This week, flash floods swept through parts of Mountain Maryland and left behind damage and disruption. Our hearts are heavy for the communities affected, the residents displaced, and the beloved…
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Guest Blog: Collaboration Wins When the North Star Is Clear
Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies
This blog was written by Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies. As the 2025 MEDA Annual Conference came to a close, our final…
Guest Blog: Crossing State Lines: Regional Resilience and Strategies That Resonate in Maryland
Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies
This blog was written by Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies. At this year’s MEDA Annual Conference, Don Cunningham, President and CEO of…
Guest Blog: “Regional Initiatives (Ignite-style presentations)” Recap
Janel Spencer, Business Development Specialist, Frederick County Office of Economic Development
This blog was written by Janel Spencer, Business Development Specialist, Frederick County Office of Economic Development Economic development is never a one-person show; it’s a team sport. Educators, entrepreneurs, public-sector…
Guest Blog: “Resource Adequacy: How Utilities Support Economic Growth and Sustainability in an Electrifying Era” Panel Recap
Renee M. Harris, Business & Economic Development Coordinator, City of Hyattsville
This blog was written by: Renee M. Harris, Business & Economic Development Coordinator, City of Hyattsville Session: “Resource Adequacy: How Utilities Support Economic Growth and Sustainability in an Electrifying Era”…
Guest Blog: The Power of Sports, Strategy, and Partnership in Economic Development
Dr. Candace Pruett, Assistant Director, Corridor Region, Maryland Small Business Development Center
This blog was written by Candace Pruett, D.B.A., Deputy Director, Corridor Region Maryland, SBDC, MEDA Young Leader. At this year’s MEDA Annual Conference, the Opening Keynote from Fran Weld, CEO…
MD DHCD Secretary Day Announces Major Broadband Connectivity Milestone During Talbot County ‘Day Trip’ Tour
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EASTON, MD – (April 30, 2025) Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day visited Easton and celebrated two important announcements during the latest Day Trip tour stop in Talbot County….
Guest Blog: Innovation in Action: Maryland Leaders Share Regional Success Stories in Health, Forestry, Aerospace, and Life Sciences
Connor Norman, Business Development Specialist, Garrett County Government
This blog was written by Lofton Scholar, Connor Norman, Business Development Specialist, Garrett County Government. I often say from stem to stern, Maryland’s diverse landscape and people help create rich…
Maryland’s statewide surge: Counties unite in economic growth
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Across Maryland, a dynamic shift is underway. From the bustling urban centers to the serene rural landscapes, counties are experiencing transformative economic growth, welcoming new businesses and embracing change. This…
Maryland’s economic evolution: Local strategies fuel statewide advancement
MEDA Admin
Maryland’s economic landscape is undergoing a period of robust growth, driven by strategic initiatives across its diverse counties. Throughout the rural expanses and more densely populated regions, local economic development…
