Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce Podcast

About Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce Podcast

The Rockville Chamber of Commerce is an integral part of the Rockville area's past and is helping to shape its future. We serve as the voice of the thousands of businesses that proudly call Rockville their home. In this podcast we Spotlight our members and provide them an opportunity to showcase their business in a new and unique format.

Publisher

Eric Peguero

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Jan 2020

Latest episode

17 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Aug 2026

   Building Stronger Communities: A Conversation with Interfaith Works CEO Lauren Puryear

   Building Stronger Communities: A Conversation with Lauren Puryear, CEO of Interfaith Works Strong communities don't happen by accident—they're built through leadership, collaboration, and people who care enough to make a difference. In this episode of the Greater Rockville Chamber Podcast, host Eric Peguero welcomes Lauren Puryear, the new CEO of Interfaith Works, for a thoughtful conversation about community impact, leadership, and the challenges and opportunities facing Montgomery County. Rather than focusing on organizational history, Lauren shares what she's learned during her first months leading one of the region's most respected nonprofit organizations. She discusses the importance of meeting people where they are, why personalized support creates lasting change, and how collaboration between nonprofits, businesses, volunteers, and community leaders can strengthen our local community. During the conversation, you'll hear about: • Lauren's first impressions after joining Interfaith Works • Leadership lessons from stepping into an established organization • Common misconceptions about homelessness and housing instability • The role compassion and dignity play in creating meaningful outcomes • Practical ways businesses and community members can make an impact • Lauren's vision for the future of Interfaith Works and Montgomery County Whether you're a business owner, nonprofit professional, community leader, or someone who simply wants to better understand the issues affecting our neighbors, this episode offers valuable insights into how working together creates stronger communities for everyone. About Our Guest Lauren Puryear serves as Chief Executive Officer of Interfaith Works, a Montgomery County nonprofit dedicated to helping neighbors achieve stability, opportunity, and success through emergency shelter, supportive housing, essential needs services, workforce development, and community partnerships. About the Greater Rockville Chamber Podcast The Greater Rockville Chamber Podcast is your weekly source for what's happening throughout the Rockville and Montgomery County business community. Each episode features conversations with business leaders, entrepreneurs, nonprofit executives, elected officials, and community partners who are shaping the future of our region. Learn more about the Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce at www.rockvillechamber.org (http://www.rockvillechamber.org/).

2. 

   3 Jul 2026

   Robotics, AI & the Human Side of Surgery

   Artificial intelligence. Robotic surgery. Minimally invasive procedures. These technologies are changing healthcare faster than ever—but what do they actually mean for patients? Following the recent ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of EliteCare Surgical Specialists, Eric Peguero sat down with founder Dr. Reza Zahiri to explore how modern technology is reshaping surgery and improving the patient experience. In this conversation, Dr. Zahiri explains: • How robotic surgery differs from artificial intelligence• Why minimally invasive procedures are helping patients recover faster• How new technology is making advanced surgical care more accessible and affordable• Why patient experience begins long before entering the operating room• The role of compassion, communication, and trust in modern healthcare While technology continues to evolve, Dr. Zahiri reminds us that great healthcare has never been about replacing people—it's about giving skilled professionals better tools to care for them. Whether you're interested in medical innovation, choosing the right surgeon, or simply learning about one of the Greater Rockville Chamber of Commerce's newest members, this conversation offers valuable insight into where healthcare is headed—and why the human connection still matters most.

3. 

   25 Aug 2025

   Lower Operating Costs and Improve Light Quality - OEO Energy Solutions

   OEO Energy Solutions is focused on providing Commercial and Industrial customers the latest in LED technology. OEO works directly with businesses to lower operating costs, improve light quality, and assist with utility rebates in order to deliver customer satisfaction second to none. OEO is the leader in “plug and play” EZ LED technology to make conversion to LED as simple as possible. OEO has developed direct replacement LED products to replace most 70w through 1000w HID legacy lighting systems. They pride ourselves in putting the customer first, allowing you to reach a knowledgeable lighting expert with a quick phone call. Over the years, They have learned which products work best for each situation so They can deliver reliable solutions, resulting in improvements to your bottom line as well as your employee morale. Contact Information: https://oeo.com/ (800) 553-2112 (https://tel)

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