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SUMMARY:2012 Economic Development Week
DESCRIPTION:Economic Development Week 2012 Recap: \nI want to start by first thanking everyone who participated in MEDA’s second annual Economic Development Week. It was a great success\, but only thanks to the hard work that you put into economic development everyday.\nThroughout Maryland\, many celebrated the week of October 15-19 as Economic Development Week.  We kicked off this year’s Economic Development Week with the 2012 MEDA Fall Conference at the World Trade Center in Baltimore.  As the week continued\, towns\, cities\, and counties from all over the state of Maryland organized events and activities. There were proclamations made by many jurisdictions\, including one from Governor Martin O’Malley.  Like many of you\, here in Rockville we visited a number of new businesses to encourage growth and show our continued support for the investments made everyday.  From the Eastern Shore to Western Maryland\, economic developers highlighted the businesses that make our state great.\nAs this year winds down\, and 2013 quickly approaches\, I am already looking forward to what Economic Development Week 2013 has in store for us. Remember- it’s not too early to start planning for next year’s events.\nI also want to remind to you register for the 2013 MEDA Winter Conference\, coming up on January 10\, 2013. I look forward to seeing you there!\nLaurie M. Boyer\, CEcD\nMEDA President\nand\nExecutive Director of Rockville Economic Development\, Inc. \n2012 Economic Development Week: \nShowcase your economic development accomplishments during Economic Development Week! \nThe second annual Economic Development Week begins with the MEDA Fall Conference on October 15 and includes events\, meetings\, and proclamations throughout the state. This effort to shine a spotlight on our economic successes only works if we have YOU involved! Here are some of the ways you can participate. \nHow to Prepare for Economic Development Week 2012: \n\nMark your calendar to take part in Economic Development Week – October 15-19\, 2012!\nIf you don’t have an event planned\, plan one! Hold a conference\, a networking event\, or a business tour to connect people and ideas. Click here for a list of creative approaches in 2011.\nOnce you plan your event\, send us the details –we’ll include it in our promotions and on our website calendar. Email:info@medamd.com\n\n\n \nEconomic Development Week Featured Events: \n\nMEDA Fall Conference: The Port of Baltimore and its Statewide Impact\nBWI Business Partnership – Signature Breakfast\nCharles County’s Economic Summit\nCecil County Technology Round Table Event\nCity of Cambridge: Business Forum with the Mayor\nCyberMaryland Conference\nDorchester County Economic Development – Business Appreciation Event – Layton’s Chance Winery\nEntrepreneurship FasTrac class to be held at Garrett College Center for Entrepreneurship\nFrederick County: Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange\nFrederick County: Commercial Brokers: Economic Development Incentives 101\nFrederick County: Fort Detrick Alliance Sponsors Breakfast\nFrederick County: Tourism Council of Frederick County Annual Membership Breakfast\nGovernor’s Housing Conference: Restoring Communities Across Maryland\nIgnite Baltimore\nPrince George’s County: Virtual Town Hall Meeting\, Meet & Greet\, Business Tours\nQueen Anne’s County: Business Tours & Business Showcase Event\nRockville Economic Development\, Inc will be visiting several incubator companies\nSomerset County: Business After Hours\n\nTalbot County:  County Officials will be touring major employers\nTalbot County:  Defense Contractors Reception\n\nProclamations of Economic Development Week: \n\nGovernor Martin O’Malley\nAllegany County\nAnne Arundel County\nBaltimore County\nCecil County\nCity of Bowie\nCity of Frederick\nCity of Hagerstown\nCity of Havre de Grace\nCity of Rockville\nDorchester County\nFrederick County\nGarrett County\nPrince George’s County\nQueen Anne’s County\nCity of Rockville\nSt. Mary’s County\nSomerset County\nTalbot County\nWashington County\nWorcester County\n\nIf you have an event or proclamation in your community you’d like to see listed\, please email info@medamd.com
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SUMMARY:2013 Economic Development Week
DESCRIPTION:Why Economic Development Week\nEconomic Development Week will emphasize to the general public the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase an 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. \n  \nMEDA News about Economic Development Week & the Fall Conference: \nWYPR – Can a Good Sense of Place Lead to Actual Cents? \nCOMCAST Newsmakers\n \n  \nDorchester County Unveils New Marketing Initiative During Economic Development Week \nStar Democrat: Caroline County Celebrates Economic Development Week \nDBED Blog:  13 ways ‘place making’ impacts economic development \nDBED Blog: Maryland Economic Development Association promotes ‘place making’ \n\nMEDA Blogs about Economic Development Week: \nGet Involved During Economic Development Week – by Laurie Boyer\, CEcD \nPrince George’s County – Preparing for Economic Development Week – by Angela Wright. \nComcast Lends Support for Economic Development Week – by Sean Looney \n  \nSchedule of Events:  \nSeptember 30 – October 4\, 2013:  Baltimore County Economic Development Week Activities \nSeptember 30 – October 4\, 2013: Caroline County Economic Development Week Activities \nSeptember 30 – October 4\, 2013: Cecil County Economic Development Week Activities \nSeptember 30-October 4\, 2013: Pre-Event Team Training (for Deep Creek 2014) in Garrett County \nSeptember 30-October 4\, 2013:  Rockville is hosting “Speed Counseling” for Incubator Companies –  Participants include: Maryland Women’s Business Center\, Montgomery County Department of Economic Development\, Montgomery County Business Innovation Network\, Maryland Department of Business & Economic Development\, The Bio Maryland Center\, The Montgomery Business Development Corporation \nSeptember 30\, 2013: Prince George’s County EDC/FSC Open House \nOctober 1\, 2013: MEDA Fall Conference in Frederick\, MD \nOctober 1\, 2013: Dorchester County unveils new branding initiative ‘water moves us’ \nOctober 1\, 2013:  Conversation with Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker \nOctober 1\, 2013: Hagerstown-Washington County Economic Development Commission Open House \nOctober 2-3\, 2013: Tri-County Council of Western Maryland – Summit \nOctober 2\, 2013:  Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC) Mixer \nOctober 2\, 2013: The Daily Record’s Innovator of the Year Awards Ceremony \nOctober 3\, 2013: Spotlight on Sector:  Sector-Based Strategies for Workforce Development \nOctober 3\, 2013: Dorchester County – Business Appreciation at the gallery \nOctober 3\, 2013: Annapolis EDC Open House \nOctober 4\, 2013: Dorchester County Free Workshop Helps Job Seekers Sharpen Skills \nOctober 4\, 2013: RMI’s Manufacturing Day \nOctober 4\, 2013:  Talbot County Economic Development Week Business Tours \nOctober 4\, 2013:  The Greater Cumberland Committee – Membership Meeting (Members-only) \nNeed ideas for 2013?  Take a look at some of the activities that occured in 2012 and 2011. \n  \nProclamations of Economic Development Week: \n\nGovernor Martin O’Malley\nAllegany County\nBaltimore County\nCaroline County\nCecil County\nCharles County\nCity of Annapolis\nCity of Frederick\nCity of Hagerstown\nCity of Havre de Grace\nDorchester County\nFrederick County\nGarrett County\nHarford County\nKent County\nMontgomery County\nPrince George’s County\nQueen Anne’s County\nSomerset County\nSt. Mary’s County\nTalbot County\nWashington County\nWorcester County\n\nIf your county or city has issued a proclamation of Economic Development Week 2013\, please let us know so we can add to this list.
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SUMMARY:MEDA 2014 Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2014 session. \nClick here to download a pdf of the agenda \nEvent Recap\nRecap written by: Mindie Burgoyne \n  \n\n \nOPENING REMARKS – Anne Arundel County Executive\, Laura Neuman\, remarked that Economic Development has never been more important than today. \nI’m a businessperson…. I believe that at the end of the day economic development is about job creation. As our economy grows\, we grow and we can grow our way out of this recession. There has never been a more important time to be in economic development. It provides opportunity. Thank you to MEDA for the collaboration. \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n \nWelcome to Annapolis by Mayor Pantelides \n“The conference was an opportunity to bring together some the most respected economic development professionals in the state\,” Mayor Mike Pantelides said. “The numerous panel discussions were also instrumental in developing new partnerships.” \n\n\n\n\nMEDA Business Leadership Panel \n\n \nMEDA Treasurer\, Sean Looney moderated the Business Economic Development Panel which included Donald C. Fry\, President and CEO of the Greater Baltimore Committee; Kathleen Snyder\, President and CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and James C. Dinegar\, President of the Greater Washington Board of Trade. Mr. Looney posed a question to the members of the panel. \n\n  \n  \nWhat is the best and worst thing that has happened over the past year in Maryland?\nKATHY SNYDER stated that Maryland continued to hold strong with a competitive edge. But lost some of it. Data shows that the state is losing wealth. There’s a need to drive a vision for Maryland that is not driven by politics … a need to come up with a direction for Maryland to go in. Last year there was no clear direction. One of the objectives of the Maryland Competitive Coalition is to pull together business leaders from across the state and discuss what Maryland should be doing to be competitive in a global economy. \nJIM DINEGAR said the best thing that happened was that the gas tax was passed\, and transportation funding became available. The worst thing was there was no decision made on the Marcellus Shale drilling initiative. \nDON FRY agreed with Snyder regarding competitiveness and agreed with Dinegar about transportation funding which will initiate actual projects. He believed the worst thing is that the Federal Government paralysis. The Feds can’t make a decision and finds sequestration as a way to handle the budget. This impacts employment in Maryland. A major issue with the Maryland General Assembly this session will be minimum wage because the Feds aren’t able to address the issue. \nWhat do you say to the folks that objected to the Maryland Transportation Tax? \nKATHY SNYDER stated that good things came from the tax such as money finally available for roads and bridges particularly in the rural areas where there was none before. A new Transportation Secretary was appointed\, and the Public Private Partnership Bill was passed that will help restrain some of the gas tax dollars so the rural areas will get a share. \nDON FRY reminded us that the State Transportation system is statewide. The reality was that Maryland had no money to do anything. The tax allowed for the state to move forward with badly needed projects. He advised that the Legislature should look to assign a dedicated source of funding for transit. \nFor the first time DC has more people living in the city than Baltimore does. Does that matter for Maryland? \nJIM DINEGAR stated that is doesn’t really matter because we operate as a regional economy. The competition is in the Chicagoland area and Silicon Valley. There are some implications though. The regional transportation should be more fluid. Virgina rail shouldn’t stop at Union Station. We should use the infrastructure that exists to improve what we have. There are big opportunities on the horizon\, in Prince Georges County in particular. “The first ship that comes through the Panama Canal should come through Baltimore. That’s the ship that will get all the PR and it’s a game changer.” \nWhat one thing needs to be done? \nDON FRY responded that the tax system needs to be restructured so that a similar amount of money is raised by is more conducive to job creation. \nKATHY SNYDER agreed with Fry but added that Maryland needs an attitude adjustment regarding the business community. There seems to be a dichotomy between the business community and the people of Maryland.  There needs to be a greater partnership. There needs to be dialog about what’s going to be driving our economy in the future. The next administration should have state employees appreciate that entrepreneurs want to set up businesses here. There should be a more collaborative process between citizens\, business and the state government. \nJIM DINEGAR weighed in on marijuana stating that we are in the most highly educated region in the country\, and legalizing pot would send a mixed message and ultimately be destructive to the population and the economy. He also stated that we need to either fish or cut bait on Marcellus shale. \nWhen Sean Looney asked Kathy Snyder\, “What do you see as your legacy?” Snyder replied that her work on the Maryland Competitive Coalition was what she was most proud of. She believes that if the business community doesn’t work together in a positive way with elected officials and the community\, Maryland is not going to have that needed attitude change. \nWhen Looney posed the question to Jim Dinegar and Don Fry\, “What words of wisdom would you give to Kathy’s replacement?” Fry replied that the person who replaces Kathy should continue to foster the communication between the business community\, the legislators and the public\, as well as seize the new opportunities with Cyber sectors and the Port of Baltimore. Dinegar stated that the replacement should be secure in her ability to represent the business community and do the right thing regardless of public opinion. \nMaryland Legislative Outlook Panel\nMEDA President\, Larry Twele introduced the members of the Legislative Outlook Panel which included Senate President\, Michael Miller\, Jr. and Maryland House Speaker\, Michael E. Busch\, Senate Minority Leader\, David R. Brinkley and House Minority Leader\, Nicholaus R. Kipke. \nSenate President Michael Miller opened the panel discussion stating that Maryland needs to market itself as the Baltimore\, Washington corridor. He noted that the state is too dependent on Federal Government jobs and needs to expand in private sector jobs base and commit to economic programs and incentives that grow the private sector. He mentioned that the Senate will look to phase out the estate tax and noted that it will be a “tough sell.” He said they were also looking at business tax credits as incentives for job growth. \nSenate Minority Leader Brinkley stated that he’s committed to work with others in the Senate to craft alternatives that will move the state forward and make it employer friendly. He also stated that Maryland has a tax policy that has fueled a class warfare\, and the upper class has chosen to leave. He noted Florida’s allowing residency if a person demonstrate charitable purposes attracted businesses to leave states that are “tax oppressive.”    He affirmed that the benefits Maryland gains from federal spending is an asset\, but the heavy dependence on those benefits is a liability. In commenting Maryland having an educated workforce\, he also reminded that that workforce is mobile and can flee to other states. \nHouse Minority Leader Kipke noted his willingness to work with the Speaker on issues that matter to all of Maryland. He stated that Maryland has lost 8 billion dollars in adjusted gross tax revenue and that half of those lost dollars have been to neighboring states (specifically Virginia\, Pennsylvania and Delaware). Kipke believes that if the Legislature grows the budget a little slower\, it can pay the bills and add some new costs while still reducing taxes. He confirmed that he opposes the increase in minimum wage stating that it would reduce jobs\, and he believes that increasing the earned income tax credit or reducing taxes will have a greater positive impact on the economy.\nSpeaker of the House\, Mike Busch stated his disbelief in the idea of there being a mass exodus from Maryland due to the bad economy. He says it isn’t supported by data. He reminded everyone that Maryland still has the highest median income in the country\, and he believes that is because of the investment in the K-12 system. He stated that the Legislature made a concentrated effort years ago to decrease property tax\, and that he would join Delegate Kipke in sponsoring a bill to lower the piggy back tax imposed by the counties. In regard to corporate taxes\, Speaker Busch stated that the only state lower than Maryland is Virginia\, and we are not competing with Virginia\, we’re competing with Northern Virginia. “The rest of Virginia\, as far as I’m concerned is like South Carolina.” The speaker wrapped up his comments by saying that Maryland had come through the worst recessionary period since the great depression\, and at the end of the day it was our education system that kept things in tact. \nLater when asked what legislation they were considering for this Session\, Senator Miller stated that in terms of cutting the income tax\, they were not going to do that and reminded the audience that Maryland gives part of the income tax back to the counties and that we are the only state that does this. Delegate Kipke said he has a proposal that would allow a portion of self-employed income to be tax free. \nSpeaker Busch said he would like to form a commission headed by the private sector to review the agencies that impact economic development and see if they are using the best practices. He specifically mentioned DBED and the use of MEDAAF. Speaker Busch also stated that Cyber Security is the new gold mine industry for Maryland and that he’ll look at ways to incentivize growth there. Additionally\, the Speaker stated that Internet sales have hurt the retail economy and he will work to close the loophole that allows internet sales providers to avoid taxes and avoid collecting Maryland sales tax from Marylanders who shop on line. \nRemarks from Governor Martin O’Malley\nGovernor O’Malley posed the question\, “How can we accelerate our momentum so we can expand our jobs and improve our quality of life?” He stated as a resonse that it is because of the work of Maryland’s business community and Economic Development service providers that we had the fastest rate of job creation of any state in our region\, specifically 88% faster than Virginia. Our median income has also held steady. \nMore indication that Maryland has continued to move forward is that the unemployment rate is down to 6.8% which is the lowest since 2008. Maryland has been making bigger investments in infrastructure\, and the State’s mission to educate innovate and rebuild has helped Maryland keep its competitive edge. \nThe Governor believes there is no progress without creating jobs\, and stated that his administration’s mission has been to strengthen and grow the number of the jobs lost in the recession. He noted that they have cut more planned spending than any administration of Maryland’s history\, and have now recovered 100% of the jobs lost in the recession.  He is proud that the US Chamber of Commerce named Maryland #1 for innovation and entrepreneurship. He believes that recognition came because of things like the Invest Maryland Challenge\, the Maryland Venture Fund and our abundance of research facilities and our ability to transfer that knowledge into the economy. \nThe Governor stated the Legislature has not given DBED the tools that they need like other states have\, in terms of the incentive dollars. Other states realize they need a certain amount of liquid funds to be able to incent business to locate and grow. “We will be proposing an enhancement to MEDAAF – the Maryland Economic Development Assistance Fund\, to accomplish some important goals.” One goal is giving tech companies in Maryland flexible terms on working capital and another is to provide assistance for training.\nWhen questioned about his stance on the Minimum Wage bill\, the Governor stated that he does not believe in “Trickle Down Economics” and believes that if you pay workers enough\, they will have more money to put back into the economy\, citing that this was also the philosophy of Henry Ford. “Al of this is about strengthening the middle class. We need to build an economy from the middle out.” \nDBED Panel\nSean Looney moderated a panel of senior staff from the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development that included Ursula Powidzki\, Assistant Secretary for Business & Enterprise Development; Hannah Byron\, Assistant Secretary for Tourism\, Film & the Arts and Raquel Guillory\, Assistant Secretary for Marketing & Communications. \nHannah Byron stated that Film tax credits helped to keep the film industry alive in Maryland. The $20 million in credits was gone in the first five minutes of the fiscal year. There were many opportunities but the State opted to go with television series’ such as House of Cards and Veep because they offer more long term commitment. \nUrsula Powitzki elaborated on MEDAAF and how companies has changed since MEDAAF was formed 14 years ago and the purpose of MEDAAF must grow with those changes. Originally MEDAAF supported companies making large capital investments. Today companies are investing in intellectual capital. We also need to find away to support the need for training\, and develop a vehicle to assist with workforce training. \nWhen asked if DBED sees itself as having a role in building communities in Maryland\, Hannah Byron discussed the Heritage Area program\, the Arts & Entertainment District tax credits and working with partners in the localities. Ursula mentioned two ways her DBED division addresses this. One is through collaboration with a diverse set of organizations such as tech councils and economic development partners\, and the other is a more narrow focus where DBED works one-on-one with companies and high-potential prospects. \nWhen asked what insights she got from being in the Governor’s office\, Raquel Guillory stated that it gave her a global view of all state government. “You forget how agencies are designed to work together.” She stated that collaboration matters and it is important. \nA question was posed regarding how DBED expected to work with economic development offices in municipalities since its current structure provides only consistent communication with county economic development offices.   Raquel Guillory responded that there are many communication processes\, email newsletters\, blogs\, the ChooseMaryland.org website and organized meetings that provide outreach into all economic development communities. Ursula fielded the questions to Heather Gramm of DBED Office of Business Development who stated that the regional development teams are working on the issue and they are continuing to strengthen those relationships in the municipalities. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-2014-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Economic Outlook Conference
DESCRIPTION:Maryland’s Economic Forecast & the Economic Impact of the Craft Brewing Industry in Maryland \nThe Economic Outlook Conference (EOC) is RESI’s premier event. Started in 1995\, the EOC focuses on the opportunities and threats associated with Maryland’s economy\, and features economy-driven panel discussions and notable speakers from Maryland. Dr. Daraius Irani\, Executive Director of RESI\, chairs the EOC and presents the annual economic forecast for the region. \n2014 Conference Highlights: \n\nRelease of 2015 Economic Forecast for Maryland\nNetworking with over 200 policy\, economic development\, and brewing professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and enthusiasts\nShort screenings of Brewmore | Baltimore – a recently released documentary chronicling the rich history of the beer industry in Baltimore\nA look at economics and the beer industry with Chief Economist of the National Beer Wholesalers Association in Washington\, DC\, Lester Jones\nAn optional beer tasting with keynote Fred Crudder of Heavy Seas Beer
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-outlook-conference/
LOCATION:Towson University’s West Village Commons\, 424 Emerson Drive\,  Towson\, MD\, 21252\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150107
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SUMMARY:MACo 2015 Winter Conference “The Road Ahead”
DESCRIPTION:MACo’s 2015 Winter Conference will focus on local government legislative priorities for the upcoming General Assembly Session\, integrating newly elected officials\, and building relationships with new legislators and the new Administration. \nEducational sessions will provide a mix of topics from overviews on county government fundamentals to more advanced policy issues and strategic planning on MACo’s legislative initiatives. Special programming will be provided for newly elected county officials. \n  \nMEDA is leading a General Session discussion on Thursday\, January 8th: \n“ADVANCING YOUR COMMUNITY…TECHNIQUES FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES” \nEconomic development transforms our lives by encouraging innovation\, creating jobs\, and enriching communities. Yet demographic differences amongst the counties may lead to different approaches to achieve these outcomes. This session will discuss specific economic development strategies and the importance of working together in partnership to achieve our economic goals.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-2015-winter-conference-the-road-ahead/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, 100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150115T080000
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SUMMARY:MEDA 2015 Winter Conference: Legislative Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2015 session. \nCLICK HERE TO READ THE WINTER CONFERENCE RECAP \nMEDA WINTER 2015 Agenda \nProposed change to MEDA Bylaws \nMinutes of MEDA Business Meeting – Fall 2014 \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150218T200000
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SUMMARY:Business Finance Forum
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from state and federal programs\, as well as representatives from our local banks\, will describe financing options that may be applicable to Talbot County businesses.  The event is free and reservations are requested.  If you have not done so already\, please RSVP via email MHall@talbgov.org or phone 410-770-6811 by February 17th.  Coffee and cookies will be served. \nInvited Speakers:\nRural Development\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\nU. S. Small Business Administration\nMD Department of Business and Economic Development\nEastern Shore Entrepreneur Center\nMaryland Capital Enterprises\, Inc. \n \nFinance Forum Flyer Feb 18 (pdf)
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/business-finance-forum/
LOCATION:Academy Arts Museum\, Performing Arts Room\, 106 South Street\, Easton\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150219T080000
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SUMMARY:Inaugural Economic Development Day in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Please join MEDA members and our invited guests; DBED Secretary Mike Gill\, state legislators and other state officials for the inaugural Economic Development Day in Annapolis\, as we gather to learn more about all the great things happening around our state. \n8-9:30 Continental breakfast\n9:30-noon Open schedule*\nNoon-1pm Lunch and meet DBED Secretary Mike Gill \nRegistration is required (see form below). \nYou’ll be required to show a photo id upon arrival at the House Building. \nDue to space restrictions\, this event is limited to MEDA members and Maryland elected officials \nParking Information by Park Annapolis. \n*This time is open for you to schedule for yourself.  You are encouraged to visit with legislators from your area\, and/or to observe the floor proceedings at the State House from the observation gallery.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/inaugural-economic-development-day-in-annapolis/
LOCATION:House Building\, Baltimore County Room (Rm 180)\, 6 Bladen Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150220T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1063-1424430000-1424437200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:HUBZone Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A free workshop to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses seeking the Historically Underutilized Business Zone Certification. HUBZone expert Monica Randall will facilitate the workshop. Business owners interested in becoming certified are encouraged to attend. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/hubzone-workshop/
LOCATION:Dorchester County Economic Development\, 5263 Bucktown Road\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150204T022316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1071-1424766600-1424779200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:TCF…CIF…WTF(unding)? How to prepare a winning application
DESCRIPTION:Every year TEDCO makes dozens of investments in the State’s most promising tech startups – this volume of deal flow makes TEDCO the “go to” seed stage funding source for Maryland entrepreneurs. \nYou may have heard about TEDCO’s TCF (Technology Commercialization Fund) and CIF (Cybersecurity Investment Fund) Programs and found yourself wondering “What are they?”\, “What is TEDCO looking for?”\, and “How can I maximize my chance of getting funded?” – well…now help is on the way!! \nJoin us on February 24 for an “entrepreneur only” workshop to learn how you can prepare a powerful application for these two TEDCO flagship funding programs.\nAgenda\n8:30 am – 9:00 am      Registration & Networking\n9:00 am – 10:30 am    Funding Program Overview & Process\n10:30 am -12:00 pm  Meet with Program Reviewers\nThe workshop is free and limited to 40 entrepreneurs. Reserve your spot now!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tcfcifwtfunding-how-to-prepare-a-winning-application/
LOCATION:Columbia Sheraton Hotel\, 10207 Wincopin Circle \,  Columbia\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150228
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20141105T185047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:579-1424908800-1425081599@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC Course: Managing Economic Development Offices
DESCRIPTION:This course will be in Baltimore\, MD. \nThis advanced course will focus on the key principles and practices of professional management in economic development. It will define excellence in economic development and explain the fundamentals of managing for results\, outcome-based performance\, organizational assessment\, stakeholder identification\, vision and mission scope\, organizational culture and more. Also\, participants will learn how to engage their board or council\, staff and community stakeholders\, constituents\, and customers to achieve results in job creation\, tax-base stabilization and community growth and development. Since EDOs differ from one another depending on their available resources\, location\, and mission\, this course is designed to equip a leader of any organization to make the right decisions. \nCourse Highlights:\n• Outcome-based management and performance\n• Managing conflict and developing a statement of ethics\n• Understanding and evaluating the EDOs core competencies\n• Serving the customer and measuring customer satisfaction\n• Improving knowledge management and internal processes\n• Working with board/city council members\, staff and community stakeholders\n• Team building\, determining hiring needs\, and managing budgets\n• Leveraging existing resources and working with regional organizations \n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nFebruary 26\n\n\n8:30 – 9:00 am\nRegistration\n\n\n9:00 – 10:30 am\nManaging for Excellence: An Introduction to Managing Economic Development Organizations\nSuccessful Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) are distinguished by their ability to be innovative in their program activities and to quickly react to changes in the marketplace. To do this\, an EDO manager or Executive Director must engage the board of directors and staff to create an efficient and effective organization. Participants will be introduced to the various aspects of EDO management\, with an eye toward achieving organizational excellence.\n\n\n10:30 – 10:45 am\nBreak\n\n\n10:45 am – Noon\nDefining an Organization’s Identity\nBefore embarking on ambitious plans for community improvement\, EDO leaders must first determine “who” or “what” the organization is. In order to plan for where you want go\, you must know where you are. In this session\, participants will look closely at the structure of their own organizations\, including formal components such as value and mission statements and less tangible elements like organizational culture and communication styles.\n\n\nNoon – 1:15 pm\nLunch on your own\n\n\n1:15 – 2:45 pm\nEnvisioning the Future\nAn effective organization has a clear sense of itself and where it wants to go. It can clearly articulate its direction\, purpose\, goals and rationale for the actions it is pursuing. This session will examine strategic planning and how EDO leaders can best facilitate that process among stakeholders and the Board of Directors.\n\n\n2:45 – 3:00 pm\nBreak\n\n\n3:00 – 4:30 pm\nServing the Customer\nEDOs have different ways of defining their customers. Some may see city hall as the primary customer\, others business leaders or the community as a whole. All EDOs should have a clear sense of who their customers are and what they expect. If the customer’s perception of your organization is positive\, i.e.\, they perceive you will offer them a quality product\, they are likely to continue to do business with you. This session will focus on how organizations can meet and exceed consumer expectations.\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 27\n\n\n9:00 – 10:15 am\nImproving Internal Processes\nIn order to better serve the customer\, it is important to closely explore the organization’s internal processes. This session will look at ways for EDOs to best align organizational processes toward delivering customer value. In addition\, participants will identify methods that will help structure meetings and develop trainings so that employees are able to work collaboratively to solve problems and deliver results to the customer.\n\n\n10:15 – 10:30 am\nBreak\n\n\n10:30 – 11:45 am\nDefining Leadership \nEDOs need strong boards to provide strategic leadership and to leverage resources. Unfortunately\, many boards fall short of their full leadership potential. How can the expertise and experience of board members best be utilized? This session will explore some of the pitfalls of board management and look at various strategies to fully engage board members in developing and implementing a strategic agenda.\n\n\n11:45 am – 1:00 pm\nLunch on your own\n\n\n1:00 – 2:15 pm\nMeasuring Performance / Case Study\nWith internal processes improved\, how can an organization know if the changes are having an impact on performance? To do this\, EDO managers employ a number of tools to monitor day-to-day progress\, assess performance and most importantly\, measure community impact. In this session\, participants will review the steps for successful achievement of outcome-based performance in an organization.\n\n\n2:15 – 2:30 pm\nBreak\n\n\n2:30 – 4:30 pm\nOrganizational Ethics: Focus on EDOs\nAs organizations and institutions evolve\, underscoring the need for regular education about acceptable conduct in the profession and the organization is needed to ensure long-term growth and development. This session will focus on ethics and EDOs and it help participants work through case studies to better understand ethics and economic development.\n\n\n4:15 – 4:30 pm\nWrap-up/Evaluation/Certificates\n\n\n\n\n\n* Agenda subject to change\n\n\n**PLEASE NOTE: In order to receive full IEDC certification credit for this course and a certificate indicating course completion\, participants must attend the entire course and stay through the final session on the last day. Please make travel plans accordingly.**\n\n\n\n  \nCertification\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course meets the professional development requirements for theCertified Economic Developer (CEcD) exam. CEcDs earn recertification credits for participation.\n\n\n\n  \nAccommodations/Training Location\nInformation forthcoming. \n  \nRegistration\n\n\n\n\nBy Jan 15\nJan 15 – Feb 12\n*After Feb 12\n\n\nIEDC Member\n$435\n$575\n$595\n\n\nNon-member\n$535\n$675\n$695\n\n\nFull Time Student**\n$105\n$125\n$145\n\n\n\n*Walk-in registrations will be accepted. Full payment must be made on-site in order to attend the course. \n** Copy of current transcript required.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-course-managing-economic-development-offices/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150307
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1122-1425254400-1425686399@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Carroll County Small Business Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us March 2-6\, 2015 for a week of special events! \nGET BUSINESS NOW!\nSponsored by GIBBLE ENTERPRISES HOLDINGS\nGet practical advice that you can use for your venture. Hear from a panel of successful local small business owners on how to start and grow a business in Carroll County. Representatives from local financial institutions will be available after the main program to provide information on the latest resources for the business community.\nDetails: Tuesday\, March 3rd\, 7:30-11am.\nCarroll Community College\, Westminster\, MD.\nCost: $9 includes coffee and breakfast.\n-register- \nCOMMUNICATE NOW!\nConfident Communication for Women Business Owners and Professionals\nConfident communication is one of the foundations of quality relationships. Learn effective strategies to overcome stressors\, recognize difficulties\, improve your business skills and your personal well-being. Join other women business professionals for this empowering educational session.\nDetails: Wednesday\, March 4th\, 10:30am-1:30pm.\nCarroll Community College\, Westminster\, MD.\nCost: $35 includes lunch.\n-register- \nNETWORK NOW!\nJoin members of the larger business community for networking. Exchange business cards and ideas.\nDetails: Thursday\, March 5th\, 4:00pm-6:00pm.\nCarroll County Chamber of Commerce\, Westminster\, MD.\nNo cost. Refreshments included.\n-register- \nLEARN NOW!\nCourses for entrepreneurs and small business owners are offered through the Miller Center for Small Business at Carroll Community College. Topics include business basics\, business growth\, marketing\, communication and more.\nDetails: Courses are offered at the Washington Road Campus.\nFees and times vary per course.\nFor program details visit : www.carrolltraining.com/openforbusiness \nVETERANS START-UP NOW!\nFor military veterans and current members of the armed forces. Identify resources that can assist you to start-up or expand your business.\nDetails: Wednesday\, March 4th\, 4:00pm-6:00pm.\nCarroll Business & Employment Resource Center (BERC)\, 224 N. Center St.\, Westminster\, Md\nNo cost. No registration required. \nINNOVATE NOW!\nAttend an Open House and take a tour of the new Carroll Innovation Center at Overton. Explore the office and co-working space available; complete with high-speed Wi-Fi\, copy & print center\, conference rooms\, and on-site business development services. It’s the perfect place to launch your business!\nDetails: Friday\, March 6th\, 9:00am-1pm.\n909 Baltimore Blvd.\, Westminster\, 21157.\nNo cost. No registration required.\nVisit Carrollinnovationcenter.com or call 410-386-2525.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/carroll-county-small-business-week/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150225T160408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1123-1426753800-1426777200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2015 Central Maryland Women In Agriculture Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the Howard County Economic Development Authority and fellow Women In Agriculture (WIA) at the 2015 Central Maryland WIA Forum on Thursday\, March 19.  The event will be held at the Howard County Fairgrounds and will feature a variety of presentations on specialty topics. Information on presentations to follow soon. \nRegistration 8:30-9:00 am.  Conference 9:00 am-3:00 pm.\nLight breakfast and lunch included.  Cost $35.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2015-central-maryland-women-in-agriculture-forum/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150313T145424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1157-1427997600-1428004800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:David Cordish\, Legend in Real Estate\, Speaking at University of Baltimore
DESCRIPTION:The Cordish Companies are one of the largest and oldest privately-held real estate development and operating companies in the United States. The Cordish Companies are widely recognized as one of the leaders nationally in the development of commercial real estate and entertainment districts as well as the operation of entertainment venues\, restaurants\, live performance venues and gaming operations. The company manages over 40 million square feet of commercial\, hotel and residential developments. David’s career has included also service in law and government. \nDavid will be interviewed by his son\, Jonathan Cordish\, who is Director of Finance and a Managing Partner of the Cordish Companies. \nEvent is open to the public; RSVP is required www.ubalt.edu/cordish.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/david-cordish-legend-in-real-estate-speaking-at-university-of-baltimore/
LOCATION:University of Baltimore’s Town Hall Auditorium\, 1420 Maryland Avenue \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150424T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150424T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150225T155559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1120-1429864200-1429912800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Talbot County - 7th Annual Business Appreciation & Awards Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: April 24\, 2015 \nTalbot County Economic Development Commission and\nTalbot County Office of Economic Development \nCordially Invite You To\nThe 7th Annual Business Appreciation & Awards Breakfast\nRecognizing Businesses for Outstanding Innovation\, Investment and Growth \nFriday\, April 24\, 2015\n8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. \nAdditional details to follow soon…
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/talbot-county-7th-annual-business-appreciation-awards-breakfast/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20141105T184213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141431Z
UID:576-1430042400-1430226000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2015 MEDA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Economic Development: an Investment in the Future\nCreating Opportunities…Inspiring Innovations…Enriching Communities\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW SPEAKER SLIDES FROM THE MEDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE \nCLICK HERE TO READ A RECAP OF THE INSPIRING INNOVATION PANEL  \nCLICK HERE TO READ A RECAP OF THE CREATING OPPORTUNITIES PANEL \nIt has been said that economic development is the most important non-mandated function government can provide. It has the power to change a neighborhood\, a region\, and even the world. And while most understand that a healthy local economy is desirable\, little is understood about economic development as a discipline and the importance of a sound economic development strategy. While Maryland has had a proven record in economic development\, there is a growing need to ensure that there is an understanding and unwavering support for the need to invest in economic development if we want to have a successful future for all our citizens. \nAt the 2015 MEDA Annual Conference we will bring together thought leaders for a provocative discussion about how we need to change the narrative of economic development. We will look at how we help others understand the “why” of economic development and inspire the professionals who spend their career working to make their communities a better place – and one neighborhood at a time\, work to change the world. \nThe Annual Conference will take place April 26 – April 28\, 2015 at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay in Cambridge\, Maryland. \nSPONSOR the MEDA Annual Conference!\nLink to learn about sponsorship opportunities.\n(click on the ‘Annual Conference’ tab)\nDONATE to the SILENT AUCTION\n(BENEFITS LOFTON SCHOLARSHIP FUND) !\nPlease click here.\nEXHIBIT at the MEDA Annual Conference!\nPlease click here.\nAgenda(PDF)\nBelow are items to be voted on during the MEDA Business Meeting (Monday\, April 27\, 2015): \n\n2015-16 Proposed Slate of Officers\nMEDA 2015 Winter Business Meeting Minutes\n\nRefunds cannot be provided after April 16. \nIF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE REGISTRATION FORM BELOW\, PLEASE CONTACT MEDA AT (410) 347-1246 OR INFO@MEDAMD.COM  \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2015-meda-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, 100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150409T205721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150409T205807Z
UID:1234-1430222400-1430229600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Towson University Showcase
DESCRIPTION:FORGE NEW CONNECTIONS\nat the 2015 Towson University Showcase\nWorking in partnership with the community\, Towson University’s programs and research address critical workforce shortages\, improve K-12 access and completion\, promote health and well-being\, advance sustainability initiatives\, and ensure informed decision-making. \nThe annual Showcase is the best opportunity to connect with TU.\nJoin us and learn how you can work with our faculty and research professionals to address issues pertinent to your organization. \nThe Showcase is free of charge and lunch and parking are provided.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/towson-university-showcase/
LOCATION:Towson University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150508T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150508T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150225T154215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1114-1431073800-1431102600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Leadercast Delmarva
DESCRIPTION:Building Leaders Worth Following \nLeadercast is a one-day event broadcast live from Atlanta\, GA to over 100\,000 leaders around the globe in communities like ours. It’s a movement that is changing the way the world thinks about leadership by building leaders worth following. \nJoin with us on May 8\, 2015\, and watch what we can collectively do together. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/leadercast-delmarva/
LOCATION:Colonel Richardson High School\, Federalsburg\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150124T010449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
UID:1035-1431504000-1431709200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC Course: 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 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-credit-analysis/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Baltimore Inner\, 222 St. Paul Place \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150513T145008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150513T145110Z
UID:1281-1434117600-1434139200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:34th Annual Bollinger Open
DESCRIPTION:The 34th Annual Bollinger Open \nThis year is the 34th annual Bollinger Open\, to be held on June 12th at 2 0f the 3 golf courses at Andrews Air Force Base and is played as a shotgun style tournament.  Tee off starts at 2pm.  Participants are encouraged to arrive early to register\, and hit balls on the driving range (balls provided.)  We have pro’s on one hole on each course (the tournament occupies 2 of the 3 courses at AAFBGC) to play with each foursome passing through. \nThere are prizes given out after the tournament for various games (such as longest drive\, longest put\, best score\, etc).  We also have a raffle\, where the players purchase raffle tickets and we give away nice clubs\, golf attire\, gift cards\, etc.  There is dinner following the tournament\, which is included in the registration price.  It’s a lot of fun\, even if you’re not the best golfer on the course. \nThe Cost is $125.  25% goes to the Bollinger Foundation. \n» Register (PDF) \nThe tournament attracts a wide variety of participants\, including Members of Congress\, Committee and Congressional staff\, housing industry lobbyists\, economic developers\, and many others from across the country. The Open has also seen its share of golf professionals participate in the past\, including Ed Sneed\, Nancy Maunder\, Jim Talbot\, M.J. Smith\, Brandi Underwood\, Kathleen Robinson\, Janet Ortega\, and Tiffany Faucette. \nThe Bollinger Foundation raises funds for the education and support of children who have lost one or both parents. Priority is given toward families in which either the deceased parent worked – or the surviving parent continues to work – in the field of public or affordable housing\, or community and economic development.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/34th-annual-bollinger-open/
LOCATION:Andrews Air Force Base Golf Course
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150731
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150213T140032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141540Z
UID:1074-1437955200-1438300799@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2015 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of economic development. The course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities.\nLofton Scholarships are available to MEDA members. Click here to learn how to apply for a Lofton Scholarship. \n2015 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course Schedule (PDF) \n*CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: MEDA cannot refund payments after July 1\, 2015. \n  \n** This event is currently sold out – to be placed on a waiting list please contact pamr@medamd.com **
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2015-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course-in-maryland/
LOCATION:Department of Housing & Community Development  Neighborhood Revitalization\, 2 N. Charles Street\, Suite 450 \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150511T170006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141456Z
UID:1276-1438156800-1438178400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDA 2015 Summer Conference: Marketing & Business Attraction
DESCRIPTION:How do you position a community as a product and illustrate its strengths\, its character and its identifying features and then\, how do you represent that product in order to attract employers to locate in your community? Knowing your community is a nuanced exploration in assessment\, inventory and the SWOT exercise that further illuminates and delineates a community’s assets.  It is also the ground work for developing a brand\, identifying target market and driving the message. \nThe MEDA Summer Conference will provide an overview of Marketing & Business Attraction\, including how to identify your product\, best ways to position your product\, and how to identify the value of your product in a competitive market. \nBelow is the presentation by Joe Greco about the Port of Baltimore\n  \n MEDA Summer Conference 2015 – Port of Baltimore  from Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)\n\nBelow is the keynote presentation by Secretary Mike Gill\n  \n MEDA Summer Conference – A Sales Presentation by Mike Gill  from Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)\nClick here to view the MEDA 2015 Summer Conference Agenda \nClick here to view the MEDA Annual Conference Business Meeting Minutes \nSOLD OUT!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-2015-summer-conference-marketing-business-attraction/
LOCATION:World Trade Center\, 21st Floor\, 401 E Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150816
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150611T173458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150611T173549Z
UID:1319-1439337600-1439683199@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACo Summer Conference "Energize. Mobilize. Capitalize."
DESCRIPTION:MACo Summer Conference\n“Energize. Mobilize. Capitalize.”\nAugust 12 – 15\, 2015\nRoland Powell Convention Center\nOcean City\, Maryland \nThis conference is about the challenges we can address\, the actions we can take\, and the strengths we can leverage to achieve the best gains for Maryland’s counties and citizens. \nAn estimated 2\,000 local government officials\, county staff decision-makers\, legislators\, business representatives\, and exhibitors will convene at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City\, Maryland for MACo’s Summer Conference on August 12-15\, 2015. \nParticipants will learn about the current economy from the local government perspective\, how we can foster economic growth and improve the business climate\, and the strategic partners available to us at all levels of government so that we can work together and make significant strides towards a healthier economic outlook for Maryland.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-summer-conference-energize-mobilize-capitalize/
LOCATION:Roland Powell Convention Center\, Ocean City\, MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150710T134602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150803T143548Z
UID:1362-1440144000-1440162000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Poplar Island Tour
DESCRIPTION:MEDA and Leadership Maryland have partnered to organize a tour of Poplar Island on Friday\, August 21st. This tour is free to MEDA members. \nAbout Poplar Island \nPoplar Island\, located in Talbot County\, Maryland\, is estimated to have comprised 1\,140 acres in 1847\, supporting over 100 human residents and diverse wildlife. Extensive erosion reduced the island to five acres by the 1990s. \nIn 1994\, a team of federal and state environmental agencies\, including the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Maryland Port Administration\, launched plans to restore the island to its historic size. Today\, Poplar Island is an international model for the beneficial use of dredged material. \nBy using the most modern technology\, wetland and upland habitats have been integrated into the island restoration from the outset of the project. Poplar Island already serves as a wintering site\, transient stop\, and nesting location for local and migratory wildfowl. It also provides shelter and quiet water habitats for diamondback terrapins\, crabs\, rockfish and killfish. For more information\, see the  Poplar Island Fact Sheet. \nThis tour is limited to the first 12 MEDA members to register. Please complete the form below.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/poplar-island-tour/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150916T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150824T173357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150824T173452Z
UID:1463-1442389500-1442437200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership - 30th Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-30th-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:BWI Marriott Hotel\, 1743 West Nursery Road\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150511T141820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150511T142214Z
UID:1272-1443081600-1443200400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY: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.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/neighborhood-development-strategies/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Baltimore Inner\, 222 St. Paul Place \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151003
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150611T164522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T154350Z
UID:1317-1443398400-1443830399@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Economic Development Week 2015
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nEconomic Development Week will emphasize to the general public the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase an 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 (check back for weekly updates to this list). \n2015 Sponsors\n\n \nUpcoming Events During Economic Development Week:\nInternational Offshore Wind Partnering Forum (September 27-28\, 2015) \n2015 Connect Harford (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nRise of the Rest with Steve Case in Baltimore (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nPress Release Writing Workshop (Frederick County) (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nGBC Transportation Summit (Monday\, September 28\, 2015)  \nClark Construction to hire 400 at Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation Open House (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nCaroline County – Joint Manufacturing Visits with DBED (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nBusiness Innovation Network Innovation Showcase (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015)  \nWhat You Need to Know about Government Contracting (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nBisnow Event “Future in Prince George’s County” (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nREDI Resource Meetup (R2M) (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nCecil County Brokers Event (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nBaltimore TechBreakfast featuring MII Special and more awesome tech demos (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nHoward Tech Council / Women in Tech (WIT): Geek is Chic – Making Tech Cool (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015)\n \nFEATURED EVENT: MEDA Fall Conference – Innovation: Impacting Maryland’s Industries (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nVOLT Fund Tech Loan Application Round to Open (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nHow to Win SBIR Awards in Montgomery County (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \n Maryland Manufacturing Day at the Yard (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nLogistics & Fulfillment industry focus group with the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nCecil County Open House (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nVOLT Fund Loan Application Workshop in Worcester County (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nHoward Tech Council – Membership 101 (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nPrince George’s County – Ribbon Cutting: Net Zero Green Building (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nDorchester Hosts IRONMAN Maryland (Saturday\, October 3\, 2015) \nBaltimore Innovation Week (all week) \nStartUp Maryland (throughout the week) \nWashington County Department of Business Development Prize Patrol visits (all week) \nWorcester County Economic Development – Business Visits throughout the week \n  \nProclamations:\nClick here to download a sample proclamation to use in your community [Word Doc] \nState of Maryland\n \nAllegany County\nCaroline County\nCecil County\nCity of Cumberland\nFrederick County\nGarrett County\nCity of Hagerstown\nCity of Havre de Grace\nHoward County\nKent County\nMontgomery County\nPrince George’s County\nQueen Anne’s County\nSalisbury\nSt. Mary’s County\nTalbot County\nTaneytown\nWashington County\nWorcester County\n * If your community is issuing a proclamation\, please email us at info@medamd.com so we can add it to the list. \nNews:\nMEDA to Host Economic Development Week and Fall Conference  \nCOMCAST Newsmakers Interview \nKent County Commissioners designate economic development week in county
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-week-2015/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150818T133205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150818T133205Z
UID:1431-1443427200-1443459600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:GBC Transportation Summit 2015
DESCRIPTION:Focuses on transportation issues and the need for investment in our nation’s transportation and infrastructure. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/gbc-transportation-summit-2015/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150926T003632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T003642Z
UID:2483-1443430800-1443456000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Clark Construction to hire 400 at Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Concrete Division of the Clark Construction Group\, one of the Metropolitan areas top builders\, and the Economic Development Corporation are hosting a Recruitment Open House on Monday\, September 28\, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to fill 400 skilled and unskilled general laborer positions.  The positions start at $13/hour\, plus benefits\, with the possibility of career advancement.  Orientation and interviews will be held on-site\, with potential for on the spot hiring. Job seekers are asked to bring government issued identification in the form of a valid driver’s license\, passport\, state identification card along with their social security card.  No background check is required.  Ex-offenders are welcome to apply. Free parking is available. \nTime: 9:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm \nFor more information\, contact Charmin Lloyd at cdlloyd@co.pg.md.us.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/clark-construction-to-hire-400-at-prince-georges-county-economic-development-corporation-open-house/
LOCATION:Prince George’s EDC\, 1801 McCormick Drive\, Suite 140\, Largo\, 20774
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182431
CREATED:20150926T004107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T004107Z
UID:2485-1443542400-1443546000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Bisnow Event “Future in Prince George’s County”
DESCRIPTION:Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation\, President and CEO Jim Coleman will provide opening remarks. \nCounty Executive Rushern L. Baker\, III will be the keynote speaker discussing an in depth look into major projects in the county. \nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation will also have an exhibit booth at this event providing information on services and assistance for businesses in Prince George’s County. \nFor more information\, please visit www.bisnow.com
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bisnow-event-future-in-prince-georges-county/
LOCATION:University of Maryland at College Park\, 7801 Alumni Drive  Riggs Auditorium  \, College Park\, 2074
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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