertraut of Glogau Studios will be available to shoot individual headshots for your professional use. Once you’ve had your sitting join us for an after-photo wine and cheese impromptu...yet another chance for networking!

Price includes sitting fee of up to 10 poses to choose from, one final high-resolution digital image on a CD, and all retouches. You will work directly with the photographer to choose your final image and oversee all retouches to your selection.

Tuesday, April 28 at 5:00 pm
Offices of Meyers, Eisler, & Leatham LLC
11140 Rockville Pike, Ste 570 Rockville, MD 20852
$90

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2009 CREW Golf Lessons
MARYLAND - Manor Country Club, Rockville
Beginner
Cost: $180 per person / 45 minutes per class / 6 weeks
Class dates/times: Thursdays at 6:00 pm beginning 4/2

Intermediate
Cost: $180 per person / 45 minutes per class / 6 weeks
Class dates/times: Tuesdays at 6:00 pm beginning 3/31

VIRGINIA - Reston National Golf Club
Beginning and intermediate levels
Cost: $185 / 60 minutes per class / 6 weeks
Class dates/times: Wednesdays at 5:30 OR 6:30 pm beginning 4/1

WASHINGTON, DC - Capital City Golf School (Hains Point)
Beginner
Cost: $198 per person / 60 minutes per class / 8 weeks
Class dates/times:
Tuesdays at 6:30 or 7:30 pm beginning 3/31 OR
Wednesdays at 6:30 or 7:30pm beginning 4/1

Intermediate
Cost: $98 per person / 60 minutes per class / 8 weeks
Class dates/times:
Tuesdays at 6:30 or 7:30 pm beginning 4/28 OR
Wednesdays at 6:30 or 7:30pm beginning 4/29

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May 2009

2009 CREW National Capital's Women's 9 Hole Golf Outing
Monday, May 18, 2009
Reston National Golf Club, 11875 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA
10:00 am Registration
11:00 am Clinic
12:30 am Lunch and Putting Contest
1:00 pm Shotgun Start
4:00 pm Reception and Awards
Cost: $125/golfer with clinic or $100/golfer without clinic
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Mother's Day Service Project

June 2009

Annual CREW National Capital Dine-Arounds
June 2, 2009 | 6:00pm
The CREW National Capital Committee invites you to join them for dinner at one of three top area restaurants. Please note that pre-registration is required and, in order to facilitate networking, each restaurant is restricted to 12 attendees. Register now! Fee includes food, wine (limited), tax and tip.

INOX | $75
www.inoxrestaurant.com
1800 Tysons Blvd, Ste 70, McLean VA 22102 map
Wine sponsored by DBI Architects

Indique Heights | $75
www.indiqueheights.com
2 Wisconsin Cir, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 map

Ray’s the Classics | $75
8606 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 map

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Marketing in the Current Economic Environment-Ask the Pros
Wednesday, June 10 at 7:30 am

Is the downturn in the economy really a time of opportunity? Many experts say YES! Marketing and outreach efforts are generally applauded as an investment in your company’s future and a means to create an edge over your competitor. Join two experts in the field who will share some of their “secrets” and respond to your inquiries. Join us for breakfast and bring your prepared questions.
Laura Van Eperen, Van Eperen Public Relations
Marc Silverstein, “On the Marc Media”

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant
7401 Woodmont Ave, 2 Bethesda Metro, Bethesda, MD 208140

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July 2009 Speed Networking
Wednesday, July 15 at 5:30 pm

Speed Networking is a networking event with an accelerated twist. The program is specifically designed to allow attendees the quick and entertaining opportunity to introduce themselves and pitch their company to other people in business.

With a unique format, participants of will meet more people, make more contacts, and generate more business ideas in one short evening, than they ever thought was possible at a networking event!

Baci Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar
4 North Washington Street, Rockville Maryland 20850

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$25 CREW Members | $35 Non Members
Includes heavy appetizers and dessert.  Cash bar.

August 2009

LinkedIn Lunch & Learn
Thursday, August 6 at 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Heard about LinkedIn but don't know really what it is, how to use it or why you should participate?  Then join us for a Hands-On Workshop on how it works, how to set up your own LinkedIn page and why it is important for CREW members to join in on the conversation.

This free Lunch & Learn is limited to 12 CREW Maryland Suburban Members and includes lunch.  Attendees need to bring their own laptop / power cord.

DVA Architects
400 Professional Dr, Ste 200, Gaithersburg, MD 20879 map

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Cocktail Networking Event
Wednesday, August 26; 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Join CREW Maryland Suburban’s Board for an informal get together. Gather your thoughts and get ready for this Fall’s working world! Join us and say au revoir to the Summer ’09.

6208 Meadow Court Rockville, MD 20852

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$20 per Member

September 2009

Landmines and Goldmines in Bankruptcy:
A Primer on Bankruptcy Dilemmas and Opportunities for Commercial Real Estate Professionals

Wednesday, September 9 at 7:30 am

Two noted professionals in the field will review the fundamentals of business bankruptcies, and discuss key issues for real estate professionals in Maryland, including GGP's bankruptcy implications on SPEs going forward, and highlight new cases that impact developers and builders, and landlord-tenant/shopping center issues.

On the other side of the coin the audience will glean sound advice on how to purchase distressed assets in and out of bankruptcy for those clients fortunate enough to be looking for investment vehicles in this economy. A timely presentation for these times of “opportunity!”

Speakers:

  • Gabrielle M. Duvall, Of Counsel, Linowes and Blocher LLP
  • Alan Eisler, Principal , Meyers | Eisler | Leatham LLC

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant
7401 Woodmont Ave, 2 Bethesda Metro, Bethesda, MD 20814
Parking is available in the Bethesda Metro Center. Please bring your parking ticket with you for validation at the end of the program.

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$35 CREW Member | $55 Non Member

October 2009

Monthly Collection for National Center for Children and Families

In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Maryland Suburban CREW will be collecting toiletries and other personal care items to donate to the Betty Ann Krahnke Center for New Beginnings, as part of our monthly NCCF collection.

Collections for the Krahnke Center will be held at both October events.


BRAC in Maryland-It's a Win!
Construction is underway at military bases.
It's happening sooner than you think! Where are the Opportunities???
Wednesday, October 14

Speakers:

  • Betsy Daily, Vice President
    NAI/ Michael
  • Matthew Holbrook
    Director of Federal Programs
    St. John Properties, Inc.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant
7401 Woodmont Ave, 2 Bethesda Metro, Bethesda, MD 20814
Parking is available in the Bethesda Metro Center. Please bring your parking ticket with you for validation at the end of the program.

$35 CREW Member | $55 Non Member


Looking the Part - Dressing to Project Success
Tuesday, October 20 at 11:45 am

Please join us for a fun event and boxed lunch at Nordstrom's Montgomery Mall.

Personal shoppers and professional stylists will offer advice on how to balance our professional image via clothing and accessories.

Nordstrom's at Westfield Montgomery Mall, Bethesda, MD
$20 CREW Member | $25 Non Member
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November 2009

Sustainability Today/Impacts of LEED v3 (2009)
Tips and Issues RE: Changes in LEED Rating System

Tuesday, November 17 at 11:30 am

Join us for a green building tour, presentation and lunch at the gold certified American Speech-Language-Hearing Association building in Rockville.

With speakers:

  • Richard A. Donnally, AIA, LEED AP, Principal
    DVA Architects, LLC and Sustainability by Design, LLC
    Mr. Donnally will discuss the new LEED V.3.
  • Al Kolan, Director Facilities Management
    American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
    Mr. Kolan will introduce the ASHA organization, discuss key points about the building and lead the building tour.
ASHA Headquarters, 2200 Research Blvd Rockville MD, 20850
$35 CREW Member | $55 Non-Member
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Help the Homeless Walkathons
November 21, 2009 | 7:00 AM

Crew national capital committee & fannie mae invite you, your friends and family To walk in support of the many wonderful organizations that work to make a Difference in the lives of the homeless in our community.

We have made a $1,500 donation as a sponsoring partner and would like to Match this donation with contributions from walkers. Come out, bring the Family and join us while we walk to make a difference.

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December 2009

Holiday Party
Tuesday December 1 from 6 pm - 8 pm

Join us for a Members Only Holiday Celebration

Lakewood Country Club
13901 Glen Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20850
$40 CREW Member
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Wine, Women and Song
Tuesday, December 10 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Learn about wine, meet interesting women leaders and expect to hear praise sung to you as you unveil your new knowledge of wine!

Join Sommelier Byron Chen at Meyers | Eisler | Leatham LLC on December 10 for an interesting evening of wine, women and networking.

Meyers | Eisler | Leatham LLC
11140 Rockville Pike, Ste 570, Rockville, MD 20852
$35 CREW Member | $55 Non Member
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Programs Chair: Jennifer Russel, Rodgers Consulting, Inc.,
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The registration fees for one CREW Maryland program can be applied towards the Chapter Membership Dues if the application is submitted within 30 days of the program. To be considered for membership, applicants must have attended at least two meetings.