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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/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
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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/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development
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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
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
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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/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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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/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T163000
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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
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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/
CATEGORIES:Networking,Professional Development
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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
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
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SUMMARY:2023 Economic Development Week in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:October 23-27\, 2023\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). \nHow to Celebrate Economic Development Week in Maryland\nPlease check out our Toolkit\, Proclamation Template\, and Press Release Template to plan for your participation in Economic Development Week in Maryland. Whether elaborate or small\, there is something for every level of participation. \nSponsorship\nJoin us in making this event a success! If you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland\, please click here. \n         \nProclamations\n\nOffice of the Governor Wes Moore\nMaryland Department of Commerce\nCity of Aberdeen\nAllegany County\nAnne Arundel County\nTown of Bel Air\nCarroll County\nCharles County\nCity of Crisfield\nDorchester County\nFrederick County\nFSC First\nGarrett County\nCity of Hagerstown\nHarford County\nHoward County\nKent County\nPocomoke Revitalization\nPrince George’s County\nCity of Rockville\nTEDCO\nWashington County\nWorcester County\n\nPlease do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P.O. box. Email them to info@medamd.com. — Thank you! \nSpecial Events\n\nSIGNATURE EVENT: MEDA FALL CONFERENCE: INNOVATIONS IN MANUFACTURING\, October 25\, 2023\nAnne Arundel County Economic Development Corporation’s Business Appreciation Week\, October 23-27\nCaroline County Economic Development  & Tourism “Thank You! Campaign\,” October 23-27\nFSC First’s Building Your Growth Team and Experts Roundtable\, October 26 from 5:30 PM – 7 PM\nGarrett County Business Ribbon Cuttings\, October 24-27\nHarford Award Celebration\, October 24 from 5 PM – 8 PM\nHoward County Economic Development Authority’s Business Appreciation Week\, October 23-27\nHoward County Economic Development Authority’s Open House\, October 26 from 9:00 AM – 12 PM\nMontgomery County Black Collective’s Business Growth and Resources Events\, October 23-27\nMontgomery County Black Collective’s 2024 Business Growth Roadmap: Growth Strategies from Industry Experts\, October 26 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM\nMontgomery County Black Collective’s Truist Bank Financial and Small Business Lending Clinic\, October 27 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM\nMontgomery County Economic Development Corporation Site Visits and Business Proclamations\, October 23-27\nProtecting Maryland Agriculture: Smart Farming Cybersecurity Challenges & Solutions\, October 25 from 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM\nQueen Anne’s County Supporting Local Business Visits\, October 23-27\nSt. Mary’s County’s Young Professionals @ Xella Winery and Vineyard\, October 23 from 5 PM to 7 PM\nSt. Mary’s County’s State of the County Luncheon\, October 24 from 11:30 AM  to 1:30 PM\nSt. Mary’s County’s Business After Hours\, October 25 from 5 Pm to 6:30 PM\nSt. Mary’s County’s Lexington Park Facade Grant Workshop\, October 26 from 8:00 AM  to 9:30 AM\nSt. Mary’s County’s Celebrating St. Mary’s Businesses\, October 27\nWashington County Economic Development Week Scavenger Hunt/Trivia\, October 23-27\nWorcester County Tourism and Economic Development Business Visits\, October 23-27\nWorcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Economic Development Week Interview with Ocean 98.1\, October 23\nWorcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Open House\, October 24 from 4 PM – 6 PM\n\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. \nRead About Economic Development Week in Maryland\nMedia: Here’s Where Tech Fits into Maryland’s Economic Development Week \nMedia: Celebrate Maryland Economic Development Week! \nSponsor Spotlight: Rockville Economic Development\, Inc. Showcases Four Businesses in Honor of Economic Development Week in Maryland \nBlog:  Economic Development Transforms Lives Through Teamwork  \nBlog:  Supporting Businesses Supports our Communities \nBlog: Why Celebrate Economic Development? \nBlog: Women in Economic Development \nClick the links below to learn about previous Economic Development Week in Maryland activities\n\n2022\n2021\n2020\n2019\n2018\n2017\n2016\n2015\n2013\n2012\n2011\n\n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2023-economic-development-week-in-maryland/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Education,Networking,Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T073618
CREATED:20230915T012444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161505Z
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SUMMARY:2025 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course
DESCRIPTION:When: July 28 – August 1\, 2025\nWhere: 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 week-long 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). \nDraft Agenda\nTo view a draft agenda\, please click here. \nRegistrants for the 2025 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course do not need to register separately for the 2025 MEDA Summer Conference\, as it is included.\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. Apply here! \nDetails\nThe 2025 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held virtually from July 28 to August 1 from approximately 9am to 4pm Eastern Time. \nTuition is: \n\n$640 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)\n$840  for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)\n\nAccreditation\nThe course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council. This course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) examination. \nFor more details\, please visit the IEDC website at www.iedconline.org​ or phone 201.223.7800
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2025-meda-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Education,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T073618
CREATED:20251017T215016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T153917Z
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SUMMARY:2026 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course
DESCRIPTION:When: July 27 – 31\, 2026\nWhere: 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 week-long 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 (EST). \nDraft Agenda\nThis draft agenda is subject to change. \n \nRegistrants for the 2026 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course do not need to register separately for the 2026 MEDA Summer Conference\, as it is included. \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\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\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. Apply here! \nDetails\nThe 2026 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held virtually from July 27 to July 31\, from approximately 9 AM to 4 PM Eastern Time. \nTuition is: \n\n$690 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)\n$890  for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)\n\nAccreditation\nThe course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council. This course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) examination. \nFor more details\, please visit the IEDC website at www.iedconline.org​ or phone 201.223.7800
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2026-meda-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Education,Professional Development
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