Corporate Express to build center in Anne Arundel
Anne Arundel County Executive Janet S. Owens has announced that Corporate Express, a global leader in business-to-business office products and computer supplies, will build a distribution center in Hanover.
Corporate Express will consolidate warehousing and distribution facilities located in Elkridge and Savage into a 200,000-square-foot facility at Dorsey Road and Route 100 in Hillside Business Park.
It is anticipated that the facility will be completed by the spring of next year and will employ approximately 300 people.
Health Department offers Healthy Business Kit
Anne Arundel County Health Department is offering a free Learn to Live Healthy Business Kit to help businesses promote healthy lifestyles among their employees. The kit helps employers begin or supplement work site wellness programs by providing cancer-awareness and -prevention materials.
Studies show that employee health communication has many benefits, including improved health and morale. Companies with work site wellness programs report lower absenteeism, and reduced health insurance costs. The Healthy Business Kit includes posters, fliers and copy-ready materials that can be posted, reproduced for distribution or published in newsletters.
Information: 410-222-7979.
Superyacht Society hires public relations firm
The Superyacht Society has hired the Halsted Agency of Annapolis to handle the organization's public relations.
Based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the Superyacht Society is made up of business leaders from the large-yacht industry worldwide.
The Halsted Agency will issue news releases, develop feature stories, increase awareness of the benefits of membership in the society and undertake related marketing efforts.
"It is a great honor to be awarded such a prestigious and global account," said Amy Halsted, president and creative director of Halsted Agency. "Working closely with the board and committee heads, we will be able to promote education and training programs as well as deal with issues related to construction and business ethics in the large-yacht segment."
Formed in January 1993, the Halsted Agency handles marketing communications efforts for Davis and Co., International Marina Institute, Rybovich Spencer and other organizations within the marine industry.
The firm also represents several local clients in the health and fitness, financial planning and design industries.
Staff members join Coordinating Center
The Coordinating Center for home and community care in Millersville has expanded its staff for people with extraordinary needs. Joining the center as part of the organization's Care Management Group are Vicky Henderson, Michelle Pratt and Vicki L. Rappoport.
Rappoport, a victims' and patients' advocate with a background in grief counseling, is a resident of Howard County.
Henderson, an Anne Arundel County resident, will contribute her expertise in community care management.
Both new staff members will work with the Maryland Community Choices waiver program for adults with physical disabilities who are seeking alternatives to nursing home residence.
Pratt will work with clients through Maryland's new waiver program for children with autism. She lives in Frederick.
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Italian dining
Casa Bianca Italian-Gourmet Restaurant has opened a new restaurant at Elsie's Plaza, 8141 Telegraph Road, Severn. The restaurant offers fine Italian cuisine for both dine-in and carryout. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday. 410-551- 8000.
Pacesetters Award
Anne Arundel County Bar Association was awarded the Pacesetters Award at the fifth annual Legal Aid Bureau Recognition Breakfast, held recently by the Equal Justice Council at Camden Yards. The association was recognized for collaborating with the Legal Aid Bureau to help individuals involved in the legal system.
Business awards:
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual business awards dinner from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 18. Awards will be presented at the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel, 80 Compromise St. The cost for members is $45. The cost for nonmembers is $50. Reservations must be made by June 12. 410-268-7676, Ext. 110.
Power Breakfast:
Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly Power Breakfast from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. June 26 at Buddy's Crabs & Ribs, 100 Main St., Annapolis.
Brief presentations will be made and participants will have an opportunity to promote their businesses. Door prizes will be awarded. The cost of the breakfast for members is $17 in advance or $22 at the door. The cost for nonmembers is $27. 410-268-7676, Ext. 110.
Computer classes:
YWCA Career Services is offering basic computer classes. Topics include keyboarding, computer literacy/Windows 98, Microsoft Word (beginning and intermediate), Excel, the Internet, Access (beginning) and PowerPoint.
Classes are offered monthly. Fees range from $20 to $60. YWCA membership is required. 410-626-7800.
Interviewing workshop:
YWCA Career Services, 1517 Ritchie Highway in Arnold, will offer a workshop in interviewing skills for job hunters from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. June 18. The cost is $20 (YWCA membership required). 410-626-7800.
Training available:
Single parents and displaced homemakers interested in pursuing job training are invited to contact YWCA Career Services. Development services include job readiness and career exploration workshops, and career advising. Other services include child-care and transportation stipends, tuition assistance and computer workshops. 410-626- 7800.