Healthcare is more than just a political policy debate - it is a major industry in Maryland. In addition to doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and hospitals for both people and animals, that industry encompasses manufacturing, research and development, testing, marketing and distribution, and homeland security preparedness and response. With all of these components there are local and regional strategies possible to provide economic development and growth to all parts of Maryland.

Join us October 21, 2010 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards for an information and opportunity packed look at the healthcare industry.

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2010 MEDA Awards:

Pictured above bottom row: Heather Gramm, Richard Griffin, Laurie Boyer, Back Row: John Stalfort, Miles & Stockbridge; Bob Hannon, Steve Silverman, Faith Elliott-Rossing, Ray Skinner, Meghan Simmons, and David Iannucci.

Winners of the Awards:

• Volunteer of the Year: George Dredden, Frederick County
• Hall of Fame: Bob Hannon, Anne Arundel County
• Economic Development Project: NCI Riverside, City of Frederick
• Economic Development Program: TLC, Anne Arundel Community College
• Economic Development Redevelopment Program: Miller's Court, DHCD
• Judges Award: Sawyer Revitalization, City of Havre de Grace
• Economic Development Marketing Project: New Avenue, Montgomery County
• Economic Development Regional Project: Vines to Wines, Queen Anne's County

MEDA thanks the following individuals for volunteering their time and talents:

Awards Committee: Kimberly A. Clark, Chair; Faith Elliott-Rossing, Co-Chair; Brian P. Darmody; Carol A. Gilbert; Sarah J. Lankford; Janice M. Posey; Robert R. Schaller

Awards Judges: John R. Devine; DavidW. Edgerley; Victoria L. Jackson-Stanley; LuwandaW. Jenkins; Michael S. Lofton, CEcD; Kathleen A. Maher, AICP; Dan S. Patrell

The Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of economic development. The course if designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities. Join leading practitioners and their colleagues who will present using the guidelines of the IEDC manuals which prepare those who are interested in achieving certification in economic development. This is also a course for anyone who wants an understanding of the business retention strategies, downtown and neighborhood development practices, real estate reuse intricacies, marketing tools for economic development, financial package creation for prospects, and MORE.

The cost includes breakfast and lunch all 5 days, a welcoming reception, and two on-site visits pertinent to the discussions. JOIN US! Remember that MEDA members are eligible for the Lofton Scholarship for the full cost of the tuition.

$450
July 26-30, 2010
Anne Arundel Community College, EAST Campus - Arnold
Careers Center
101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012
Park in Lot C or D
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Maryland's Competitiveness
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
June 6-8, 2010

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ben Carson

Dr. Ben Carson was the keynote speaker at the MEDA Annual Conference where Maryland's strengths, challenges and opportunities were highlight and discussed by presenters and the more than 250 attendees. Corporate executives and government leaders converged to bring attendees practical tools and best practices for doing business in the 21st century. Dr. Carson and his wife Candy brought their education message to the Annual Banquet. Focusing on the Carson Scholars Fund as a resource for assisting school-age children who are interested in academic achievement. More info on the project can be found at http://www.carsonscholars.org. View Sponsors