BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.medamd.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210826 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210828 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T202622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T151031Z UID:33663-1629936000-1630108799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:This multi-faceted course explores the core aspects of entrepreneurial and small business development including value-add partnerships\, technical assistance programs\, financing\, business incubation and more. Entrepreneurs and small businesses stimulate job creation\, develop crucial innovations in both products and services and promote the diversification of the economic base. In this course\, you will learn the financial and managerial tools economic developers use to create a climate that encourages entrepreneurial and small business development. Also\, practitioners will examine the barriers they face and how communities can leverage their economic development resources to build highly integrated networks to help businesses thrive in the global economy. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Identifying and addressing the needs of entrepreneurs\n• Defining urban v. rural-focused entrepreneurial and small business strategies\n• Managing technical assistance (e.g.\, economic gardening) programs\n• Development and management of business incubators\n• Understanding federal and state government resources (e.g.\, SBDCs)\n• Financing programs including micro-lending\, venture capital\, and angel networks\n• Creating a technical assistance tracking system to measure job growth and etc. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-entrepreneurial-and-small-business-development-strategies-2/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210831 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210902 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T202717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T151107Z UID:33665-1630368000-1630540799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Workforce Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:MEDA Members can attend at the IEDC Member rate. \nSkilled workers are the backbone of a productive and efficient economy. This versatile course explains the strong relationship between economic and workforce development through case studies\, practical examples\, and current research. Course participants will learn what programs currently leverage federal\, state\, and local financial resources to support workforce development. Learn about what collaborative programs will help upgrade the skills of your community’s existing workforce. Other topics of discussion will include: talent attraction\, K-12 development and integration\, occupational analysis\, target industry clusters\, and more. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Reviewing the core components of the workforce development system\n• Availability of funding sources at the local\, state and federal levels\n• Accessing Department of Labor grants and initiatives (e.g.\, WIRED)\n• Understanding occupational data analysis and career pathways\n• Assessing qualifications\, skills and abilities of current workforce\n• Recruitment and retention of a skilled labor force\n• The role of higher education in workforce and economic development\n• New alliances\, new models and best practices in regional & local initiatives URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-https-www-iedconline-org-events-2021-08-31-training-course-online-training-course-workforce-development-strategies/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210918 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T202824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T202824Z UID:33667-1631664000-1631923199@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Economic Development Credit Analysis DESCRIPTION:This hands-on course presents business financing tools and available private financing options\, as well as how the public sector can complement bank financing. You will learn how to stimulate private sector investment that results in the creation of permanent\, private sector jobs and increased productivity. Course participants will also perform credit analysis by determining how well a company buys and sells to make a profit. Learn how to read financial reports\, financial statements\, balance sheets and profit and loss statements. Enroll now to understand the basics of structuring deals for small businesses that often combine public and private sector financing programs. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Business credit analysis and deal structuring/restructuring\n• Credit risk\, maturity risk\, rate risk and liquidity\n• Determining if a firm is productive and profitable\n• Analysis of small business lending programs\n• Negotiation and loan packaging options\n• Review lending programs\n• Overview of real estate financing and lending tools URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-credit-analysis-3/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211104 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T202951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T202951Z UID:33669-1635811200-1635983999@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Neighborhood Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:This practitioner-driven course uses the case study method to complement current neighborhood development theory. Participants will learn how to identify the major neighborhood actors\, their objectives\, and strategies for redevelopment\, in addition to understanding the process for creating a strategic economic development plan to meet the neighborhood development goals. Specifically\, this course will examine social capital (e.g.\, linkages\, networks\, talent\, etc.)\, environmental capital (e.g.\, stewardship\, residual management\, etc.) and economic capital (e.g.\, investment and reinvestment) facing distressed neighborhoods and offer solutions to address local needs. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Asset creation\, wealth creation\, and enterprise development & expansion\n• Housing development\, real estate speculation\, and tax-base stabilization\n• Public and private sector role in combating inner city unemployment\n• Examining historical and current neighborhood trends\n• Performing leakage assessments and gap analyses\n• Aligning strategic plans for multiple neighborhood groups\n• Understanding the underserved needs for banking and grocery\n• Working with media to share success stories URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-neighborhood-development-strategies/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211106 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T210212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T210212Z UID:33678-1635984000-1636156799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Real Estate Development and Reuse DESCRIPTION:This course clearly articulates the eight stage process for real estate development and reuse. Specifically\, course participants will learn the fundamentals of market and site analysis\, financial feasibility\, and what political considerations are required to move a development project from conception to realization. Additionally\, this course will cover a wide variety of financing tools that are available at the local\, regional\, and state levels\, including tax increment financing\, bond financing\, tax credits\, tax abatements\, land assembly\, and brownfield redevelopment. Multiple in-class case studies will be used to help participants work through actual financial and regulatory problems. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Housing\, retail\, office\, industrial\, hotel\, and mixed use development\n• The regulatory and approval process including zoning and permitting\n• Assessing community involvement and political feasibility\n• Public\, private and nonprofit financial modeling\n• Understanding the pro forma operating statement structure\n• Property valuation and capitalization rates\n• Brownfield redevelopment phase structure and liability\n• Request for qualification/proposal process URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-real-estate-development-and-reuse-2/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20211104T143602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T143602Z UID:42859-1636538400-1636542000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:FSC First Event: Accessing Valuable Partnerships DESCRIPTION:The FOURTH session of the How to Get A Yes Series is happening on November 10th at 10 am. This FREE workshop will help small business owners identify which types of partnerships to seek assistance from including the FSC loan pool\, and resources from the local (county)\, state\, and federal levels. Guest speakers for this event include Malcolm Slovin with SCORE\, and Alicia Moran with the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation (PGCEDC). \nThe Capital Matters program is a free\, virtual\, seminar series that allows businesses to gain access to tips and strategies to convert financing needs into a successful loan application\, and to gain access to complimentary counseling and technical assistance. In collaboration with the Prince George’s County Economic Development Program (PGCEDC)\, through this program\, we hope this levels the playing field for companies who are committed to operating a sustainable business in Prince George’s County.  Participating in the seminar series will give attendees access to subject matter experts who are open and willing to help businesses and their financing needs. \nAdditionally\, for all sessions in the Capital Matters Series\, there will be a 50% reduction on the loan application fee to anyone who submits a complete loan application (in accordance with our checklist) within 30 days of attending the FSC First-sponsored webinars. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/fsc-first-event-accessing-valuable-partnerships/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20211111T210309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211111T210309Z UID:42986-1637143200-1637146800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:FCS First Event: Preparing for Efficient Loan Closing DESCRIPTION:If there is a loan closing in your future\, there are important steps you can do now to be proactive and prepared. This workshop will help you avoid or reduce delays and keep the closing process moving forward. \nAfter completion of this workshop\, learners will have a better understanding of how the pitfalls that might be associated with the loan closing process and how to make sure that it goes smoothly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor all sessions in the Capital Matters Series\, there will be a 50% reduction on the loan application fee to anyone who submits a complete loan application (in accordance with our checklist) within 30 days of attending the FSC First-sponsored webinars. Contact us today for more information!  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/fcs-first-event-preparing-for-efficient-loan-closing/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20201203T210610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T210610Z UID:33680-1638403200-1638575999@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Foreign Direct Investment and Exporting DESCRIPTION:This course teaches the core components of bringing the world economy to your community’s front door. Foreign direct investment (FDI) and exporting are now essential components of a local economic development strategy. Attendees will learn how to attract foreign investors\, from identifying targeted sectors to engaging new business. They will also explore how to facilitate exports in their community\, with an emphasis on how existing federal and state programs can assist. The course will cover all aspects of doing business with foreign entities\, from cultural differences to tax and financing issues. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Understanding how the federal government specifically supports EDOs in pursuit of FDI and growing exports\, especially among smallto medium-sized businesses\n• In-depth coverage of how to make the most of trade shows and trade missions\, including working with elected officials and dealing with the press\n• Explanation of why an investor would be interested in setting up operations in the U.S.\, and the means by which they may undertake investment\, from mergers and acquisitions to new greenfield development\n• Private and public financing programs that ensure exporters of any size have access to capital and insurance\n• How foreign business climates differ from that of the U.S.\, and how to navigate in new markets as well as welcome different cultures into your community\n• Review of trade policy\, including what steps can be taken if a company encounters trade barriers such as tariffs or unnecessary regulation URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-foreign-direct-investment-and-exporting/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T103000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20211207T132240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T132240Z UID:43480-1639042200-1639045800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:PATHWAYS TO BUSINESS GROWTH & EXPANSION – PERMITTING – YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE DESCRIPTION:Looking to grow and expand your business in Prince George’s County?  Come hear from permitting\, licensing and economic development experts to better understand how to successfully reach your build out and Use and Occupancy goals. Gain a clear understanding of how to navigate the business licensing and permitting processes for private properties\, commercial properties\, and home-based businesses\, as well as fire and food safety processes.  Learn how to better plan for and calculate business expansion costs and timelines. \nJoin PGCEDC for this Lerch Early Brewer sponsored program  “PATHWAYS TO BUSINESS GROWTH & EXPANSION – PERMITTING – YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE” \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VelWTw-nThi5nld3ZechSg \nLearn from: \n\nNicole Reece\, Business Development Office\, DPIE\, Director’s Office\nClarence Moseley\, Permits Center Manager\, DPIE Permits & License Division\nJames Reilly\, Contract Project Coordinator III\, Office of the Fire Marshall\nMyra Leonard\, DPIE Environmental Health Specialist\, Health Plan Review Section Supervisor\nDebra Freeman\, Chief of Food Protection\, Prince George’s County Department of Health\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to Avoid common pitfalls by walking through the licensing and permitting process with step-by-steps insights\nHow the new online portals and expedited processes can save you time and money\nMore about the 3rd Party review process\nThe inspector’s role\, and food and fire safety processes URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/pathways-to-business-growth-expansion-permitting-you-dont-have-to-do-it-alone/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220228T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220216T153542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T153542Z UID:44582-1646069400-1646076600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Social Capital Building DESCRIPTION:Join us for at the Social Capital for EntreSuccess (SCES) Academy to join a cohort of other entrepreneurs and business owner to learn and practice the key skill of building social capital. \nDuring this 5-week\, two hour per week program\, you will: \n– Increase social capital to take your business to the next level \n– Learn about business development programs\, services and opportunities \n– Grow your revenue and profit margins through connections and resources \nA lack of social capital — networks of relationships with potential investors\, seasoned advisors and reputable contractors — is a major reason why 90 percent of small businesses fail\, according to Dun and Bradstreet\, the business data research firm. \nGiven the statistics\, there’s no denying the importance of social capital in driving your business or social venture to the top. With access to social capital\, small businesses and entrepreneurs can capitalize on the valuable information\, tools\, and resources they need for success. \nThe SCES Academy is a one-of-a-kind\, five-week program designed to help entrepreneurs increase their social capital with key “Opportunity Guides” – experts in marketing\, sales\, contract procurement\, law\, accounting\, business development\, hiring\, financing\, and more – the people who can help your businesses grow. \nThe SCES Academy will meet at the Maryland Innovation Center from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM each Monday starting Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28. You will also have access to the opportunity HUB and personal mentoring following the program. The cost of the program is normally $495 but due to a generous donation from Howard County\, the BRITE program will cover most of the cost and the registration is only $25 for Howard County based businesses or residents. Registration for Maryland residents and businesses outside Howard County is $100. \nThis program is part of the Howard County\, Maryland Innovation Center BRITE (Business Revitalization Initiative Through Entrepreneurship) program and is underwritten by a generous grant from Howard County and is powered by the Howard County Economic Development Authority. The program is conducted by Social Capital Builders\, an organization dedicated to teaching people and organizations about the power of social capital and support them in using it to improve economic opportunities. \nPlease note\, this is a 5 series event\, held on Feb. 28\, Mar. 7\, Mar. 14\, Mar. 21 and Mar. 28. Registration is limited and will close on Feb. 27. This event will be held in person. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/social-capital-building/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220218T144710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T144710Z UID:44631-1646845200-1646852400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Federal Contracting: Closing the Deal Course DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/federal-contracting-closing-the-deal-course/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220323T220813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T154122Z UID:45637-1652427000-1652445000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Save the Date for the Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar DESCRIPTION:Miles & Stockbridge Special Event \nThe 20th annual Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar is coming soon! This year’s seminar\, to be held May 13 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel\, will feature the latest on topics such as: \n  \n\n       COVID compliance update – health and safety\, leave\, vaccination policies\, etc.\n       Telecommuting and related issues: privacy\, security\, wage and pay\, tax\, etc.\n       Federal\, state and local legislation update\n       Mental health in the workplace\n\n  \nPlease mark your calendars now to join our Labor\, Employment\, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group for this well-attended event. The seminar will provide HRCI Business and SHRM credits. \n  \nRegister here. We look forward to seeing you on May 13. \nSave the Date! \nFriday\, May 13 | 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nBaltimore Marriott Waterfront\n700 Aliceanna St\, Baltimore\, MD URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/save-the-date-for-the-hot-topics-in-employment-law-seminar/ LOCATION:Baltimore Marriott Waterfront CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220607 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220426T175105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T175356Z UID:46549-1654473600-1654559999@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Maryland Word Class Consortia Hosts Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program DESCRIPTION:Maryland Word Class Consortia’s  “Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program” \nJune 6\, 2022 \n  \nThe Maryland World Class Consortia (MWCC) is pleased to bring you the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification in partnership with the Dr. Mikel J. Harry Six Sigma Management Institute (SSMI). \nThe Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program of Study is intended to develop technical leaders that are capable of propelling their respective organizations toward best-in-class status by reducing costs\, improving cycle times\, eliminating defects\, eliminating variation and significantly increasing customer satisfaction. \nGreen Belts are highly trained practitioners who possess the technical knowledge and skills that are necessary to facilitate breakthrough improvements in key processes that support the overall business aims and operational goals of an enterprise. \nCommitment \nThis 20-week Green Belt Course will require a five (5) hour weekly commitment.  The actual task-time will vary.  The program’s webinar schedule for the Blended Learning model will be assigned by the facilitator and the students based on their availability. \nProgram Cost \nThe fee for the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program is $1995 per person and includes a free one-year membership to the MWCC (a $1250 value).  This tuition covers all academic modules and course training material.  Students will receive a training guide in the form of Summary Slides that review each module in the form PDF files. \nParticipants who successfully complete the program will be presented with a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate. \nCOMPLETE COURSE DESCRIPTION HERE\n \n\nTRAINING FUNDS \nMaryland manufacturing & technology companies can be eligible for 50% reimbursement of the program training costs.  Please contact Joyce La Padula at 410-960-3785 or via email at joyce@leanmaryland.com for reimbursement criteria. \nWho Should Attend? \nThe LSSGB Program is appropriate for workers at all levels in the organization.  This structured program provides guidance for change agents the organization may be underutilizing.  No prior exposure to Lean Six Sigma is required.  Candidates would enjoy solving problems\, working with data as well as working in a project-based\, team-oriented environment. \nPrerequisites \nBasic arithmetic skills are essential (addition\, subtraction\, multiplication\, division\, fractions\, decimals). Basic computer skills are also essential. In this context\, a rudimentary understanding of Excel is highly recommended. \nQuestions? \nIf you have questions about this program\, contact MWCC Managing Director\, Joyce La Padula (410-960-3785). URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-word-class-consortia-hosts-lean-six-sigma-green-belt-program/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Education,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220223T045300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T212058Z UID:44667-1658739600-1659027600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2022 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course DESCRIPTION:2022 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course\nJuly 25 – July 28 –  Virtual \nCourse Daily Schedule \n** Scroll down to register ** \nWhether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher\,  the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts\, strategies\, and tools needed to be successful in today’s complex economic environment. This essential course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities\, and assist them in gaining capacity-building skills\, resources\, and networks to accelerate economic development. \nNew This Year – An All-Virtual Course!\nIn previous years\, our 4-day Basic Course was held in Baltimore\, which required travel expenses\, time away from home\, and extra planning and organization. With our all-virtual course this year\, you can learn it all from the comfort of your own home\, making it the perfect accessible\, efficient and cost-saving way to take in the fundamentals of economic development. We have excellent instructors lined up to teach\, and you’ll get to meet and network with other participants… all virtually! \nThis course will be offered online (via Zoom). Please note that the time zone is Eastern Time (ET). \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nGrow your skills and understanding of economic development foundational elements\nBest practices in economic and community development\nManaging an economic development program\nFinancing economic development projects and using incentives\nExplore new methods and programs to promote job growth and investment\nBusiness retention and expansion\nMarketing and business attraction\nDiscuss emerging trends and factors that shape local and regional economies\nEthics in economic development\nGain detailed knowledge of successful initiatives\nStrategic planning\nSmall business and entrepreneurship\nTools for planning your economy and how to use them.\nResearching your prospects and building a community data profile.\nReal estate development and reuse \nNeighborhood revitalization\nManaging real estate inventory.\nDevelop a valuable network of fellow economic development professionals and resources\nLearn from outstanding experts and practitioners in the field\n\nWho Should Take the Course?\nThe Basic Economic Development Course is designed for community leaders and stakeholders who participate in the process of community and economic development at local\, regional\, state and federal levels. Typical attendees include: \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic development practitioners\nBusiness leaders\nCommunity volunteers\nPublic utility personnel\nGovernment agency staff\nReal estate professionals\nChambers of commerce members\nBusiness development professionals\nCooperative extension personnel\nPlanning and development agencies\nBankers and financial institution professionals\nCommunity development organization professionals\nMunicipal\, town and county government elected and appointed officials\nOthers interested in facilitating job creation and capital investment in their community\, region or state\n\n\n\n\n\nYour First Step Toward Certification\nFor those seeking national certification\, the Economic Development Basic Course is the first requirement in the process of becoming a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). This Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the CEcD exam. CEcD certification through the IEDC is a national recognition that denotes a mastery of principal skills in economic development\, professional attainment\, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. \nLofton Scholarships for MEDA Members\nMembers of MEDA can apply for a Lofton Scholarship to cover the tuition for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in full.  MEDA’s Lofton Scholarship exists to support the growth of professional skills and knowledge by economic development practitioners in Maryland. \nApply for the Lofton Scholarship before you register for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course. Upon acceptance\, you will be given a discount code to use with your registration. Last day to apply for the Lofton Scholarship for the Basic Course is July 17.  NOTE: Deadline has passed. \nDetails\nThe 2022 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held July 25 – July 28 (virtually) from approximately 9am to 5pm Eastern Time.  \nTuition is: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$590 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)\n$765  for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today!\n** Scroll down to register ** \n\nInstructors\n\n \n \n \n \n Jamie Williams\, CEcD\n \n Jamie Williams\, CEcD\, is the Director of Kent County Economic & Tourism Development. Williams began Economic Development work with Kent County seven years ago\, and achieved her Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification in October of 2019. Previous work included 20 years at a Millwork Distributor where she filled many positions\, office manager for a local land surveyor\, and administrative work in the County Commissioners Office. Her previous experience working for a large employer and a small business served her well in working with the business community. \nWilliams is a member of the Maryland Economic Development Association and serves as MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Sandy Dubay\, CEcD\n \n Sandy Dubay\, CEcD is the CEO and Founder of PPR Strategies\, as well as a publicist\, marketing consultant\, public speaker\, spokesperson\, and public relations team leader. \nSandy is passionate about helping communities in the mid-Atlantic region grow and diversify their economies and job opportunities for residents. She brings her expertise in communications\, social media\, marketing\, economic development\, and tourism to help clients create & implement customized communications plans right for them. \nSandy is a graduate of Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Science in economics and business administration. She previously served as a Research Specialist at the Jefferson County Development Authority in Charles Town\, WV and most recently as a Business Development Specialist in the Frederick County Office of Economic Development in Frederick\, MD. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Lara Fritts\, CEcD\n \n Lara Fritts is a certified economic developer with over 25 years of experience in economic development\, management\, and technology. Her experience spans city and regional levels in both the public and private sectors. \nMost recently Lara served as the President and CEO of the Greater Richmond Partnership (GRP)\, the national and international sales team which serves as the lead regional economic development organization. GRP is a public/private\, non-profit that represents the city of Richmond and counties of Chesterfield\, Hanover and Henrico in the 1.4 million population of the Richmond MSA in Virginia. \nPrior to her role with GRP\, Lara was the Director of Salt Lake City’s Department of Economic Development (SLC DED) where she oversaw three divisions – Business Development\, the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City and the Salt Lake City Arts Council. Under her leadership\, the Department worked to bring more than 30 new companies to Salt Lake City including UPS\, Amazon\, Stadler Rail\, and others totaling over 9\,000 jobs and nearly a billion dollars in capital investment. \nBefore relocating to Salt Lake City\, Lara managed several economic development organizations in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region over the last three decades including President and CEO of the Annapolis Economic Development Corporation; Executive Director of the Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation (SFDC); Executive Director of the Greater Rockville Partnership; and the President and CEO of the Washington\, D.C.\, Technology Council. \nKnown for her strengths in strategic planning\, collaboration\, marketing\, and leadership\, Lara currently serves on the board of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Lara holds a Master’s in Urban Studies from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee\, and a Bachelor’s degree in Regional Analysis from the University of Wisconsin at Green Bay. \nLara was the recipient of Consultant Connect’s Top 50 Economic Developers in 2019 and was named a Fellow Member of the International Economic Development Council in 2020 which honors economic development professionals for attaining unusual stature in their field and closely-related disciplines. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Gramm\, CEcD\n MEDA Past President\n Heather Gramm joined the Maryland Department of Commerce as Senior Director of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship in June 2019. In this role\, she oversees the development and implementation of the state’s efforts to grow the strategic industries of biohealth and life sciences\, cybersecurity and aerospace\, manufacturing\, energy and agriculture. In addition\, she oversees Commerce’s strategic initiatives for entrepreneurship\, small business\, and workforce development. \nPrior to this role\, she served as Deputy Director for the Frederick County Office of Economic Development overseeing the county’s business development efforts\, including business attraction\, retention and expansion\, small and minority business development strategies\, as well as industry-sector development in the county’s targeted sectors. \nHeather has more than 17 years of experience in municipal\, county and state economic development in a variety of roles including business development\, community development and downtown revitalization. She earned a B.A. in Business Administration from Hood College and the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification through IEDC. She serves as President of the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Board of Directors. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Taylor \n \n Dan Taylor is the Managing Director of Business and Neighborhood Development at the Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC). Since joining BDC in 2013 he has managed the disposition and redevelopment process for more than two dozen city-owned properties\, and has worked on real estate and economic development projects in commercial areas throughout Baltimore. Dan has led BDC’s small business & neighborhood response to the COVID-19 crisis and has been BDC’s lead on the development of Harbor Point\, Downtown’s Westside\, and redevelopment of the Inner Harbor. He manages a 20-person team that assists businesses and developers throughout the City. \nDan holds a Masters of Community Planning Degree from the University of Maryland\, and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Michigan\, where he was a dual-major in Economics and Political Science. Dan has lived in Baltimore City since 2007 and currently resides in the Hampden neighborhood. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Wynne Briscoe\n \n Wynne is a graduate of University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice\, Minor in Business and Concentration in Business Law. Wynne has over 30 years of entrepreneurship and business ownership experience to include retail\, professional services\, technology and manufacturing. Since 2001\, Wynne has successfully consulted and advised thousands of entrepreneurs\, businesses and non-profit organizations. She is known for her creativity and innovation in the development of new businesses by offering in-depth experience and assisting them from concept to profitability to exit strategy. Wynne has a passion to work with Young Entrepreneurs. She enjoys coaching and mentoring youth towards years of success\, while helping them realize business ownership and self-employment as a viable career option. Wynne is establishing a young entrepreneurship mentoring program and summer camp for youth to start and thrive as successful business owners. \nThe United States Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship requested Wynne testify in person on Capitol Hill on Thursday\, March 12\, 2020 at a hearing for “The Coronavirus and America’s Small Business Supply Chain.” Her testimony before the United States Senate was broadcasted live via C-SPAN as a Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert representing the Maryland Small Business Development Center. Her proposal solution was adapted into the 2020 CARES Act Legislation. Maryland Department of Commerce and MD Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MD MEP) utilized Wynne’s US Senate proposed solution to develop a Maryland Made Directory for manufactures/suppliers/buyers to provide a platform for maintaining a supply chain within the State of Maryland. \nIn July of 2020\, Wynne was appointed Regional Director for the Maryland Small Business Development Center – Southern Maryland Region.\nSince 2016 she has worked with the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Maryland Small Business Development Center – Southern Maryland Regional Office as the Business\, Management\, Technology & Manufacturing Consultant and consults select industries Statewide. She also enjoys assisting the Retail and Resta urant industries as they often have the highest failure rates among business types and need additional support or guidance to ensure success. Wynne is an AASBC Certified Business Consultant and a Certified Technology Business Consultant from the Institute for Technology Commercialization at University of Houston. As the SBDC Technology Liaison for the Southern Maryland Region\, she has assisted in taking technological concepts through the technical and intellectual commercialization process to mass market. As the Maryland SBDC Statewide Manufacturing Consultant\, she has assisted startup entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 companies. \nDuring the America’s Small Business Development National Center Conference in Long Beach\, California – Wynne was awarded the top honor of Maryland State Star recognizing her as the top business consultant in Maryland for 2019. \nThe County Commissioners of St. Mary’s County presented Wynne with the 2019 Small Business Proclamation which acknowledges the contributions made by small businesses to the economic growth and quality of life locally\, in the State of Maryland in the United States. \nWynne was presented the “Power of One” Award in 2018 from the NAACP St. Mary’s County Branch “For Excellence in Entrepreneurship\, Small Business Ownership and Development” with St. Mary’s County and the surrounding region. \nWynne was awarded the 2017 Maryland Governor’s Citation in Recognizing Small\, Minority and Women-Owned Businesses.\n“Ms. Briscoe’s enthusiasm and drive for small business growth is infectious. Always ready to lend a hand and genuinely deserving of the St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development’s nomination for the Governor’s Citation recognizing small\, minority and women-owned businesses.” Robin Finnacom\, Former Deputy Director\, St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development. \nWynne received the Southern Maryland Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction “Igniting Innovative Inspirations” Award during their 2017 Women’s Empowerment Day event where she was a keynote speaker. \nWynne founded Forever Eden Organics in 2010 as Maryland’s second Certified Organic Bodycare Manufacture with a commercial production facility located in California\, MD. Creating and overseeing the entire production process of over 55 exclusive organic products which are enjoyed by customers globally. She is also proficient in the health and wellness industry and has assisted many naturopathic and holistic entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. \nIn 2007 Wynne became a Licensed Maryland Real Estate Agent with Century 21 New Millennium. She has assisted many first-time homebuyers by helping them realize their American Dream is possible and handholding them through the entire home ownership process. Wynne also enjoys commercial real estate and has helped many small businesses with architectural designs\, site selection locations\, commercial leases\, purchases\, construction build outs\, layouts and merchandising. \nWynne is highly engaged in the Southern Maryland community and the Maryland Small Business Eco-System.\nProfessionally\, she is the former Chairwoman of the St. Mary’s County Government Economic Development Commission (County Commissioners Appointed)\, Chairwoman of the St. Mary’s County NAACP Economic Development Committee\, Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce Regional Vice President\, St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador\, Official Brand Ambassador for the Potomac Jazz and Seafood Festival\, Southern Maryland Liaison for the Maryland Million Women Mentor & STEM Initiative\, Ambassador for the Dream Queen Association\, Mentor for Gals Lead Teen Mentoring Progr am\, Facilitator of Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University\, College of Southern Maryland Business Course Instructor\, Maryland Small Business Development Center Diversity and Inclusion Task Force Member\, Member of the University of Maryland Alumni Association\, Planning Team Member for the Southern Maryland Innovates\, Workshop Facilitator and Mentor for the SOMD STEM-ING Teen Girl Program\, Mentor and Program Facilitator for the St. Mary’s County Public Schools Future Business Leaders of America Program and College of Southern Maryland Technology Council Board Member. \nPersonally\, her passion is growing her relationship with God\, always willing to help others\, and assisting the local homeless shelters and food banks. In addition to serving her local community\, Wynne loves the beach\, traveling\, modeling\, baseball\, reading and spending time with her large family and loving friends! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Amy Seitz\n \n Amy Seitz has nearly twenty years of professional experience in both private and public sector enterprises. She was formerly the Director of Community Access & Partnership for the Division of Neighborhood Revitalization within the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Ms. Seitz was responsible for maintaining and cultivating relationships statewide with key stakeholders in community and economic development. In her role\, she was responsible for strengthening and expanding the marketplace for the Division’s programmatic services and technical assistance including oversight of tax credit and grant programs totaling $5 million. Additionally\, Ms. Seitz also served as the Statewide Coordinator for the Main Street Maryland program and State Leader for Keep Maryland Beautiful.\nPrior to joining DHCD\, Ms. Seitz worked as the Director of Development and Communications for Preservation Maryland and worked as the Executive Director for Hampden Village Main Street in Baltimore City. Ms. Seitz’s wide-ranging knowledge in strategic planning\, public relations\, marketing and economic development also includes work at the Howard County Economic Development Authority.\nMs. Seitz received her Bachelor’s degree in Historic Preservation from the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg\, VA. Her professional development includes the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Preservation Leadership certification and the Maryland Association of Nonprofits Standards of Excellence certification for nonprofit management. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Latrice Lewis\n \n Latrice Lewis is a Business and Employment Consultant and ReEntry Project Manager with Frederick County Workforce Services a proud partner of The American Job Center Network! She has over 15 years in Business Development and Career & Workforce Development. She has a unique perspective on Workforce and Economic Development having spent time in both private and public sector positions\, as well as the Frederick County Public School system. \nLatrice’s primary focus is partnering with the Frederick County (FC) business community to assist with their workforce development needs: recruitment\, staff development/training and LMI. She works with small-to-very large organizations in the FC community. She also works closely with an under-served population in our community of Justice-Involved citizens. \nLatrice has had opportunities to share her expertise with such organizations as the United Way of Fredrick County\, The Local Management Board (Office of Children & Families)\, Hood College Leadership Program\, Mountain Manor Treatment Center\, and other local schools and colleges – she has earned a reputation for being a “Trusted Business Advisor” in the Frederick County community. \nLatrice is passionate about serving the Frederick County community and ensuring both businesses and citizens are aware of all the resources available to maximize their success. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Richard Griffin\, AICP\, CEcD \n MEDA Vice President\n Mr. Griffin has served as Director of Economic Development for the City of Frederick\, Maryland since 2002. An urban planner and economic developer with 25 years of experience\, Richard has worked at the city\, county\, and regional level in Maryland\, Virginia\, South Carolina and Washington. \nDuring his tenure in Frederick he has overseen several million in public and private revitalization including the design and development of award-winning Carroll Creek Park and million’s in renovations and new infill development delivering jobs tax base in downtown. \nHis previous assignments include serving as the executive director of the Downtown Frederick Partnership\, Program Manager of Comprehensive Planning for Loudoun County\, Virginia and Senior Regional Planner for the Appalachian Council of Governments \, and on the district staff of US Representative James McClure Clarke (11th NC).. \nMr. Griffin holds degrees from Western Carolina University and Clemson University. He serves on the Board for the Downtown Frederick Partnership\, the Frederick Innovative Technology Center\, Inc. and others. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Sharon Disque\, CEcD\n \n Sharon Disque is the Economic Development Manager for the City of Gaithersburg\, Maryland. She has more than 30 years of experience in economic development\, including business park development\, real estate sales and leasing\, corporate site selection\, community strategic planning\, marketing and market analysis\, and downtown redevelopment. Before joining the City of Gaithersburg\, Sharon ran a community development corporation\, provided real estate consulting services for clients in Maryland and West Virginia\, and was Regional Director of Industrial Development for CSX Transportation. She began her career with the Hagerstown-Washington County Economic Development Commission. Sharon earned a Master’s in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s in Economics from the University of Virginia. She is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Primosch\n \n In his current role as Vice President of Financial Services for the Anne Arundel Economic\nDevelopment Corporation\, Steve is responsible for managing the\, Arundel Community\nReinvestment Fund\, Anne Arundel Incentive Fund\, the Next Stage Fund and the VOLT Fund.\nSteve is responsible for managing financial services staff and developing the protocols and\nprocesses used to manage the flow of applications for all of the corporation’s lending programs\,\nfrom origination and underwriting to the closing and servicing of loans. Steve oversees a\nportfolio of approximately 100 small business loans totaling approximately $7 million.\nSteve has more than a decade of finance and lending experience. Prior to arriving at AAEDC\,\nhe served as Vice President of Private Business Banking for BankAnnapolis. Previous to that\,\nhe was at the Harbor Bank of Maryland for four years as Vice President and Commercial\nLending Officer.\nSteve holds an MBA and a bachelors degree in marketing\, both from Frostburg State University.\nSteve has served on the Board of several non-profit organizations including the Maryland\nEconomic Development Association Foundation\, Maryland Economic Development Association\,\nArundel Child Care Connections\, and the Maryland Commercial Lenders Lending Association. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Fritts\, CEcD\n \n Chief Operating Officer\, Community Redevelopment — Lara Fritts is a certified economic developer with over 25 years of experience in economic development\, management\, and technology. Her experience spans city and regional levels in both the public and private sectors assisting companies to execute their location strategies or development projects while helping communities achieve their goals. She has an expertise in building economic development organizations for elected officials having started six public-private partnerships/departments. \nLara has an extensive economic development background\, having held positions in Wisconsin\, Maryland\, Washington\, DC\, Virginia and Utah. As the Director of Salt Lake City’s Department of Economic Development (SLC DED) she was the architect of developing an economic development department where she oversaw three divisions – Business Development\, the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City and the Salt Lake City Arts Council. In three years\, she worked to bring more than 30 new companies to Salt Lake City including UPS\, Amazon\, Stadler Rail\, and others totaling over 9\,000 jobs and nearly a billion dollars in capital investment. With her team she helped to deploy over $44 million into an affordable housing strategy creating over 3500 units throughout the city. \nKnown as a community vitality champion she has strengths in economic recovery\, affordable housing\, strategic planning\, tax credits and incentives\, and organizational development. She is a sought-after speaker and consultant on real estate\, community revitalization\, and economic development finance. Lara gives back to the economic development profession by co-moderating Clubhouse discussions on economic development topics. Lara has a Master’s in Urban Studies from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee\, and a Bachelor’s degree in Regional Analysis from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay. \nLara is the recipient of Consultant Connect’s Top 50 Economic Developers from 2019 and was named a Fellow Member of the International Economic Development Council in 2020 which honors economic development professionals for attaining unusual stature in their field and closely-related disciplines. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Trish Heidenreich\, CEcD\n MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair\n Trish Heidenreich has served as the Economic Development Director for the Town of Bel Air since 2006. Prior to joining the Town\, Trish worked in real estate administration and held a 25-year career in the entertainment industry\, specializing in concert production logistics\, business development and marketing. \nTrish sits on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) and is Co-Chair of MEDA’s Professional Development Committee. Trish holds a Certification in Economic Development (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in Washington and is a member of the Board of Directors. In addition to her certification\, she holds a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Communications and Television Production from Concordia University in Montreal\, Canada. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-meda-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220913 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220307T184606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T184606Z UID:45177-1662940800-1663027199@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MWCC: 2022 Lean Facilitator Certification Program DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR FALL 2022 \n\nLean Facilitator Certification Program \n(Qualifies for 50% training reimbursement.  See ** below for details.) \n  \nSince 2005\, the Maryland World Class Consortia has trained and certified hundreds through our  flagship program\, the Lean Facilitator Certification Program (LFCP).  LFCP is designed to grow your internal lean transformation specialists. This intensive four month curriculum is aimed at developing the abilities of your employees to identify\, plan\, execute\, and sustain continuous improvement activities and projects. \nOur curriculum is aligned to the national Lean Certification’s Body of Knowledge\, and LFCP students can optionally pursue their Lean Bronze Certification through the course\, which is jointly sponsored by ASQ/AME/Shingo Institute/SME.  More information about SME Lean Certification is available online at www.sme.org/leancert. \n  \nJoin the hundreds of LFCP graduates who are delivering millions of dollars of improvement value to their organizations. Build your personal lean leadership and continuous improvement capabilities! \nThis course can be taken “in-house” by one company or conducted with a minimum of 10 participants and hosted at participating companies for the four-week course. \nContact Joyce La Padula for more information at joyce@leanmaryland.com or 410-960-3785. \nComplete program description can be found here. \n**We are excited to announce that through a grant from the Maryland Department of Commerce\, this training is eligible for 50% reimbursement of the program training costs if you are a Maryland manufacturing or technology company.  Certain eligibility requirements must be met.  (This reimbursement is subject to availability of funding and adequate appropriation.) Please contact Joyce La Padula at 410-960-3785 or via email at joyce@leanmaryland.com for details.  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-2022-lean-facilitator-certification-program/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220912T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220823T205646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T205647Z UID:49512-1662973200-1662991200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO Tech Fair DESCRIPTION:Event by partner of Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) \nVisit event website for event info and sign up: https://expo.tedco.md URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-tech-fair/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220927T212710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T212853Z UID:50115-1664895600-1664910000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Chesapeake College Job Fair DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/chesapeake-college-job-fair/ LOCATION:Chesapeake College\, Eastern Shore Higher Education Center\, Room HEC-110\, Wye Mills\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221011T183926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T183954Z UID:50319-1665655200-1665662400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Latinos in Tech Webinar DESCRIPTION:The Governor’s Office of Small\, Minority & Women Business Affairs \nin collaboration with \nTEDCO \ninvites you to join us in this webinar celebrating \nLatinos in Tech\nThursday\, October 13\, 2022\n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nJoin us in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month\, as we present a panel discussion from some of Maryland’s emerging Hispanic-owned tech firms.\nLearn more about Latinos In Tech and their amazing journey\, achievements\, and best practices helping them lead by example and forging a path of success. Find out why Latino-owned employer tech firms now represent 19% of the industry\, outpacing non-Latino-owned employer firms\, which are only 14%. (The 2021 State of Latino Entrepreneurship Report (SOLE)\, by LBAN and the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative). \nIn addition\, learn how TEDCO enhances economic empowerment by fostering an inclusive and entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies\, invests in\, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland. \nhttps://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MDGOMA/bulletins/32c25f2 URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/latinos-in-tech-webinar/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Networking,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221004T145944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T145945Z UID:50204-1666116000-1666123200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics: A Small Business Essentials Seminar DESCRIPTION:Learn from an industry professional about the key elements to structuring\, running\, and growing your business. \nThis seminar is VIRTUAL. \n  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-plan-basics-a-small-business-essentials-seminar-tickets-372211593897?aff=ebdsoporgprofile URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/business-plan-basics-a-small-business-essentials-seminar/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221004T150339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T150341Z UID:50206-1666252800-1666267200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Harford County CMMC Day DESCRIPTION:The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification(CMMC) is a new required certification for organizations within the DoD Defense Industrial Base (DIB). At this event\, get insight on the CMMC framework\, and timeline. Learn how to prep your organization from CMMC Subject Matter Experts (SME)\, get tips on what assessors are reviewing. CMMC will help you to protect your business—and our Nation. \n8:00 A.M. Doors Open\, Breakfast & Networking (Breakfast catered by a Harford County business) \n8:30 A.M. Opening Remarks \n8:45 A.M. Keynote Speaker\, Michael Dempsey | Plug into CMMC: get current on the timelines and expectations\, what the assessor will be looking for and what steps you can take to amp up your preparation today to pass. \n9:30 A.M. Break \n9:45 A.M. Guest Speaker\, Andriani Buck\, Associate\, McCarter & English and former DoD Contracting Officer \n11:00 A.M. Panel Discussion with Q&A \n\nJames Dougherty\, Principal Attorney\, Offit Kurman Government Contracts\nThomas D. Ficklin\, ACC APG Program Integrator\, US Army\nTobias Musser\, CEO MNS Group\, RP\n\n11:45 P.M. Wrap-up URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/harford-county-cmmc-day/ LOCATION:The Ground Floor\, 2021 Pulaski Highway Suite G\, Havre de Grace\, MD\, 21078\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220222T190211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T145711Z UID:44658-1666569600-1667001599@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2022 Economic Development Week in Maryland DESCRIPTION:Save the Date:  October 24-28\, 2022  \n\nOverview\nEconomic 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. \nRecognition\nEconomic 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). \nRead About Economic Development Week in Maryland\n**Blog:  Economic Development Transforms Lives Through Teamwork  \n**Blog:  Supporting Businesses Supports our Communities \n**Blog: Why Celebrate Economic Development? \n**Blog: Women in Economic Development \nHow to Celebrate Economic Development Week in Maryland\nPlease check out our Toolkit\, Proclamation Template\, and Press Release Template  (<< click these links) to plan for your participation in Economic Development Week in Maryland. Whether elaborate or small\, there is something for every level of participation. \n\n \n \n \n \n Toolkit\n \n \n \n \n \n Proclamation Template\n \n \n \n \n \n Press Release Template\n \n \n\nSponsorship\nJoin us in making this event a success! If you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland\, please click here. \n         \nMedia Coverage\nOp Ed:  Economic Development: Worth the Investment \nPress Release: MEDA Celebrates Economic Development Week in Maryland October 24 – 28 \nProclamations\nPlease do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P.O. box. Email them to info@medamd.com. — Thank you! \nTake a look at photos sent in of organizations with their proclamations: \nClick to view photos\n  \nState of Maryland \n******************* \nAllegany County Department of Economic and Community Development \nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nCecil County Office of Economic Development \nCharles County Department of Economic Development \nCity of Aberdeen \nCity of Frederick \nCity of Greenbelt \nCity of Hagerstown \nCity of Hyattsville \nCity of Rockville \nFrederick County Office of Economic Development \nGarrett County Department of Business Development \nHarford County Office of Economic Development \nHoward County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) \nKent County Department of Economic Development \nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation \nQueen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development \nSalisbury Wicomico Economic Development \nSt. Mary’s Department of Economic Development \nTalbot County Economic Development and Tourism \nTEDCO \nTown of Bel Air \nTown of Princess Anne \nWorcester County Economic Development  \nSpecial Events\nCheck back often for more events! Hosting an event during Economic Development Week? Let us know at info@medamd.com and we’ll post it here. \nFEATURED EVENT:  October 25\, 2022  MEDA Fall Conference on Cybersecurity Strategies for Success \nOctober 21\, 2022  Strengthening the Emerging Workforce: A Career Technology Tour & Business Luncheon at Chesapeake College \nOctober 24-28\, 2022: Frederick County Business Appreciation Week \nOctober 25\, 2022  Free Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop \nOctober 25\, 2022  Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development 54th Annual Meeting and Mixer \nOctober 26\, 2022  Disruption! The Power of DEIB Strategies \nOctober 26\, 2022  Maryland’s Coast Mixer \nOctober 26\, 2022  MMTN Welcome Reception @ Tech at the Gap ’22 \nOctober 27\, 2022  MCCEI Symposium: Solving the Workforce Development Puzzle \nOctober 27\, 2022  Security Awareness 101 \nOctober 27\, 2022  Tech at the Gap: Unlocking Potential \nOctober 28\, 2022  Family Fun Night at The Grove \nOctober 28\, 2022  Grants for Organizations – Call for Panelists (deadline) \nNovember 1\, 2022  Charles County Fall Meeting– Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow \nClick the links below to learn about previous Economic Development Week in Maryland activities\n\n2021\n2020\n2019\n2018\n2017\n2016\n2015\n2014\n2013\n2012\n2011 URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-edw/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Education,Networking,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221014T191316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T191345Z UID:50404-1666686600-1666713600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Free Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop\nOctober 25\, 2022\, 8:30am – 4:30pm\nSmall Businesses can register here!\nSpace is limited\, only 35 seats available! \nSmall Businesses (25 employees or less; however\, all restaurants are permitted regardless of number of employees) are invited to join us for a full day in-person digital marketing workshop featuring instructor\, Antonio Guerrero of Dott Digital Marketing.\n \nThis one-day workshop will be broken down into four sessions: \n\nStrategy – This includes creating Ideal Customer Profiles\, how to craft a winning offer\, and designing your customer journey map.\nWebsite – How to create a cash C.O.W (Conversion Optimized Website) that is built to be a 24/7 salesperson driving calls and form fills for your business.\nSearch Engine Optimization (SEO) – In this session\, we will go over the fundamentals of Search Engine Optimization including how to create a Google Business Profile\, On-page\technical SEO\, and Off-Page SEO\nPaid Lead Generation – We discuss how to get started with Pay-per-click digital advertising. We will review the fundamentals as well as what pitfalls to avoid. In addition\, will discuss how to get started with Google and Facebook advertising platforms and the benefits of one over the other.\n\nLocation & Schedule: North East Library\, 485 Mauldin Ave\, North East\, MD 21901 \nOn Oct. 25\, 2022\, check-in and continental breakfast to begin at 8:30am and the workshop will begin promptly at 9am. \nLunch will be served at Noon and the program will conclude at 4:30pm. \nWho can attend: One person from any Cecil County small business having 25 employees or less (all restaurants are permitted regardless of number of employees) in any sector looking to expand their digital marketing footprint are invited to register. Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. \nTO REGISTER and secure your spot\, Click Here! Maximum capacity is 35!\nPotential Grant Opportunity:  Eligible attendees will be invited to apply for a small grant to implement a digital marketing campaign and/or engage a digital marketing consultant.Grant eligibility criteria and the application will be made available the day of the workshop. \nAbout the instructor: Antonio has a 20-year + background in business\, technology\, sales\, and marketing. For the last six years\, he has been a Duct Tape Marketing Certified Master Consultant and a leader in that organization training and servicing other Marketing agencies. In addition\, he has the following marketing certifications: \n\nCertified Digital Business Consultant\nCertified Customer Acquisition Specialist\nCertified Digital Marketing Strategist\nCertified Search Marketing Specialist\nCertified Sales Funnel Consultant\nCertified Professional Services Marketing Expert\nCertified Local Marketing Expert\nAnd more including certifications in copywriting\, email marketing\, social media\, and e-commerce\n\nAnotnio is also the author of Digital Marketing for Maryland Businesses: Proven Strategies & Tactics to grow your local business.   \nFor all questions\, please reach out to Sandra Edwards at sedwards@ccgov.org \nFunding for this program provided by Upper Shore Regional Council.\n \nClick the link for more information Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop! URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/digital-marketing/ LOCATION:North East Library\, 485 Mauldin Ave\, North East\, MD\, 21901\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20220823T211402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T211453Z UID:49523-1666767600-1666785600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Disruption! The Power of DEIB Strategies DESCRIPTION:Event by partner of Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) \nVisit event website for more info and sign up: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/disruption-the-power-of-deib-strategies-tickets-396661183277 URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/disruption-the-power-of-deib-strategies/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221024T170151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T170152Z UID:50648-1666915200-1667001599@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Apply Today: Grants for Organizations - Call for Panelists DESCRIPTION:The Grants for Organizations (GFO) program provides general operating support to nonprofit organizations\, as well as units of government\, that produce or present ongoing arts programming that is open to the public. \nMSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications. MSAC selects Grants for Organizations (GFO) panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences\, diversity of location\, and expertise in the disciplines of the organizations under review. Panelists must be Maryland residents. \nWhat does a panelist do? \nSelected panelists: \n\nParticipate in two virtual training sessions – one in late November/early December\, and one at a mid-way point in the winter (late January/early February).\nReview and evaluate applications on MSAC’s online grants management system\, SmartSimple.*\nComplete assigned extension assignments (Artistic Site Visits and In-Depth Conversations). Please note\, some in-person activities will be a part of the extension assignments.\nParticipate in one GFO panel meeting (Virtual – late March/early April 2023).\nPanelists receive compensation of $50/training meeting\, $50/completed extension assignment\, a minimum of $200 for all online application reviews\, $100/panel meeting\, and a travel stipend\, if applicable.\n\n*Each panelist can expect to review up to approximately 25 applications and to complete up to approximately 12 extension assignments each. Each application may take approximately one hour to review. Extension assignments may occur throughout the state of Maryland. The average commitment of hours varies based on the total number of applications and travel requirements. The majority of work happens on the panelists’ own time from late November 2022 through the panel meeting in March/April 2023. \nWhat We’re Looking For: \n\nIndependent artists\, arts administrators\, fundraisers\, arts enthusiasts\, and students interested in the grantmaking process.\nIndividuals to represent expertise in the following panel disciplines:\nTheatre\nMulti-Disciplinary Arts\nFolk/Traditional Arts\nService\nIndividuals to fill a multi-disciplinary Performing/Literary Arts panel (including those with backgrounds in Music\, Dance\, and Literary) and a Visual Arts and Media panel.\nIndividuals representing the wide geographic diversity of the state of Maryland – we are especially looking for individuals from the Western\, Southern\, and Eastern Shore regions.\nIndividuals who have some flexibility and time in their schedules to allow for daytime and/or evening availability of the applicants.\n\nPanelists must have access to a computer with internet connection to complete reviews. \nHow do I apply to be a panelist? \nSubmit your application via MSAC’s online grants management system\, SmartSimple. \n\nClick the Apply Now button below to log in or create a free account in SmartSimple (you will need to be registered as an Independent Artist to apply).\nUnder Funding Opportunities\, select “Public Call.”\nSelect “Panelist” from the drop down options and click “Save Draft” to populate the application.\nSelect “Grants for Organizations” as the Grant Program.\nComplete the application\, and click “Submit.”\n\nDeadline: Friday\, October 28\, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. \nhttps://marylandarts.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/call-for-panelists/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T080000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20221024T162834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T162958Z UID:50643-1667289600-1667289600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Charles County Fall Meeting-- Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow DESCRIPTION:Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow\nDesigned with existing businesses in mind\, Charles County’s Fall Meeting will illuminate the pathways to sustainable\, efficient growth. Offering inspiration and practical advice\, our speakers\, panelists\, and resource partners will educate businesses on the services available\, help them navigate the challenges\, and coordinate strategies with staying power. \nFALL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS:\n\nOur keynote speaker\, James W. Peterson\, Jr.\, M&T Bank’s Small Business Ambassador\, will emphasize the essential resources for growth.\nOur Circle of Services Panel will spotlight the tools readily available to new\, existing\, and growing businesses.\nA Small Business Financing Panel will highlight the funding sources lifting businesses today.\nA Business Expo\, featuring the partner organizations nurturing success\, will immediately follow.\n\nHybrid format. \nFor more info and to register: https://www.meetcharlescounty.com/fall-meeting-2022 URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/charles-fall-meeting/ LOCATION:College of Southern Maryland\, 8730 Mitchell Road\, La Plata\, MD\, 20646\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20230124T010546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T010910Z UID:52510-1678320000-1678492799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Business Retention & Expansion DESCRIPTION:This interactive course presents the core components of a BRE program and why the concerns of local businesses need to be actively addressed. By building an understanding of business visitation techniques and survey methods\, practitioners will be able to clearly gauge their community’s business climate. Learn the “red flags” that may indicate a company is looking to move elsewhere\, and learn how to structure an effective technical assistance program to respond to business concerns. This course helps participants understand how a BRE program relates to attraction\, workforce development\, small business finance\, technology transfer\, and many other economic development activities. \n  \nFOR MEDA MEMBERS: \n\nInterested MEDA members who are interested in participating in any of the above training courses receive early-bird member rate at $505.00 should reach out to Cherrika Gordon at prodev@iedconline.org to receive a special code to register for a training course. If you plan to apply for a Lofton Scholarship\, please use this form.\n\nhttps://www.iedconline.org/events/2023/03/09/training-courses/business-retention-and-expansion/ \n  \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-business-retention-expansion-4/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230415 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20230124T010814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T010814Z UID:52512-1681344000-1681516799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Neighborhood Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:This practitioner-driven course uses the case study method to complement current neighborhood development theory. Participants will learn how to identify the major neighborhood actors\, their objectives\, and strategies for redevelopment\, in addition to understanding the process for creating a strategic economic development plan to meet the neighborhood development goals. Specifically\, this course will examine social capital (e.g.\, linkages\, networks\, talent\, etc.)\, environmental capital (e.g.\, stewardship\, residual management\, etc.) and economic capital (e.g.\, investment and reinvestment) facing distressed neighborhoods and offer solutions to address local needs. \nhttps://www.iedconline.org/events/2023/04/13/training-courses/neighborhood-development-strategies/ \nFOR MEDA MEMBERS: \n\nInterested MEDA members who are interested in participating in any of the above training courses receive early-bird member rate at $505.00 should reach out to Cherrika Gordon at prodev@iedconline.org to receive a special code to register for a training course. If you plan to apply for a Lofton Scholarship\, please use this form URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-neighborhood-development-strategies-2/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20230321T155458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T155731Z UID:54403-1685032200-1685043000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Greater Baltimore Committee’s 2023 Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:For six decades\, the Greater Baltimore Committee – the region’s premier organization of business and civic leaders – has been a leading voice for the business community on issues relating to economic growth\, job creation\, workforce development\, transportation and quality of life. The GBC was organized on Jan. 5\, 1955 as an action committee designed to mobilize the commercial\, industrial and professional leadership of Baltimore to bring about tangible and rapid improvements in the community. \n\nExperience the Greater Baltimore Committee’s Annual Meeting like never before on Thursday\, May 25\, 4:30-7:30pm\, at the Baltimore Peninsula. The region’s premier civic and business event convenes business\, education\, government\, community and non-profit leaders for TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE. \n  \nDon’t miss this fleeting opportunity to secure your tickets at the best price available! \nThrough April 14 ONLY: Earlybird MEMBERS $125 ($175 value); Earlybird Non Members $150 ($200 value). Join GBC by visiting our site today. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/greater-baltimore-committees-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Baltimore Peninsula\, 2425 Rye Street\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21230 CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20230626T194646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T144643Z UID:56688-1689678000-1689685200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2023 MEDA Young Leaders Agricultural Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:MEDA Young Leaders are invited to Zekiah Ridge Farm & Flowers (Bliss in the Barn) located at 11770 Charles St\, La Plata\, MD 20646\, for the 2023 MEDA Young Leaders Agricultural Lunch & Learn on Tues.\, July 18\, 11:00 AM. \nStarting with a welcome and introductions\, learn about the farm’s history and current operations from Cindy Bliss\, followed by insights into Charles County’s zoning and business development efforts for farms and agriculture. Take a scenic Farm Walk and indulge in a delicious lunch before a brief presentation on Charles County Land Preservation or Explore Charles County. At the end of the event\, unleash your creativity and build your own bouquet while networking with other participants. \nThe cost is $40 and includes lunch and the bouquet. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2023-meda-young-leaders-agricultural-lunch-learn/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230731T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T185751 CREATED:20230123T145306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T224926Z UID:52489-1690189200-1690822800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course DESCRIPTION:2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course\nJuly 24 – July 27 –  Virtual \nWhether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher\,  the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts\, strategies\, and tools needed to be successful in today’s complex economic environment. This essential course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities and assist them in gaining capacity-building skills\, resources\, and networks to accelerate economic development. \nIn previous years\, our 4-day Basic Course was held in Baltimore\, which required travel expenses\, time away from home\, and extra planning and organization. With our all-virtual course this year\, you can learn it all from the comfort of your own home\, making it an accessible\, efficient\, and more affordable way to learn the fundamentals of economic development. We have excellent instructors lined up to teach\, and you’ll get to meet and network with other participants… all virtually! \nThis course will be offered online (via Zoom). Please note that the time zone is Eastern Time (ET). \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nGrow your skills and understanding of economic development foundational elements\nBest practices in economic and community development\nManaging an economic development program\nFinancing economic development projects and using incentives\nExplore new methods and programs to promote job growth and investment\nBusiness retention and expansion\nMarketing and business attraction\nDiscuss emerging trends and factors that shape local and regional economies\nEthics in economic development\nGain detailed knowledge of successful initiatives\nStrategic planning\nSmall business and entrepreneurship\nTools for planning your economy and how to use them.\nResearching your prospects and building a community data profile.\nReal estate development and reuse \nNeighborhood revitalization\nManaging real estate inventory.\nDevelop a valuable network of fellow economic development professionals and resources\nLearn from outstanding experts and practitioners in the field\n\nWho Should Take the Course?\nThe Basic Economic Development Course is designed for community leaders and stakeholders who participate in the process of community and economic development at local\, regional\, state and federal levels. Typical attendees include: \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic development practitioners\nBusiness leaders\nCommunity volunteers\nPublic utility personnel\nGovernment agency staff\nReal estate professionals\nChambers of commerce members\nBusiness development professionals\nCooperative extension personnel\nPlanning and development agencies\nBankers and financial institution professionals\nCommunity development organization professionals\nMunicipal\, town and county government elected and appointed officials\nOthers interested in facilitating job creation and capital investment in their community\, region or state\n\n\n\n\n\nYour First Step Toward Certification\nFor those seeking national certification\, the Economic Development Basic Course is the first requirement in the process of becoming a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). This Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the CEcD exam. CEcD certification through the IEDC is a national recognition that denotes a mastery of principal skills in economic development\, professional attainment\, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. \nLofton Scholarships for MEDA Members\nMembers of MEDA can apply for a Lofton Scholarship to cover the tuition for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in full.  MEDA’s Lofton Scholarship exists to support the growth of professional skills and knowledge by economic development practitioners in Maryland. \nApply for the Lofton Scholarship before you register for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course. Upon acceptance\, you will be given a discount code to use with your registration. The last day to apply for the Lofton Scholarship for the Basic Course is July 14. Apply here! \nDetails\nThe 2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held July 24 – July 27 (virtually) from approximately 9am to 5pm Eastern Time.  \nTuition is: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$590 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)\n$765  for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today!\nCurrent Course Schedule (subject to change)\n \n  \n\nInstructors\n\n \n \n \n \n Sharon Disque\, CEcD\n \n Sharon Disque is the Economic Development Manager for the City of Gaithersburg\, Maryland. She has more than 30 years of experience in economic development\, including business park development\, real estate sales and leasing\, corporate site selection\, community strategic planning\, marketing and market analysis\, and downtown redevelopment. Before joining the City of Gaithersburg\, Sharon ran a community development corporation\, provided real estate consulting services for clients in Maryland and West Virginia\, and was Regional Director of Industrial Development for CSX Transportation. She began her career with the Hagerstown-Washington County Economic Development Commission. Sharon earned a Master’s in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s in Economics from the University of Virginia. She is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Sandy Dubay\, CEcD\n \n Sandy Dubay\, CEcD is the CEO and Founder of PPR Strategies\, as well as a publicist\, marketing consultant\, public speaker\, spokesperson\, and public relations team leader. \nSandy is passionate about helping communities in the mid-Atlantic region grow and diversify their economies and job opportunities for residents. She brings her expertise in communications\, social media\, marketing\, economic development\, and tourism to help clients create & implement customized communications plans right for them. \nSandy is a graduate of Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Science in economics and business administration. She previously served as a Research Specialist at the Jefferson County Development Authority in Charles Town\, WV and most recently as a Business Development Specialist in the Frederick County Office of Economic Development in Frederick\, MD. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Gramm\, CEcD\n MEDA Past President\n Heather Gramm joined the Maryland Department of Commerce as Senior Director of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship in June 2019. In this role\, she oversees the development and implementation of the state’s efforts to grow the strategic industries of biohealth and life sciences\, cybersecurity and aerospace\, manufacturing\, energy and agriculture. In addition\, she oversees Commerce’s strategic initiatives for entrepreneurship\, small business\, and workforce development. \nPrior to this role\, she served as Deputy Director for the Frederick County Office of Economic Development overseeing the county’s business development efforts\, including business attraction\, retention and expansion\, small and minority business development strategies\, as well as industry-sector development in the county’s targeted sectors. \nHeather has more than 17 years of experience in municipal\, county and state economic development in a variety of roles including business development\, community development and downtown revitalization. She earned a B.A. in Business Administration from Hood College and the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification through IEDC. She serves as President of the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Board of Directors. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Richard G. Griffin\, CEcD\n \n Richard Griffin\, AICP\, CEcD is the Director of Economic Development for the City of Frederick.\nIn that role oversees four City Departments including the Department of Economic\nDevelopment\, Downtown Parking Department\, Frederick Municipal Airport\, and Weinberg\nCenter for the Arts. Griffin is accredited economic developer and urban planner with over 30\nyears of experience.\nDuring his 23-year tenure in Frederick he has overseen major City Projects including the design\nand development of award-winning Carroll Creek Park\, airport expansion\, and parking garage\ndevelopment along with coordinating complex development projects delivering jobs and tax\nbase in downtown and commercial corridors. He has worked with many businesses in Frederick\nincluding AstraZeneca\, Fort Detrick\, Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research\, Stulz\,\nWilcoxen\, Precision For Medicine\, and many small mom and pop shops\, and minority and\nwomen owned businesses.\nRichard has experience working at the city\, county\, regional\, and federal level in Maryland\,\nVirginia\, North and South Carolina and Washington State. He served on the district staff of the\nlate US Representative James Clarke from the 11th District of NC. He is a US Army veteran\nhaving served as a Cavalry border guard on the East German Border during the cold war and as\na commissioned Armor officer in the NC National Guard and Army Reserves.\nMr. Griffin holds degrees from Western Carolina University and Clemson University. He serves\non the Board of Directors for the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)\, Fort\nDetrick Alliance\, the Frederick Innovative Technology Center\, Inc\, and others. He is Rotary Paul\nHarris Fellow and volunteers as a scout leader and youth mountain bike race team coach. His\nwife Lynne is a FCPS teacher and they live\, work\, and play in Downtown Frederick. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Trish Heidenreich\, CEcD\n MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair\n Trish Heidenreich has served as the Economic Development Director for the Town of Bel Air since 2006. Prior to joining the Town\, Trish worked in real estate administration and held a 25-year career in the entertainment industry\, specializing in concert production logistics\, business development and marketing. \nTrish sits on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) and is Co-Chair of MEDA’s Professional Development Committee. Trish holds a Certification in Economic Development (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in Washington and is a member of the Board of Directors. In addition to her certification\, she holds a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Communications and Television Production from Concordia University in Montreal\, Canada. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Latrice Lewis\n \n Latrice Lewis is a Business and Employment Consultant and ReEntry Project Manager with Frederick County Workforce Services a proud partner of The American Job Center Network! She has over 15 years in Business Development and Career & Workforce Development. She has a unique perspective on Workforce and Economic Development having spent time in both private and public sector positions\, as well as the Frederick County Public School system. \nLatrice’s primary focus is partnering with the Frederick County (FC) business community to assist with their workforce development needs: recruitment\, staff development/training and LMI. She works with small-to-very large organizations in the FC community. She also works closely with an under-served population in our community of Justice-Involved citizens. \nLatrice has had opportunities to share her expertise with such organizations as the United Way of Fredrick County\, The Local Management Board (Office of Children & Families)\, Hood College Leadership Program\, Mountain Manor Treatment Center\, and other local schools and colleges – she has earned a reputation for being a “Trusted Business Advisor” in the Frederick County community. \nLatrice is passionate about serving the Frederick County community and ensuring both businesses and citizens are aware of all the resources available to maximize their success. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Stephen Primosch\n \n In his current role as Vice President of Financial Services for the Anne Arundel Economic\nDevelopment Corporation\, Steve is responsible for managing the\, Arundel Community\nReinvestment Fund\, Anne Arundel Incentive Fund\, the Next Stage Fund and the VOLT Fund.\nSteve is responsible for managing financial services staff and developing the protocols and\nprocesses used to manage the flow of applications for all of the corporation’s lending programs\,\nfrom origination and underwriting to the closing and servicing of loans. Steve oversees a\nportfolio of approximately 100 small business loans totaling approximately $7 million.\nSteve has more than a decade of finance and lending experience. Prior to arriving at AAEDC\,\nhe served as Vice President of Private Business Banking for BankAnnapolis. Previous to that\,\nhe was at the Harbor Bank of Maryland for four years as Vice President and Commercial\nLending Officer.\nSteve holds an MBA and a bachelors degree in marketing\, both from Frostburg State University.\nSteve has served on the Board of several non-profit organizations including the Maryland\nEconomic Development Association Foundation\, Maryland Economic Development Association\,\nArundel Child Care Connections\, and the Maryland Commercial Lenders Lending Association. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Jamie Williams\, CEcD\n \n Jamie Williams\, CEcD\, is the Director of Kent County Economic & Tourism Development. Williams began Economic Development work with Kent County seven years ago\, and achieved her Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification in October of 2019. Previous work included 20 years at a Millwork Distributor where she filled many positions\, office manager for a local land surveyor\, and administrative work in the County Commissioners Office. Her previous experience working for a large employer and a small business served her well in working with the business community. \nWilliams is a member of the Maryland Economic Development Association and serves as MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Julia Glanz\n MEDA Ex Officio\n Julia Glanz is the Assistant Secretary for Strategic Initiatives at Maryland’s Department of Housing and Community Development. Glanz is responsible for shaping new initiatives to achieve the policy objectives of Governor Wes Moore’s administration and the operations goals of department Secretary Jake Day. Prior to joining DHCD\, Glanz served as the City Administrator for the City of Salisbury\, managing day-to-day operations across all the city’s departments since December 2016. She was the youngest\, and first female to hold the City Administrator post. She also served as Acting Mayor and led Salisbury forward through challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and racial injustices. \nA native New Yorker\, Glanz moved to Salisbury in 2007 to study at Salisbury University and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Political Science (2011) and a Master’s Degree in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution (2013). Glanz has been a proud resident of the City of Salisbury for the last 16 years\, but is moving to Greenbelt\, Maryland this summer with her wife\, Lindsey\, and their four legged children. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Candace Pruett\n \n Dr. Candace Pruett is a highly accomplished business professional with expertise in strategic planning\, business development\, and entrepreneurship. Through her role at the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as the Assistant Director for the Corridor Region\, Candace provides strategic guidance and support to small businesses\, helping them navigate the complexities of the business landscape and achieve sustainable growth. She actively engages with entrepreneurs\, offering expert advice on business planning\, market research\, financial analysis\, and access to capital. She has been awarded the SBDC State Star Award in 2017 recognized at the National ASBDC conference\, ASBDC’s 40 Under 40 Award in 2022\, and MEDA’s Rising Star Award in 2023. She is also certified as a GrowthWheel Certified Business Advisor and FranFit Advisor. Candace is an active participant in the Maryland Economic Development Association and a member of their Young Leaders Group. She also volunteers on the Career Advisory Board for the Purdue School of Business at her alma mater\, Salisbury University. Candace earned her Doctorate of Business Administration at the University of Maryland Global Campus (formerly known as the University of Maryland University College.) Candace received her Master of Business Administration and B.S. in Management from Salisbury University. Candace’s research interest is in generational studies revolving around how the culture of an organization impacts knowledge transfer. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Rosa Cruz\, CEcD\n MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair\n Rosa Cruz\, a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)\, is Chief of Staff at the Maryland\nDepartment of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). As a member of the\nexecutive team\, she is responsible for managing organizational workflow and\ncommunications and defining parameters of implementation on cross-functional\nteams. She was previously at DHCD from 2008 to 2012 as Deputy Director of\nCommunications.\nPrior to returning to state service\, Rosa was Vice President of Communications for the\nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) in Annapolis where she\nmanaged program initiatives and communication strategies that helped AAEDC attract\nand retain businesses in Anne Arundel County.\nHer professional experience includes serving in the Governor’s Office and working in\ntelevision news production for several media outlets on the east coast including ESPN\,\nFox News’ DC bureau and local news stations in Baltimore\, Maryland and Richmond\,\nVirginia.\nRosa is the co-chair of the Professional Development Committee of the Maryland\nEconomic Development Association (MEDA) as well as a board member. She also serves\nas the President of the Board of Directors of the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn\nPark\, Maryland.\nShe holds a Master of Arts in Public Affairs/Journalism from the American University\nand a BA in International Studies from George Mason University. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2023-meda-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course/ LOCATION:VIRTUAL CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Professional Development END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR