• Deadline: July 1, 2025

    2025 Main Street Maryland Conference Call for Proposals

    The DHCD and MEDA are seeking proposals for: keynote addresses, breakout sessions, IGNITE-style presentations, TEDx-style talks, and local field trips or experiential learning opportunities!
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  • Virtually from July 28 - August 1, 2025

    2025 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course

    Join us for this essential course, which is your ticket to the fundamental concepts, strategies, and tools needed to be successful in today’s complex economic environment.
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  • Application deadline: August 1, 2025

    Apply for the MEDA Mentorship Program!

    Designed to develop Maryland’s economic development leaders by equipping mentees with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to excel in economic development.
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  • $8.81 ROI for Every Dollar Invested in Maryland Economic Development

    For every $1 invested in local economic development, an average of $8.81 is generated in state and local tax revenue.
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    MEDA Year in Review

    This report showcases the collaborative achievements of our organization in 2023 and 2024, highlighting the contributions of sponsors, partners, members, and the MEDA community.
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  • Economic Development Offices in Maryland

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  • Economic Development… Transforms Lives

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UPCOMING EVENTS
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June 25, 2025
Navigating the Pitfalls of a Start UP or Small Business

When: Wednesday, June 25, 8 – 10 AM Where: CONVERGE Innovation Center Learn how to overcome fiscal and operational challenges, mitigate risk, and incorporate strategies for success into your business…

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Jul 28 - Aug 1, 2025
2025 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course

When: July 28 – August 1, 2025 Where: Virtual Whether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher, the Chesapeake Basic…

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July 30, 2025
2025 MEDA Summer Conference

When: July 30, 2025 Where: Virtual More information will be coming soon!

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