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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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150307
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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
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150313T145424Z
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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
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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:20260404T040123
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150409T205721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150409T205807Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150225T154215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150325T163137Z
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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
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150513T145008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150513T145110Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150731
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150511T170006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141456Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150611T173458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150611T173549Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150710T134602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150803T143548Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150824T173357Z
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SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership - 30th Annual Meeting
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150511T141820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150511T142214Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151003
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150818T133205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150818T133205Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150926T003632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T003642Z
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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:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150926T004107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T004107Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150818T133651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T154317Z
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SUMMARY:MEDA Fall Conference - Emerging Innovative Technologies in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Innovation and new technologies impact the way we live\, learn\, work and play not only today but in the years to come. Industry leaders are integrating rapidly advancing technologies to support product development\, drive new markets\, new applications\, and new opportunities! \nUnderstanding how this will transform lives by creating opportunities and enriching our communities will be critical to creating and supporting the environment to make these businesses successful. \nThis conference will address:\n\nWho’s innovating and what drives it?\nHow is innovation driving new markets?\nHow can Maryland strategically support these emerging markets?\n\nInnovation continues to drive new markets\, applications\, our consumer market\, and our future – from Pharmaceuticals\, drones\, GIS Mapping capabilities\, rapid prototyping\, to the new app on your iPhone. \nPanel Discussions:\n\nInnovations Panel: Who is innovating and why? Who is development new technologies? What is driving innovation? What are the emerging technology clusters?  How are technologies being adapted – commercialized?\nBusiness Panel: How is innovation driving new markets? Innovators who are engaged in developing specific new products in key areas and who is betting on (aka investing in) these companies? Industry leaders to share what the key technology drivers for their industry and the impact to New Markets\n\nAgenda:\nClick here to download the MEDA 2015 Fall Conference  – subject to change (PDF)\nParking:\nTown Square Garage 61 –\n801 Ellsworth Dr.\nSilver Spring\, MD 20901 \n Hotel:\nCourtyard Silver Spring Downtown  for 159.00 USD  per night until September 18th\nAfter September 18th Rate goes up to $269.00 \nCourtyard by Marriott\nSilver Spring – Downtown\n8506 Fenton Street\nSilver Spring\, MD 20910 \nReservation call:  301-589-4899\nGroup code “MEDMEDA” for Single King and “MEDMEDB” for Double Queen rooms. \nMEDA 2015 Summer Conference Business Meeting Minutes\nRegistration:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-fall-conference-innovation-impacting-marylands-industries/
LOCATION:Silver Spring Civic Center\, 1 Veterans Pl\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150929T131247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T131247Z
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SUMMARY:VOLT Fund Loan Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/volt-fund-loan-application-workshop/
LOCATION:Ocean Pines Library\, 11107 Cathell Road\, Berlin\, MD\, 21811\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
ORGANIZER;CN="Worcester County Economic Development":MAILTO:mmears@co.worcester.md.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150926T002929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T002929Z
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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Net Zero Green Building
DESCRIPTION:Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker\, III will bring remarks during the ribbon cutting ceremony for completion of phase I for the Potomac Watershed Study Center. \nBACKGROUND  \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation (AFF) is celebrating the completion of the first phase of construction for the Potomac Watershed Study Center\, which includes the grand opening of the Grass Day-Use Building and Boardwalk and Observations Stations. The Study Center and its high-performance\, net-positive facilitates will support AFF’s ability to educate students and teachers as well as inspire future innovation. \nConstruction for the first phase of the $17 million Study Center broke ground on April 25\, 2013. Prince George’s County contributed $3.45 million to the project. Soon-to-be-built facilities at the Study Center include the Moss Overnight Lodge and Sleeping Cabins. \nThe Potomac Watershed Study Center is located on the AFF’s Hard Bargain Farm in Accokeek\, Maryland. \nABOUT THE ALICE FERGUSON FOUNDATION’S POTOMAC WASTERSHED STUDY CENTER  \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation’s new Potomac Watershed Study Center is designed to meet the Living Building Challenge© – a set of standards for environmentally responsible building design\, construction\, operation and maintenance that surpass LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. The high performance net-positive energy\, net-positive water and carbon neutral education facilities and outdoor spaces that encompass the Potomac Watershed Study Center will have no negative impact on the surrounding environment and meet the seven requirements of the Living Building Challenge\, including: \n\nRestoring a healthy local ecosystem;\nCreating all its energy from solar power;\nSupporting a just\, equitable world;\nCelebrating beauty\, inspiring transformative change through design;\nSourcing all its water from rainfall;\nChoosing non-toxic materials; and\nMaximizing physical and psychological health of guests.\n\nThe center will use geothermal and solar energy for heating and cooling\, treat waste water and storm water on site and reuse grey water for landscape irrigation. \nABOUT THE GRASS DAY-USE “LIVING” BUILDING  \nThe Grass Day-Use Building also known as a “living” building is one of eight certified living buildings in the world\, and is a significant investment in green infrastructure and manufacturing in Prince George’s County\, Maryland. Through advance environmental and construction design\, the Center utilizes geothermal and solar energy for heating and cooling\, treat waste water and stormwater on site\, and refuse gray water for landscape irrigation. \nConstruction and building products are formaldehyde-free. Additional features include the following: \n\nLow voltage LED interior and site lighting;\nFormaldehyde-free conduit electrical wiring;\nNutrient-recycling toilets;\n100 cubic-yards of formaldehyde-free concrete;\n8 kW rooftop solar system;\n100% wood products certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council;\n3\,800 square feet of cement fiber siding;\n20 geothermal wells\, each 450-feet deep; and\nNative plants included in area landscaping.\n\nABOUT ALICE FERGUSON FOUNDATION  \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation was established in 1954 as a non-profit organization chartered in the State of Maryland. The Alice Ferguson Foundation’s educational programs unite students\, educators\, park rangers\, communities\, regional organizations and government agencies throughout the Washington\, D.C. metropolitan area to promote the environmental sustainability of the Potomac River watershed. \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation’s mission is to connect people to the natural world\, sustainable agricultural practices and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education\, stewardship and advocacy. For more than 50 years\, the Alice Ferguson Foundation has provided the opportunity for hands-on\, active and direct experience outdoor environmental and agricultural education to hundreds of thousands of elementary school children from Washington\, D.C. and the nearby suburbs of Maryland and Virginia \nToday the Alice Ferguson Foundation annually serves 4\,000 elementary school students in one-and-two-day (overnight) environmental and agricultural programs onsite; serves an additional 6\,000 middle and high school students in National and State parks throughout the metropolitan Washington\, D.C. area; trains hundreds of teachers in outdoor environmental curricula; and leads the Trash Free Potomac Watershed Initiative\, a community-wide movement in trash education and reduction through volunteer cleanups\, a Trash Summit\, and policy\, regulation and market-based solutions to the trash issue.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/ribbon-cutting-net-zero-green-building/
LOCATION:Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Hard Bargain Farm Environment Center                          Net Zero Green Building\, 2001 Bryan Point Road   \, Accokeek\, 20607
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150831T125503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T144103Z
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SUMMARY:Embassy Night
DESCRIPTION:The World Trade Center Institute presents Embassy Night – a VIP dinner bringing together the region’s key business leaders\, high level executives\, embassy representatives\, and senior embassy representatives. \nShowcase the region’s key international business results and markets for 2015\nHonor and network with influential embassy leaders from 30+ countries\nGlean international business insights from breakout sessions and dinner speakers\nMore information about the event can be found at the Embassy Night Website.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/embassy-night/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150818T145631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151027T134744Z
UID:1438-1446654600-1446669000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:EAGB Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin more than 400 of the region’s business and government leaders for the Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore’s Annual Meeting\, November 4\, 2015 at the Hilton Baltimore. \nWhile Maryland is known for its history and culture\, food and beautiful landscape\, this year’s annual meeting will celebrate one of the region’s greatest assets – the people – as they tell their stories.  The program will recognize the region’s growing companies and those who make our community a world-class market in which to live\, work\, learn and invest. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/eagb-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Hilton Baltimore\, 401 W Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20150916T125528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T152716Z
UID:1563-1447747200-1447779600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo
DESCRIPTION:TEDCO presents the fifth annual Entrepreneur Expo \nPitch. Network. Be Inspired. \n-Over 50 sessions with industry tracks \n-Fireside chats with inspiring entrepreneurs \n-Pitch opportunities to investors \n-Founder stories \n-One-on-one time with mentors \n-Startup Alley \nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-entrepreneur-expo/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151205
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20151019T132305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151019T132351Z
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SUMMARY:MEDA Awards Nomination Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The MEDA Awards\, sponsored by Miles & Stockbridge P.C.\, recognize the people\, programs\, and projects bringing economic prosperity to Maryland. If an individual\, community\, or business initiative has created jobs and renewed spirit in your hometown\, then we want you to nominate for the 2016 MEDA Awards! \nExplore each award category and submit your nomination below: \n\nEconomic Development or Redevelopment Project\nEconomic Development or Redevelopment Program\nEconomic Development Marketing\nHall of Fame (Merged with Life Membership)\nVolunteer of the Year\n\nDEADLINE TO NOMINATE FOR THE 2016 MEDA AWARDS – December 4\, 2015!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-awards-nomination-deadline/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20160114T023130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T173531Z
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SUMMARY:Economic Development Day in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Please join MEDA members and our invited state legislators and other state officials for the 2nd Annual 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** \n**Keynote Address\, R. Michael Gill\, Secretary of Commerce \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. \nEconomic Development Day in Annapolis will NOT be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please travel safely and we look forward to seeing everyone. 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-day-in-annapolis/
LOCATION:House Building\, Baltimore County Room (Rm 180)\, 6 Bladen Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20151016T151104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160111T141309Z
UID:2522-1456387200-1456506000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC: Business Retention & Expansion
DESCRIPTION:This interactive course presents the core components of a BRE program and why the concerns of local businesses need to be actively addressed. By building an understanding of business visitation techniques and survey methods\, practitioners will be able to clearly gauge their community’s business climate. Learn the “red flags” that may indicate a company is looking to move elsewhere\, and learn how to structure an effective technical assistance program to respond to business concerns. This course helps participants understand how a BRE program relates to attraction\, workforce development\, small business finance\, technology transfer and many other economic development activities.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-business-retention-expansion/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T040123
CREATED:20160107T151917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T173535Z
UID:2657-1459936800-1459951200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Wallops Island Tour
DESCRIPTION:MEDA and Leadership Maryland have partnered to organize a tour of Wallops Island on Wednesday\, April 6\, 2016. Explore NASA’s principal facility for the management and implementation of suborbital research programs. Wallops plays a vital role in conducting aerospace and science research. The facility is NASA’s only rocket launch range\, which supports missions for suborbital and orbital rocket vehicles while providing range safety\, surveillance\, and vehicle tracking communications. \nCapitalize on the opportunity to explore a facility that houses over 1\,800 employees. Although Wallops is located in Virginia\, 50 percent of these employees are Maryland residents. This tour is free to MEDA members and registration is on a first come\, first serve basis. \nRegister soon as the tour is limited to 10 MEDA members and 10 Leadership Maryland members.  \nVisit the NASA / Wallops Island website for additional details – https://www.nasa.gov/centers/wallops/home \nReady to register? Please complete the form below.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/wallops-island-tour/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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