Maryland Counties - Economic Development Websites

Other Useful Links

• ChooseMaryland.org
  ChooseMaryland.org was created to provide information on Maryland's outstanding business climate and the programs available to businesses, both small and large, to ensure their success. Included on the website is information on financing, workforce training, exporting and trade and small and minority business assistance. Sponsored by the Department of Business and Economic Development
• Maryland Association of Counties
  The Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) is located in the historic district of Annapolis at 169 Conduit Street, just a few blocks from the State Capitol. The Executive Director and seven staff members serve the needs and interests of Maryland county government. MACo is governed by a 16-member Board of Directors including a six-member Executive Committee.
• Maryland Municipal League
  A voluntary, non-profit, nonpartisan association controlled and maintained by city and town governments, MML works to strengthen and support municipal government through advocacy and the development of effective leadership. Through its membership in the National League of Cities MML offers legislative representation in Washington, urban research programs, and a national municipal government information exchange.
• Maryland Department of the Environment
  The Maryland Department of the Environment was created to protect and preserve the states natural resources. In addition to restoring Maryland environment and safeguarding the environmental health of Maryland citizens, MDE's duties encompass enforcement and regulation, long-term planning and research, and technical assistance to industry and communities for pollution, growth issues, and environmental emergencies.
• The Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore
  The Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore is the exclusive regional economic development organization created to build a competitive and successful economy for Greater Baltimore residents and employers. GBA leads and directs regional image building, attraction and retention programs, and provides a single point of contact and superior seamless customer service to newly locating and expanding employers.
• International Economic Development Council
  The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to helping economic developers do their job more effectively and raising the profile of the profession. When we succeed, our members create more high-quality jobs, develop more vibrant communities, and generally improve the quality of life in their regions. MEDA & IEDC are active partners in the professional development of Maryland's economic development community.
• Upper Shore Manufacturing and Business Council
  The Upper Shore Manufacturing & Business Council (USMBC) is a not-for-profit regional membership organization created to provide resources to manufacturers and other companies doing business on Maryland’s Eastern Shore that will help them grow and prosper.
• Maryland World Class Manufacturing Consortium
  The MWCC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen and grow the state and national economies through performance excellence. We help organizations of all types use world class techniques, such as lean and six sigma, to build competitive capability.
• Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTECH)
  The Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (MTECH), an initiative of the A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland, features seven programs dedicated to enabling technology commercialization, strengthening companies, and catalyzing new ventures in Maryland.
• MTECH Maryland Industrial Partnerships Program (MIPS)
  MIPS provides funding--matched by participating companies--for university-based research projects that help companies develop new products or processes. MIPS will match 25 to 90 percent (up to $200,000) of University project costs. Companies of any size are encouraged to apply.
• MTECH Maryland Technology Extension Service (MTES)
  The Maryland Technology Extension Service), operating from three regional offices throughout the state, offers on-site technical assistance to Maryland companies in the areas of: lean manufacturing, business and management, environmental engineering, development of new technologies, manufacturing process improvement, information technology, and ergonomics.
• MTECH VentureCatalyst Program
  MTECH's VentureCatalyst Program is designed to spur and support the commercialization University of Maryland-created technology through education, networking, and hands-on incubatio. VC makes it easy for faculty, researchers and students to evaluate ideas and launch their own companies -- by providing an extensive, expert infrastructure of mentors and support services.
• Governor's Workforce Investment Board (GWIB)
  The GWIB is responsible for developing policies and strategies to form a coordinated workforce system from a variety of education, and employment and training programs. It brings together and focuses various workforce development partners and stakeholders on two key outcomes - a properly prepared workforce that meets the current and future demands of Maryland employers, and providing opportunities for all Marylanders to succeed in the 21st century workforce.
• Leadership Maryland
  Leadership Maryland broadens the base of leaders through the development of individual interest, statewide knowledge, and leadership ability that can be applied with power, influence, and authority for the greater good of Maryland.
• Southern Economic Development Council
  The Southern Economic Development Council is the oldest and largest regional economic development association in North America. We have members in 17 states in the American South, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
• Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO)
  MEDCO is staffed with ten full-time employees and two part-time employees. Reviewing and managing the oversight of its projects is a significant portion of MEDCO's ongoing project management responsibilities. MEDCO monitors the legal requirements of its projects to better assure compliance by its participants. These legal requirements include ensuring that current financial statements of participants are available, that required compliance benchmarks are achieved and that current and appropriate insurance requirements are being met. MEDCO also collects and reviews the monthly financials for its owned projects.
• Northeastern Economic Developers Association
  The Northeastern Economic Developers Association, the leading economic development organization in the northeast, provides education, resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities for its members. Founded in 1956, NEDA has promoted professional economic and industrial development throughout the Northeastern United States, enabling our members to strengthen their local and regional economies and enhance overall quality of life.