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SUMMARY:The Talent Advantage: A Growth Strategy for Companies in Montgomery County\, Maryland
DESCRIPTION:How Local Businesses Are Winning the Competition for Talent \nTalent is one of the most important factors influencing where companies choose to invest\, expand\, and grow. As competition for skilled workers intensifies\, employers must think beyond hiring and embrace a broader talent strategy; one that leverages partnerships\, place\, and purpose. \nJoin us on September 8th\, during Workforce Development Month\, for a conversation on how businesses can capitalize on Montgomery County’s world-class academic institutions\, innovation ecosystem\, quality of life\, and economic development resources to attract and retain top talent. \nWhether you’re growing your workforce to expand your business\, or evaluating your next investment\, discover why Montgomery County is uniquely positioned to help companies build a lasting talent advantage\, and hear directly from businesses winning the talent race. \nKey Takeaways \n\nLearn how local business leaders are leveraging partnerships with universities\, colleges\, and workforce organizations to strengthen their talent pipeline.\nGain insights into the regional workforce trends shaping business expansion and investment decisions.\nDiscover economic development resources and incentives available to support your company’s hiring needs.\nExplore how companies can utilize Montgomery County’s quality of life\, innovation ecosystem\, and global reputation to help attract top talent.\n\nThis session is designed for founders\, executives\, investors\, and business leaders interested in learning more about Montgomery County’s talent ecosystem and the opportunities to grow and expand their organizations here. \nEvent Details \nDate: September 8\, 2026 \nTime: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nLocation: The Universities at Shady Grove\, 9630 Gudelsky Drive\, Rockville\, Maryland 20850 \nAgenda \n\n9:30 a.m. Networking with light refreshments\n10:00 a.m. Programming\n11:30 a.m. Q & A and Closing\n\nModerator: Dr. Anne Khademian\, Executive Director\, The Universities at Shady Grove \nOpening Speaker: Anthony Featherstone\, Executive Director\, WorkSource Montgomery \nSpeakers: \n\nTodd Cohen\, Senior Lead of Strategic Workforce Development\, Lockheed Martin\nCorey Lewson\, MSW\, Program Manager\, Workforce Development\, John Hopkins Medicine\nPaul Mehney\, Vice President of Strategy & Communications\, Thales Defense & Security\, Inc.\nLane Edwards\, Vice President of Operations\, TrilliumBIO\nNawal Benmouna\, Vice President for STEM and Health Sciences\, Montgomery College\nAstraZeneca (invited)\nWelcome Remarks by Jared Smith\, President & CEO\, Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation.\n\nThis is a complimentary event with limited seating capacity. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/the-talent-advantage-a-growth-strategy-for-companies-in-montgomery-county-maryland/
LOCATION:The Universities at Shady Grove\, 9630 Gudelsky Dr\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850
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