2023 Economic Development Week in Maryland

Name: 2023 Economic Development Week in Maryland
Start: 2023-10-23T00:00:00-04:00
End: 2023-10-27T23:59:59-04:00

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October 23-27, 2023

Overview

Economic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase understanding of economic development’s contribution to the state’s business climate, job retention and growth, the tax base, and the overall quality of life in Maryland.

Recognition

Economic development will take center stage in counties, cities, and towns throughout Maryland when proclamations are made heralding the significant projects that have made Maryland a great place to live, work, and play. Recognizing the dedicated work of economic developers is a primary focus of the effort. Listed below are the activities planned during Economic Development Week in Maryland (check back for weekly updates to this list).

How to Celebrate Economic Development Week in Maryland

Please check out our Toolkit, Proclamation Template, and Press Release Template to plan for your participation in Economic Development Week in Maryland. Whether elaborate or small, there is something for every level of participation.

Sponsorship

Join us in making this event a success! If you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland, please click here.

Proclamations

Please do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P.O. box. Email them to info@medamd.com. — Thank you!

Special Events

SIGNATURE EVENT: MEDA FALL CONFERENCE: INNOVATIONS IN MANUFACTURING, October 25, 2023
Anne Arundel County Economic Development Corporation’s Business Appreciation Week, October 23-27
Caroline County Economic Development & Tourism “Thank You! Campaign,” October 23-27
FSC First’s Building Your Growth Team and Experts Roundtable, October 26 from 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Garrett County Business Ribbon Cuttings, October 24-27
Harford Award Celebration, October 24 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Howard County Economic Development Authority’s Business Appreciation Week, October 23-27
Howard County Economic Development Authority’s Open House, October 26 from 9:00 AM – 12 PM
Montgomery County Black Collective’s Business Growth and Resources Events, October 23-27
Montgomery County Black Collective’s 2024 Business Growth Roadmap: Growth Strategies from Industry Experts, October 26 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Montgomery County Black Collective’s Truist Bank Financial and Small Business Lending Clinic, October 27 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation Site Visits and Business Proclamations, October 23-27
Protecting Maryland Agriculture: Smart Farming Cybersecurity Challenges & Solutions, October 25 from 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Queen Anne’s County Supporting Local Business Visits, October 23-27
St. Mary’s County’s Young Professionals @ Xella Winery and Vineyard, October 23 from 5 PM to 7 PM
St. Mary’s County’s State of the County Luncheon, October 24 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
St. Mary’s County’s Business After Hours, October 25 from 5 Pm to 6:30 PM
St. Mary’s County’s Lexington Park Facade Grant Workshop, October 26 from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
St. Mary’s County’s Celebrating St. Mary’s Businesses, October 27
Washington County Economic Development Week Scavenger Hunt/Trivia, October 23-27
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development Business Visits, October 23-27
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Economic Development Week Interview with Ocean 98.1, October 23
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Open House, October 24 from 4 PM – 6 PM