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SUMMARY:Business Plan Basics: A Small Business Essentials Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Learn from an industry professional about the key elements to structuring\, running\, and growing your business. \nThis seminar is VIRTUAL. \n  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-plan-basics-a-small-business-essentials-seminar-tickets-372211593897?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/business-plan-basics-a-small-business-essentials-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Harford Award Reception
DESCRIPTION:The annual Business Appreciation Week celebrations kick off Wednesday\, October 19 with the Harford Award reception\, hosted by the Harford County Chamber of Commerce. The award honors businesses or organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to the county business community. \nThe celebration continues October 20-28\, when local and state officials will visit businesses reaching milestones of service in 2022. If you are or know a business with 25\, 50\, 75 years\, etc.\, in Harford County\, email us so our business development team can visit and help celebrate. \nFollow us on Facebook as we honor those milestones and celebrate local businesses in other ways during Business Appreciation Week.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/harford-award-reception/
LOCATION:Water’s Edge Events Center\, 4687 Millennium Drive\, Belcamp\, MD\, 21017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T080000
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SUMMARY:Harford County CMMC Day
DESCRIPTION:The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification(CMMC) is a new required certification for organizations within the DoD Defense Industrial Base (DIB). At this event\, get insight on the CMMC framework\, and timeline. Learn how to prep your organization from CMMC Subject Matter Experts (SME)\, get tips on what assessors are reviewing. CMMC will help you to protect your business—and our Nation. \n8:00 A.M. Doors Open\, Breakfast & Networking (Breakfast catered by a Harford County business) \n8:30 A.M. Opening Remarks \n8:45 A.M. Keynote Speaker\, Michael Dempsey | Plug into CMMC: get current on the timelines and expectations\, what the assessor will be looking for and what steps you can take to amp up your preparation today to pass. \n9:30 A.M. Break \n9:45 A.M. Guest Speaker\, Andriani Buck\, Associate\, McCarter & English and former DoD Contracting Officer \n11:00 A.M. Panel Discussion with Q&A \n\nJames Dougherty\, Principal Attorney\, Offit Kurman Government Contracts\nThomas D. Ficklin\, ACC APG Program Integrator\, US Army\nTobias Musser\, CEO MNS Group\, RP\n\n11:45 P.M. Wrap-up
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/harford-county-cmmc-day/
LOCATION:The Ground Floor\, 2021 Pulaski Highway Suite G\, Havre de Grace\, MD\, 21078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T081500
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SUMMARY:Strengthening the Emerging Workforce: A Career Technology Tour & Business Luncheon at Chesapeake College
DESCRIPTION:We hope you will join us for a special kick-off event for Maryland Economic Development Week:  Strengthening the Emerging Workforce: A Career Technology Tour & Business Roundtable Luncheon at Chesapeake College on October 21\, 2022 from 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Choose between a tour of Chesapeake College’s trades programs or healthcare career facilities; then participate in a business roundtable discussion that will offer the opportunity for educators and business leaders to exchange information on how to engage young adults in the current workforce landscape. Lunch will be provided. \nFeatured speakers include Jack Wilson\, Queen Anne’s County Commissioner; Hazen Arnold\, President of Hydrasearch Company\, and Darius Johnson\, Northeast Regional Director for ACE Mentor Program of America. \nThis event has been organized in partnership with Chesapeake College\, Queen Anne’s County Public Schools\, Queen Anne’s County Chamber of Commerce\, and Upper Shore Regional Council. \nThe deadline to register for this event is Thursday\, October 6\, 2022. The event will be limited to the first 120 registrants. \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE.  \n\nEconomic Development Week in Maryland is designed to promote awareness of economic development’s contribution to the State’s business climate\, job retention and growth\, the tax base\, and overall quality of life in Maryland. For Economic Development Week 2022 (October 24-28)\, Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development will be educating\, promoting\, and recognizing the efforts of local partners who are making an impact on our economy through comprehensive workforce development strategies.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/strengthening-emerging/
LOCATION:Chesapeake College\, Eastern Shore Higher Education Center\, Room HEC-110\, Wye Mills\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029
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SUMMARY:2022 Economic Development Week in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date:  October 24-28\, 2022  \n\nOverview\nEconomic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase understanding of economic development’s contribution to the state’s business climate\, job retention and growth\, the tax base\, and the overall quality of life in Maryland. \nRecognition\nEconomic development will take center stage in counties\, cities\, and towns throughout Maryland when proclamations are made heralding the significant projects that have made Maryland a great place to live\, work\, and play. Recognizing the dedicated work of economic developers is a primary focus of the effort. Listed below are the activities planned during Economic Development Week in Maryland (check back for weekly updates to this list). \nRead About Economic Development Week in Maryland\n**Blog:  Economic Development Transforms Lives Through Teamwork  \n**Blog:  Supporting Businesses Supports our Communities \n**Blog: Why Celebrate Economic Development? \n**Blog: Women in Economic Development \nHow to Celebrate Economic Development Week in Maryland\nPlease check out our Toolkit\, Proclamation Template\, and Press Release Template  (<< click these links) to plan for your participation in Economic Development Week in Maryland. Whether elaborate or small\, there is something for every level of participation. \n\n  			\n  				\n  			\n          \n          Toolkit\n          \n  			\n  				\n  			\n          \n          Proclamation Template\n          \n  			\n  				\n  			\n          \n          Press Release Template\n          \n		\n\nSponsorship\nJoin us in making this event a success! If you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland\, please click here. \n         \nMedia Coverage\nOp Ed:  Economic Development: Worth the Investment \nPress Release: MEDA Celebrates Economic Development Week in Maryland October 24 – 28 \nProclamations\nPlease do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P.O. box. Email them to info@medamd.com. — Thank you! \nTake a look at photos sent in of organizations with their proclamations: \nClick to view photos\n  \nState of Maryland \n******************* \nAllegany County Department of Economic and Community Development \nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation \nCecil County Office of Economic Development \nCharles County Department of Economic Development \nCity of Aberdeen \nCity of Frederick \nCity of Greenbelt \nCity of Hagerstown \nCity of Hyattsville \nCity of Rockville \nFrederick County Office of Economic Development \nGarrett County Department of Business Development \nHarford County Office of Economic Development \nHoward County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) \nKent County Department of Economic Development \nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation \nQueen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development \nSalisbury Wicomico Economic Development \nSt. Mary’s Department of Economic Development \nTalbot County Economic Development and Tourism \nTEDCO \nTown of Bel Air \nTown of Princess Anne \nWorcester County Economic Development   \nSpecial Events\nCheck back often for more events! Hosting an event during Economic Development Week? Let us know at info@medamd.com and we’ll post it here. \nFEATURED EVENT:  October 25\, 2022  MEDA Fall Conference on Cybersecurity Strategies for Success \nOctober 21\, 2022  Strengthening the Emerging Workforce: A Career Technology Tour & Business Luncheon at Chesapeake College \nOctober 24-28\, 2022: Frederick County Business Appreciation Week \nOctober 25\, 2022  Free Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop \nOctober 25\, 2022  Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development 54th Annual Meeting and Mixer \nOctober 26\, 2022  Disruption! The Power of DEIB Strategies \nOctober 26\, 2022  Maryland’s Coast Mixer \nOctober 26\, 2022  MMTN Welcome Reception @ Tech at the Gap ’22 \nOctober 27\, 2022  MCCEI Symposium: Solving the Workforce Development Puzzle \nOctober 27\, 2022  Security Awareness 101 \nOctober 27\, 2022  Tech at the Gap: Unlocking Potential \nOctober 28\, 2022  Family Fun Night at The Grove \nOctober 28\, 2022  Grants for Organizations – Call for Panelists (deadline) \nNovember 1\, 2022  Charles County Fall Meeting– Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow \nClick the links below to learn about previous Economic Development Week in Maryland activities\n\n2021\n2020\n2019\n2018\n2017\n2016\n2015\n2014\n2013\n2012\n2011
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-edw/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Education,Networking,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Free Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop\nOctober 25\, 2022\, 8:30am – 4:30pm\nSmall Businesses can register here!\nSpace is limited\, only 35 seats available! \nSmall Businesses (25 employees or less; however\, all restaurants are permitted regardless of number of employees) are invited to join us for a full day in-person digital marketing workshop featuring instructor\, Antonio Guerrero of Dott Digital Marketing.\n \nThis one-day workshop will be broken down into four sessions: \n\nStrategy – This includes creating Ideal Customer Profiles\, how to craft a winning offer\, and designing your customer journey map.\nWebsite – How to create a cash C.O.W (Conversion Optimized Website) that is built to be a 24/7 salesperson driving calls and form fills for your business.\nSearch Engine Optimization (SEO) – In this session\, we will go over the fundamentals of Search Engine Optimization including how to create a Google Business Profile\, On-page\technical SEO\, and Off-Page SEO\nPaid Lead Generation – We discuss how to get started with Pay-per-click digital advertising. We will review the fundamentals as well as what pitfalls to avoid. In addition\, will discuss how to get started with Google and Facebook advertising platforms and the benefits of one over the other.\n\nLocation & Schedule: North East Library\, 485 Mauldin Ave\, North East\, MD 21901 \nOn Oct. 25\, 2022\, check-in and continental breakfast to begin at 8:30am and the workshop will begin promptly at 9am. \nLunch will be served at Noon and the program will conclude at 4:30pm. \nWho can attend: One person from any Cecil County small business having 25 employees or less (all restaurants are permitted regardless of number of employees) in any sector looking to expand their digital marketing footprint are invited to register. Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. \nTO REGISTER and secure your spot\, Click Here! Maximum capacity is 35!\nPotential Grant Opportunity:  Eligible attendees will be invited to apply for a small grant to implement a digital marketing campaign and/or engage a digital marketing consultant.Grant eligibility criteria and the application will be made available the day of the workshop. \nAbout the instructor: Antonio has a 20-year + background in business\, technology\, sales\, and marketing. For the last six years\, he has been a Duct Tape Marketing Certified Master Consultant and a leader in that organization training and servicing other Marketing agencies. In addition\, he has the following marketing certifications: \n\nCertified Digital Business Consultant\nCertified Customer Acquisition Specialist\nCertified Digital Marketing Strategist\nCertified Search Marketing Specialist\nCertified Sales Funnel Consultant\nCertified Professional Services Marketing Expert\nCertified Local Marketing Expert\nAnd more including certifications in copywriting\, email marketing\, social media\, and e-commerce\n\nAnotnio is also the author of Digital Marketing for Maryland Businesses: Proven Strategies & Tactics to grow your local business.   \nFor all questions\, please reach out to Sandra Edwards at sedwards@ccgov.org \nFunding for this program provided by Upper Shore Regional Council.\n \nClick the link for more information Small Business Digital Marketing Workshop!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/digital-marketing/
LOCATION:North East Library\, 485 Mauldin Ave\, North East\, MD\, 21901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T140000
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SUMMARY:2022 MEDA Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:2022 MEDA Fall Conference\nOctober 25\, 2022\n9:00 am – 2:00 pm \nMaryland Innovation Center (MIC) \n6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\nColumbia\, 21046 \nMEDA invites you to attend the 2022 MEDA Fall Conference on October 25\, in-person at the Maryland Innovation Center in Howard County. This conference is the signature event for Economic Development Week in Maryland\, happening October 24-28. (Please visit the Economic Development Week in Maryland page for participation information and a calendar of events.) \nSpeakers and panelists will be discussing the Fall Conference theme: Cybersecurity Strategies for Success. \nCybersecurity is a necessity for all businesses in today’s technology-driven world. Without strategic processes and systems for protection\, there is no defense against cyber attacks\, leaving private and sensitive data vulnerable to threats with serious and potentially devastating consequences for businesses involved. The goal of this conference is to inform\, discuss\, and explore the most current cybersecurity strategies\, principles\, and practices for businesses throughout Maryland (and beyond). \nJoin MEDA for this special event and be a part of the conversations around this important topic! Seating is limited — register below today! \n \nView the Agenda for the 2022 MEDA Fall Conference \nClick here to download the 2022 MEDA Summer Conference Business Meeting Minutes
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-meda-fall-conference/
LOCATION:Maryland Innovation Center\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T183000
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CREATED:20221020T192955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T192955Z
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development 54th Annual Meeting and Mixer
DESCRIPTION: You & Your Guests are Cordially Invited to Our 54th Annual Meeting & Mixer  \nTuesday\, October 25\, 2022  \n4:30 – 6:30 pm  \nThanks to the generosity of our Sponsors\, this is a free event though  \nwe do ask that you RSVP at info@swed.org  \nBOR D E L E AU  V I N E YAR D S  &  WI N E RY  \n3 1 5 5  N o b l e  F a r m  R o a d \, E d e n  M D 2 1 8 2 2 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/salisbury-wicomico-economic-development-54th-annual-meeting-and-mixer/
LOCATION:Bordeleau Winery\, 3155 Noble Farm Road\, Eden\, MD\, 21822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T120000
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CREATED:20220823T211402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T211453Z
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SUMMARY:Disruption! The Power of DEIB Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Event by partner of Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland (RMI) \nVisit event website for more info and sign up: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/disruption-the-power-of-deib-strategies-tickets-396661183277
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/disruption-the-power-of-deib-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221020T193454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T193455Z
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SUMMARY:Maryland's Coast Mixer
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/marylands-coast-mixer/
LOCATION:The Restaurant at Lighthouse Sounds\, 12723 St Martin's Neck Road\, Bishopville\, MD\, 21813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T200000
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CREATED:20220929T225047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T225104Z
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SUMMARY:MMTN Welcome Reception @ Tech at the Gap '22
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Maryland Tech Network members are exclusively invited to Tech at the Gap’s Pre-Conference Welcome Session! \nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\nMountain Maryland Tech Network members are exclusively invited to Tech at the Gap’s Pre-Conference Welcome Session! Join us on Wednesday\, October 26 from 6:00-8:00 pm on the outdoor patio space (weather permitting) near the Conference Center at Rocky Gap Casino Resort. \nIn partnership with MEDA\, and in celebration of Maryland’s Economic Development Week\, this event is also open to all MEDA Young Leaders. The MEDA Young Leaders Group connects young economic development professionals as they grow in their careers. This group is open to economic developers under the age of 40 who are looking for collaboration opportunities and chances to network. \nEnjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar while networking with conference attendees and some of the conference presenters and sponsors. Enjoy live acoustic music and win great giveaways! (Tech at the Gap ticket NOT required for this event.) This event is sponsored by the Maryland Department of Commerce. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/mmtn-welcome-reception-tech-at-the-gap-22-tickets-422466457547
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mmtn-welcome-reception-tech-at-the-gap-22/
LOCATION:Rocky Gap Casino & Resort\, 16701 Lakeview Road\, Flintstone\, MD\, 21530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T163000
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CREATED:20220817T170241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T170259Z
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SUMMARY:Tech at the Gap: Unlocking Potential
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 6th annual Tech at the Gap conference at Rocky Gap Casino Resort! \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nTech at the Gap is a one-day conference for web developers\, digital marketing professionals\, network and security specialists\, managers\, and anyone else who works in the tech industry. \nEmerge from the countless setbacks of the pandemic and unlock your full potential by learning from engaging and informative speakers from all across the country. Connect with other professionals as you learn about the latest concepts and tools in the industry and how you can apply them with your company. \nArrive on Wednesday evening\, October 26\, 2022\, and attend our complimentary Welcome Networking session (appetizers and cash bar) hosted by the Mountain Maryland Tech Network from 6-8pm and network with conference attendees\, presenters and sponsors. Visit our event website for full conference schedule\, accommodation options\, and presentation information. \nNow in its sixth installment\, Tech at the Gap is presented by The Western Maryland IT Center of Excellence. The Center is funded in part by the State of Maryland’s EARN Maryland Grant Program\, administered by the Maryland Department of Labor\, Licensing\, and Regulation. EARN Maryland focuses on industry-led partnerships to bridge Maryland’s skills gap and drive growth. \nInfo and registration here. 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tech-at-the-gap-unlocking-potential/
LOCATION:Rocky Gap Casino & Resort\, 16701 Lakeview Road\, Flintstone\, MD\, 21530\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221017T223449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T223539Z
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SUMMARY:MCCEI Symposium: Solving the Workforce Development Puzzle
DESCRIPTION:The construction industry has been struggling to meet workforce demands for over a decade\, and since the pandemic\, it has only gotten worse. There are steps employers can take to overcome this and meet their hiring needs. We’ll hear from experts in our field\, and other industries\, on how they are setting their firms apart\, attracting and retaining talent\, and leading the industry into the future. Join us in-person on October 27th in a celebration of the amazing work being done in Maryland to promote career pathways in the built environment. \nSolving the Workforce Development Puzzle will consist of roundtable discussions\, a keynote speaker\, and a networking and cocktail hour. \nThe Pathway Awards were created to recognize all the people\, companies\, and partners in the AEC industry who embody the values of MCCEI and who have championed workforce development initiatives in the built environment in the past year. We will also award six student scholarships to young people pursuing careers in the built environment. \nTentative Agenda \n8:00-9:00 Networking Breakfast \n9:00-9:30 MCCEI Welcome \n9:30-10:30 Mental Health in Construction \n10:45-11:45 Investing in the Future Workforce \n12:00-1:00 Keynote Lunch \n1:15-2:15 How to Capitalize on Construction Innovation in Recruitment \n2:30-3:30 DEI: More than a Buzzword \n3:30-5:00 Networking & Cocktail Hour \n5:00-7:00 Pathway Awards \nBuilding Map: https://stamp.umd.edu/about_us/directions_stamp/building_map
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mccei-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Maryland – College Park\, Adele H. Stamp Student Union (Colony Ballroom) 3972 Campus Drive\, College Park\, MD\, 20742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development,Economic Development Week
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T120000
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SUMMARY:Security Awareness 101
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nInformation is one of the most important assets to an organization and it is essential for business survival. Additionally\, due diligence\, customer and third-party assurance requirements\, internal risk objectives\, and cyber liability policies all obligate organizations to provide security and privacy training to their personnel. Said training is to be provided prior to or shortly after onboarding new personnel and again on a recurring annual basis. \nJoin Jason Taule\, CISO-In-Residence | Cyber Advisory Council Chair\, as he proctors this course which is designed to provide personnel with an awareness of the many information protection\, risk management\, and compliance related risks that they and their companies could face. You will also receive training on how to securely handle data in all of the most common ways to which we put information to business use. Additionally\, students will have the opportunity to pose questions and obtain direct guidance on how to address outstanding cyber security concerns. \nThis course can satisfy the training requirements associated with the MIC Cyber Assurance Seal (all levels). Additionally\, to the degree that member organizations are subject to such mandates\, completion of this course will enable participants to fulfill the training requirements related to the following: \n\nCCPA / NYCRR / State Privacy Laws\nCoBIT / ITIL / ISO27000\nComputer Security Act\nCustomer Security Requirements\nFISMA/FISCAM\nFTC Section 5\nGDPR\nHIPAA/ARRA/HITECH/PPACA\nIRS 1075 and Related Regulations\nNISPOM / DITSCAP / DIACAP / DFARS/ CMMC\nNIST SP 800 Series\nOIG/CFO/EDP\nOMB A-123\, A-130\nPCI DSS\nPrivacy Act\nPDDs / HSPDs\n\n  \nRegistration closes on October 26. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/security-awareness-101-tickets-419106979257
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/security/
LOCATION:Maryland Innovation Center\, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029
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CREATED:20221024T170151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T170152Z
UID:50648-1666915200-1667001599@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Apply Today: Grants for Organizations - Call for Panelists
DESCRIPTION:The Grants for Organizations (GFO) program provides general operating support to nonprofit organizations\, as well as units of government\, that produce or present ongoing arts programming that is open to the public. \nMSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications. MSAC selects Grants for Organizations (GFO) panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences\, diversity of location\, and expertise in the disciplines of the organizations under review. Panelists must be Maryland residents. \nWhat does a panelist do? \nSelected panelists: \n\nParticipate in two virtual training sessions – one in late November/early December\, and one at a mid-way point in the winter (late January/early February).\nReview and evaluate applications on MSAC’s online grants management system\, SmartSimple.*\nComplete assigned extension assignments (Artistic Site Visits and In-Depth Conversations). Please note\, some in-person activities will be a part of the extension assignments.\nParticipate in one GFO panel meeting (Virtual – late March/early April 2023).\nPanelists receive compensation of $50/training meeting\, $50/completed extension assignment\, a minimum of $200 for all online application reviews\, $100/panel meeting\, and a travel stipend\, if applicable.\n\n*Each panelist can expect to review up to approximately 25 applications and to complete up to approximately 12 extension assignments each. Each application may take approximately one hour to review. Extension assignments may occur throughout the state of Maryland. The average commitment of hours varies based on the total number of applications and travel requirements. The majority of work happens on the panelists’ own time from late November 2022 through the panel meeting in March/April 2023. \nWhat We’re Looking For: \n\nIndependent artists\, arts administrators\, fundraisers\, arts enthusiasts\, and students interested in the grantmaking process.\nIndividuals to represent expertise in the following panel disciplines:\nTheatre\nMulti-Disciplinary Arts\nFolk/Traditional Arts\nService\nIndividuals to fill a multi-disciplinary Performing/Literary Arts panel (including those with backgrounds in Music\, Dance\, and Literary) and a Visual Arts and Media panel.\nIndividuals representing the wide geographic diversity of the state of Maryland – we are especially looking for individuals from the Western\, Southern\, and Eastern Shore regions.\nIndividuals who have some flexibility and time in their schedules to allow for daytime and/or evening availability of the applicants.\n\nPanelists must have access to a computer with internet connection to complete reviews. \nHow do I apply to be a panelist? \nSubmit your application via MSAC’s online grants management system\, SmartSimple. \n\nClick the Apply Now button below to log in or create a free account in SmartSimple (you will need to be registered as an Independent Artist to apply).\nUnder Funding Opportunities\, select “Public Call.”\nSelect “Panelist” from the drop down options and click “Save Draft” to populate the application.\nSelect “Grants for Organizations” as the Grant Program.\nComplete the application\, and click “Submit.”\n\nDeadline: Friday\, October 28\, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. \nhttps://marylandarts.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/call-for-panelists/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221003T155813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T155856Z
UID:50182-1666972800-1666985400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Fall Family Fun Night at The Grove
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/fall-family-fun-night-at-the-grove/
CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221024T162834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T162958Z
UID:50643-1667289600-1667289600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Charles County Fall Meeting-- Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow
DESCRIPTION:Staying Power: Helping Existing Businesses Thrive and Grow\nDesigned with existing businesses in mind\, Charles County’s Fall Meeting will illuminate the pathways to sustainable\, efficient growth. Offering inspiration and practical advice\, our speakers\, panelists\, and resource partners will educate businesses on the services available\, help them navigate the challenges\, and coordinate strategies with staying power. \nFALL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS:\n\nOur keynote speaker\, James W. Peterson\, Jr.\, M&T Bank’s Small Business Ambassador\, will emphasize the essential resources for growth.\nOur Circle of Services Panel will spotlight the tools readily available to new\, existing\, and growing businesses.\nA Small Business Financing Panel will highlight the funding sources lifting businesses today.\nA Business Expo\, featuring the partner organizations nurturing success\, will immediately follow.\n\nHybrid format. \nFor more info and to register: https://www.meetcharlescounty.com/fall-meeting-2022
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/charles-fall-meeting/
LOCATION:College of Southern Maryland\, 8730 Mitchell Road\, La Plata\, MD\, 20646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economic Development Week,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20220812T141658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T164923Z
UID:49347-1667289600-1667307600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Charles County Economic Development Fall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:More details coming soon.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-charles-county-economic-development-fall-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221028T145040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T131524Z
UID:50754-1667484000-1667487600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Q&A Webinar for the 2023 MEDA Awards
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about the MEDA Awards nomination process? \nCLICK HERE TO WATCH THE REPLAY \nThe MEDA Awards\, sponsored by Miles & Stockbridge P.C.\, recognize the people\, programs\, and projects bringing economic prosperity to Maryland. This webinar is an opportunity to learn about changes to the nomination process\, including new nomination requirements and materials. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and clarify any concerns you have. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2023-meda-awards-qa-webinar/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221003T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T004042Z
UID:50188-1667984400-1667988000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDA New Member Orientation - November 2022
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining MEDA! We invite you to attend our New Member Orientation to connect with fellow new members\, the MEDA team\, and board members. During this one-hour session\, we’ll discuss the benefits of MEDA\, the role of each committee\, and how you can get involved with the organization. \nThis session will be held on Zoom. Please complete the form below to register. Once you’ve registered\, you’ll receive an email from info@medamd.com with your Zoom login details. Please check your spam folder if you don’t immediately see the email.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-new-member-orientation-november-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221004T150932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T150934Z
UID:50209-1668247200-1668258000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:https://www.harfordcountymd.gov/927/James-V-McMahan-Commission-on-Veterans-A
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/veterans-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Bel Air Armory\, 212 S. Bond Street\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221018T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T205603Z
UID:50486-1668506400-1668513600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2022 Tradepoint Atlantic Members Tour
DESCRIPTION:November 15\, 2022\n10:00 am – noon\n1600 Sparrows Point Blvd\, Suite A\nBaltimore\, 21219\nIn partnership\, MEDA and Leadership Maryland are offering members the opportunity to take a tour of  Tradepoint Atlantic this November 15\, 2022. \nTradepoint Atlantic is a 3300-acre global logistics center in Sparrows Point\, Maryland\, at the former site of the Bethlehem Steel plant\, the world’s largest iron and steel making facility for 125 years. In 2014\, Tradepoint Atlantic reinvented this area into a modernized and world-class port\, rail and commerce center featuring an unmatched combination of access to deepwater berths\, rails\, and highways. It is one of the largest most strategically significant intermodal global logistics hubs in the country. \nThe tour is $25 per person (does not include food). \nMEDA and Leadership Maryland members\, register below.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-tradepoint-atlantic-tour/
LOCATION:Tradepoint Atlantic\, 1600 Sparrows Point Blvd\, Suite A\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21219
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20220906T162239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T170149Z
UID:49648-1668706200-1668717000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2022 Maryland Manufacturing Celebration
DESCRIPTION:RMI’s 2022 Maryland Manufacturing Celebration will be a festive night celebrating our organization’s 32+ years of serving Maryland’s manufacturing industry and honoring those who have supported our organization’s efforts along the way. We’ll recognize not only the 2022 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing and the State’s many manufacturers and leaders of business\, government\, education and the community who are part of Maryland’s manufacturing “family.” And perhaps most exciting of all\, we will recognize RMI’s President Dr. Mike Galiazzo as the 2022 Grand Champion for his leadership over RMI’s 32 year history. It’s been a while since we’ve been able to come together in person. So join us for this high-energy\, top-of-class evening as we gather hundreds of Maryland’s manufacturing industry stakeholders to celebrate each other and the remarkable journey we’ve had together over the years! \nAttendance at this special event is via purchase of a table of 8 as a Silver Sponsor for $1\,800. Sponsorship includes exposure through the Celebration event as well as the Champions of Maryland Manufacturing program. Reserve your Silver Sponsorship/table of 8 here. \nEvent Format: This event will feature a different format than RMI’s traditional Signature events. Because it’s been so long since we have been able to host a large group in person\, we thought you might appreciate more time to network with each other. Therefore\, we will have networking\, food stations and an open bar available for two hours followed by a one hour program.  \n\n5:30-7:30 PM     Networking\, Open Bar\, Dinner via Buffet Food Stations (Attendees may network\, eat while networking or take a seat a their designated tables to eat during this time. The food stations and bar will close at 7:30 PM.)\n7:30-8:30 PM    Program\, Dessert & Coffee (All attendees will be seated at their designated tables.)
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-maryland-manufacturing-celebration/
LOCATION:Martin’s West\, Baltimore\, MD
CATEGORIES:Economic Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221014T211808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T224733Z
UID:50422-1670400000-1670419800@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2022 Rural Economic Development Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) for the\n2022 Rural Economic Development Session – Lower Shore Edition\nDecember 7\, 2022\n8:00am – 1:30pm\nStudent Services Center\, University of Maryland Eastern Shore \nEvery community has a unique vibe with distinct commercial centers designed\, organized\, and promoted to create a sense of livability. Economic developers are charged with identifying and enhancing those unique features to help the community attract new businesses to locate and grow there. But how do you assess your community\, strategically plan\, and attract the right balance of business\, workforce\, entertainment\, and services to meet your community’s needs? \nJoin us as we discuss how the region can leverage K-12 education\, higher education\, and talent assets to achieve maximum economic impact regarding workforce\, tax base\, and jobs. \nThis invitation is extended to MEDA members\, elected and appointed officials or one representative and is non-transferable. \nParking: Lot S (walk across the bridge to the Student Services Center). Click here for a campus map. \n  \nDRAFT AGENDA \n8:00 AM    Continental Breakfast\n8:30 AM    Welcome Remarks   \nDanny Thompson\, Director\, Somerset County Economic Development Commission  \nDr. Heidi Anderson\, President  University of Maryland Eastern Shore \nThe Honorable Mary Beth Carozza\, State Senator \n8:45 AM    PNC Bank Welcome  \nFranklin N. McNeil\, Jr.\, Vice President\, Community Consultant\, Community Development Banking \n9:00-9:30    Opening Keynote: Blueprint for Maryland’s Future \nKirkland Murray\, President and CEO\, Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation \n9:30-10:15    Our Future Workforce: College & Career Readiness  (Apprenticeships) \n\nModerator: David Ryan\, Salisbury-Wicomico Economic Development Corporation\n\n\n\n\nSteve McGee\, Chesapeake Shipbuilding \n​​Chris Eccleston\, Delmarva Veteran Builders\nMitzi Scott\, Tidal Health\nMaria Waller\, President\, Quality Staffing Services\n\n\n\n10:15 – 10:30    BREAK \n10:30- 11:15     Partnerships for Success: Community Schools  \n\nModerator: Danny Thompson\, Executive Director\, Somerset County Economic Development Commission \n\nDiane L. Stulz\, CTE and Blended Learning Facilitator\, Worcester County Public Schools – \nKaren L. Olmstead\, Ph.D.\, Provost and Senior VP of Academic Affairs\, Salisbury University \nDr. Theresa Queenan\, University of Maryland Eastern Shore \nLori Smoot\, Director of Career and Testing Services\, Wor-Wic Community College\n\n\n\n11:15 – 11:30     BREAK \n11:30 – 12:15    Investment in Equity: Local Services Panel  \n\nModerator: Melanie Pursel\, Director\, Worcester County Office of Tourism & Economic Development\n\nDion Banks\, Eastern Shore Network for Change \nKisha Petticolas\, Eastern Shore Network for Change \nShawna N. Kearsley\, Vehicles for Change \n\n\n\n12:15 – 1:00    LUNCH \n1:00 – 1:15    The Future of Higher Education – Maryland Higher Education Commission
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2022-rural-economic-development-session/
LOCATION:University of Maryland Eastern Shore
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221014T212340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T031047Z
UID:50427-1673510400-1673528400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2023 MEDA Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:2023 LEGISLATIVE OUTLOOK FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT\nSponsored by: \nMaryland Department of Commerce\nMaryland Department of Housing and Community Development\nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation\nCity of Annapolis Economic Development\nManis Canning & Associates\nThe Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\nThe Project Resource Group’s Maryland With Pride\nPublic and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2023 session. \n8:00 – 9:00 am REGISTRATION\, CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AND NETWORKING\n9:00 – 9:05 am WELCOME TO WINTER CONFERENCE \n\nDanny Thompson\, MEDA President\n\n9:05 – 9:30 am WELCOME FROM ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY & ANNAPOLIS \n\nIntroduction: Jill Seamon\, President/CEO\, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation\n\nHonorable Steuart Pittman\, Anne Arundel County Executive\n\n\nIntroduction: Stephen Rice\, Economic Development Manager\, City of Annapolis\n\nHonorable Gavin Buckley\, Mayor of Annapolis\n\n\n\n9:30 – 9:45 am MEDA BUSINESS MEETING \n\nPresident’s Welcome – Danny Thompson\nSecretary’s Report – Tammi Thomas\nMembership Report –Denise Beaver\n\n9:45 – 10:45 am MARYLAND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP REPORT \n\nModerator: Tiffany Harvey\, Vice President\, Government & Regulatory Affairs for\nMaryland and Delaware\, Comcast\nMark Anthony Thomas\, President/Chief Executive Officer\, Greater Baltimore Committee\nMary Kane\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, Maryland Chamber of Commerce\nMichael Sanderson\, Executive Director\, Maryland Association of Counties\nJack McDougle\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, Greater Washington Board of Trade\n\n10:45–11:00 am BREAK\n11:00–12:00 pm MARYLAND LEGISLATIVE OUTLOOK \n\nModerator: Josh Kurtz\, Founding Editor\, Maryland Matters\nHonorable Malcolm L. Augustine\, Senate President Pro Tem\nHonorable Vanessa E. Atterbeary\, Chair\, Ways and Means Committee\nHonorable Stephen S. Hershey\, Jr.\, Senate Minority Leader\nHonorable Jason C. Buckel\, House Minority Leader\n\n12:00–1:00 pm LUNCHEON AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS \n\nLieutenant Governor-Elect\, Aruna Miller\n\nClick here to view the MEDA Fall Business Meeting Minutes.  \nPARKING: Please consider your parking options prior to arrival on the 12th.  To assist\, this link provides a look at where the parking spaces are in Annapolis.  Keep in mind the hotel is also encouraging customers to use the Naval Academy stadium parking lot to take advantage of the Annapolis shuttle. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2023-meda-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221107T161248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T183757Z
UID:50899-1676973600-1676984400@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:2023 Economic Development Day in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:************************************ SOLD OUT ************************************ \nHeld during the legislative session in Annapolis\, Economic Development Day is your opportunity to engage with key officials on the issues that impact your job creation efforts. \nJoin us in person on Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023 at: \nGovernor Calvert House\n58 State Circle\nAnnapolis\, MD 21401 \nHighlights include: \n\nEngage with elected officials\nOpportunity to visit the State House and observe hearings\nNetwork with economic development colleagues and industry partners\n\nAGENDA \n\n\n\n10:00 am – 10:30 am\nArrival at the Governor Calvert House for Networking/Coffee and light continental breakfast\n\n\n10:30 am – 11:00 am\nWelcome by Danny Thompson\, MEDA President \nMeet the newly appointed staff from Governor Moore’s office\nBrad Fallon\, Deputy Legislative Officer\nShaina Hernandez\, Deputy Chief of Staff\n\n\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMeet with your legislators. Note: these meetings are to be scheduled by your office\n\n\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nLunch and Panel Presentation: Moderated by: Andrea Mansfield & Lori Valentine \n\n\nHonorable Vanessa E. Atterbeary\, Chair\, Ways and Means Committee\nHonorable Stephen S. Hershey\, Jr.\, Senate Minority Leader\n\n\nKeynote address by Secretary Kevin Anderson\, Maryland Department of Commerce\n\n\n\nPlease consider supporting Economic Development Day as a sponsor or a partner. Your contributions provide MEDA members with the platform to move their communities forward. As a thank you\, MEDA offers sponsors and partners display space on Economic Development Day and recognition of their support on social media and at the event itself. Contact Pam Ruff at info@MEDAmd.com to learn how you can participate. \n  \nPARKING: Please consider your parking options prior to your arrival.  To assist\, this link provides a look at where the parking spaces are in Annapolis.  Keep in mind the hotel is also encouraging customers to use the Naval Academy stadium parking lot to take advantage of the Annapolis shuttle.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-day-in-annapolis-3/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20230124T010546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T010910Z
UID:52510-1678320000-1678492799@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. \n  \nFOR MEDA MEMBERS: \n\nInterested MEDA members who are interested in participating in any of the above training courses receive early-bird member rate at $505.00 should reach out to Cherrika Gordon at prodev@iedconline.org to receive a special code to register for a training course. If you plan to apply for a Lofton Scholarship\, please use this form.\n\nhttps://www.iedconline.org/events/2023/03/09/training-courses/business-retention-and-expansion/ \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-business-retention-expansion-4/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230317
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20221220T213419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T213419Z
UID:51842-1678752000-1679011199@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:Junior Achievement Inspire Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Queen Anne’s and Kent County are now included in JA Inspire 2023! Consider being part of this regional interactive career fair aimed at educating 8th grade students about entrepreneurship\, career awareness\, work readiness and financial literacy through experiential\, hands-on programs. This event will also include a job fair for high school students and community members. Watch the video here for highlights from the 2022 event. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to inform participants about your business and potential career fields available to them. This event helps build a pipeline of future skilled workers\, provides career awareness and hands-on experiences for students\, and assists businesses in locating employees. \nWicomico Youth & Civic Center \n\nMarch 14 – job fair in the evening for high school students and community\nMarch 15-16 – interactive career fair for over 3\,500 8th graders from across the Eastern Shore Booth fee is $500 and sponsorship opportunities are available.\n\n2023 JA Inspire Experience  \nFeel free to contact me with any questions\, Connie Dean cdean@qac.org
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/junior-achievement-inspire-career-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20230215T192408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T190248Z
UID:53434-1678784400-1678788000@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MEDA New Member Orientation - March 2023
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining MEDA! We invite you to attend our New Member Orientation to connect with fellow new members\, the MEDA team\, and board members. During this one-hour session\, we’ll discuss the benefits of MEDA\, the role of each committee\, and how you can get involved with the organization. \nThis session will be held on Zoom. Please complete the form below to register. Once you’ve registered\, you’ll receive an email from info@medamd.com with your Zoom login details. Please check your spam folder if you don’t immediately see the email.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-new-member-orientation-march-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T153814
CREATED:20230208T210709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T210756Z
UID:53098-1678867200-1678881600@www.medamd.com
SUMMARY:MWCC Quarterly Conference
DESCRIPTION:The MWCC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen and grow the state and national economies through performance excellence. We help organizations of all types use world class techniques\, such as lean and six sigma\, to build competitive capability. \nWe look forward to having you join us for our morning “mini-conference” where you will find examples\, case studies\, and informative discussions about the tools and methods of continuous improvement. Get ready to network with learners and leaders of the local Lean community! \nMember Presentation led by Greg Platt\, Vice President\, Manufacturing Operations; Leonardo DRS/RADA Technologies \nGreg Platt\, Stephen Tyler and Dan Lutz  will share their real-life experience adopting 3P and explain why they chose a 2P focus on the process vs product design. Business results and photos will be shared along with Q and A.  \nKeynote Presentation:\nMaria Elena Stopher\, President\, ULTIMATE LEAN\, INC. \nTopic:  3P – Production\, Preparation\, and Process \n \nMs. Maria Elena Stopher is a leading expert on Lean Enterprise who has led numerous business process reengineering engagements for a wide variety of federal government and private sector clients.  Early in her career\, she worked at the National Institute of Standards and Technology helping to build the MEP program leaving there to serve as Director of Product Development for the Lean Enterprise Institute.  Her consulting firm\, ULTIMATE LEAN INC.\, has served clients such as the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (USHUD)\, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA)\, USDA\, and the United States Air Force as well as notable commercial clients such as Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics\, Astra Zeneca\, Perdue Farms\, State Farm Insurance. \nMaria Elena’s presentation will provide an overview of 3P (The Production Preparation Process). 3P is a powerful means of taking a big-picture look at how a product is designed and manufactured. It guides teams through the creative process of generating ideas\, and then whittles the ideas down to one that will be implemented. \nThis overview will answer more in depth on what 3P is\, the process\, the benefits\, and several examples. A 3P project can focus on either the process or product design or both. \nAGENDA \n8:00 am     Networking & Continental Breakfast \n9:00 am     Program Begins \n9:10 am     Leonardo DRS Presentation \n10:00 am   Networking/Break \n10:15 am   Maria Elena Stopher Presentation \n11:45 am   Questions/Networking \nNoon          Program Ends
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-quarterly-conference/
LOCATION:Maryland Jockey Club at Laurel Park\, 198 Laurel Race Track Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Networking
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