StarTUP at Towson University Tour
2023-06-13 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
How Towson Government and Towson University came together to meet the changing needs of workforce development and entrepreneurs.
Take a tour of The StarTUp at the Armory, Towson University’s front door for startups, small businesses, and the region’s largest corporations! The award-winning, state-of-the-art 26,000 sq. ft. space includes 6,000 sq. ft. of free co-working space and meeting rooms where entrepreneurs and executives can connect with each other and the Towson Community. This new space is one of many initiatives in downtown Towson that aims to promote economic development and innovation. Just around the corner, Towson Row is an exciting new development in the heart of Towson that serves both the commercial and residential community. The tour will also include a ride on The Towson Loop, a free transit service that takes riders throughout Towson’s central business district, as well as a walk around the Towson University campus through some of our newest buildings.
Agenda:
10:00

Gather at the Towson University StarTUp facility. Welcome by Melanie Perreault, Interim President, Towson University.
Speaker Daraius Irani, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Applied Research at Towson University, will discuss Towson’s placemaking strategy in the Towson community.
Speaker Baltimore County will discuss the “partnership” between the private, public, and higher ed from the perspective of Baltimore County.
Speaker Dave Mayhew, Interim Director of Construction Services and Director of University Architecture at Towson University, will discuss the TU master plan and how it integrates with Towson and the changes in the “footprint of TU” over time. He will also discuss the Towson Row project and the commercial and residential community investments.
Speaker Patrick McQuown, Executive Director of Entrepreneurship at Towson University, will deliver the StarTUp award-winning UEDA pitch and meet the 2023 Summer Accelerator cohort.

11:30

Short walking tour to Towson Row and then take a ride on the Baltimore County Loop. Enjoy a driving tour and a walking tour of the Towson University campus that will highlight the most recent master plan projects.

12:15

Arrive back at the StarTUp for lunch and informal conversation with 2023 Summer Accelerator Ventures and speakers and tours of the StarTUp.

If you’re looking to start and finish your workday in our co-working space, plan to bring your laptop; we provide free high-speed Wi-Fi and space that will meet and exceed your working needs. We open at 8:30 am and close at 5:30 pm.
Address (for GPS): 307 Washington Ave., Towson, MD 21204. See the parking map, which includes garages and street parking options.
Dress: Casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are suggested.

Partner Event - Cybersecurity: How to Protect Maryland Agriculture
2023-06-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Health Professions and Athletics Center – Room HPAC 127 at Chesapeake College, 1000 College Circle, Wye Mills, MD, 21679, United States
This forum will bring agricultural and cybersecurity industry leaders together to discuss the technologies used in food production, transportation, and agriculture with their associated cybersecurity threats, risks, and challenges to create solutions to protect our food supply pipeline in Maryland and beyond. Sponsored and hosted by TEDCO and Bay Crossing Consulting, this hybrid workshop will feature top industry experts discussing the do’s and don’ts of staying secure in today’s increasingly technological agricultural environment. We invite individuals involved in the farming or primary food processing, and/or cybersecurity industries to join us for the event.

2023 MEDA Young Leaders Agricultural Lunch & Learn
2023-07-18 11:00 - 13:00
MEDA Young Leaders are invited to Zekiah Ridge Farm & Flowers (Bliss in the Barn) located at 11770 Charles St, La Plata, MD 20646, for the 2023 MEDA Young Leaders Agricultural Lunch & Learn on Tues., July 18, 11:00 AM.
Starting with a welcome and introductions, learn about the farm’s history and current operations from Cindy Bliss, followed by insights into Charles County’s zoning and business development efforts for farms and agriculture. Take a scenic Farm Walk and indulge in a delicious lunch before a brief presentation on Charles County Land Preservation or Explore Charles County. At the end of the event, unleash your creativity and build your own bouquet while networking with other participants.
The cost is $40 and includes lunch and the bouquet.

2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course
2023-07-24 09:00 - 2023-07-31 17:00 | VIRTUAL
2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course
July 24 – July 27 – Virtual
Whether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher, the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts, strategies, and tools needed to be successful in today’s complex economic environment. This essential course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities and assist them in gaining capacity-building skills, resources, and networks to accelerate economic development.
In previous years, our 4-day Basic Course was held in Baltimore, which required travel expenses, time away from home, and extra planning and organization. With our all-virtual course this year, you can learn it all from the comfort of your own home, making it an accessible, efficient, and more affordable way to learn the fundamentals of economic development. We have excellent instructors lined up to teach, and you’ll get to meet and network with other participants… all virtually!
This course will be offered online (via Zoom). Please note that the time zone is Eastern Time (ET).
What You’ll Learn:

Grow your skills and understanding of economic development foundational elements
Best practices in economic and community development
Managing an economic development program
Financing economic development projects and using incentives
Explore new methods and programs to promote job growth and investment
Business retention and expansion
Marketing and business attraction
Discuss emerging trends and factors that shape local and regional economies
Ethics in economic development
Gain detailed knowledge of successful initiatives
Strategic planning
Small business and entrepreneurship
Tools for planning your economy and how to use them.
Researching your prospects and building a community data profile.
Real estate development and reuse
Neighborhood revitalization
Managing real estate inventory.
Develop a valuable network of fellow economic development professionals and resources
Learn from outstanding experts and practitioners in the field

Who Should Take the Course?
The Basic Economic Development Course is designed for community leaders and stakeholders who participate in the process of community and economic development at local, regional, state and federal levels. Typical attendees include:

Economic development practitioners
Business leaders
Community volunteers
Public utility personnel
Government agency staff
Real estate professionals
Chambers of commerce members
Business development professionals
Cooperative extension personnel
Planning and development agencies
Bankers and financial institution professionals
Community development organization professionals
Municipal, town and county government elected and appointed officials
Others interested in facilitating job creation and capital investment in their community, region or state

Your First Step Toward Certification
For those seeking national certification, the Economic Development Basic Course is the first requirement in the process of becoming a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD). This Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the CEcD exam. CEcD certification through the IEDC is a national recognition that denotes a mastery of principal skills in economic development, professional attainment, and a commitment to personal and professional growth.
Lofton Scholarships for MEDA Members
Members of MEDA can apply for a Lofton Scholarship to cover the tuition for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in full. MEDA’s Lofton Scholarship exists to support the growth of professional skills and knowledge by economic development practitioners in Maryland.
Apply for the Lofton Scholarship before you register for the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course. Upon acceptance, you will be given a discount code to use with your registration. The last day to apply for the Lofton Scholarship for the Basic Course is July 14. Apply here!
Details
The 2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course will be held July 24 – July 27 (virtually) from approximately 9am to 5pm Eastern Time.
Tuition is:

$590 for MEDA members (Lofton Scholarship available for full tuition to members)
$765 for non-members (tuition includes MEDA membership for a year)

Register today!
Current Course Schedule (subject to change)

Instructors

Sharon Disque, CEcD

Sharon Disque is the Economic Development Manager for the City of Gaithersburg, Maryland. She has more than 30 years of experience in economic development, including business park development, real estate sales and leasing, corporate site selection, community strategic planning, marketing and market analysis, and downtown redevelopment. Before joining the City of Gaithersburg, Sharon ran a community development corporation, provided real estate consulting services for clients in Maryland and West Virginia, and was Regional Director of Industrial Development for CSX Transportation. She began her career with the Hagerstown-Washington County Economic Development Commission. Sharon earned a Master’s in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s in Economics from the University of Virginia. She is a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD).

Sandy Dubay, CEcD

Sandy Dubay, CEcD is the CEO and Founder of PPR Strategies, as well as a publicist, marketing consultant, public speaker, spokesperson, and public relations team leader.
Sandy is passionate about helping communities in the mid-Atlantic region grow and diversify their economies and job opportunities for residents. She brings her expertise in communications, social media, marketing, economic development, and tourism to help clients create & implement customized communications plans right for them.
Sandy is a graduate of Shepherd University with a Bachelor of Science in economics and business administration. She previously served as a Research Specialist at the Jefferson County Development Authority in Charles Town, WV and most recently as a Business Development Specialist in the Frederick County Office of Economic Development in Frederick, MD.

Heather Gramm, CEcD
MEDA Past President
Heather Gramm joined the Maryland Department of Commerce as Senior Director of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship in June 2019. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of the state’s efforts to grow the strategic industries of biohealth and life sciences, cybersecurity and aerospace, manufacturing, energy and agriculture. In addition, she oversees Commerce’s strategic initiatives for entrepreneurship, small business, and workforce development.
Prior to this role, she served as Deputy Director for the Frederick County Office of Economic Development overseeing the county’s business development efforts, including business attraction, retention and expansion, small and minority business development strategies, as well as industry-sector development in the county’s targeted sectors.
Heather has more than 17 years of experience in municipal, county and state economic development in a variety of roles including business development, community development and downtown revitalization. She earned a B.A. in Business Administration from Hood College and the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification through IEDC. She serves as President of the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Board of Directors.

Richard G. Griffin, CEcD

Richard Griffin, AICP, CEcD is the Director of Economic Development for the City of Frederick.
In that role oversees four City Departments including the Department of Economic
Development, Downtown Parking Department, Frederick Municipal Airport, and Weinberg
Center for the Arts. Griffin is accredited economic developer and urban planner with over 30
years of experience.
During his 23-year tenure in Frederick he has overseen major City Projects including the design
and development of award-winning Carroll Creek Park, airport expansion, and parking garage
development along with coordinating complex development projects delivering jobs and tax
base in downtown and commercial corridors. He has worked with many businesses in Frederick
including AstraZeneca, Fort Detrick, Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, Stulz,
Wilcoxen, Precision For Medicine, and many small mom and pop shops, and minority and
women owned businesses.
Richard has experience working at the city, county, regional, and federal level in Maryland,
Virginia, North and South Carolina and Washington State. He served on the district staff of the
late US Representative James Clarke from the 11th District of NC. He is a US Army veteran
having served as a Cavalry border guard on the East German Border during the cold war and as
a commissioned Armor officer in the NC National Guard and Army Reserves.
Mr. Griffin holds degrees from Western Carolina University and Clemson University. He serves
on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA), Fort
Detrick Alliance, the Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc, and others. He is Rotary Paul
Harris Fellow and volunteers as a scout leader and youth mountain bike race team coach. His
wife Lynne is a FCPS teacher and they live, work, and play in Downtown Frederick.

Trish Heidenreich, CEcD
MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair
Trish Heidenreich has served as the Economic Development Director for the Town of Bel Air since 2006. Prior to joining the Town, Trish worked in real estate administration and held a 25-year career in the entertainment industry, specializing in concert production logistics, business development and marketing.
Trish sits on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) and is Co-Chair of MEDA’s Professional Development Committee. Trish holds a Certification in Economic Development (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in Washington and is a member of the Board of Directors. In addition to her certification, she holds a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Communications and Television Production from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada.

Latrice Lewis

Latrice Lewis is a Business and Employment Consultant and ReEntry Project Manager with Frederick County Workforce Services a proud partner of The American Job Center Network! She has over 15 years in Business Development and Career & Workforce Development. She has a unique perspective on Workforce and Economic Development having spent time in both private and public sector positions, as well as the Frederick County Public School system.
Latrice’s primary focus is partnering with the Frederick County (FC) business community to assist with their workforce development needs: recruitment, staff development/training and LMI. She works with small-to-very large organizations in the FC community. She also works closely with an under-served population in our community of Justice-Involved citizens.
Latrice has had opportunities to share her expertise with such organizations as the United Way of Fredrick County, The Local Management Board (Office of Children & Families), Hood College Leadership Program, Mountain Manor Treatment Center, and other local schools and colleges – she has earned a reputation for being a “Trusted Business Advisor” in the Frederick County community.
Latrice is passionate about serving the Frederick County community and ensuring both businesses and citizens are aware of all the resources available to maximize their success.

Stephen Primosch

In his current role as Vice President of Financial Services for the Anne Arundel Economic
Development Corporation, Steve is responsible for managing the, Arundel Community
Reinvestment Fund, Anne Arundel Incentive Fund, the Next Stage Fund and the VOLT Fund.
Steve is responsible for managing financial services staff and developing the protocols and
processes used to manage the flow of applications for all of the corporation’s lending programs,
from origination and underwriting to the closing and servicing of loans. Steve oversees a
portfolio of approximately 100 small business loans totaling approximately $7 million.
Steve has more than a decade of finance and lending experience. Prior to arriving at AAEDC,
he served as Vice President of Private Business Banking for BankAnnapolis. Previous to that,
he was at the Harbor Bank of Maryland for four years as Vice President and Commercial
Lending Officer.
Steve holds an MBA and a bachelors degree in marketing, both from Frostburg State University.
Steve has served on the Board of several non-profit organizations including the Maryland
Economic Development Association Foundation, Maryland Economic Development Association,
Arundel Child Care Connections, and the Maryland Commercial Lenders Lending Association.

Jamie Williams, CEcD

Jamie Williams, CEcD, is the Director of Kent County Economic & Tourism Development. Williams began Economic Development work with Kent County seven years ago, and achieved her Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification in October of 2019. Previous work included 20 years at a Millwork Distributor where she filled many positions, office manager for a local land surveyor, and administrative work in the County Commissioners Office. Her previous experience working for a large employer and a small business served her well in working with the business community.
Williams is a member of the Maryland Economic Development Association and serves as MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair.

Julia Glanz
MEDA Ex Officio
Julia Glanz is the Assistant Secretary for Strategic Initiatives at Maryland’s Department of Housing and Community Development. Glanz is responsible for shaping new initiatives to achieve the policy objectives of Governor Wes Moore’s administration and the operations goals of department Secretary Jake Day. Prior to joining DHCD, Glanz served as the City Administrator for the City of Salisbury, managing day-to-day operations across all the city’s departments since December 2016. She was the youngest, and first female to hold the City Administrator post. She also served as Acting Mayor and led Salisbury forward through challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and racial injustices.
A native New Yorker, Glanz moved to Salisbury in 2007 to study at Salisbury University and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Political Science (2011) and a Master’s Degree in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution (2013). Glanz has been a proud resident of the City of Salisbury for the last 16 years, but is moving to Greenbelt, Maryland this summer with her wife, Lindsey, and their four legged children.

Dr. Candace Pruett

Dr. Candace Pruett is a highly accomplished business professional with expertise in strategic planning, business development, and entrepreneurship. Through her role at the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as the Assistant Director for the Corridor Region, Candace provides strategic guidance and support to small businesses, helping them navigate the complexities of the business landscape and achieve sustainable growth. She actively engages with entrepreneurs, offering expert advice on business planning, market research, financial analysis, and access to capital. She has been awarded the SBDC State Star Award in 2017 recognized at the National ASBDC conference, ASBDC’s 40 Under 40 Award in 2022, and MEDA’s Rising Star Award in 2023. She is also certified as a GrowthWheel Certified Business Advisor and FranFit Advisor. Candace is an active participant in the Maryland Economic Development Association and a member of their Young Leaders Group. She also volunteers on the Career Advisory Board for the Purdue School of Business at her alma mater, Salisbury University. Candace earned her Doctorate of Business Administration at the University of Maryland Global Campus (formerly known as the University of Maryland University College.) Candace received her Master of Business Administration and B.S. in Management from Salisbury University. Candace’s research interest is in generational studies revolving around how the culture of an organization impacts knowledge transfer.

Rosa Cruz, CEcD
MEDA Professional Development Co-Chair
Rosa Cruz, a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), is Chief of Staff at the Maryland
Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). As a member of the
executive team, she is responsible for managing organizational workflow and
communications and defining parameters of implementation on cross-functional
teams. She was previously at DHCD from 2008 to 2012 as Deputy Director of
Communications.
Prior to returning to state service, Rosa was Vice President of Communications for the
Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) in Annapolis where she
managed program initiatives and communication strategies that helped AAEDC attract
and retain businesses in Anne Arundel County.
Her professional experience includes serving in the Governor’s Office and working in
television news production for several media outlets on the east coast including ESPN,
Fox News’ DC bureau and local news stations in Baltimore, Maryland and Richmond,
Virginia.
Rosa is the co-chair of the Professional Development Committee of the Maryland
Economic Development Association (MEDA) as well as a board member. She also serves
as the President of the Board of Directors of the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn
Park, Maryland.
She holds a Master of Arts in Public Affairs/Journalism from the American University
and a BA in International Studies from George Mason University.

2023 MEDA Summer Conference
2023-07-26 09:00 - 12:15
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2023 MEDA Summer Conference on Leadership Development in economic development organizations (EDOs)! The conference brought together an exceptional lineup of experienced speakers who shared their expertise through dynamic and engaging TED Talk-style presentations, including presentations from:

Jessica Aiello, Founder and CEO of Yellow Group, presented “Inclusion Means All”
Shannon Bahrke Happe, CEO of Team Empower Hour, presented “Bringing the Olympic Athlete Mindset to Your EDO”
Caitlin Cain, Vice President of LISC and Director of Rural LISC presented “Best Practices for Leading a Rural EDO” (click here for presentation slides)
Trayce McDaniel, President of TIP Strategies, presented “Leading the Way: Becoming an Inclusionary Economic Development Leader” (click here for presentation slides)
Lyneir Richardson, CEO of Chicago TREND Corporation, presented “Leadership By Doing … Urban and Inclusive Economic Development” (click here for presentation slides)

Thank you to our decorated speakers for sharing their insights, skills, and tactics for successful leadership development within EDOs.
Click here to view the draft minutes from the April Business Meeting.

2023 MEDA Young Leaders Virtual Networking Session
2023-07-28 11:00 - 12:00
MEDA members who are young professionals (40 and under) are invited to participate in the launch of new virtual professional development and networking sessions! Take an opportunity to regularly connect with other young professionals from across the state, build relationships, and learn from your peers in the economic development industry. These collaborative meetings will be held bi-monthly in a virtual format with topics of conversation chosen by the MEDA Young Leaders. This format provides our young professionals of all skill levels the opportunity to dive deeper into their topics of interest and discuss current matters.
The first session will be held on Friday, July 28th, at 11:00 AM.
Register below!

Creating the Blueprint – Workplace Wellness for the Entrepreneur
2023-08-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Self care is important. Join us to collect the tools to care for yourself while building your dreams.
This seminar will equip entrepreneurs and those who are self-employed with the tools to care for themselves while building their dreams. You’ll learn concrete, yet simplistic tools for health on the go (with an option for more advanced techniques outside of the seminar). Attendees will walk away with tools to help with stress management, health on the go, assurance vs. insurance, relaxation & seated movement techniques, and ways to use aromatherapy and plants to support their day-to-day lifestyles.
About the presenter, Princess Akeema’s interest in health and nutrition began when she was 26 years old and was diagnosed with high blood pressure. In the previous year, she lost her mother to liver disease. It was from that point in her life that she realized that she was too young to face a life of chronic and life-threatening diseases. During this time Akeema focused on optimizing her health by educating herself.
After experiencing healing in her own body. she discovered that the holistic health, nutrition, and self-care that she models in her own life can help educate others to optimize their health as well. She combined her experience and education into a career as a certified holistic health practitioner. She is pursuing an advanced education in eastern medicine and acupuncture to further serve her community.
Princess Akeema is also a certified holistic nutritionist, a certified reflexologist, certified aqua chi ionic foot detox practitioner, as well as a certified yoga teacher with a specialization in therapeutic yoga that she often uses to teach her clients how to infuse movement and meditation into their lives to reduce chronic pain and stress.
Today, Princess Akeema LLC is a thriving business. She brings her expertise not only to those in the DMV area but reaching clients across the US by offering virtual appointments. She specializes in disease prevention and reversal, but can also assist with weight management, stress reduction, skincare, detoxification, and more.
She offers a wide array of wellness services and products to help individuals maintain a healthy life physically, emotionally, and mentally.Learn more at www.princessakeema.com
Registration will close on Sept. 13

Global Marketing Outlook: Essential Insights You Can't Afford to Miss
2023-08-24 12:00 - 13:30 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Join us for an engaging presentation that delves into the profound impact of technology advancements on the global economy and markets.

Explore the transformative journey of marketing as it adapts to meet the ever-changing demands of the market. Gain valuable insights into proven e-commerce trends that effectively resonate with consumers and drive success.
Discover the latest advertising trends and their influence on consumer and business behavior, both in the B2B and B2C realms.
Gain an understanding of the creator economy and its impact on buyer behavior.
Learn powerful strategies to leverage your brand and unique story, enabling you to stand out amidst a sea of similarities and captivate your audience’s attention.
While AI tools offer significant value, recognize the critical importance of owning your content strategy and creative process to generate impactful BIG IDEAS that propel your business forward consistently.
Don’t miss this comprehensive exploration of the evolving marketing landscape, brimming with immense potential to elevate your business success to new heights.

About our presenter, Ani Matson is the Founder and President of Digital Marketing Strategies (DMS), and a co-founder of CMO Syndicate. Both organizations help clients make core transformations in marketing strategy and operations to power growth through digital advantage.
Ani has extensive strategic marketing expertise. Before launching, DMS she enjoyed a twenty-year career in a broad range of leadership positions that cut across marketing strategy, digital transformation, and data analytics. Past roles include executive appointments at the National Education Association’s Member Benefits Corporation and The McGraw Hill Companies Aviation Week Group. She is an accomplished entrepreneur, having launched, managed, and successfully sold a publishing company before turning 30.
Ani currently teaches strategic marketing courses at Georgetown University’s Master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications program.
Ani is driven to serve her community and her peers. She serves on the Board of Every Mind, Help Heal Vets, and is an advisor with the Business Continuity Taskforce at the Maryland Tech Council.
Registration will close on August 23.

Understanding Product Development: From Idea to Market Launch
2023-08-31 12:00 - 13:30 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Learn about product development and how it can help build your business

Physical product development requires large investments. Understanding the process, possible pitfalls and defining the requirements early in the process will help improve chances for success. A Maryland product development expert will share his experience and detail the steps taken to make an idea into a manufacturable product. Bring your idea, problems and be ready for an interactive discussion.

About our presenter, Cyrus Etemad-Moghadam is curious about everything – every new object, technology, device and tool requires breaking down: How does it work? How was it made? Why this, and not that? So when becoming an astronaut was no longer in the cards, the next best thing was mechanical engineering. After spending his formative years in the defense industry, an after-hours consulting job resulted in a full-time position at a telecom. Cool! No more right angles, no more grey, olive green or desert beige! Later, the boom in optical networking landed him a gig at a start-up in Canada, where he became the Director of Engineering. On a trip with his CEO, a serial entrepreneur, resulted in a revelation: he could be an entrepreneur too. It was time to take his expertise in development and launch a business of his own.
Cyrus started RPM Tech in his basement in 2006. Today, the company employs a group talented engineers, technicians and model makers who conceptualize, design, prototype, test and produce products for a broad range of industries, with customers in the US, Canada and Europe. They innovate, solve problems and make things work. He has accumulated extensive experience in design and development working with startups, small businesses, entrepreneurs and large corporations. As importantly, he has lived the ups and downs of building a sustainable business to be passionate about sharing the knowledge he has acquired. As well as being passionate about his team – they are the reason for his company’s success.
Registration will close on August 30.

Creating a Well-Designed Retirement Plan For Your Small Business
2023-09-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Learn how to prepare for retirement by minimizing taxes & maximizing value

After a new business starts to grow with steady cash flow, it’s time to consider tax planning to minimize taxes and maximize value. Utilizing a well-designed retirement plan can help achieve that goal. What type of retirement plan can help your business maximize its value, minimize your taxes, and maximize financial security for you and your team? Factors to be considered are age, health, various business and personal goals, etc.
Join us as we look at a case study of a solopreneur with $200K in revenue and how a well-designed retirement plan helped him minimize taxes and get on the path to early retirement. Learn how these tools can help you prepare for retirement as well.

About our Speaker: May Jiang is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®). May graduated Cum Laude from the University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business with degrees in Accounting and Finance; she was an accounting scholar and finance fellow. With over a decade of professional experience, May has advised businesses of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
As the founder of Beyond Profit and Wealth Consulting (BPWC), May now focuses on supporting small to mid-sized businesses in local communities with outsourced accounting and CFO services. BPWC is a full-service firm that helps local entrepreneurs start their businesses, grow revenue, design tax strategies and retirement plans, as well as eventual business owners’ exit strategies.
Registration will close on September 5.

Driving Revenue: Exceeding Sales Goals
2023-09-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Join us for a 6-week series held September 12 thru October 17 to prepare for business success.

Have you asked yourself the following questions?

How do I sell beyond my “Friends and Family”?
Do I have a strategy for repeatable sales?
Am I positioned to drive revenue to achieve my goals?
Do I have the necessary sales systems and materials in place to Scale to reach my goals?
Is my plan executable?… with monthly contact goals and attainable revenue/sales goals?

If you are saying “no” to any of these questions, you might want to join the Exceeding Sales Goals sessions. Sessions will start September 12 thru October 17.
The following topics will be covered:

Converting Revenue goals into attainable sales targets.
Creating Value Statements and Setting appointments.
Handling objections and closing on business.
Qualifying questions and streamlining your sales.
Forecasting and pipeline.
Negotiating and closing.

The program is structured to have each session build on the previous session to accelerate results. At the end of the program, you will have a Sales Playbook specific to your Company and your offering. Please try to attend all but attending any will give your sales boost!
Each session will run for 90 minutes, with 45-60 minutes of content and spirited discussion, followed by 30-45 minutes of Q&A covering all aspects of sales.
Independent of these sessions, presenter Frank Cook is available for a one-on-one session to discuss all aspects of Sales and Client success. You may schedule time with Frank using this link https://calendly.com/frank-5150.
Registration closes on September 11.

Money Maryland Anne Arundel County
2023-09-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St, Annapolis, MD, 21401
The Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) and Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) welcome you to Money Maryland Anne Arundel County. We’d like to thank our partners, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (Maryland SBDC), the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation(AAWDC), the Maryland APEX Accelerator, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Meridian Management Group for their participation and time.
We would also like to thank our sponsors, M&T Bank and the Baltimore Economic Leadership League (BELL) for their financial support and assistance.
We are offering three tracks, with each focused on offering different resources and information:

Track 1 focuses on connecting you to local resources in Anne Arundel County.
Track 2 is for entrepreneurs who want to increase revenue and hire people in their communities.
Track 3 is for attendees who prefer to speak and learn in Spanish.

AGENDA
8:30 am- Doors open. Enjoy networking over continental breakfast provided by M&T Bank.
9:00 am- Opening Remarks

Amy Gowan, AAEDC President & CEO
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman
Will Holmes, Founder of WHC and Creator of Money Maryland

9:20 am- Attendees go to their tracks. Tracks start at 9:30 am.
TRACK 1 – Resources in Anne Arundel County

9:30 am- AAEDC Programs & Resources – Wes MacQuilliam, AAEDC VP of Business Development & Real Estate
A brief overview of how AAEDC resources including financing, site selection assistance, permitting and zoning guidance, workforce development support, community revitalization, and market research can help businesses succeed and grow.
9:50 am- Maryland Small Business Development Center Services – Candace Pruett, Maryland SBDC Regional Counselor
A snapshot of how the Maryland SBDC’s no-cost, confidential consulting services can help entrepreneurs who are looking to start or grow their business.
10:10 am- Anne Arundel Workforce Development Resources – John Zuknik, AAWDC VP of Business and Industry Solutions
A summary of how AAWDC services can help businesses attract, retain, and upskill high-quality employees – plus build a consistent talent pipeline.
10:30 am- Procurement Presentations- Anne Arundel County (Elisa Brown), MBE Certification (Eun Young Hong), Maryland APEX Accelerator (Pam Minor)
11:10 am- Access to Capital Panel-

VOLT Fund (Stephen Primosch, AAEDC VP of Finance)
Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (Todd Scott, Maryland DHCD Deputy Director of Community Engagement)
Meridian Management Group (Timothy Smoot, Meridian Senior VP, CFO & Co-Founder)
M&T Bank (Andy Noel, Business Banking Relationship Manager)
Moderator (Stephen Rice, City of Annapolis Economic Development Manager)

Track 2 – Business Growth
9:30 am to 10:45 am- 30 Steps for Startups- Will Holmes
During this session, we will examine, step by step how to evaluate a business idea, understand the profit potential and risks, prepare your mindset, choose customers, create marketing strategies, write a business plan, open your business properly, increase revenue, become profitable, access capital, hire and scale, prepare your business for sale, and then retire comfortably.
10:50 am to 12 pm- Scaling $1 to $1 Million- Will Holmes
During this session we will focus on how to create cash flow projections, set sales to goals to generate 1 million dollars in revenue, build a team, find the most profitable clients, win contracts with bigger companies and government agencies, access capital, prepare for retirement and choose how you want to live your later years.
Track 3 – Hispanohablantes
9:30 am- Recursos y acceso a capital y la contratación federal y estatal.
Adquiera una visión general de los valiosos programas y servicios que AAEDC y AAWDC ofrecen; las numerosas oportunidades de adquisición que existen en el condado de Anne Arundel y el estado de Maryland, y cómo procularlas; así como la forma de acceder al capital a través del programa de préstamos del Fondo VOLT
10:50 am- Maryland Small Business Development Center Services (Servicios del Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeños Negocios de Maryland)
Luis Díaz-Colorado y Néstor Gavidia, consejeros regionales bilingües del Maryland SBDC, estarán disponibles en la mesa para encontrarse con los asistentes y responder a cualquier pregunta que puedan tener.
Compartirán información sobre cómo los servicios de consultoría gratuitos y confidenciales del Maryland SBDC ayudan a los emprendedores que desean iniciar o hacer crecer sus negocios.
11:10 am- Estrategias efectivas para hacer crecer tu negocio.
Cómo crear un plan de crecimiento.
Mejores prácticas. para el mantenimiento de registros
Como invertir en ti mismo y en tu personal.

Money Maryland Anne Arundel County
2023-09-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St, Annapolis, MD, 21401
The Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) and Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) welcome you to Money Maryland Anne Arundel County. We’d like to thank our partners, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (Maryland SBDC), the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation(AAWDC), the Maryland APEX Accelerator, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Meridian Management Group for their participation and time.
We would also like to thank our sponsors, M&T Bank and the Baltimore Economic Leadership League (BELL) for their financial support and assistance.
We are offering three tracks, with each focused on offering different resources and information:

Track 1 focuses on connecting you to local resources in Anne Arundel County.
Track 2 is for entrepreneurs who want to increase revenue and hire people in their communities.
Track 3 is for attendees who prefer to speak and learn in Spanish.

Please take a look at the agenda for each track and let us know what sessions interest you when you register. The registration form is at the bottom of this page.
AGENDA
8:30 am- Doors open. Enjoy networking over continental breakfast provided by M&T Bank.
9:00 am- Opening Remarks

Amy Gowan, AAEDC President & CEO
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman
Will Holmes, Founder of WHC and Creator of Money Maryland

9:20 am- Attendees go to their tracks. Tracks start at 9:30 am.
Track 1- Resources in Anne Arundel County
9:30 am to 10:05 am

AAEDC Programs & Resources – Wes MacQuilliam, AAEDC VP of Business Development & Real Estate A brief overview of how AAEDC resources including financing, site selection assistance, permitting and zoning guidance, workforce development support, community revitalization, and market research can help businesses succeed and grow.
Maryland Small Business Development Center Services – Candace Pruett, Maryland SBDC Regional Counselor A snapshot of how the Maryland SBDC’s no-cost, confidential consulting services can help entrepreneurs who are looking to start or grow their business.
Anne Arundel Workforce Development Resources – John Zuknik, AAWDC VP of Business and Industry Solutions. A summary of how AAWDC services can help businesses attract, retain, and upskill high-quality employees – plus build a consistent talent pipeline.

10:10 am to 10:45 am

Procurement and Contracting Panel- Anne Arundel County (Elisa Brown), MBE Certification (Eun Young Hong), Maryland APEX Accelerator (Pam Minor), NDA Pathways to Success (Brian Shay)

10:45 am to 11:00 am- Break
11 am to 12:00 pm

Access to Capital Panel-

VOLT Fund (Stephen Primosch, AAEDC VP of Finance)
Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (Todd Scott, Maryland DHCD Deputy Director of Community Engagement)
Meridian Management Group (Timothy Smoot, Meridian Senior VP, CFO & Co-Founder)
M&T Bank (Andy Noel, Business Banking Relationship Manager)
Moderator (Stephen Rice, City of Annapolis Economic Development Manager)

Track 2- Business Growth
9:30 am to 10:45 am
30 Steps for Startups- Will Holmes
During this session, we will examine, step by step how to evaluate a business idea, understand the profit potential and risks, prepare your mindset, choose customers, create marketing strategies, write a business plan, open your business properly, increase revenue, become profitable, access capital, hire and scale, prepare your business for sale, and then retire comfortably.
10:45 am to 11 am- Break
11 am to 12 pm Scaling
$1 to $1 Million- Will Holmes
During this session we will focus on how to create cash flow projections, set sales to goals to generate 1 million dollars in revenue, build a team, find the most profitable clients, win contracts with bigger companies and government agencies, access capital, prepare for retirement and choose how you want to live your later years.
Track 3- Hispanohablantes
9:30 am to 10:45am
Recursos y acceso a capital y la contratación federal y estatal.
Adquiera una visión general de los valiosos programas y servicios que AAEDC y AAWDC ofrecen; las numerosas oportunidades de adquisición que existen en el condado de Anne Arundel y el estado de Maryland, y cómo procularlas; así como la forma de acceder al capital a través del programa de préstamos del Fondo VOLT.
10:45 am to 11 am- Tomemos un descanso.
11 am to 12 pm
Maryland Small Business Development Center Services (Servicios del Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeños Negocios de Maryland) Luis Díaz-Colorado y Néstor Gavidia, consejeros regionales bilingües del Maryland SBDC, estarán disponibles en la mesa para encontrarse con los asistentes y responder a cualquier pregunta que puedan tener.
Compartirán información sobre cómo los servicios de consultoría gratuitos y confidenciales del Maryland SBDC ayudan a los emprendedores que desean iniciar o hacer crecer sus negocios.
Estrategias efectivas para hacer crecer tu negocio.

Cómo crear un plan de crecimiento.
Mejores prácticas. para el mantenimiento de registros
Como invertir en ti mismo y en tu personal.

Driving Revenue: Leveraging Technology to Capture Clients
2023-09-19 13:30 - 15:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Join us for a 5-week series held September 19 thru October 17, to implement a playbook of tools to build your client base.

Are you leveraging tools to create more time and sales?
When prospects ask “What do you do” or “Send me something”, what do you have to send?
Are you using a Contact Relationship Manager to drive Revenue?
Do you manage your pipeline to drive revenue or is it a neglected task?
Are you approaching Account Management strategically?
Are you leading your customers to maximize your offerings value?

If you are saying “no” to any of these questions, you might want to join the “Driving Revenue” sessions from September 19 thru October 17.
The following topics will be covered:

One page -Marketing tool
Contact Relationship Manager -HubSpot focused
Pipeline management -Maximize your Revenue
Account Management -Maintaining your Tribe
Quarterly Business Reviews -Staying on Target

The program is structured to have each session build on the previous session to accelerate results. At the end of the program, you will have a Sales Operations plan specific to your company and offering. Please try to attend all but attending any will give your sales a boost!
Each session will run for 90 minutes, with 45-60 minutes of content and spirited discussion, followed by 30-45 minutes of Q&A covering all aspects of sales.
Independent of these sessions, presenter Frank Cook is available for a one-on-one session to discuss all aspects of Sales and Client success. You may schedule time with Frank using this link https://calendly.com/frank-5150.
Registration closes on September 18.

2023 End Of Summer Bash!
2023-09-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Join the Maryland Innovation Center for the End of Summer Bash!
The final days of summer are the perfect time for a celebration! Please join the Maryland Innovation Center for our End of Summer Bash at Merriweather Lakehouse on Sept. 21, 2023 from 5-8 PM. End the season on a high note, and enjoy a fun-filled evening mingling with other Howard County entrepreneurs in a laid-back atmosphere. Delicious food and drinks will be available.
Save the date! We can’t wait to see you there.
Early Bird ticket sales close on September 8. All ticket sales will close on September 20.

The Maryland World Class Consortia - Quarterly Conference
2023-09-22 08:15 - 12:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Leveraging Lean and Change Management in Construction and Solar Industries
By adopting Lean principles, both the construction and solar industries can enhance their operations, reduce waste, improve quality, and provide better value to their customers. It’s essential to create a culture of continuous improvement and embrace Lean methodologies throughout the organization to achieve long-term success.
Agenda:
8:15 am Networking & Continental Breakfast
9:00 am Greetings 9:15 am William Poulin, Presentation #1
10:30 am Networking/Break
10:40 am Kelly Petrock, Presentation #2
11:50 am Q&A Noon Program Ends

MEDA New Member Orientation
2023-09-28 09:00 - 10:00
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.
This 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.

2023 MEDA Young Leaders Virtual Networking Session (Sept 2023)
2023-09-29 11:00 - 12:00
MEDA members who are young professionals (40 and under) are invited to participate in the launch of new virtual professional development and networking sessions! Take an opportunity to regularly connect with other young professionals from across the state, build relationships, and learn from your peers in the economic development industry. These collaborative meetings will be held bi-monthly in a virtual format with topics of conversation chosen by the MEDA Young Leaders. This format provides our young professionals of all skill levels the opportunity to dive deeper into their topics of interest and discuss current matters.
This session will be held on Friday, September 29th, at 11:00 AM.
Register below!

A Strategic Approach to Leveraging AI in Marketing
2023-10-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Come learn about AI and how it can impact marketing your business.

Join us for a strategic overview on the modern evolution of marketing; introduction to AI and ChatGPT specifically; addressing common concerns about AI; how we can leverage AI now in our business; Summary and Q&A opportunity; an opportunity to sign up for free resources like our ChatGPT Second Edition E-Book for immediately useable prompts, ideas, and more information on ChatGPT.

About our Speaker: Katheryne Womack is a 15 year Military Veteran and Navy Reservist Intelligence Officer who has leveraged her professional military expertise into her Digital Marketing Agency, WSI Digital Marketing. Her primary objective is to support relatively new small business owners in the DMV area through providing professional and data-driven marketing strategies. She supports other entrepreneurs by providing both education and tailored digital marketing solutions. In fulfillment of her primary objective, Katheryne works to help business owners understand the significance of digital marketing, leverage it, and achieve the 5-year benchmark in business ownership. While her primary focus is on small businesses in their first five years of operation, she also works with local businesses who have been operating for decades but are only now interested in adapting their marketing strategies to the current digital landscape.
Registration will close on October 4.

MEDA 2024 Awards Deadline
2023-10-13 08:00 - 17:00
Please click here for more information.

Pitch and Mingle Series: The Great Pumpkin Pitch
2023-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Maryland Innovation Center, 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, Maryland, 21046
Join us for our Pitch and Mingle series!
Join the Maryland Innovation Center for our pitch competition featuring entrepreneurs and start up companies in the community. $10,000 in cash prizes will be awarded!
Spirited in atmosphere and in food and drink offerings, Pitch and Mingle is the perfect opportunity to stir up your social network, mingling with fellow attendees over light fare and libations!
Come support the community’s entrepreneurs, participate in the selection process, and make connections over cocktails at the MIC.
So how does it work? 5 startups are selected to present a 4-minute pitch. This is followed by 4 minutes of Q&A from the panel of judges and audience. At the end, our judges will come together and select the top 3 companies! These winners will receive cash prizes with first place receiving $3,000! In addition, there will be a “Crowd Favorite” award which is selected by the audience.
Judges to be announced soon!
Registration for this event is required. Food and drink are included. Ticket sales close on October 16.

2023 MEDA Train Ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
2023-10-18 10:30 - 16:30 | Western Railroad in Cumberland, MD
Spend the day on a scenic round-trip train ride from Cumberland to Frostburg and hear from local economic developers on current topics. Make a day of it by attending the Tech at the Gap evening reception at Rocky Gap.
Attendees will meet at Rocky Gap and be transported to the Cumberland train station to board the Frostburg Flyer. During the journey, Matt Miller, Executive Director of Cumberland Economic Development Corporation, will engage the group with insights into the Baltimore Street Renovation project. Enjoy lunch, vibrant discussions, and the picturesque fall foliage as we travel and connect.
Reception at the Tech at the Gap 2023
Young Leader Autumn Becker invites MEDA Young Leaders to join the Tech at the Gap Reception on the evening of October 18, 2023. Kindly note that registration for this event is separate. For those planning to stay overnight, a limited number of rooms are available at a discounted rate. To secure a Golf-View room at Rocky Gap Casino Resort, please contact 1.800.724.0828 and utilize the code AOP1023 during the reservation process. The block of rooms will be held until 9/19; however, if all rooms are not reserved by then, the block will be released. It is important to be aware that the discount code will remain valid beyond 9/19, but room availability cannot be guaranteed once the block is released.

Money Maryland Charles County Registration
2023-10-19 09:00 - 13:00 | TBA
The Charles County Economic Development Department and Will Holmes Consulting (WHC) welcome you to Money Maryland Charles County. We’d like to thank our partners, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (Maryland SBDC), the Maryland APEX Accelerator, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Meridian Management Group for their participation and time.
We would also like to thank our sponsors, M&T Bank and the Baltimore Economic Leadership League (BELL) for their financial support and assistance.
We are offering two tracks, with each focused on offering different resources and information:

Track 1 focuses on connecting you to local resources in Charles County.
Track 2 is for entrepreneurs who want to increase revenue and hire people in their communities.

AGENDA
9 am- Doors open. Enjoy networking over continental breakfast provided by M&T Bank.
9:20 am- Opening Remarks

Lucretia Freeman-Buster of Charles County Economic Development
Will Holmes, Founder of WHC and Creator of Money Maryland

9:25 am- Attendees go to their tracks. Tracks start at 9:30 am.
Track 1 – Resources in Charles County
To be announced.
Track 2 – Business Growth
9:30 am to 10:45 am- 30 Steps for Startups- Will Holmes
During this session, we will examine, step by step how to evaluate a business idea, understand the profit potential and risks, prepare your mindset, choose customers, create marketing strategies, write a business plan, open your business properly, increase revenue, become profitable, access capital, hire and scale, prepare your business for sale, and then retire comfortably.
10:50 am to 12 pm- Scaling $1 to $1 Million- Will Holmes
During this session we will focus on how to create cash flow projections, set sales to goals to generate 1 million dollars in revenue, build a team, find the most profitable clients, win contracts with bigger companies and government agencies, access capital, prepare for retirement and choose how you want to live your later years.

FSC First- Building Your Growth Team and Experts Roundtable
2023-10-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Keller Williams Preferred Properties, 1441 McCormick Drive, #Ste 1020, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Join us for “Build Your Growth Team and Experts Roundtable,” a must-attend event that will equip you with the knowledge and connections needed to assemble the right experts to support your growth journey.
This event celebrates Economic Development Week in Maryland.
Location:
Keller Williams Preferred Properties
1441 McCormick Drive, #Ste 1020
Largo, MD, 20774
Event Highlights:

Insights from Industry Experts
Practical Tips and Strategies
Networking Opportunities
Q&A Session

Join us for an informative and engaging session that will empower you with the confidence and know-how to navigate the loan application process successfully. Whether you’re just starting your business journey or looking to expand your existing enterprise, this event is a valuable resource you can’t afford to miss.

Lexington Park Facade Grant Workshop
2023-10-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Precise Systems, 22290 Exploration Drive, Suite 400, Lexington Park, MD, 20653, United States

2023 Economic Development Week in Maryland
2023-10-23 - 2023-10-27
October 23-27, 2023

Overview
Economic 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.
Recognition
Economic 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).
How to Celebrate Economic Development Week in Maryland
Please check out our Toolkit, Proclamation Template, and Press Release Template to plan for your participation in Economic Development Week in Maryland. Whether elaborate or small, there is something for every level of participation.
Sponsorship
Join us in making this event a success! If you’re interested in sponsoring Economic Development Week in Maryland, please click here.

Proclamations

Office of the Governor Wes Moore
Maryland Department of Commerce
City of Aberdeen
Allegany County
Anne Arundel County
Town of Bel Air
Carroll County
Charles County
City of Crisfield
Dorchester County
Frederick County
FSC First
Garrett County
City of Hagerstown
Harford County
Howard County
Kent County
Pocomoke Revitalization
Prince George’s County
City of Rockville
TEDCO
Washington County
Worcester County

Please do not mail proclamations to the MEDA P.O. box. Email them to info@medamd.com. — Thank you!
Special Events

SIGNATURE EVENT: MEDA FALL CONFERENCE: INNOVATIONS IN MANUFACTURING, October 25, 2023
Anne Arundel County Economic Development Corporation’s Business Appreciation Week, October 23-27
Caroline County Economic Development & Tourism “Thank You! Campaign,” October 23-27
FSC First’s Building Your Growth Team and Experts Roundtable, October 26 from 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Garrett County Business Ribbon Cuttings, October 24-27
Harford Award Celebration, October 24 from 5 PM – 8 PM
Howard County Economic Development Authority’s Business Appreciation Week, October 23-27
Howard County Economic Development Authority’s Open House, October 26 from 9:00 AM – 12 PM
Montgomery County Black Collective’s Business Growth and Resources Events, October 23-27
Montgomery County Black Collective’s 2024 Business Growth Roadmap: Growth Strategies from Industry Experts, October 26 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Montgomery County Black Collective’s Truist Bank Financial and Small Business Lending Clinic, October 27 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation Site Visits and Business Proclamations, October 23-27
Protecting Maryland Agriculture: Smart Farming Cybersecurity Challenges & Solutions, October 25 from 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Queen Anne’s County Supporting Local Business Visits, October 23-27
St. Mary’s County’s Young Professionals @ Xella Winery and Vineyard, October 23 from 5 PM to 7 PM
St. Mary’s County’s State of the County Luncheon, October 24 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
St. Mary’s County’s Business After Hours, October 25 from 5 Pm to 6:30 PM
St. Mary’s County’s Lexington Park Facade Grant Workshop, October 26 from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
St. Mary’s County’s Celebrating St. Mary’s Businesses, October 27
Washington County Economic Development Week Scavenger Hunt/Trivia, October 23-27
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development Business Visits, October 23-27
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Economic Development Week Interview with Ocean 98.1, October 23
Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Open House, October 24 from 4 PM – 6 PM

Check 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.
Read About Economic Development Week in Maryland
Media: Here’s Where Tech Fits into Maryland’s Economic Development Week
Media: Celebrate Maryland Economic Development Week!
Sponsor Spotlight: Rockville Economic Development, Inc. Showcases Four Businesses in Honor of Economic Development Week in Maryland
Blog: Economic Development Transforms Lives Through Teamwork
Blog: Supporting Businesses Supports our Communities
Blog: Why Celebrate Economic Development?
Blog: Women in Economic Development
Click the links below to learn about previous Economic Development Week in Maryland activities

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St. Mary's Young Professionals @ Xella Winery and Vineyard
2023-10-23 05:00 - 19:00 | Xella Winery & Vineyard, 26781 Laurel Grove Road, Mechanicville, MD, 20659, United States
Come join other local young professionals for a relaxing night at a local family owned & operated small farm winery right here in St. Mary’s County!

Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development’s Economic Development Week Interview with Ocean 98.1,
2023-10-23 08:00 - 17:00

Anne Arundel County Economic Development Corporation’s Business Appreciation Week
2023-10-23 08:00 - 2023-10-27 17:00
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications from for-profit businesses in Anne Arundel County that would like to be considered to be visited by AAEDC staff and ambassadors from other county departments during Business Appreciation Week (BAW), October 23-27. During the week, ambassador teams will visit local businesses throughout the county to learn about their successes and their challenges – and, most importantly, to thank them for their contributions to the Anne Arundel County economy.
For-profit businesses of all ages, sizes, and industries are encouraged to apply for 45-minute visits that are being offered in seven regions of the county at two times on each day of the week.
Visits will take place in each of the following seven areas of the county each day:
• West County: Odenton/Ft. Meade/Crofton
• BWI/Linthicum/Hanover
• Brooklyn Park/Glen Burnie
• Pasadena
• Millersville/Severna Park/Arnold
• Annapolis
• Edgewater/South County
Business visits will take place on the following days at the following times:
• Monday, October 23rd 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Monday, October 23rd 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Tuesday, October 24th 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Tuesday, October 24th 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Wednesday, October 25th 9:00am-9:45am
• Wednesday, October 25th 10:30am-11:15am
• Thursday, October 26th 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Thursday, October 26th 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Friday, October 27th 9:00am-9:45am
• Friday, October 27th 10:30am-11:15am

Caroline County Economic Development & Tourism “Thank You! Campaign,”
2023-10-23 08:00 - 2023-10-27 17:00
