BRAC Zone designation to spur economic activity in Northeast Maryland Baltimore, Md. (August 1, 2018) – The Maryland Department of Commerce today announced the designation of a new BRAC Revitalization and Incentive Zone in Harford County. Located in Edgewood, Md., the new BRAC zone encompasses land on the north side of the MARC railroad line bordering…
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Bruce Leonard from StreetSense delivers Keynote Speech at MEDA Summer Conference
Aphaia Harper
During the MEDA Summer Conference, Bruce Leonard delivered a meaningful keynote address outlining the role Economic Developers should play in the arena of Neighborhood Revitalization. Revitalization is more challenging today than ever before, but…with a universe of exciting opportunities. Today, with the importance of local retail and hospitality businesses, mid to large format tenants are…
VitusVet relocates to Howard County Innovation Center at Gateway, expands veterinary platform
Brian Sheavly
Columbia, MD (12/12/2017) – VitusVet, is relocating from the Maryland Center for Entrepreneurship (MCE) into the future location of the Howard County Innovation Center, inside the Columbia Gateway Innovation District. The company has resided in the MCE since May 2015 and expanded into a new space following a period of rapid growth. “Our county is…
Economic team tours Washington County businesses
Sandy Sponaugle
Herald-Mail, Hagerstown, Maryland While visiting d’Vinci Interactive on Thursday, a few business leaders learned that the firm works with some nationally known organizations and that it would welcome more workforce training opportunities. Thirty-four similar conversations were scheduled at other businesses on Thursday and today. “We are celebrating Economic Development Week in the state of Maryland…
Jimmy Rhee Will Welcome Attendees to 2017 MEDA Summer Conference
Sandy Sponaugle
Our 2017 Summer Conference is packed with powerhouse leaders who play a major role in our state’s vibrancy. One of these leaders is Jimmy Rhee, the secretary of the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority and Women’s Business Affairs. As he presents the opening remarks for the 2017 MEDA Summer Conference, his words will set the…
McCready Health Welcomes New CEO, Kathleen Harrison
Sandy Sponaugle
We are pleased to welcome Kathleen Harrison, FACHE, of Crisfield to her new role as Chief Executive Officer of the organization. “I am delighted to be part of the McCready Health system and I am looking forward to working with the Board members, physicians and staff as we move into the future,” said Harrison. “McCready…
12 Maryland Companies Receive ExportMD Grants
Sandy Sponaugle
Maryland Commerce program helps companies promote goods, services globally BALTIMORE, MD (June 2, 2017) – The Maryland Department of Commerce has awarded 12 small and mid-sized Maryland companies with ExportMD grants to help promote their products and services in the global marketplace. The ExportMD grant program helps businesses finance the costs of marketing internationally, including…
2017 MEDA Awards Banquet: Executive Director’s Perspective
Pamela Ruff, Executive Director, MEDA
Last week MEDA held our annual Awards ceremony which recognizes the best of the best in economic development in Maryland. I was reminded as I was surrounded by over 250 attendees watching the award-winner videos, that our members truly do transform lives as our tagline states. Marketing Initiatives that Matter How clever was the Charles County…
MEDA Announced 2017 Award Winners during Award Banquet in Cambridge, Maryland
Sandy Sponaugle
MEDA Announced 2017 Award Winners during Award Banquet in Cambridge, Maryland BALTIMORE, Md. – The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) announced the recipients of the 2017 MEDA Awards, which celebrate the people, projects, and programs that are transforming lives by creating opportunities, inspiring innovation, and enriching communities across the state. Over 250 economic development professionals…
City of Cambridge to fund human services grant program as part of its proposed FY 18 budget
Sandy Sponaugle
As part of its proposed FY18 budget, the City of Cambridge will award $25,000 to non-profit and governmental organizations throughout the city using its Human Service Grant program. Applications will be made available online at choosecambridge.com, or at the Department of Public works, located at 1025 Washington Street, or at City Hall, located at 410…
