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John B. Kincaid, Sr.
Chartered CPA
10005 Rhode Island Ave.
College Park, MD 20740
301-441-9300
The Catholic BusinessNetwork of Prince George's
County (CBN-PG) is an organization of men and women dedicated to supporting
Catholic education in Prince George's County and applying the principles
of our faith in the marketplace.
We promote valuable networking opportunities among CBN-PG members, as well
as additional support within the County for the education of our young
men and women.
Catholic Business Network
of Prince George's County
P.O. Box 615
Lanham, MD 20703-0615
(301) 779-7833
New way to raise funds!
CBN-PG introduces affinity credit card A new affinity card benefitting CBN-PG is now available through Capital One. The first time the card is used, $25 will be donated to CBN-PG, along with 1% of every purchase thereafter. To apply for the card online, please click on the card image to the left.
This Visa Platinum card promises all of the competitive credit card benefits with no annual fee and no interest for the first twelve months.
The CBN-PG Board of Directors does not want to encourage reckless spending or increased debt; however, if purchases must be made on credit, using the new card is a simple way to support CBN-PG's grants and scholarships at no additional cost.
January, 2010 Networking Breakfast New attendees help grow CBN-PG An overflow crowd attended the January 29 CBN-PG Networking Breakfast, with many newcomers in attendance. The solid turn-outs over the past months can be credited to the diligence of members inviting guests and the guests themselves returning.
Tim O'Brien, pictured at right, attorney and CPA, of Joseph, Greenwald and Laake in Greenbelt, explained changes in the tax laws. O'Brien warned that the estate tax, although presently expired, is likely to be restored retroactively this year and he also mentioned the homebuyer tax credit, bonus depreciation and net operating loss carrybacks, all tax benefits included in last year's economic stimulus bill.
St. Matthias School in Lanham was January's grant recipient. Pat Wilson, Principal and Vivian Mason, Administrative Assistant, accepted the check from Grants Co-Chair Steve Kemp and President Sean O'Brien. It will be used to purchase an electronic documents reader.
Jim Palmer and Diane Blair talked about the 12th Annual Awards Banquet and Auction which will be held on Tuesday, May 4 at the Marriott Greenbelt, Contact Jim for sponsorship opportunities or if you would like to volunteer to help and contact Diane if you have an auction item or service you would like to donate.
December, 2009 Christmas Breakfast
November, 2009 Networking Breakfast High-speed networking yields results
During the November Networking Breakfast, Membership Chair Tony Laubach of Laubach and Regnell Financial Services, LLC, led the group of 50 attendees in a round of speed networking that brought many diverse businesspeople together in a relatively short amount of time. As Tony watched the timer, members moved about the room and had two minutes to share an "elevator pitch" to someone they didn't know.
At right, Steve Kemp of SK Motors is pictured listening to first-timer John Kelly of Inner-City Business Products, LLC. As meeting sponsor, Steve also was able to tell the assembly about SK Motors' unique financing, detailing, car search and parish and school partnership programs.
Steve was also on hand as CBN-PG Grants Committee co-chair to award kindegarten teacher Lynn Hawkins and Pastor George Wilkninson of Holy Redeemer, College Park the $1000 grant, to be used to purchase technology products for the classroom. Fr. George attested to the benefits of being a CBN-PG member and thanked Steve for his generosity throughtout the year.
October, 2009 Networking Breakfast Dr. Weitzel-O'Neill explains new
policies for Catholic Schools An overflow crowd at the October 30 Networking Breakfast heard Dr. Patricia Weitzel-O'Neill, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Washington, explain the new school policies being implemented over the coming months.
Five to six million dollars annually is being projected for tuition assistance, which will now be the major vehicle by which the Archdiocese supports the schools.
Elizabeth Seton High School was the morning's grantee. Seton President Sr. Ellen Marie Hagar DC and Director of Advancement Maureen McCart, accepted the check from CBN-PG President Sean O'Brien (pictured below.)
The grant will be used to continue to update athletic facilities, according to Sr. Ellen Marie.
Joe Hines of Online Payroll sponsored the meeting. Joe's business provides complete payroll services for schools, corporations and small businesses. He already has at least two CBN-PG members as clients, Seton H.S. and SK Motors.
Fourth Annual CBN-PG Crab Feast
Approximately 160 people enjoyed good food, football and fellowship at the Fourth Annual CBN-PG Crab Feast, held at the Bowie Knights of Columbus on September 27, 2009. Charlie Kinney, a founding member of CBN-PG, was the winner of the 50-inch TV, which was the center of attention during the Redskins game at the event. Although the Redskins lost, it was a close game, and spirits in the room were enthusiastic.
Friday, February 26, 2010
7:30 - 9 am
Country Club of Woodmore, Mitchellville, MD (directions)
Plan to join us on Friday, February 26, as Fr. Kyle Ingels, of the Catholic Student Center at UMD, talks about "Being Catholic on Campus."
Bring a colleague or friend who would be interested in hearing Fr. Kyle speak.
There also will be time for networking, so bring business cards and be ready to meet new people.
As a reminder, our snow policy is that if the County public schools close or are two hours delayed, we do not meet. Please RSVP today by clicking on the link below, or call 301-779-7833 for more details.
CBN-PG Members:
Promote your products and services; network with other like-minded businesspeople.
Parishioners, Schools, Parishes: Find new suppliers for your needs. Support the Catholic businesses that support Catholic education.
Catholics in Business & Professions:
Discover that CBN-PG means business, and strong businesses mean stronger
schools and parishes.
Cost: $20/members
$30/non-members
At the door, if not pre-registered, $30
Pre-registered no-shows will be billed $20
The dress code at Woodmore is business casual, (i.e. no denim or t-shirts,
shirts tucked in, collared shirts for men.) Any questions, please contact
Stephanie Solari at 301-779-7833.
Click here for an archive of past Networking Breakfasts.