Harnessing Education for Economic Development is the 2023 MEDA Annual Conference theme and a clear pathway forward. The link between education and economic advancement is well-established. Building competencies profoundly impacts outcomes, but connecting the dots is a collaborative process. Click here to learn how to...
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2023 MEDA Summer Conference on Leadership Development in economic development organizations (EDOs)! The conference brought together an exceptional lineup of experienced speakers who shared their expertise through dynamic and engaging TED Talk-style presentations, including presentations from: Jessica Aiello, Founder and CEO of Yellow Group, presented "Inclusion Means All"...
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...
Innovations in Manufacturing Wednesday, October 25, 2023 from 8 AM - 4 PM Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, MD (Carroll County) The 2023 MEDA Fall Conference, held on October 25th at Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, located in Carroll County, MD, successfully concluded with a focus on "Innovations in Manufacturing." The event kicked off with a warm...
When: October 28, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 1:45 PM Where: Baltimore Museum of Industry Theme: The Economy is International The 2024 MEDA Fall Conference: The Economy is International will examine how international business growth can enhance domestic economic development. Attendees will dive into innovative strategies for global business recruitment, attracting foreign investment, and capitalizing...
When: January 9, 2025, from 8 AM to 1:30 PM Where: Governor Calvert House, Annapolis, MD Theme: 2025 Legislative Outlook For Economic Development This event is sold out. Registration is required, and walk-ins cannot be accommodated. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please reach out to info@medamd.com At the MEDA 2025 Winter Conference,...
When: April 27-29, 2025 Where: Hyatt Regency, Chesapeake Bay, Cambridge, Maryland Theme: Maryland’s North Star: Regions Coming Together The 2025 MEDA Annual Conference explored collaboration across Maryland’s regions, highlighted ways to strengthen regional partnerships, leverage collective resources, and develop innovative strategies that benefit the state as a whole. Click here to view the Draft Minutes from...
When: July 30, 2025, from 9 AM to 12:15 PM Where: Virtual Theme: Thriving Through Uncertainty: Resiliency in Economic Development As economic developers, we're navigating a landscape where unpredictability is the norm—from shifting labor force dynamics to sudden market disruptions and policy pivots. The 2025 MEDA Summer Conference will bring together thought leaders and practitioners...
When: October 7-8, 2025 Where: Downtown Easton, Maryland Theme: Great Places Win: Powering People, Places, and Possibility Maryland’s many Main Streets are the heart of our most vibrant and welcoming communities. The 2025 Main Street Maryland Conference, organized by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) and MEDA, celebrated the people, places, and possibilities...
When: October 30, 2025, from 8 AM to 2 PM Where: Rod 'N' Reel Resort in Chesapeake Beach, MD Theme: Talent is the Driver: Building Communities Where People Want to Live and Work The 2025 MEDA Fall Conference will bring together Maryland's economic development community to discuss strategies for building talent-attracting communities. In today's hyper-competitive...
