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SUMMARY:Washington County Business Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:The Washington County Department of Business Development invites all local businesses to sign up to be recognized during the 2020 Business Appreciation Week\, which will run from October 19 – October 23\, 2020. Because we are still in the midst of a pandemic\, Business Appreciation Week will look different than last year. To keep businesses and employees safe\, we will not be doing in-person site visits but instead offering free marketing exposure and the chance for businesses to win different prizes throughout the week. By signing up\, your business will receive the following opportunities: \n\nFree marketing exposure on Washington County website and social media\nShowcase your products or services\nShare any concerns or potential issues\nAutomatically entered to win prizes throughout the week\nGrand prize of 100 commercials on Live 96.7\n\nAll businesses are invited to stop by the square in downtown Hagerstown on Friday\, October 23\, 2020 between 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. as Ryan Smetzer from Live 96.7 hosts a thank you celebration to all Washington County businesses. \nFor additional information or questions\, please contact Carmen Harbaugh of Washington County Department of Business Development at charbaugh@washco-md.net.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/washington-county-business-appreciation-week/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201226
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SUMMARY:Economic Development Week Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Economic Development Week Tribute:\nTo celebrate the 10th year of Economic Development Week in Maryland\, we’re celebrating with 10 weeks of economic development! We’re using October 19-23\, 2020 as a kickoff week to recognize proclamations and events\, then having 9 themed weeks following our kickoff. \nOverview:\nEconomic Development Week in Maryland 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 in Maryland (check back for weekly updates to this list). \nSponsorship:\nIf you’re interested in sponsoring our Economic Development Week Tribute\, please click here. \nEconomic Development Week Tribute Videos:\n \nEconomic Development Week Tribute Schedule:\nCyber & Aerospace: December 7-11 \nDecember 9-10 – F3 Tech 2020 CyberAg Symposium \nEducation & Workforce: December 14-18 \nTourism: December 21-25 \nEconomic Development Week in Maryland: October 19-23 \n**FEATURED EVENT** October 19 – Economic Development Week in Maryland Kickoff \nOctober 19-23 – Washington County Business Appreciation Week \nOctober 19 – 2020 BioHealth Capital Region Virtual Forum & Crab Trap Competition \nOctober 19 – Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger: Counseling Session \nOctober 19 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: Manufacturing Monday \nOctober 20 – City of Hyattsville: Success in the New Normal \nOctober 20 – Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger: CEO Bootcamp: Retail Omnichannel Strategy \nOctober 20 – Mountain Maryland: Post COVID-19 Recovery Workshop for MMTN \nOctober 20 – RMI Champions of MD Manufacturing People’s Choice Awards Winners \nOctober 20 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: Technology Tuesday \nOctober 21 – Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger: CEO Bootcamp: Restaurant Procurement: Best Practices for Purchasing \nOctober 21 –  The Patuxent Partnership: Rocks and Rules: America and the South China Sea with Gregory Poling\, Senior Fellow for Southeast Asia and Director\, Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative \nOctober 21 – WTCI Agile Innovation Series: Cybersecurity \nOctober 21 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: Wellness Wednesday \n**FEATURED EVENT** October 22 – MEDA Young Leaders Economic Development Week Trivia Night \nOctober 22 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: The ABCs of Business Formation: Setting Up Your Company for Success \nOctober 22 – Maryland Tech Council: CapitalM ZoomCast Live – COVID Series: Developing and Deploying COVID-19 Vaccines and Therapeutics \nOctober 22 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: Take us Out Thursday \nOctober 22 – International Cybersecurity Partners and Perspectives – Israel & Maryland \nOctober 23 – Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger: Capital Matters: Sources of Credit \nOctober 23 – Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation: Federal Government Friday \nManufacturing: October 26-30 \nSponsored by Maryland MEP and the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland \nOctober 27 – Maryland MEP Webinar: Online Training and Resources to Upskill Your Workforce \nOctober 28 – TPP Annual Meeting 2020 \nOctober 29 – RMI and Stanley Black & Decker Talk Manufacturing with Towson University Business Program Students \nEnergy: November 2-6 \nNovember 5-6 – IEDC Course: Business Retention and Expansion \nNovember 5 – MWCC Lean Learnings \nNovember 6 – MEDCO Properties Tour hosted by the MEDA Membership Committee and Leadership Maryland \nReal Estate / Development: November 9-13\, 2020 \nNovember 9 – Maryland Planning Commissioners Association 37th Annual Conference – Virtual \nNovember 10 – Charles County Economic Development Fall Meeting 2020 \nNovember 10 – I95 TECH TALKS: Women in Business \nEntrepreneurship: November 16-20 \nNovember 17 – IEDC Course: Economic Development Marketing and Attraction \nNovember 18-20 – IEDC Course: Economic Development Credit Analysis \nNovember 19 – Maryland Women’s Business Center – A Decade of Difference: Celebrating 10 years of EmpowHERment \nFinance & International: November 23-27 \nLife Sciences & Agribusiness: November 30-December 4  \nDecember 2 – 2020 Maryland State of the Ports \nDecember 3 – Rural Economic Development Session – Southern Maryland Edition
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-tribute/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T170000
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SUMMARY:2020 BioHealth Capital Region Virtual Forum & Crab Trap Competition
DESCRIPTION:This free event for executive-level biotech leaders is presented by the Association of University Research Parks\, AstraZeneca\, BioHealth Innovation\, Children’s National Health System\, Emergent BioSolutions\, George Mason University\, JLABS\, J.P. Morgan\, Johns Hopkins University\, Maryland Department of Commerce\, Virginia Bio\, and Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati\, P.C. \nMaryland\, Virginia\, and Washington\, DC set the bar high for biotech innovation. So please join us for our 6th Annual BioHealth Capital Region Forum that will highlight the accomplishments of today and chart our successes of tomorrow. \nWe are excited to bring you an exceptional line up of speakers to this virtual event! \n*Please note that attendees’ name might be recorded if participating in the chat function during the event.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2020-biohealth-capital-region-virtual-forum-crab-trap-competition/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T103000
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SUMMARY:Economic Development Week in Maryland Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:MEDA invites you to join us for our Economic Development Week in Maryland Kickoff event on October 19 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. As we celebrate our 10th Economic Development Week in Maryland\, hear updates and upcoming events from economic developers around the state of Maryland. Also\, get ready to Rock your Week with a keynote address from returning speaker\, Melanie Spring! \nSpeakers include: \n\nSecretary Kelly Schulz\, Maryland Department of Commerce\nHeather Gramm\, CEcD\, MEDA President\nKim Clark\, MEDA Foundation President\nand Melanie Spring\, CEO of Melanie Spring Productions and keynote speaker.\n\nThe event is free for MEDA members and $25 for non-members.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-week-in-maryland-kickoff/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201010T004656Z
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SUMMARY:Emerge Stronger: Counseling Session
DESCRIPTION:BRI CEO’s are invited to participate in a business recovery session with experienced business counselors to receive immediate feedback on their current Covid19 recovery efforts. \nCounselors will include one or more members of the PGCEDC staff and other experts with business management\, finance\, marketing and strategic planning experience. \nCompanies will be asked to submit their recovery/continuity plan\, if available\, and specific questions in advance of their session. \nSessions will run 40-minutes. \nFollowing a brief presentation by the company on their current business situation and recovery efforts\, counselors will ask provide feedback based upon the dialogue and documents submitted. \nCounselors may suggest additional business resources\, including additional Emerge Stronger programs and other wrap around support services. \nRequest a counseling session here
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/emerge-stronger-counseling-session/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201012T145712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T205156Z
UID:32299-1603112400-1603123200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger: Counseling Session
DESCRIPTION:BRI CEO’s are invited to participate in a business recovery session with experienced business counselors to receive immediate feedback on their current Covid19 recovery efforts. \nCounselors will include one or more members of the PGCEDC staff and other experts with business management\, finance\, marketing and strategic planning experience. \nCompanies will be asked to submit their recovery/continuity plan\, if available\, and specific questions in advance of their session. \nSessions will run 40-minutes. \nFollowing a brief presentation by the company on their current business situation and recovery efforts\, counselors will ask provide feedback based upon the dialogue and documents submitted. \nCounselors may suggest additional business resources\, including additional Emerge Stronger programs and other wrap around support services. \nRequest a counseling session here
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/emerge-stronger-counseling-session-2/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201021
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201013T162043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T162043Z
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SUMMARY:RMI Champions of MD Manufacturing People’s Choice Awards
DESCRIPTION:Beginning on Monday\, October 12 through Sunday\, October 18\, the public is invited to vote online for their favorite 2020 Champion of Maryland Manufacturing in each of the seven Champion story categories: Innovation\, Workforce\, Diversity & Inclusion\, Fighting COVID-19\, Community Engagement & Energy Efficiency & Sustainability. All Champions featured in the online Champions Directory are eligible candidates and are included in the appropriate category in the Voting Survey. You can view a list of all Champions here and read Champion stories via the Directory here. \nAnnouncement of Champion Winners: As for who will be announced as the winners\, the two Champions in each of the seven categories that receive the most votes will be designated as the 2020 Champions of MD Manufacturing People’s Choice winners. Winners will be announced on Tuesday\, October 20th and recognized through press\, email and social media announcements by RMI and our 13 Champions program partner organizations. But there’s more… \nBenefits of Being Selected a Champion Winner: Each month\, starting in November and running through May 2021\, RMI will host a webinar featuring a discussion on a select topic with the top two People’s Choice winners from one of the seven categories. This will give the business community\, educators\, students\, legislators/policy makers and general public the opportunity to get to know these Champions and their efforts more intimately and gain a greater appreciation for their value to our state’s manufacturing industry. It’s great exposure for these Champions and just another way RMI will continue to shed a positive light on Maryland manufacturing! \nTo vote\, click here.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rmi-champions-of-md-manufacturing-peoples-choice-awards/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201010T004550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T205254Z
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SUMMARY:Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger CEO Bootcamp: Retail Omnichannel Strategy
DESCRIPTION:At the end of this class\, retailers will be able to identify new sales channels to add to their business and how to enhance their customer experience. Session topics include: \n\n\nDefinition of Omnichannel \n\n\nPros and cons of e-commerce (although it’s a non-negotiable) \n\n\nSales channels to explore (Adding services – Adding delivery methods) \n\n\nWays to engage with your customers \n\n\nMarketing non-negotiables
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/ceo-bootcamp-retail-omnichannel-strategy/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201001T160558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T160558Z
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SUMMARY:Post COVID-19 Recovery Workshop for MMTN
DESCRIPTION:Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic\, the world has been through a truly devastating period of pain and change. Beyond the death and sickness\, there have been significant\, fundamental changes to our way of life and to the way businesses operate and succeed or fail. Business owners\, leaders and managers must take stock\, plan and respond. \nThis practical online workshop series will help tech-enterprise\, small business and other owners and managers take a deep breath and assess where they are now\, where the business environment is\, where it is headed and what steps they can and should take to ensure sustainable success for their enterprise. \nBased on years of experience and best practices utilized for clients and their own enterprises\, Mike and Sarah will help workshop participants: conduct a personal and business mission/vision self-assessment\, detail and understand changes to the business environment and buyer needs and behaviors\, build and reposition their brand\, execute against critical success factors\, better communicate value to customers and manage their enterprise for success. All students will receive a workbook to drive thoughts\, assessment\, strategies and tactics designed to help them embrace change and drive their success. \nThis workshop\, while utilizing marketing and business theories and tools as well as best practices\, is not an academic exercise\, but rather a practical\, hands-on effort that helps guide participant thoughts\, strategies and tactics via in-class and out-of-class introspection and action.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/post-covid-19-recovery-workshop-for-mmtn/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201010T004740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201010T004740Z
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SUMMARY:City of Hyattsville: Success in the New Normal
DESCRIPTION:10:00 AM – 10:10 AM \nIntroduction \nMayor Hollingsworth/Assistant City Administrator Jim Chandler will welcome participants to the Roundtable and briefly overview the event agenda. \n10:15 AM – 10:30 AM \nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation \nAlicia Moran\, Manager of Small Business Services at the Prince George’s County EDC\, will conduct a presentation on resources and available funding opportunities for small businesses \n10:40 AM – 10:55 AM \nMaryland Small Business Development Center \nDeidre R. Lee\, Small Business Counselor at the Maryland Small Business Development Center\, will conduct a presentation on business resources offered by SBDC and more! \n11:00 AM – 11:30 AM \nPanel Discussion featuring Local Hyattsville Businesses \nFacilitated by Mayor Hollingsworth\, local businesses (Business 1)\, (Business 2)\, and (Business 3) will discuss their setbacks\, implemented transitions\, and successes in order to continue to thrive in our current economic climate. \n11:35 AM – 11:50 AM \nCity Update \nJim Chandler\, Assistant City Administrator and Director of Community & Economic Development\, will provide attendees with a brief City update; including Pandemic Relief Fund\, Grants\, Temporary Outdoor Seating and more! \n12:00 PM \n\n\nAdjournment
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/city-of-hyattsville-success-in-the-new-normal/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201010T004453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T205317Z
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SUMMARY:Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger CEO Bootcamp: Restaurant Procurement: Best Practices for Purchasing
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this class\, participants will understand best practices in procurement and learn how to build their inventory and purchasing system through a partnership of employees and vendors. Session topics include: • \n\n\nHow to create an effective partnership with purveyors to ensure mutual success through accurate deliveries \n\n\nKey principles of inventory management \n\n\nPOS and tracking software
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/ceo-bootcamp-restaurant-procurement-best-practices-for-purchasing/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201014T180630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T180630Z
UID:32387-1603278000-1603281600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Agile Innovation Series: Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:The same digital tools and data sources that fuel productivity and growth have been weaponized against us by nefarious groups and even rogue states. For organizations of all sizes\, dealing with the threat of cyber-attacks has become a way of life. Data breaches can cost companies billions of dollars\, cripple a city’s services\, or expose sensitive information. Preventing data incursions is only part of the story. The most forward-thinking organizations are prepared with a multifaceted response when attacks do occur. At this session see how top companies are approaching this challenge and gain insights into the threats they have faced.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/agile-innovation-series-cybersecurity/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20200929T181918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T181918Z
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SUMMARY:Rocks and Rules: America and the South China Sea with Gregory Poling\, Senior Fellow for Southeast Asia and Director\, Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative
DESCRIPTION:The South China Sea is home to the most complex territorial and maritime disputes in the world. And it is one of the most likely place for US-China competition to turn violent. The United States has long-standing interests in this waterway\, as does the rest of the international community. Gregory Poling will explore those interests and how Washington\, alongside allies and partners\, can secure them while avoiding conflict. \nDirect link to webinar via Blackboard platform: https://us.bbcollab.com/collab/ui/session/guest/3a2ea7bf66914ff99a38534a39286807.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rocks-and-rules-america-and-the-south-china-sea-with-gregory-poling-senior-fellow-for-southeast-asia-and-director-asia-maritime-transparency-initiative/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201021T174326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T174326Z
UID:32652-1603357200-1603360800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:International Cybersecurity Partners and Perspectives – Israel & Maryland
DESCRIPTION:International Cybersecurity Partners and Perspectives: Israel & Maryland\, a presentation during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInternational Cybersecurity Partners and Perspectives – Israel and Maryland \nA presentation and discussion on new technologies and trends during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month \nDate/Time: Thursday\, October 22\, 2020\, 9:00 AM EST\, 16:00 Israel time \nIsrael and Maryland are global hot-spots of cybersecurity development and\, too often\, targets of cybersecurity attacks. Our panel of experts will discuss emerging cyber threats and technological solutions they have developed on the front-lines of cyber protection. Information on grant opportunities for US-Israel R&D collaboration will also be discussed. \nCompanies presenting include Sepio Systems as a Maryland/Israel cybersecurity success story\, Cybint\, SecBi and Suridata.AI. After the presentations\, participants will have an opportunity to speak directly during chat sessions. \nSpeakers: \n• Moderator\, Howard Feldman\, Partner\, Whiteford\, Taylor & Preston\, LLP\, co-chair of Data Security and Privacy Practice and Maryland/Israel Development Center Board Member \n• Barry Bogage\, Executive Director\, Maryland/Israel Development Center \n• Samantha Conklin\, Executive Director\, Cybersecurity Association of Maryland\, Inc. (CAMI) \n• Josh Cohen\, Director\, Trade and Partnerships\, Economic and Trade Mission\, Embassy of Israel \n• Yossi Appleboum\, CEO\, Sepio Systems \n• Roy Zur\, CEO and Founder at Cybint\, Former IDF Cyber Intelligence Major Unit 8200 \n• Gilad Peleg\, CEO\, SecBi \n• Lee Kappon\, CEO\, Suridata.AI \nRegistration: \nZoom link to be provided upon registration. For more information contact Nancy Boguslaw\, nboguslaw@MarylandIsrael.org or Samantha Conklin\, sam@mdcyber.com.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/international-cybersecurity-partners-and-perspectives-israel-maryland/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201014T175726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T175726Z
UID:32385-1603368000-1603371600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:The ABCs of Business Formation: Setting Up Your Company for Success
DESCRIPTION:This is the second in a series of online events co-presented by Lerch\, Early & Brewer and the Innovation Station Business Incubator Powered by the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation.  \nYou’ve got a great new business idea. Your family and friends are full of encouragement and hope – and some of them have already pulled out their wallets wanting to get in as initial investors. \nBefore taking the money\, you should stop\, take a step back\, and develop a plan for how you’re going to form\, fund and operate your new business venture. \nJoin Lerch\, Early & Brewer’s Paul Alpuche on Thursday\, October 22 as he walks you through the do’s and don’ts of setting up your business. The discussion will focus on topics such as developing a business plan\, budgeting\, understanding the different forms of business entities (sole proprietorships\, partnerships\, LLCs and corporations) and selecting the right one for your business\, based on relevant tax and non-tax considerations. The presentation will cover the different sources of funding for your business venture and when you may need an attorney\, CPA or other professionals to address the more complex parts of your business. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\n\nDevelop a Comprehensive Business Plan \n\n\nAdopt a Realistic Budget for Launching and Operating your New Business \n\n\nSources of Capital \n\n\nEntity Selection (Non-Tax Considerations) \n\n\nEntity Selection (Tax Considerations) \n\n\nDeveloping a Support Network \n\n\nCommon Mistakes made by Small Business Owners \n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs and those dreaming of starting their own businesses \n\n\nAnyone who has questions about how to properly form a business or raise capital \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\nPaul Alpuche provides counsel regarding organizational\, governance and capitalization matters; drafts buy-sell\, operating and joint venture agreements; and advises on succession planning and all aspects of contractual review\, negotiations\, and strategic relationships. His clients include professional service providers\, real estate developers and investors\, nonprofits and associations\, country clubs\, insurance companies\, health care facilities and providers\, medical and legal practices\, manufacturers\, and retailers.  \nAbout This Event Series\nThe goal of these events is to focus on a topic relevant to emerging and small businesses emphasizing the legal requirements of doing business in Prince George’s County and in Maryland. Each workshop will feature a Lerch Early attorney and provide the opportunity for interaction/Q&A.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/the-abcs-of-business-formation-setting-up-your-company-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201014T171258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T171258Z
UID:32376-1603380600-1603384200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:CapitalM ZoomCast Live - COVID Series: Developing and Deploying COVID-19 Vaccines and Therapeutics
DESCRIPTION:Join Maryland Tech Council CEO\, Marty Rosendale and Karen L. Smith\, M.D.\, Ph.D.\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Medical Officer\, Emergent BioSolutions for a timely discussion on developing and deploying COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics. The ZoomCast will touch on supply chain and pipeline challenges\, the value of collaboration in our region and Maryland as a premier vaccine industry cluster. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/capitalm-zoomcast-live-covid-series-developing-and-deploying-covid-19-vaccines-and-therapeutics/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201013T164608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T160407Z
UID:32339-1603386000-1603393200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDA Young Leaders Economic Development Week Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:All MEDA Members are invited to join the MEDA Young Leaders for a virtual Trivia Night! \nThrough Charm City Trivia\, we will participate in a customized trivia game\, just for MEDA! Their virtual trivia format takes place on Zoom\, complete with breakout rooms for private time with teams\, and answers are submitted in the app. The game is led by a seasoned host. This all-inclusive experience is an opportunity for networking with other MEDA Members while enjoying an exciting virtual trivia night. \nThis event is open to MEDA Members only.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-young-leaders-host-trivia/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201010T004251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T205353Z
UID:32268-1603447200-1603447200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Prince George’s County Emerge Stronger Capital Matters: Sources of Credit
DESCRIPTION:Discover the many opportunities the County and State provide to assist you in case of financial fall-out. \n\n\nTraditional and Non-traditional Lending \n\n\nFinancing Success – Mergers & Acquisitions \n\n\nFinancing Shortfalls – Debt & Equity Injections
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/capital-matters-sources-of-credit/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201026T151123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T151123Z
UID:32714-1603803600-1603807200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Maryland MEP Webinar: Online Training and Resources to Upskill Your Workforce
DESCRIPTION:In the ongoing effort to develop and upskill Maryland’s Manufacturing workforce\, MD MEP partnered with Tooling U SME in 2016 to serve as a successful Related Instruction provider for Apprenticeship programs in the state of Maryland. Tooling U SME is an accredited online provider of Technical training to the Manufacturing Industry. Focused on individual progress and development in Technical Training\, Tooling U provides the self-paced experience that many learners need in order to fulfill their potential. \nIn this session\, Manufacturers will see Tooling U in action during a live demonstration\, understand the role of Tooling U in supporting registered Apprenticeship\, and hear from Dixon Valve and Coupling regarding the experience of implementing and using online training for Apprenticeship and Employee development. \nWebinar will focus on 3 areas:  \n\nTechnical offerings and how they can be utilized\, including demonstrations\nHow Tooling U supports Apprenticeships in Maryland\nCustomer feedback on using and managing Tooling U
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-mep-webinar-online-training-and-resources-to-upskill-your-workforce/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20200929T182021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T182021Z
UID:32206-1603872000-1603875600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:TPP Annual Meeting 2020
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! \nThe Pax Partnership will host its Annual Meeting Wednesday\, October 28th at 8am. More details to come!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tpp-annual-meeting-2020/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201026T124645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T124645Z
UID:32700-1603974600-1603979100@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:RMI and Stanley Black & Decker Talk Manufacturing with Towson University Business Program Students
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Zuccaro\, Lecturer\, College of Business & Economics at Townson University is introducing his “Management & Leadership Principles“ course students to manufacturing through a virtual presentation with opening remarks from Mike Galiazzo\, President\, Regional Manufacturing institute of Maryland (RMI)\, and guest speaker Gregg Chamberlain\, Vice President\, Human Resources Global Operations\, Tools and Storage Division at Stanley Black & Decker. \nThrough Zuccaro’s course\, more than 130 business students are conducting a team-based\, hands-on project analyzing manufacturing companies from sectors prevalent in Maryland: Chemical & Petroleum\, Electronics\, Fabricated Metal\, Food & Beverage\, Leather Products\, Machinery\, Nonmetallic Minerals\, Paper & Packaging\, Plastics & Rubber\, Primary & Metal\, Printing\, Textiles & Apparel\, and Transportation. “Since a majority of TU students are from Maryland and remain in the state upon graduation\, it benefits them to know about the major industries present in the state and the career opportunities they offer\,” Zuccaro says. “It also makes sense to promote these industries and make employers aware of the local\, motivated talent available for their workforce.” \nIn Thursday’s virtual program\, students will hear from Mr. Galiazzo\, how important manufacturing is to Maryland and from Mr. Chamberlain\, will hear how Stanley Black & Decker\, a Maryland-based Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial tools\, is handling a wide range of issues like Covid-19\, technology and recruitment and diversity in the workforce. \nZuccaro’s efforts to introduce his Towson University business program students to the manufacturing industry have earned the University recognition as an RMI 2020 Champion of Maryland Manufacturing and People’s Choice Award winner. Read Townson University’s Champion story here: https://rmiofmaryland.com/champions/towson-university/
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rmi-and-stanley-black-decker-talk-manufacturing-with-towson-university-business-program-students/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201029T200648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T200648Z
UID:32814-1604478600-1604485800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Economic Symposium: COVID-19 Economic Update
DESCRIPTION:Talbot County’s favorite prognosticators are back. \nAnirban Basu\, chairman and CEO of the Sage Policy Group\, will join M&T Vice President Gary Keith to discuss the current state of the economy and the prospects for recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. \nRather than holding a breakfast event this year\, the Talbot County Chamber of Commerce\, together with co-sponsors Tri-Gas & Oil\, M&T Bank\, and Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism\, will offer the symposium free via the Zoom platform from 8:30-10:30 a.m. on November 4. \nThroughout a 36-year career at M&T Bank\, Keith has provided economic research and analysis support to the bank’s executive management and commercial banking business units. In addition to giving frequent updates to business and trade groups\, he holds regular discussions with M&T’s commercial customers\, helping tie together the economic variables that describe the macro economy with real world decisions that businesses make every day. \nKeith has a bachelor of science degree from Niagara University and a master’s in business administration from the State University of New York at Buffalo. In addition to his economic analysis role at M&T\, Keith also manages the bank’s commercial market research department. \nBasu is chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group\, a Baltimore-based economic and policy consulting firm he founded in 2004.  He is among the country’s most recognizable economists\, in part thanks to his consulting work. His client list includes prominent developers\, bankers\, brokerage houses\, energy suppliers\, law firms\, and business associations. \nIn addition to a bachelor of science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University\, Basu holds a master’s degree in public policy from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government\, a master’s degree in economics from the University of Maryland\, College Park\, and a juris doctor from the University of Maryland School of Law. \nClick here to register for this free event. (https://talbotchambermd.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/1129)
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-symposium-covid-19-economic-update/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201029T144242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T144242Z
UID:32793-1604498400-1604502000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MWCC: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Info Session
DESCRIPTION:What is Green Belt?! Is it right for you? An Introduction. \nJoin us for a 45 minute discussion about our new Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Program.  Hear about the program.  \nMeet Your Instructor\n \nMaureen Harte\, MT(ASCP) \nHartePro Consulting\, President \nMaureen Harte is a Medical Technologist\, Johnson & Johnson Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (MBB)\, and a Certified Myers-Briggs Training Institute (MBTI) Instructor. She was the first Certified MBB in Sales and Marketing for Johnson & Johnson worldwide.  Click here for complete bio!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-lean-six-sigma-green-belt-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201107
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201010T004133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201010T004133Z
UID:32266-1604534400-1604707199@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:IEDC Course: Business Retention and 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. \nCourse Highlights:\n• Establishing\, maintaining and upgrading a BRE program\n• Creating effective models for business visitations and surveys\n• Customer-Relationship Management (CRM) techniques\n• Marketing a BRE program\n• Establishing an early warning system\n• Cluster and industry-focused BRE programs\n• Tracking and analyzing customer feedback and response\n• Quantitative and qualitative economic development metrics
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-course-business-retention-and-expansion/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201016T210501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T210501Z
UID:32529-1604566800-1604570400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MWCC: Lean Learnings
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 5th to hear Jerry Truong\, Operational Excellence Manager for Emergent BioSolutions. \nLearn the tactical details of executing Hoshin Kanri across the enterprise! Jerry will go over established and successfully proven standard work (inputs\, outputs\, timelines\, and expectations) for how to plan and execute Hoshin Kanri. \nRegistration is open for this Zoom event. 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-lean-learnings/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201013T165210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T212746Z
UID:32343-1604656800-1604660400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDCO Properties Tour
DESCRIPTION:The MEDA Membership Committee along with Leadership Maryland is excited to announce our next Virtual Tour on November 6\, 2020!  We will be joining our partners at the Maryland Economic Development Corporation (“MEDCO”)\, for a virtual tour of properties in their portfolio and under construction. This event will serve as a kickoff for our Real Estate / Development Week\, happening November 9-13\, in celebration of our Economic Development Tribute. \nEstablished to relieve unemployment\, encourage\, attract and retain business activity and commerce\, promote economic development and promote the health\, safety and right to gainful employment of the residents of Maryland\, MEDCO is a body corporate and an instrumentality of the State of Maryland\, created by the General Assembly to serve as a statewide specialized economic development entity. MEDCO has the authority to develop real and personal property\, as well as finance projects through bond issuance and commercial loans. \nJoin us to hear how MEDCO works vigorously to increase business activity\, advance economic development\, encourage charitable and cultural activities\, enhance workforce development and promote economic viability in Maryland through its development work. \nVirtual Tour Recording:\n \n2020.11.06 – MEDA Membership – MEDCO Tour on Vimeo.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/medaco-properties-tour-hosted-by-the-meda-membership-committee/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201028T184559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T184559Z
UID:32759-1604660400-1604664000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MACO: Economic Recovery in the Time of COVID
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by MD-DE-DC Beverage Association \n\nCOVID-19 has rocked what had appeared to be a nearly invincible economy – one associated with substantial job growth\, multi-decade lows in unemployment\, sturdy compensation increases\, robust retail sales\, low inflation\, and strong financial market performance. But as the pandemic lingers\, all levels of government and the private sector are left with questions and uncertainties regarding economic recovery. Join this session for a fourth quarter economic outlook and overview of fiscal pressures facing the state and counties\, along with trends and predictions for 2021 and beyond.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-economic-recovery-in-the-time-of-covid/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20200817T173947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T173947Z
UID:31143-1604908800-1604941200@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Maryland Planning Commissioners Association 37th Annual Conference - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the Maryland Planning Commissioners Association (MPCA) Board has decided to host this year’s conference remotely. The Board invites you to join us on The Maryland Department of Planning’s GoToWebinar platform on Monday\, November 9. The theme for this year is Contingency Planning and Resilient Boards\, and the agenda will be filled with sessions on timely topics that Maryland’s citizen planning boards currently and will continue to face. As we work our way through these unprecedented times\, The MPCA believes citizen planners will play a central role in developing a more resilient future for Maryland. Please visit the conference website to learn more. planning.maryland.gov/Pages/YourPart/MPCA/mpcaconf.aspx \nThe MPCA is still finalizing the 2020 conference agenda\, however anticipated session topics will include: \n• Open Meetings Act Training \n• Housing Element Models & Guidelines \n• Virtual Planning During a Pandemic \n• Planning After the Pandemic \n• Maryland’s Adaptation Framework \n• Continuity Planning for Local Boards \nThe MPCA is partnering with the Maryland Department of Planning to develop a few sessions that will be eligible to earn  AICP CM Credits.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-planning-commissioners-association-37th-annual-conference-virtual/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201016T162134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T162134Z
UID:32510-1604997000-1605009600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Charles County Economic Development Fall Meeting 2020
DESCRIPTION:The Charles County Economic Development Department welcomes you to participate in its virtual 2020 Fall Meeting. Join regional economists\, Charles County businesses\, and stakeholders to discuss “Building A New and Better Normal” in Charles County’s economic landscape. \nHighlights of the Fall Meeting include hearing from keynote speaker Anirban Basu\, economist and CEO of Sage Policy Group\, who will give us an in-depth update on Maryland’s economic performance over the last year\, and provide insights on trends and predictions for 2021 and beyond; the “2020 Pivot Plan” with Jay Garner of Garner Economics; and exploring opportunities for innovation\, flexibility\, and embracing change in the “The Future of Normal” panel discussion. \nThe Annual Fall Meeting is your opportunity to stay informed about Charles County’s initiatives to help businesses grow and thrive and to learn about the trends shaping markets everywhere. Join us in Building A New and Better Normal!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/charles-county-economic-development-fall-meeting-2020/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201110T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185952
CREATED:20201029T151245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T151245Z
UID:32795-1604998800-1605002400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with Ken: Arts in Education Updates with Special Guests
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to get the ear of MSAC’s Executive Director\, Ken Skrzesz!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere’s your chance to get the ear of the Director! Join MSAC’s Executive Director\, Ken Skrzesz and your fellow colleagues across the state on Tuesday mornings with your favorite coffee drink (or tea\, if you’re like Ken!) for a topic-specific dialogue about the arts in Maryland.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/coffee-with-ken-arts-in-education-updates-with-special-guests/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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