16th Talbot County Business Appreciation Breakfast

101 East Dover Street,Easton MD 21601

03 May, 2023

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Generational expert, author, and speaker Mark C. Perna, author of Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose & Performance in Younger Generations, will headline both sessions of the Talbot County Business Appreciation Summit on Wednesday, May 3. The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism hosts the summit in partnership with the Talbot County Economic Development Commission. The annual event celebrates the local business community and honors businesses, projects, and individuals who have made a significant impact in the community. The day will begin with Talbot County’s annual breakfast and awards ceremony at the Tidewater Inn's Gold Ballroom, an event that draws more than 175 business leaders who come together to celebrate the businesses, projects, and individuals who have made a significant impact on the community in the past year. The summit continues at 3 p.m. with a regional keynote address at the historic Avalon Theatre with author Mark C. Perna, a generational expert with a fresh take on engaging the workforce of tomorrow, speaking at both events. “This event has always celebrated the strength and resiliency of the local business community,” said Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism Director Cassandra Vanhooser. “This year’s event is especially exciting. Mark is so engaging and highly regarded that we have decided to expand the summit to include a regional keynote address in the afternoon." Unleashing Passion, Purpose and Performance in Younger Generations is the focus of the afternoon session with Perna, which begins at 3 p.m. at the Historic Avalon Theatre in Easton. Breakfast ticket holders can attend this session free with reservations. Tickets for the afternoon session are otherwise set at $25 per person. Perna is a weekly contributor at Forbes.com and has published many articles in national publications as a recognized voice in student engagement and success. Every weekday, he hosts the 90-second Perna Syndicate podcast with listeners in more than 50 countries. His multi-award-winning bestseller, Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations, was written to help educators, employers, and parents understand the millennial and Z generations and inspire them to greater performance in all areas of life. The keynote speaker is presented by Talbot County in partnership with the Mid-Shore Regional Council, Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board, Caroline County Economic Development and Tourism, and Dorchester County Economic Development. The breakfast and awards presentation begins at 8 a.m. at the Tidewater Inn’s Gold Ballroom. Space is limited, with advance ticket purchase required. Tickets for the breakfast are $45 per person and include a complimentary ticket to the afternoon session at the Avalon Theatre. The afternoon session is $25 per person. The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism’s mission is to enhance and promote a business-friendly environment for current and prospective enterprises and to advocate for policies that support and strengthen the economic vitality of Talbot County. The department’s vision for Talbot County is built on the principles of strong communities, empowered businesses, and innovative solutions. Business owners and managers may register to receive the Department of Economic Development and Tourism’s monthly newsletter and can find breaking news at www.talbotworks.org. The department can also be reached at 410-770-8000 or by visiting 11. S. Harrison Street, Easton, Md.