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SUMMARY:IEDC: Economic Development Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:This highly interactive course lets participants work in small teams to help understand the complexity of strategic planning and its challenges. Economic developers must build consensus among board members\, stakeholders and the community as a whole\, creating a unified vision for the future. Learn techniques to build consensus among stakeholders who represent different values and interests. Also\, participants will learn the quantitative techniques used to better understand their community including: location quotients\, shift share\, input-output and cluster analyses. Explore project assessment methods for setting priorities and measuring your plan’s impact. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Stakeholder analysis\, structuring participation\, planning fundamentals\n• Consensus building\, group facilitation and conflict\n• Defining geography\, competitive advantage and SWOT\n• Determining vision\, mission\, goals and objectives\n• Demand-side strategies and supply-side strategies\n• Identifying projects\, strategy formation and implementation\n• Setting realistic benchmarks and measuring success\n• Exploring the use of dashboard indicators
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-strategic-planning/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210822
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
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UID:38150-1629244800-1629590399@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACo 2021 Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world. All aspects of modern life have been affected – public health\, of course\, but also how we conduct business\, educate our schoolchildren\, and govern our communities. Some of these will return to “normal\,” but some changes will be with us forever. The socio-economic impacts are still unfolding\, but we can be certain – counties stood on the front lines of the pandemic and will lead the recovery. At this conference\, MACo and county leaders will explore the local role in pandemic response and recovery – strategic planning\, evolving service delivery\, emergency communications\, advancing technologies\, and fiscal obstacles – all of which constitute the fabric of local leadership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCONFERENCE NOTE: \nAt this time\, MACo is planning an in-person Summer Conference with reduced capacity and stringent safety protocols. The MACo Conference Planning Committee will re-evaluate this plan as needed. All participants must agree to MACo’s Hold Harmless Waiver. \nView MACo’s program changes and safety measures for 2021. \nContact Virginia White for more information.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-2021-summer-conference/
LOCATION:Roland Powell Convention Center\, Ocean City\, MD
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
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UID:38903-1629311400-1629318600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Project Opportunity Eastern Shore Fall 2021 Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:FREE ENTREPRENEUR TRAINING FOR VETERANS \nIs Entrepreneurship the right choice for you?\nDo you have a business idea but not sure where to start?\nDo you have a business and want to take it to the next level?\nAre you a Veteran small business owner looking to expand? \nWant to know more\, register for the Project Opportunity Eastern Shore Fall 2021 Orientation Session at www.project-opportunity.com/class/registration. Orientation is Wednesday\, August 18\, 2021 from 6:30 -8:30 PM at the American Job Center located at 31901 Tri-County Way\, Salisbury\, Maryland 21804. Attendance at the Orientation Session is a vital step in our application process. If you are interested in this class but unable to attend you must contact Program Director Joe Giordano\, joe.giordano@project-opportunity.com. \nClasses Begins Wednesday September 8\, 2021 \nProject Opportunity is an intensive curriculum based 10-week cohort program. The Fall 2021 program will meet every Wednesday\, September 8– November 10\, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:00 PM. Through grants and community business support this program is free to all veterans. The curriculum and material is facilitated by small business professionals and subject matter experts. The program concludes with a formal business pitch on November 10\, 2021. \nTraining Includes:\n❖ Assessing Your Business Idea\n❖ Marketing Analysis\n❖ Financing and Financial Management\n❖ Business Structure and Taxes\n❖ Development of a Business Plan
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/project-opportunity-eastern-shore-fall-2021-orientation-session/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210828
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20201203T202622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T151031Z
UID:33663-1629936000-1630108799@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC: Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This multi-faceted course explores the core aspects of entrepreneurial and small business development including value-add partnerships\, technical assistance programs\, financing\, business incubation and more. Entrepreneurs and small businesses stimulate job creation\, develop crucial innovations in both products and services and promote the diversification of the economic base. In this course\, you will learn the financial and managerial tools economic developers use to create a climate that encourages entrepreneurial and small business development. Also\, practitioners will examine the barriers they face and how communities can leverage their economic development resources to build highly integrated networks to help businesses thrive in the global economy. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Identifying and addressing the needs of entrepreneurs\n• Defining urban v. rural-focused entrepreneurial and small business strategies\n• Managing technical assistance (e.g.\, economic gardening) programs\n• Development and management of business incubators\n• Understanding federal and state government resources (e.g.\, SBDCs)\n• Financing programs including micro-lending\, venture capital\, and angel networks\n• Creating a technical assistance tracking system to measure job growth and etc.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-entrepreneurial-and-small-business-development-strategies-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210902
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20201203T202717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T151107Z
UID:33665-1630368000-1630540799@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC: Workforce Development Strategies
DESCRIPTION:MEDA Members can attend at the IEDC Member rate. \nSkilled workers are the backbone of a productive and efficient economy. This versatile course explains the strong relationship between economic and workforce development through case studies\, practical examples\, and current research. Course participants will learn what programs currently leverage federal\, state\, and local financial resources to support workforce development. Learn about what collaborative programs will help upgrade the skills of your community’s existing workforce. Other topics of discussion will include: talent attraction\, K-12 development and integration\, occupational analysis\, target industry clusters\, and more. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Reviewing the core components of the workforce development system\n• Availability of funding sources at the local\, state and federal levels\n• Accessing Department of Labor grants and initiatives (e.g.\, WIRED)\n• Understanding occupational data analysis and career pathways\n• Assessing qualifications\, skills and abilities of current workforce\n• Recruitment and retention of a skilled labor force\n• The role of higher education in workforce and economic development\n• New alliances\, new models and best practices in regional & local initiatives
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-https-www-iedconline-org-events-2021-08-31-training-course-online-training-course-workforce-development-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T140000
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CREATED:20210907T123131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T123131Z
UID:40931-1631178000-1631196000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Maryland Economic Resilience and Disaster Recovery Conference
DESCRIPTION:This is a once-a-year opportunity for Emergency Managers\, Economic Developers\, and their Private Sector Partners to exchange business cards and discuss ways to improve disaster recovery and economic resilience in Maryland. \nRegister Now to Join Us Next Week! \n9 AM to 2 PM | Thursday\, September 9\, 2021 \nLocation:\nMaryland Innovation Center (MIC)\nHoward County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA)\n6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\nColumbia\, MD 21046 \nThis conference will also feature: \nRelease of the new Maryland Report and Planning Guide for Economic Resilience and Disaster Recovery\n+\nExercise to Promote Public-Private Cooperation to Prepare for Future Disasters \nREGISTER HERE \nPresented by ISD and the HCEDA. Made possible with the generous support of the US EDA. \nPlease note that space is limited and the event format may change due to COVID-19 health precautions. \nFor more information\, please email info@isdus.org.\nNOTE: FORMAL CONFERENCE ENDS AT 2 PM; ADVISORY SESSIONS AVAILABLE 2 PM-5 PM \nFollowing the 2 PM official close of the conference\, attendees are welcome to stay for free business and economic recovery and resilience counseling (please sign up via helpdesk@isdus.org).
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2nd-annual-maryland-economic-resilience-and-disaster-recovery-conference/
LOCATION:Maryland Innovation Center\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210412T134913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T122925Z
UID:37430-1631610000-1631622600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2021 MEDA Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the theme of the Fall Conference will be Economic Recovery – Best Practices in Small Business & Workforce Trends Moving Forward. \nThe COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted economic activity across the nation\, and communities are looking to strategize for long-term recovery. This conference aims to identify creative and innovative programs that can speak to this economic challenge. \n9:00 – 9:15     WELCOME AND MEDA BUSINESS MEETING \n9:15 – 10:15    KEYNOTE – “Anirban Basu and the Chamber of Data” \nThere is light at the end of the tunnel.  Is it coming from an oncoming train?  This presentation supplies economic data and analysis juxtaposing the pre-pandemic and pandemic world\, and then supplies a forecast for the post-pandemic one.  Among the areas of focus are labor markets\, financial markets\, real estate\, construction\, consumer spending\, business investment\, international trade and government finances. \n10:15 – 11:15  SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR UNDERREPRESENTED BUSINESSES \nUnderrepresented business owners have been hit especially hard during this pandemic. What does recovery look like? How are communities developing tools and program support to address these unique needs? This panel will explore support for Black and Latinx business owners and entrepreneurs. \n11:15 – 12:15 FROM TRAINING TO RETAINING \nAs part of this recovery\, workforce development has transformed. This panel of representatives from across various industries and parts of the State will discuss how they’ve had to shift the work they do\, the programs they utilize\, and how they trained their employees to adapt to successfully recover from the pandemic. The regional training partners will be joined by business representatives to discuss the specific programs they’ve implemented. The ever-evolving best practices these businesses are utilizing to meet the demand of their industries and upskill and keep their employees. \n12:15               CLOSING COMMENTS AND ADJOURNMENT \nClick here to view the 2021 MEDA Fall Conference Agenda. \nClick here to view the MEDA Business Meeting Minutes from the 2021 Summer Conference. 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2021-meda-fall-conference/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210907T144311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T003226Z
UID:40957-1631625300-1631625300@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Project Restore Infomation Session
DESCRIPTION:MEDA MEMBERS-ONLY EVENT  \nThe Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is administering $25 million through Project Restore to provide financial support to Maryland’s new or expanding businesses to help incentivize commercial investment in vacant retail and commercial properties. \nThis information session is for MEDA members in partnership with DHCD. Please join us for an overview of the program and for the opportunity to ask questions about the program. The Project Restore application round is currently open. \nAdditional information\, including a link to the application\, can be found on DHCD’s  Project Restore program page https://dhcd.maryland.gov/Pages/ProjectRestore/default.aspx \nIf you have not done so already\, we encourage you to read the Notice of Funding Availability https://dhcd.maryland.gov/Pages/ProjectRestore/NOFA.aspx in advance of the call.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/project-restore/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210918
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20201203T202824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T202824Z
UID:33667-1631664000-1631923199@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC: Economic Development Credit Analysis
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on course presents business financing tools and available private financing options\, as well as how the public sector can complement bank financing. You will learn how to stimulate private sector investment that results in the creation of permanent\, private sector jobs and increased productivity. Course participants will also perform credit analysis by determining how well a company buys and sells to make a profit. Learn how to read financial reports\, financial statements\, balance sheets and profit and loss statements. Enroll now to understand the basics of structuring deals for small businesses that often combine public and private sector financing programs. \n  \nCourse Highlights:\n• Business credit analysis and deal structuring/restructuring\n• Credit risk\, maturity risk\, rate risk and liquidity\n• Determining if a firm is productive and profitable\n• Analysis of small business lending programs\n• Negotiation and loan packaging options\n• Review lending programs\n• Overview of real estate financing and lending tools
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-credit-analysis-3/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210907T133552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T133552Z
UID:40944-1631691000-1631698200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership Signature Breakfast Series: David Marriott\, Director\, Marriott International
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-signature-breakfast-series-david-marriott-director-marriott-international/
LOCATION:Marriott BWI Airport\, 1743 W. Nursery Road\, Linthicum\, MD\, 21090
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210916T123232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T123232Z
UID:41476-1632304800-1632308400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Business Financing\, COVID-19 Financing Capital\, COVID-19 General Support\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending When preparing for growth with lending\, planning\, and preparation are essential to your strategic growth plan as a business owner. Pre-funding your growth can reduce financial stress and give you time to reap the rewards of growth. In this session\, lenders will provide best practices and strategies you can use in your small business today to fund your growth goals. Social media marketing is one of the essential investments strategies you can make to accelerate growth in your business. Join us as we cover the most popular social media platforms\, who is using them\, and how you can use these tools strategically to fund your business growth. \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM \n\n\nRegistration Policies:\nRegistration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check\, money order or credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event. You may receive special payment instructions by email once you register to the event \nRefund Policy: If you wish to request a refund\, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is cancelled\, all fees will be returned. \nSpecial Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law\, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/preparing-for-growth-with-or-without-lending/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210916T123626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T123626Z
UID:41478-1632909600-1632913200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: COVID-19 General Support\, Government Contracting\, Selling to Government\, Small Disadvantaged Businesses\, Subcontracting\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Join us to meet the buyers in the State of Maryland for a virtual webinar as they share procurement opportunities below $50\,000 for small businesses. \nParticipating agencies: Maryland Department of the Environment Maryland Department of State Police Maryland State Board of Elections \nMaryland Department of Military \nMaryland Department of Human Services Maryland Department of Natural Resources Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Maryland Department of Health Maryland Department of Transportation – The Secretary’s Office Maryland Department of Transportation – State Highway Administration Maryland Department of Transportation – Maryland Transit Administration Maryland Department of Transportation – Motor Vehicle Administration University of Maryland Global Campus Four-Part Series \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/state-procurement-opportunities-50k-and-less/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210916T124059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T124133Z
UID:41483-1633426200-1633433400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Access to CDFI Lending: What is a CDFI & Lender Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing\, Business Plan\, Cash Flow Management\, COVID-19 Financing Capital\, COVID-19 General Support\nDescription: \n\nThis free 2 day series webinar is provided by the MD Small Business Development Center in partnership with Maryland’s Department of Labor and Governor’s Office of Small\, Minority & Women Business AffairsUnderserved businesses with five or fewer employees and annual sales of less than $100\,000 have access to a unique microlending program offered through Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI). \n  \nJoin us for a 2-day series to learn about: \nLending options \nWhat lenders look for \nPreparing a successful loan package \nPreparing for your meeting with a lender \nBusiness finance consulting resources \nAt the end of the second session “Preparing Your Business Financing Package\,” you will be provided a “CDFI Lending Checklist” \n  \nTo register for Day 2 Preparing Your Business Financing Package of the Access to CDFI Lending Webinar Series please click here \n\nInstructions: Please email panel questions to rchavez@umd.edu Subject Line: CDFI Panelist Questions\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/41483/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210916T123749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T123749Z
UID:41480-1633514400-1633518000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Enhancing Your Business with Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: COVID-19 General Support\, Government Contracting\, Selling to Government\, Small Disadvantaged Businesses\, Subcontracting\, Woman-owned Businesses\nDescription: \nBusiness (Growth) Strategies: Start Small…..Think BIG – WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS – (A Four-Part Series)Enhancing Your Business with Certifications Business certifications are industry recognized credentials a company can acquire to demonstrate their abilities in specific work-related areas. Certifications can assist in progressing your business to the next level. These certifications are the most well-known throughout the small business community and the world of Federal and State procurement. \nSmall Business Reserve (SBR) Program\nVeteran-owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) Program\nMinority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program\nDisadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program\nAirport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program\nSmall Business Enterprise (SBE) Program\n8a Business Development Program\nWomen Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting Program \nPart 1: Workforce Strategies to Grow Your Business 09/15/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 2: Preparing for Growth With or Without Lending 09/22/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 3: State Procurement Opportunities: $50K and Less 09/29/2021 10AM – 11AM \nPart 4: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications 10/06/2021 10AM – 11AM
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/enhancing-your-business-with-certifications/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210927T161638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T161715Z
UID:41647-1633514400-1633518000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Understanding FSC First Financing Options
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help small business owners understand financing options\, the role of the lender\, and eligibility to obtain loan funding from FSC First as an SBA lender. After completion of this workshop\, learners will have a better understanding of how their secured financing options and possible eligibility for loans from FSC First and the SBA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor all sessions in the Capital Matters Series\, there will be a 50% reduction on the loan application fee to anyone who submits a complete loan application (in accordance with our checklist) within 30 days of attending the FSC First-sponsored webinars. Contact us today for more information!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/understanding-fsc-first-financing-options/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210916T124222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T124222Z
UID:41486-1633599000-1633606200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Access to CDFI Lending: Preparing Your Business Financing Package
DESCRIPTION:Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing\, Business Plan\, Cash Flow Management\, COVID-19 Financing Capital\nDescription: \nThis free 2 day series webinar is provided by the MD Small Business Development Center in partnership with Maryland’s Department of Labor and Governor’s Office of Small\, Minority & Women Business AffairsUnderserved businesses with five or fewer employees and annual sales of less than $100\,000 have access to a unique microlending program offered through Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI). \n  \nJoin us for a 2-day series to learn about: \nLending options \nWhat lenders look for \nPreparing a successful loan package \nPreparing for your meeting with a lender \nBusiness finance consulting resources \n  \n\nInstructions: Please email panel questions to rchavez@umd.edu Subject Line: CDFI Panelist Questions
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/access-to-cdfi-lending-preparing-your-business-financing-package/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210419T151459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T171750Z
UID:37558-1634126400-1634140800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:44th Annual J. Millard Tawes Crab & Clam Bake
DESCRIPTION:All-You-Can-Eat.. STEAMED BLUE CRABS  steamed clams\, steamed corn\, Suck’m down as they Shuck’m raw clam bar\, fried clam strips\, fried fish\, sweet potato fries\, French fries\, onion rings & watermelon! \nINCLUDES beverages with all-can-drink ice cold draft beer (with I.D.)\, Pepsi &  bottled water ! Drink responsibly & bring a designated driver! \nDONT WANT TO STAND IN LINE? Reserve your VIP ticket today! We only have a limited number of tickets so dont lose your chance! Included in the VIP tent: food runners\, private rest rooms\, DJ and dancing! \nNo coolers or bags allowed In the general admission area !! \nBring family\, friends & co-workers to join us for a beautiful day by the Bay with musical entertainment and enjoy the finest seafood our local waters & watermen have to offer. \n\nSOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT!\n\n\nALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL! No REFUNDS will be given for tickets unless the event is canceled.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/44th-annual-j-millard-tawes-crab-clam-bake/
LOCATION:Somers Cove Marina\, Crisfield\, MD\, 715 Broadway\, Crisfield\, Maryland\, 21817
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20201201T155900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T144619Z
UID:33476-1634194800-1634229000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Tech at the Gap 2021
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for Launch 2021 \n7:00 am              Registration opens & breakfast begins \n8:15- 8:45           Welcome & Opening Remarks \n8:45- 10:00         General Session #1- Claire Haidar \n– Break – \n10:15- 11:05      Breakouts #1 \n– Break – \n11:15- 12:05      Breakouts #2 \n12:05- 1:45        Lunch & Exhibitor Time \n1:45- 2:45           General Session #2- Jon O’Keefe \n– Break – \n3:00- 4:15           General Session #3- Hoot Gibson \n4:15 pm              Wrap Up & Giveaways
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tech-at-the-gap-2021/
LOCATION:Rocky Gap Casino & Resort\, 16701 Lakeview Road\, Flintstone\, MD\, 21530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210930T165917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210930T165917Z
UID:41804-1634634000-1634680800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:St. Mary's County Economic Development Week Proclamation
DESCRIPTION:Watch the event live on YouTube!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/st-marys-county-economic-development-week-proclamation/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211026
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211011T124506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T124506Z
UID:42164-1635120000-1635206399@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:City of Hyattsville Economic Development Report
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Community and Economic Development will highlight the Fall 2021 Economic Development Report. This report provides updates on the Sustainability Plan\, Business Retention and Expansion Strategy\, and the Corridor Investment Grant and Commercial Façade Improvement Grant. It also highlights Hyattsville Community Development Corporation’s traffic box wrapping public art program. \nThe City regularly publishes an economic development report detailing key facts and figures about our City as well as highlighting businesses and funding opportunities. \nThe most recent Economic Development Report published in the Fall of 2021 can be accessed here. \nThe previous Economic Development Report\, from Spring of 2021\, can be accessed here. \nAn archive of previous Economic Development Reports can be accessed here.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/city-of-hyattsville-economic-development-report/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210412T135440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T134753Z
UID:37432-1635120000-1635551999@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2021 Economic Development Week in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nEconomic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize 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 in Maryland (check back for weekly updates to this list). \nThe MEDA Foundation 14th Annual Silent Auction:\nThe MEDA Foundation 14th Annual Silent Auction will be held during 2021 Economic Development Week in Maryland! The virtual auction will start at 8:00am on Monday\, October 25\, and close at noon on Friday\, October 29. We appreciate your support and participation in this virtual format. Funds raised will support our Lofton Scholarship Fund. \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact Margaret Bollhorst directly at 410-456-6459. \nSignature Events:\nOctober 28 – 2021 MEDA Rural Economic Development Session – Mid and Lower Shore \nSponsorship:\nIf you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland\, please click here. \n \n\n \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nMedia Coverage:\nCity of Hyattsville celebrates the local business community during Maryland’s 2021 Economic Development Week \nMEDA Celebrates Economic Development Week in Maryland \nMEDA Economic Development Week in Maryland Celebrates Resilience \nEconomic Development Week 2021: Taking the Road Less Traveled \nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation to Celebrate Maryland Economic Development Week Starting on October 25 \nMEDA hosts Rural Economic Development Session in Maryland \nAnne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman: Let’s get back to work \nAnne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman Weekly Press Conference \nCelebrating Business in Brunswick Week – October 25-29\, 2021 \nHoward County Executive Ball Highlights Economic Development Week\, Road to Recovery \nCaroline County observes Economic Development Week \nThe City of College Park Celebrates Maryland’s Economic Development Week \nRecord Funding Invested in Montgomery County\, Maryland Companies in 2021 Q1-Q3 \nProclamations: (Please do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P. O. Box) Thank you!\nState of Maryland \nAllegany County \nAnne Arundel County \nCalvert County \nCecil County \nCharles County \nCity of Brunswick \nCity of Frederick \nCity of Frostburg \nCity of Greenbelt \nCity of Hagerstown \nCity of Hyattsville \nCity of Rockville \nGarrett County \nHoward County \nKent County \nPrince George’s County \nQueen Anne’s County \nSomerset County \nSt. Mary’s County \nTEDCO \nTown of Bel Air \nWorcester County \nSpecial Events:\nOctober 25-29 – Frederick County: 2021 Business Appreciation Week \nOctober 25 – City of Hyattsville Economic Development Report \nOctober 25 – St. Mary’s County: 8a Certification and Doing Business With The Federal Government \nOctober 26 – City of Hyattsville Business Spotlight \nOctober 26 – Frederick County: Social Media Marketing \nOctober 26 – Frederick County: Navigating eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) \nOctober 26 – Howard County: Pitch and Mingle: The Great Pumpkin Pitch! \nOctober 26 – MEDA Young Leaders Improv (This is an exclusive MEDA Young Leaders event.) \nOctober 26 – Montgomery County: PitchMasters Workshop \nOctober 26 – St. Mary’s County: AeroPark Business Park and SMART Build \nOctober 27 – Allegany County: Survival Tips For Business Owners \nOctober 27 – Anne Arundel County: Inclusive Venture Program Graduation \nOctober 27 – Cecil County: Manufacturers Leadership Summit \nOctober 27 – Frederick County: Survival Tips For Business Owners \nOctober 27 – FSC First: Preparing Required Loan Application Documents \nOctober 27 – Garrett County: Job Fair \nOctober 27 – City of Hyattsville Small Business Roundtable \nOctober 27 – St. Mary’s County: NAWCAD Virtual Industry Day \nOctober 27 – St. Mary’s County: Women in Agriculture 2021: Managing Your Finances Resiliently \nOctober 27 – St. Mary’s County: Business After Hours \nOctober 28 – BWI Business Partnership: Women’s Leadership Breakfast Series \nOctober 28 – Calvert County: Intellectual Property in Government Contracts \nOctober 28 – Prince George’s County: City of Hyattsville Behind the Scenes Tour \nOctober 28 – Southern Maryland Innovates: Maryland Made: Manufacturers and Makers Trivia Night \nOctober 29 – City of Hyattsville Certificates of Recognition \nOctober 29 – Wicomico County: Salisbury University Shore Hatchery \nClick here to learn about previous Economic Development Week in Maryland activities:\n\n2020\n2019\n2018\n2017\n2016\n2015\n2014\n2013\n2012\n2011
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2021-economic-development-week-in-maryland/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20210823T134621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T135902Z
UID:40670-1635120000-1635551999@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Frederick County OED: 2021 Business Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:FREDERICK COUNTY OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT’S BUSINESS APPRECIATION WEEK\nThe Frederick County Office of Economic Development (OED) and BAW ambassadors will be highlighting Frederick County’s businesses that have STARTED\, EXPANDED or LOCATED to Frederick in 2020-2021. You have truly “Gone the Distance” and we want to recognize and thank you for your perseverance and dedication\, especially during these challenging years. \nOED will conduct a 30 minute VIRTUAL Zoom meeting with participating businesses with a small team of ambassadors (3-4)\, including leaders in the community\, to learn more about your business\, identify concerns or issues and share business resources. By participating\, businesses will receive free extensive marketing exposure throughout the year including: \nManning Media: \n\nChance to win Manning Media’s Advertising Package (worth at least $5\,000) including radio\, social media\, website and streaming\nBusiness listing/logo on the Business Appreciation Week feature page\nTwo businesses each week will be featured on social media (this will go on throughout the year)\nPodcast interviews (limited to 10 businesses) to market your business and services\nSelect businesses will receive a main mention on Key 103 and 106.9 The Eagle radio stations leading up to and during BAW\nBusiness listing in the Open for Business Directory\nReceive a two minute video shoot at Manning Media Studios\n\nFrederick News Post ad featuring BAW businesses in November 2021 issue. \nFrederick Magazine ad featuring BAW businesses in January 2022 edition. \nOED:  \n\nInvitation to the BAW 2021 Kick-off October 22nd with Manning Media\nHighlight your business through our social media during the week of October 25-29\nFeatured in monthly e-newsletter\nInvitation to the 2021 OED Annual Business Reception in November
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/frederick-county-oed-2021-business-appreciation-week/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211005T192839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T192839Z
UID:42031-1635166800-1635174000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:8a Certification and Doing Business With The Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:This 8(a) Certification workshop provides information on how small businesses can better position themselves to compete more effectively in the federal marketplace. We will review this business development program including eligibility requirements and benefits of the program. \nAre you interested in doing business with the federal government? If yes\, you should attend this webinar to learn about the steps to selling your product and/or services to the federal government. Each fiscal year\, the government spends over $500 Billion on goods and services. We will discuss how to identify which agencies procure what your firm offers\, how to locate work for bid as well as upcoming procurement forecasts\, and how to find the appropriate points of contact and small business specialists who can assist you in maneuvering through the process. Join us for an exciting webinar to get you started and on the right track to federal procurement success! \nPresenter: Monica M. Randall\, CEO The Randall Group\, LLC which is a Woman-Owned Small Business and MD MBE/DBE/SBE & SBR Certified
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/8a-certification-and-doing-business-with-the-federal-government/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211012T195345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T195345Z
UID:42218-1635166800-1635174000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Webinar-8(a) Certification And Doing Business With The Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:This 8(a) Certification workshop provides information on how small businesses can better position themselves to compete more effectively in the federal marketplace. We will review this business development program including eligibility requirements and benefits of the program. Are you interested in doing business with the federal government? If yes\, you should attend this webinar to learn about the steps to selling your product and/or services to the federal government. Each fiscal year\, the government spends over $500 Billion on goods and services. We will discuss how to identify which agencies procure what your firm offers\, how to locate work for bid as well as upcoming procurement forecasts\, and how to find the appropriate points of contact and small business specialists who can assist you in maneuvering through the process. Join us for an exciting webinar to get you started and on the right track to federal procurement success! Presenter: Monica M. Randall\, CEO The Randall Group\, LLC which is a Woman-Owned Small Business and MD MBE/DBE/SBE & SBR Certified
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/webinar-8a-certification-and-doing-business-with-the-federal-government/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211027
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211011T125649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T125649Z
UID:42171-1635206400-1635292799@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:City of Hyattsville Business Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Ward will spotlight a local business\, Maryland Meadworks\, for the successful competition of their mural installation and contribution to our community’s resilient economy.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/city-of-hyattsville-business-spotlight/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211012T200139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T200139Z
UID:42225-1635242400-1635249600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Navigating eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)
DESCRIPTION:What exactly is eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA)? Opportunities to do business with the State are advertised on our e-procurement platform\, eMaryland Marketplace Advantage\, better known as eMMA. Vendors who want to compete in this arena must register (for free) on the system in order to receive solicitation notices\, obtain detailed information of contracting opportunities\, submit bids\, and obtain bid results. Join us for an in-depth look at how to navigate this valuable tool and make it work for your company. \nWho should attend? Small\, minority\, women\, and veteran business owners who want to learn more about navigating the state’s e-procurement platform and gain a better understanding of how to identify procurement opportunities. \nYour instructor is Dr. Victoria L. Steeger\, Chief Learning Officer\, Office of State Procurement with the Maryland Department of General Services.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/navigating-emaryland-marketplace-advantage-emma/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211012T205151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T205151Z
UID:42234-1635246000-1635250500@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:PITCHMASTERS WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Since PitchMasters creation\, over 100 companies have presented their businesses to CEOs\, advisors\, business attorneys\, and investors to gain valuable feedback. At this workshop-style event\, companies seeking to become “pitch-perfect” will present their investor decks to the group and receive feedback to help refine their pitch before they go in front of investors. This is a great opportunity for companies to get ready for that “ask.” Founders receive 6 minutes to pitch and 10 minutes of feedback. \nPitchMasters is a free workshop produced as a partnership between NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers\, SEED SPOT\, and Maryland Tech Council as all of these organizations recognize the vast\, innovative talent throughout the East Coast. \nThis year PitchMasters will be a completely virtual event held over zoom. All events will be held 11am to 12:15pm ET. \nSponsored by: NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers\, SEED SPOT\, and Maryland Tech Council
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/pitchmasters-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211005T193339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T162753Z
UID:42033-1635251400-1635255000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:AeroPark Business Park and SMART Build
DESCRIPTION:Host: St. Mary’s County Economic Development Department \nLocation: AeroPark Innovation District \nThis is an invitation-only event.  \nThe Business Walk provides a close up view of the current\, new\, and future assets at the AeroPark Innovation District. The tour starts with the Southern Maryland Autonomous Research and Technology\, or SMART Building. The newly-opened facility features a Matrix lab with an indoor flight facility\, a circulating water channel\, and a ground robotics laboratory. \nThe AeroPark Business Walk includes new building sites housing technology and manufacturing companies. The innovative approach blends contemporary office space with high clearance for functional and flexible work space. Highlights include: aviation and testing projects at Pax Aero; the ABSI Defense high altitude motor glider; explorations of TechPort and the UMD Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Test Site.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/aeropark-business-park-and-smart-build/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211012T195945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T195945Z
UID:42223-1635253200-1635258600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Join this session to learn how to build on the basic tenets of marketing strategies which are a culmination of developing a brand and defining your business’s ideal customer to target. Developing a Value Proposition is essential in understanding what your customer buys and wants. This webinar will focus on using Social Media to get your message\, your product\, and/or your service to potential customers and clients! \nPresenter: Lisa Creason\, SBDC Consultant
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/social-media-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145446
CREATED:20211012T204730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T204730Z
UID:42231-1635253200-1635357600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Garrett County Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Garrett County Job Fair — A partnership of Garrett College\, 104.5 KHJ\, 92.3 The Train & 1050 AM WMSG\, the Western Maryland Consortium\, and the Garrett County Department of Business Development are happy to announce that the Garrett County Job Fair will be held on Wednesday\, October 27\, 2021\, from 1:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. If you are seeking to fill positions within your organization\, we invite you to participate! \nThe Job Fair is being held at a new location\, the Garrett County Fairgrounds Ag Heritage Hall. Included in the registration fee is a table\, 2 chairs\, and a sign indicating the company name. Food will be provided. Please register by October 4\, 2021.  Early registration will ensure you a space and allow us to get the word out that your organization will be represented at the Job Fair. \nEmployers wishing to register for the Job Fair are asked to visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/168747280659. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Kaitlyn Glotfelty\, Program Coordinator of Adult Basic Education & Workforce Development\, Garrett College\, at (301)387-3770.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/garrett-county-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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