Harford Community College announces the appointment of Dr. Darren Gibson to the new position of Vice President, Workforce & Continuing Education, effective November 2, 2026. Dr. Gibson has extensive experience in workforce education, community partnerships, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.
Throughout his career, Dr. Gibson has been dedicated to expanding educational opportunities, cultivating impactful institutional partnerships, and bridging the gap between education and workforce Harford Community College and the Harford County Chamber of Commerce have been selected to participate in the Sustainable College-Employer Partnerships initiative to strengthen collaboration between community colleges and local chambers of commerce, better align education with workforce demand, expand work-based learning opportunities, and build stronger pathways to employment.
This effort is led by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to helping community colleges transform to
Harford Chamber Announces Harford Award Recipients, Celebrates Shining Stars of Business at 32nd Annual Ceremony
Bel Air, MD – Members of the Harford County business community and local dignitaries gathered for the 32nd annual Harford Award on Monday, October 19th at Water’s Edge Events Center. The prestigious award honors companies and organizations which exemplify a strong commitment to the Harford County business community. Recipients are chosen through a nomination/application process focused on Harford County Cultural Arts Board (HCCAB), which operates under the auspices of the Harford County Public Library Board of Trustees, has awarded grant funding totaling $154,500 to support the general operations and arts programs for 26 nonprofits in Fiscal Year 2027. Funds will support community theatre productions, arts and cultural festivals, and concert series across Harford County.
HCCAB provides General Operating Support Grants, open to eligible arts nonprofits based in Harford County, and Arts Chamber Awards 7 Scholarships at Annual Education Breakfast
Bel Air, MD – The Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Education & Scholarship Breakfast on Friday, June 12th, at Harford Community College. This event celebrates the Harford County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation scholarship recipients and recognizes the Harford County Public Schools’ Teacher of the Year. Furthermore, the event serves as an opportunity for the business community to gather and network with future leaders Chamber Hosts the 49th Annual Military Appreciation Event
Bel Air, MD – On Tuesday, May 19th, The Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Military Appreciation Luncheon event, presented by Freedom Federal Credit Union and hosted at Top of the Bay, Aberdeen Proving Ground. This year marked the 49th anniversary of the event, highlighting the Chamber’s history and commitment to Aberdeen Proving Ground and the men and women who serve our country in uniform. The event centered around the 250th Legislative Wrap-Up Provides Insights into the 2026 Legislative Session
Bel Air, MD – On Thursday, April 30th, The Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Legislative Wrap-Up event, hosted at Maryland Golf & Country Clubs and sponsored by Harford Community College. The event featured a panel of Maryland Delegates and Senators to discuss the results of the 2026 Maryland
Legislative Session and key priorities for next year. The panel consisted of Senator Jason Gallion – District 35, Senator Harford Chamber Hosts 2nd Annual Harford Regional Civics BeeBel Air, MD – On Saturday, April 18, the Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosted the second annual Harford Regional Civics Bee in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Civics Trust. The event was held at Towson University in Northeastern Maryland and sponsored by APG Federal Credit Union, Baltimore Gas & Electric, MedStar Health, Harford Bank, Harford County Public Library and Harford Community College.
The event began in Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) is proud to announce it donated nearly $600,000 to more than 90 nonprofit and charitable organizations throughout 2025.
Through its HMIG Gives Back Program, Harford Mutual’s direct contributions supported initiatives focused on health and human services, as well as community enrichment. This commitment to philanthropy reflects Harford Mutual’s continuous efforts to positively impact the communities it serves.
The largest contributions were presented to Chamber Hosts Pre-Legislative Breakfast with Army Alliance and State and National ChambersBel Air, MD – On Tuesday, December 16th, the Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosted their Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast, in partnership with the Army Alliance and presented by Harford Community College. This year’s event featured two panel discussions focused on each organizations’ priorities for the 2026 legislative session.
Harford Chamber Board Chair, Chris Stone, E-Moxie, offered welcome remarks,
Harford Chamber Announces Harford Award Recipients, Celebrates Shining Stars of Business at 33rd Annual Ceremony
Bel Air, MD – Members of the Harford County business community and local dignitaries gathered for the 33rd annual Harford Award on Monday, October 20th at Water’s Edge Events Center. The prestigious award honors companies and organizations which exemplify a strong commitment to the Harford County business community. Recipients are chosen through a nomination/application process focused on
Harford Community College Announces New Vice President, Workforce & Continuing Education
Harford Community College and Harford County Chamber of Commerce selected for national initiative to strengthen employer partnerships and workforce pathways
Harford Chamber Announces Harford Award Recipients, Celebrates Shining Stars of Business at 32nd Annual Ceremony
Harford County Cultural Arts Board Announces General Operating Support Grants and Arts Programming Grants for Fiscal Year 2027
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Chamber Awards 7 Scholarships at Annual Education Breakfast
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Chamber Hosts the 49th Annual Military Appreciation Event
Legislative Wrap-Up Provides Insights into the 2026 Legislative Session
Harford Chamber Hosts 2nd Annual Harford Regional Civics Bee
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Donates Nearly $600,000 to Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations in 2025
Chamber Hosts Pre-Legislative Breakfast with Army Alliance and State and National Chambers
2025 Harford Award Press Release
