FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

27th Annual Greater Washington County Leadership Prayer Breakfast to be held Thursday, October 1^st at MSOM

Contact: Paul Schomburg (CBMC Maryland)

Hagerstown, MD — October 1, 2026 — The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to highlight one of the region’s most anticipated annual gatherings: the Greater Washington County Leadership Prayer Breakfast, returning for its 27th year on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 7:00 AM. Hosted at the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM), this event brings together business leaders, community members, and organizations for a morning of inspiration, connection, and shared purpose.

2026 Keynote: “Learning to be Steady in Unsteady Times”

This year’s keynote speaker is Vaughn Thurman, Founder and CEO of HighGear, a Frederick-based no‑code workflow software company. Thurman is widely recognized for his expertise in organizational improvement and his ability to integrate biblical principles into everyday leadership. A veteran of the United States Air Force during the Gulf War, Thurman has dedicated his career to helping individuals and organizations achieve transformative results. He is also an active mentor and teacher at the Frederick Rescue Mission, reflecting his deep commitment to community service. Vaughn has been married for nearly 30 years, has six children, and lives on a family-run farm focused on regenerative and organic farming principles and products.

The breakfast will be held in the Alice Virginia & David W. Fletcher Foundation Conference Center, located within the D.M. Bowman Academic Hall at 11120 Health Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21742. Complimentary parking is available in designated areas near the MSOM building.

Why Attend: The Leadership Prayer Breakfast offers an opportunity to connect with others in the community and hear an inspiring message. You’ll enjoy:

• A warm, community‑centered environment
• A delicious catered breakfast
• Meaningful networking opportunities
• A powerful message from a respected regional leader
• A chance to strengthen partnerships between business, faith, and civic organizations

EVENT DETAILS: Registration & Pricing

• Visit: https://events.cbmc.com/2026-GWCLPB
• Early registration is encouraged, with discounted rates available until September 10, 2026:
• Individual Registration: $5 early bird / $10 regular Includes a promo code to invite one guest for free.
• Group of 4: $20 early bird / $25 regular
• Table of 8: $30 early bird / $50 regular

Local businesses and nonprofits are also invited to support the event through sponsorship opportunities: https://events.cbmc.com/2026-GWCLPB/Sponsor/

• Business Sponsor: $250–$500
• Non‑Profit Sponsor: $50–$100

Contact the event host for more information or any questions: 

• Paul Schomburg, Area Director, CBMC Maryland — pschomburg@cbmc.com — 240‑486‑1636 – https://md.cbmc.com

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The Greater Washington County Leadership Prayer Breakfast is open to all men and women with an interest in faith in all marketplace sectors (public or private). We encourage attendees to invite a friend or work colleague to join us and connect with other community members.

The Christian Business Men's Connection (CBMC) has a vision to see men's lives, families, and workplaces transformed by God in every community across our nation.  CBMC's mission is to reach, empower and deploy generations of men in the workplace to live out their faith and multiply their impact for Christ. Learn more at: md.cbmc.com or visit our Facebook page or LinkedIn page.