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SUMMARY:Enhancing Your Business with Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: COVID-19 General Support\, Government Contracting\, Selling to Government\, Small Disadvantaged Businesses\, Subcontracting\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Enhancing Your Business with Certifications Business certifications are industry recognized credentials a company can acquire to demonstrate their abilities in specific work-related areas. Certifications can assist in progressing your business to the next level. These certifications are the most well-known throughout the small business community and the world of Federal and State procurement. \nSmall Business Reserve (SBR) Program\nVeteran-owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) Program\nMinority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program\nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program\nAirport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program\nSmall Business Enterprise (SBE) Program\n8a Business Development Program\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting Program \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/enhancing-your-business-with-certifications/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T124133Z
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SUMMARY:Access to CDFI Lending: What is a CDFI & Lender Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing\, Business Plan\, Cash Flow Management\, COVID-19 Financing Capital\, COVID-19 General Support\nDescription: \n\nThis free 2 day series webinar is provided by the MD Small Business Development Center in partnership with Maryland’s Department of Labor and Governor’s Office of Small\, Minority & Women Business AffairsUnderserved businesses with five or fewer employees and annual sales of less than $100\,000 have access to a unique microlending program offered through Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI). \n  \nJoin us for a 2-day series to learn about: \nLending options \nWhat lenders look for \nPreparing a successful loan package \nPreparing for your meeting with a lender \nBusiness finance consulting resources \nAt the end of the second session “Preparing Your Business Financing Package\,” you will be provided a “CDFI Lending Checklist” \n  \nTo register for Day 2 Preparing Your Business Financing Package of the Access to CDFI Lending Webinar Series please click here \n\nInstructions: Please email panel questions to rchavez@umd.edu Subject Line: CDFI Panelist Questions\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/41483/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
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SUMMARY:State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: COVID-19 General Support\, Government Contracting\, Selling to Government\, Small Disadvantaged Businesses\, Subcontracting\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Join us to meet the buyers in the State of Maryland for a virtual webinar as they share procurement opportunities below $50\,000 for small businesses. \nParticipating agencies: Maryland Department of the Environment Maryland Department of State Police Maryland State Board of Elections \nMaryland Department of Military \nMaryland Department of Human Services Maryland Department of Natural Resources Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Maryland Department of Health Maryland Department of Transportation – The Secretary’s Office Maryland Department of Transportation – State Highway Administration Maryland Department of Transportation – Maryland Transit Administration Maryland Department of Transportation – Motor Vehicle Administration University of Maryland Global Campus Four-Part Series \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/state-procurement-opportunities-50k-and-less/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Business Financing\, COVID-19 Financing Capital\, COVID-19 General Support\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending When preparing for growth with lending\, planning\, and preparation are essential to your strategic growth plan as a business owner. Pre-funding your growth can reduce financial stress and give you time to reap the rewards of growth. In this session\, lenders will provide best practices and strategies you can use in your small business today to fund your growth goals. Social media marketing is one of the essential investments strategies you can make to accelerate growth in your business. Join us as we cover the most popular social media platforms\, who is using them\, and how you can use these tools strategically to fund your business growth. \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM \n\n\nRegistration Policies:\nRegistration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check\, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. You may receive special payment instructions by email once you register to the event \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is cancelled\, all fees will be returned. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/preparing-for-growth-with-or-without-lending/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T093000
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SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership Signature Breakfast Series: David Marriott\, Director\, Marriott International
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URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-signature-breakfast-series-david-marriott-director-marriott-international/
LOCATION:Marriott BWI Airport\, 1743 W. Nursery Road\, Linthicum\, MD\, 21090
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T140000
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Maryland Economic Resilience and Disaster Recovery Conference
DESCRIPTION:This is a once-a-year opportunity for Emergency Managers\, Economic Developers\, and their Private Sector Partners to exchange business cards and discuss ways to improve disaster recovery and economic resilience in Maryland. \nRegister Now to Join Us Next Week! \n9 AM to 2 PM | Thursday\, September 9\, 2021 \nLocation:\nMaryland Innovation Center (MIC)\nHoward County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA)\n6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\nColumbia\, MD 21046 \nThis conference will also feature: \nRelease of the new Maryland Report and Planning Guide for Economic Resilience and Disaster Recovery\n+\nExercise to Promote Public-Private Cooperation to Prepare for Future Disasters \nREGISTER HERE \nPresented by ISD and the HCEDA. Made possible with the generous support of the US EDA. \nPlease note that space is limited and the event format may change due to COVID-19 health precautions. \nFor more information\, please email info@isdus.org.\nNOTE: FORMAL CONFERENCE ENDS AT 2 PM; ADVISORY SESSIONS AVAILABLE 2 PM-5 PM \nFollowing the 2 PM official close of the conference\, attendees are welcome to stay for free business and economic recovery and resilience counseling (please sign up via helpdesk@isdus.org).
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2nd-annual-maryland-economic-resilience-and-disaster-recovery-conference/
LOCATION:Maryland Innovation Center\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210615T153705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T153705Z
UID:38903-1629311400-1629318600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Project Opportunity Eastern Shore Fall 2021 Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:FREE ENTREPRENEUR TRAINING FOR VETERANS \nIs Entrepreneurship the right choice for you?\nDo you have a business idea but not sure where to start?\nDo you have a business and want to take it to the next level?\nAre you a Veteran small business owner looking to expand? \nWant to know more\, register for the Project Opportunity Eastern Shore Fall 2021 Orientation Session at www.project-opportunity.com/class/registration. Orientation is Wednesday\, August 18\, 2021 from 6:30 -8:30 PM at the American Job Center located at 31901 Tri-County Way\, Salisbury\, Maryland 21804. Attendance at the Orientation Session is a vital step in our application process. If you are interested in this class but unable to attend you must contact Program Director Joe Giordano\, joe.giordano@project-opportunity.com. \nClasses Begins Wednesday September 8\, 2021 \nProject Opportunity is an intensive curriculum based 10-week cohort program. The Fall 2021 program will meet every Wednesday\, September 8– November 10\, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:00 PM. Through grants and community business support this program is free to all veterans. The curriculum and material is facilitated by small business professionals and subject matter experts. The program concludes with a formal business pitch on November 10\, 2021. \nTraining Includes:\n❖ Assessing Your Business Idea\n❖ Marketing Analysis\n❖ Financing and Financial Management\n❖ Business Structure and Taxes\n❖ Development of a Business Plan
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/project-opportunity-eastern-shore-fall-2021-orientation-session/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210629T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210614T151454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T165351Z
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SUMMARY:MEDA Young Leaders - Arts Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join the MEDA Young Leaders for another fun lunch and learn session featuring a discussion around the arts industry in Maryland. Hear perspectives from successful industry professionals on the importance of fostering a thriving arts scene in your community and its impact on economic development. The panel discussion includes: \n–          Steven Skerritt-Davis\, Deputy Director of the Maryland State Arts Council \n–          Patti White\, Festival Director & Co-Founder of the Annapolis Film Festival \n–          Lee Anderson\, Festival Director & Co-Founder of the Annapolis Film Festival \nNot only did both organizations shift their offerings to accommodate a virtual need during the pandemic but they were able to reach into new communities. Learn how to get involved with the designated areas near you. \nThis event is only open to MEDA Young Leaders. If you’re interested in joining the MEDA Young Leaders\, click here.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-young-leaders-arts-lunch-and-learn/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210331T193659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T193659Z
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SUMMARY:MCCEI Pathway Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Pathway Awards will recognize those in the built environment who embody the values of MCCEI and inspire the workforce of our industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in a celebration of the amazing work being done in Maryland to promote career pathways in the built environment. The Pathway Awards were created to recognize all the people\, companies\, and partners in the AEC industry who embody the values of MCCEI and who have championed workforce development initiatives in the built environment in the past year. \nCategories include: \n\nBuilt Environment Hero\nChampion of Workforce Development\nGovernment Partner of the Year\nMCCEI Educator of the Year\nCommunity Partner of the Year\nFuture Builder of the Year\n\nNominations are open until April 30th. Click here to nominate someone today. \nMCCEI’s mission is to develop\, promote\, and connect career opportunities in the built environment. MCCEI is an independent and trusted adviser and resource for industry\, education\, and government. Together\, we will make careers in the built environment a first-choice option. www.mccei.org
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mccei-pathway-awards/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210520T145811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T145811Z
UID:38445-1622737800-1622745000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership: Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The BWI Business Partnership hosts and sponsors events throughout the year designed to promote our area\, enlighten members on issues of vital interest to both the public and the private sectors\, and to provide unique networking opportunities. \nOur monthly Signature Breakfast Series features keynote speakers from business and government along with regular updates on the happenings at our favorite airport\, BWI Thurgood Marshall. Due to COVID-19 we have pivoted to our Virtual Speaker Series until safe to gather in a larger group capacity along with our Transportation Think Tank (T3) series \nWe also host and collaborate on forums\, meetings and workshops. Some of the topics include transportation\, commercial development and doing business with government agencies.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-annual-meeting-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Benson Hammond House\, 7101 Aviation Blvd\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210412T140340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T154708Z
UID:37435-1620126000-1620129600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Tour of Maryland SBDC
DESCRIPTION:Since 1988\, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has served as a premier resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and existing small businesses. The SBDC Network is a partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration\, the State of Maryland\, and the University of Maryland\, College Park. Our organization links private enterprise\, government\, higher education\, and local economic development organizations to provide high-quality no-cost consulting\, low-cost training\, and market and industry research to Maryland’s small businesses. \nIn addition to our core service offerings\, the SBDC also provides specialized services including executive training\, retail and restaurant\, market growth\, ownership transition assistance\, technology transfer\, and SBIR support. We offer expertise and keen insight essential to helping small businesses address their concerns today\, and design solid long-range plans to secure their vision for tomorrow. \nThis event is open to MEDA and Leadership Maryland Members only. 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tour-of-maryland-sbdc/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210318T135250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T135250Z
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SUMMARY:MBIA Spring Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Register to attend the MBIA Spring Member Meeting. | Share updates and be inspired from others in the MD Innovation Community! \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event \n\n\nMBIA SPRING MEMBER MEETING | Thursday April 8th | Noon – 1:30 \nJoin the MBIA Spring Member Meeting – we want to hear from YOU! Share your 1 minute – Rapid Fire Update – a success story\, positive momentum or important news from your organization. What are the new initiatives that you are launching and excited about – or what is keeping you up at night? \nIt’s been a long year since our world changed. It’s time to reconnect – hear updates\, get inspired – learn from each other\, regroup and collaborate. \nGet introduced to key members of the Maryland Department of Commerce Strategic Industry Team\, who will share their focus\, industry goals and how they can help us achieve greater success together. \n\nUlyana Desiderio – Director of BioHealth and Life Sciences\nVince Defrancisci – Director of Cyber & Aerospace\nColter Menke – Aerospace Program Manager\nWade Haerle – Energy & Agriculture Program Manager\nAllyson Redpath – Director of Entrepreneurship\n\nThis is an important meeting – mark your calendar. Zoom links will be provided via registration. Looking forward to seeing and hearing from everyone! \nPlease encourage other members of your team to attend!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mbia-spring-member-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210323T152857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T152857Z
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SUMMARY:Baltimore County Manufacturing Virtual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Recently unemployed? Looking for a new career opportunity? New to the job market?\nFind a job to match your skills at our virtual job fair! \nPresented by Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland\, in partnership with Baltimore County Department of Economic & Workforce Development and Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)\, this virtual job fair will connect job seekers with open positions at manufacturing companies in Baltimore County\, MD. \nAbout the Maryland Manufacturing Virtual Job Fair \n\n15 participating Baltimore County manufacturing companies in the virtual exhibit hall.\n100+ open jobs in operations\, manufacturing\, engineering\, product development\, finance\, administration\, sales\, marketing\, customer service and more.\nConnect with participating employers at their virtual exhibit booth through chat\, audio call and video conferencing.\nNo cost to register as a job seeker and connect with participating employers.\nEmployers will have the opportunity to review job seeker resumes prior to the date of the Job Fair. Upload your resume and LinkedIn profile information today to capture their attention!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/baltimore-county-manufacturing-virtual-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210406T184439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T184439Z
UID:37190-1617874200-1617881400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Power of Possibilities Summit at Garrett College
DESCRIPTION:Attend FREE- either virtually or in-person!\nBegins at 9:30am on Thursday\, April 8\nCall 301-387-3069 to register
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/power-of-possibilities-summit-at-garrett-college/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210318T182324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T182324Z
UID:36427-1616688000-1616693400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:NMTC IDISRUPTOR 3.6 – POST PANDEMIC EMERGENCE
DESCRIPTION:POST PANDEMIC EMERGENCE:\nMarkets\, Technology\, and the New Now \nIt focuses on our country’s emergence festering from COVID-19\, transitioning to the “NEW NOW” by Fall 2021. It will be distinctly optimistic\, showcasing the technologies\, disruptive ideas\, and forward-thinking leaders contributing to our emergence from the pandemic. \nMany of us will recognize these three speakers: LTG (ret.) Bruce Crawford\, former Commanding General\, APG and now SVP for Strategic Development at Jacobs; Darius Irani\, Ph.D. Chief Economist\, Towson University and Sean Plankey\, Deputy Asst Secretary\, Cybersecurity\, Dept of Energy (FMR). \nJoin us as we continue NMTC’s The Future of Everything….
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/nmtc-idisruptor-3-6-post-pandemic-emergence/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210310T154212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T154212Z
UID:36205-1616677200-1616684400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Digital Health Forum presented by EAGB & BioHealth Innovation\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:The Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore (www.greaterbaltimore.org) and BioHealth Innovation (www.biohealthinnovation.org) have partnered to host a Forum focused on the growing Digital Health industry in the Baltimore/Washington region and beyond. The Forum is free and will be held virtually on March 25\, from 1 – 3:00 pm. There is no fee and all are welcomed\, but you must register in order to receive the link to the event. \nACCESS THE FORUM PROGRAM BY CLICKING HERE. \nREGISTER TODAY BY CLICKING HERE.  \nThe Digital Health Forum features two panel discussions and a moderated conversation. Brief welcome remarks from Rich Bendis and Michele Whelley\, CEO of BHI and EAGB\, respectively\, will open the Forum. \nPANEL ONE: The Role of Academia in Digital Health\nModerated by Saralyn Williams\, partner in EY’s Life Science practice. \nPanelists: \n• Dr. Eun-Shim Nahm\, director of the University of Maryland School of Nursing’s Masters Degree program in Informatics. This graduate program was the first of its kind when it was launched in 1989 and has been consistently ranked as #1 in the country. \n• Dr. Kenyon Crowley\, managing director of the Center for Health Information and Decision Systems (CHIDS) in the University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business\, and of the Health Insights AI Lab. Dr. Crowley is an associate research scholar in the global top ten ranked Decision\, Operations and Information Technologies department \n• Dr. Donald Taylor\, assistant vice chancellor for health sciences translation at the University of Pittsburgh\, executive director of sciVelo\, and co-director of the Center for Commercial Applications of Healthcare Data\, Pitt’s arm of the Pittsburgh Health Data Alliance\, a collaboration between Pitt\, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Carnegie Mellon University. \nPANEL TWO: Digital Health in Healthcare\nModerated by Dr. Juergen Klenk\, partner and Precision Medicine lead at Deloitte Consulting. \nPanelists: \n• Ricardo Johnson\, Head of Healthworx and Senior Vice President of Corporate Development for CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield. Healthworx is the venture capital\, corporate development\, and commercialization arm of CareFirst. \n• Pothik Chatterjee\, Executive Director of Innovation and Research for LifeBridge Health. \n• Nick Culbertson\, CEO and co-Founder of Protenus\, a growing Digital Health company that is bringing AI and automation to hospital compliance to reduce risk and increase trust and assurance in the healthcare industry \nCONVERSATION: International Collaboration in Digital Health\nThe Forum culminates in a conversation moderated by Rich Bendis with: \n• Laurent Waessa\, senior business development advisor\, life sciences and medtech\, Québec Government Office in New York. \n• Marina Massingham\, CEO\, Aifred Health Inc.\, a Canadian digital health company focused on clinical decision support in mental health\, starting with depression.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/digital-health-forum-presented-by-eagb-biohealth-innovation-inc/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T104500
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210224T214712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T204457Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable with Comptroller Franchot
DESCRIPTION:Comptroller Peter Franchot will join MEDA members for a 45-minute roundtable discussion on Thursday\, March 25 from 10am – 10:45am. \nThe Comptroller will make brief remarks in summation of The Board of Revenue Estimates March 9th meeting and take questions from MEDA members around fiscal and economic issues for Maryland.  The Comptroller is looking forward to the discussion and is asking to hear your thoughts and take your questions on relevant topics.  He invites you to share how you have fared during the pandemic. \nJoin us for this discussion moderated by MEDA member Shelly Gross-Wade\, President & CEO\, FSC First.  This event is free and open to MEDA members only.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/roundtable-with-comptroller-franchot/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210303T133345Z
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SUMMARY:2021 MEDA Young Leaders Outlook Coffee Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join the MEDA Young Leaders for a quick virtual meetup to check in with the group and provide feedback on the 2021 event schedule. Questions and ideas welcome! \nThis event is open to MEDA Young Leaders only.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2021-meda-young-leaders-outlook-coffee-chat/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210118T204718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210118T204718Z
UID:34664-1615280400-1615284000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MWCC Event: Lean Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our quick\, virtual\, monthly events called “Lean Learnings“. \nFrom 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. each month\, catch a quick presentation from one of our consultants\, a member or a guest speaker on some of your favorite lean subjects and methodologies! \nTopic: Lean Healthcare \nLean Healthcare is the subject of this presentation. Learn how applying process excellence can improve your patient safety\, quality and throughput while increasing staff satisfaction. \nWith our nationwide healthcare and hospital population seeing more acute patient types along with increasing cost pressures\, the need for a solution has never been greater. Charlie Protzman and Mike Hogan will review overarching opportunities for Lean in healthcare with results obtained at client hospitals over the last 20 years in areas such as Emergency Departments\, Surgery\, Pharmacy\, Lab\, Radiology\, Clinics etc. utilizing the BASICS Lean® Model.  \nIdentify and eliminate the characteristics of your processes that don’t contribute to World Class Quality Healthcare Outcomes. \n\nWant to Improve Your Quality of Care?\nWant to Increase Positive Safety Outcomes?\nWant to Create Flow and Increase Patient Throughput?\n\nPresenters \nCharlie Protzman has 20 years of experience in Lean healthcare across the U.S. His Shingo Prize winning series of books called “Leveraging Lean in Healthcare”\, describes how to implement Lean in every area of the hospital.  \nMike Hogan has over 17 years of Lean Healthcare implementation and design experience. Mike is the OPEX manager for Florida Cancer Specialists and former COO of Studio Plus Architecture in Fort Myers\, FL and is OSHA 30 Certified. Charlie and Mike have trained thousands of practitioners worldwide in Lean concepts. \nKey Messages \nIncrease patient and staff safety by creating Flow \n\nBalancing Inputs vs. Outputs\nFaster is better – reducing steps = reducing defects\nLean applies to all areas of the hospital and healthcare. \nTools in combination with Human Aspect is the secret to sustaining Lean
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-event-lean-learning/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210224T214152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T214152Z
UID:35612-1614272400-1614276000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Food Industry & The Pandemic Executing a Shift to Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Pivoting involves the dramatic shift in policy\, position\, and/or strategy. Did the Pandemic create pivoting opportunities? Yes! The question is\, how did you pivot and what else could you do to leverage the new opportunities within your business. \n\n\nThe Bowie COVID-19 Business Recovery Assistance Program delivers online technical assistance to help Bowie businesses accelerate their post-pandemic economic recovery. This program is a collaboration between the Bowie Business Innovation Center business accelerator and the Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce\, funded by the City of Bowie.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/food-industry-the-pandemic-executing-a-shift-to-thrive/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210215T202048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T202048Z
UID:35447-1614081600-1614085200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Maryland Business Innovation Challenge Release: IBM
DESCRIPTION:IBM is challenging the Innovation Community to build a Market Leading Quantum Computing Industry in the State of Maryland. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event \n\n\nMEET THE CHALLENGE \nJoin in the conversation John Joaquin \, Client Leader at IBM and Julie Lenzer\, Chief Innovation Officer at University of Maryland will discuss IBM’s commitment to building a market leading Quantum Computing Industry in the state of Maryland. \nLearn how IBM is positioning resources to capitalize on the state’s early position in Quantum Computing\, and to build this region into the Silicon Valley of the Second Quantum Revolution. \nIBM ‘s Chalenge is to uncover and engage with entrepreneurial\, research\, development\, and commercialization efforts around Quantum Computing in our state\, to establish a base inventory of market players and Quantum Information Science (QIS) workforce talent. IBM would like to identify existing Quantum Computing offerings and promising use cases that can be further developed and supported by IBM in Maryland. IBM is looking for Talent\, Ideas\, Teams to move ideas forward – collaborations and partnerships. \nWhile Quantum computing is in its infancy\, it is a viable technology that is demonstrating supremacy over classical computing\, with computational power trillions of times faster than today’s most powerful super computers in certain calculations and potential use cases. \nEligiblity : \n\nIndividuals\, university students\, entrepreneurs\, and companies with less than 100 employees are eligible to participate in the Maryland Business Innovation Challenge – (MDBIC.org).\n\n\nIndividuals or Teams must be 18 or older\, a member of a Maryland based University and/or reside in Maryland – companies must have an office in Maryland.\n\nBe sure to dial in! Get Involved! Be Part of the Solution! \nPlease share with others in your network who can benefit. Spread the Word! \nThis will be a ZOOM Webinar. Links will be made available after registration.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-business-innovation-challenge-release-ibm/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210128T154755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T162444Z
UID:34920-1613556000-1613559600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:TEDCO Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:The MEDA Membership Committee along with Leadership Maryland is excited to announce our next Virtual Tour on February 17\, 2021! We will be joining our partners at the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (“TEDCO”)\, for a virtual tour of their investment funds\, programs and resources provided to Maryland-based technology companies. \nTEDCO is an independent instrumentality of the State of Maryland\, established by the Maryland General Assembly in 1998\, to facilitate the creation of businesses and support their growth in all regions of the State. TEDCO’s role is to be Maryland’s leading source of funding for early-stage\, technology-based businesses; to provide other business assistance to entrepreneurs throughout the State; and to foster technology transfer and commercialization from the State’s universities and Federal labs. TEDCO is leading innovation to market in Maryland and contributing to a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State through its various programs and funds. \nJoin us to hear how TEDCO provides Maryland entrepreneurs with funding\, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-virtual-tour/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210202T210227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T210227Z
UID:35137-1612872000-1612875600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MBIA Event: Info & Opportunities Lunchtime Zoom Series with Maryland Industrial Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Feb 9 | Noon to 1:00\nJoin the Maryland Business Innovation Association for our Monthly\nInfo & Opportunity Lunchtime Zoom Series.\nMBIA is thrilled to introduce MIPS Director\, Joe Naft who will explain how the Maryland Industrial Partnerships – MIPS\, brings together resources and financial support for university-based research projects – that that can move your innovation to the next level.\nBe sure to dial in to learn the facts about this nationally recognized initiative that has generated over 40 Billion in product sales revenue since it’s inception in 1987.\nFor 33 years\, MIPS has  been bringing the inventive minds and extensive laboratory resources of the University System of Maryland (USM) to help create new products that feed the growth of Maryland businesses. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87339158278  Webinar ID: 873 3915 8278 \niPhone one-tap : US: +13017158592
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mbia-event-info-opportunities-lunchtime-zoom-series-with-maryland-industrial-partnerships/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210128T135052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T135052Z
UID:34908-1611918000-1611921600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:County Executive Steuart Pittman to Join AAEDC CEO Ben Birge in Announcing New Minority Business Program in Anne Arundel County
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis\, Maryland (January 27\, 2021) – Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman will join AAEDC CEO Ben Birge to unveil a new initiative aimed at retaining and expanding small\, minority\, women and veteran owned businesses in Anne Arundel County.  \nWHO:            Steuart Pittman\, Anne Arundel County Executive \nBen Birge\, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nKeasha Haythe\, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nWill Holmes\, Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) \nJohnetta Thurston\, JDA Management Consulting \nCarlos “CJ” Santos\, Nemphos Braue LLC \nLaKia Bourne\, Synergy Accounting Services \nWHEN:           Friday\, January 29\, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. \nWHERE:         This will be a Zoom event livestreamed on Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation’s Facebook page.  Members of the media should RSVP to Allison Akers at aakers@aaedc.org to receive the Zoom login information. \n### \nABOUT THE ANNE ARUNDEL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION \nThe mission of the AAEDC is to serve as a catalyst for business growth in Anne Arundel County thereby increasing job opportunities\, expanding the tax base and improving quality of life.  By providing investment and technical assistance and fostering community revitalization initiatives\, the AAEDC plays a vital role in enhancing commercial districts\, improving county infrastructure\, increasing agriculture-based business and promoting high-value business sectors such as technology and national defense. News and updates are available on the corporation’s website www.ArundelBiz.org.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/county-executive-steuart-pittman-to-join-aaedc-ceo-ben-birge-in-announcing-new-minority-business-program-in-anne-arundel-county/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210107T142452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T142452Z
UID:34350-1610038800-1610042400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Goal Setting: Re-Monetizing Your Business Goals for the Post Disaster Era
DESCRIPTION:The 2020 Pandemic has altered the way we must look at our Business Goals. From personal and business outcomes that naturally impact our daily lives\, re-setting goals is something we certainly need to address in a much more thoughtful and strategic manner. We will discuss the process of re-setting our goals premised upon our actual experiences and converting those into our business.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/goal-setting-re-monetizing-your-business-goals-for-the-post-disaster-era/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20210106T164118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T164118Z
UID:34302-1610020800-1610026200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MBIA 2021 KICK OFF Meeting
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nOn January 7th  from Noon to 1:30 \nHear about the Great Things to Come in 2021! \n MBIA 2021 KICK OFF Meeting\nVirtual Zoom Event \nJoin MBIA and get to know TEDCO\, CEO  Troy LeMaile-Stovall.   Learn more about Troy’s  vision of re-imagining Maryland’s Innovation Ecosystem and TEDCO’s role in building a more dynamic\, collaborative\, supportive and inclusive community.   Q & A will round out that session. \nAdditionally\, you will get updates on the Maryland Business Innovation Challenge\, Founder City & EcoMap.  Learn how you\, your colleagues\, companies\, communities\, innovation centers and corporations can participate!   Join the Challenge! Get Involved! Stay Informed! \nZOOM LINK:     https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88238477257           \nOr iPhone one-tap:        US: +1 301 715 8592
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mbia-2021-kick-off-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20201028T191818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191818Z
UID:32784-1608208200-1608211800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: The Future of Transportation is Approaching at 311 MPH!
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Northeast Maglev \nNow more than ever\, investment in infrastructure projects is the key to economic recovery in the state and in the region. Northeast Maglev’s development of a superconducting maglev (SCMAGLEV) system\, starting with 15-minute service from Washington\, DC to Baltimore with an intermediate stop at BWI Marshall Airport\, is a project poised to employ thousands\, boost productivity\, and strengthen Maryland’s economy. The proven technology will also provide a more efficient and environmentally sound transportation option\, moving millions of cars off the road each year. Get an update from Northeast Maglev on a project that will undoubtedly transform how Marylanders live\, work\, and travel.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-the-future-of-transportation-is-approaching-at-311-mph/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20201130T210238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T210238Z
UID:33430-1608138000-1608145200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:FSC First Event: Progress on Purpose: 2020 Digital Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:FSC First invites you to Progress on Purpose! \nThis meeting serves to highlight our FY20 highlights\, and to celebrate those entities that are making a change in our community. This year\, we believe that pivoting was an overarching theme. From transitioning into telework mode\, managing projects\, and assisting in grant and loan programs for the county\, we believe our community had to learn how to pivot with a plan and purpose. We could not close out 2020 without acknowledging those businesses and entities that made a difference in their communities this year. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, December 16th at 5 p.m. for Progress on Purpose. We would love to see you there!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/fsc-first-event-progress-on-purpose-2020-digital-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20201028T191736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T191736Z
UID:32781-1608121800-1608123600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: LGIT Health: Savings\, Transparency & Control
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by LGIT Health \nHealth benefit costs keep rising. LGIT Health can put you in control! When you want the savings and control of a health insurance program\, turn to the Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT Health). Since 2010\, LGIT Health has specialized in helping employers save premium dollars while providing outstanding benefit coverage to their employees.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-lgit-health-savings-transparency-control/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181243
CREATED:20201110T214100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T180128Z
UID:32922-1607940000-1607945400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BGE's 6th Annual Energizing Business Growth Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our annual Energizing Business Growth Webinar. This year’s event will include a keynote address from Alicia Wilson\, VP for Economic Development\, Johns Hopkins University and Health System as well as a business spotlight panel discussion. A panel of industry leaders will discuss business resilience during the pandemic\, strategies for adapting to the new normal and success stories from eCommerce and other thriving industries.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/6th-annual-energizing-business-growth-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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