BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.medamd.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20140309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20141102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20150308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20151101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150731 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150213T140032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141540Z UID:1074-1437955200-1438300799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2015 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in Maryland DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of economic development. The course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities.\nLofton Scholarships are available to MEDA members. Click here to learn how to apply for a Lofton Scholarship. \n2015 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course Schedule (PDF) \n*CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: MEDA cannot refund payments after July 1\, 2015. \n  \n** This event is currently sold out – to be placed on a waiting list please contact pamr@medamd.com ** URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2015-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course-in-maryland/ LOCATION:Department of Housing & Community Development Neighborhood Revitalization\, 2 N. Charles Street\, Suite 450 \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150729T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150729T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150511T170006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150821T141456Z UID:1276-1438156800-1438178400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MEDA 2015 Summer Conference: Marketing & Business Attraction DESCRIPTION:How do you position a community as a product and illustrate its strengths\, its character and its identifying features and then\, how do you represent that product in order to attract employers to locate in your community? Knowing your community is a nuanced exploration in assessment\, inventory and the SWOT exercise that further illuminates and delineates a community’s assets.  It is also the ground work for developing a brand\, identifying target market and driving the message. \nThe MEDA Summer Conference will provide an overview of Marketing & Business Attraction\, including how to identify your product\, best ways to position your product\, and how to identify the value of your product in a competitive market. \nBelow is the presentation by Joe Greco about the Port of Baltimore\n \n MEDA Summer Conference 2015 – Port of Baltimore from Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)\n\nBelow is the keynote presentation by Secretary Mike Gill\n \n MEDA Summer Conference – A Sales Presentation by Mike Gill from Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)\nClick here to view the MEDA 2015 Summer Conference Agenda \nClick here to view the MEDA Annual Conference Business Meeting Minutes \nSOLD OUT! URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-2015-summer-conference-marketing-business-attraction/ LOCATION:World Trade Center\, 21st Floor\, 401 E Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150816 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150611T173458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150611T173549Z UID:1319-1439337600-1439683199@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MACo Summer Conference "Energize. Mobilize. Capitalize." DESCRIPTION:MACo Summer Conference\n“Energize. Mobilize. Capitalize.”\nAugust 12 – 15\, 2015\nRoland Powell Convention Center\nOcean City\, Maryland \nThis conference is about the challenges we can address\, the actions we can take\, and the strengths we can leverage to achieve the best gains for Maryland’s counties and citizens. \nAn estimated 2\,000 local government officials\, county staff decision-makers\, legislators\, business representatives\, and exhibitors will convene at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City\, Maryland for MACo’s Summer Conference on August 12-15\, 2015. \nParticipants will learn about the current economy from the local government perspective\, how we can foster economic growth and improve the business climate\, and the strategic partners available to us at all levels of government so that we can work together and make significant strides towards a healthier economic outlook for Maryland. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maco-summer-conference-energize-mobilize-capitalize/ LOCATION:Roland Powell Convention Center\, Ocean City\, MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150821T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150821T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150710T134602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150803T143548Z UID:1362-1440144000-1440162000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Poplar Island Tour DESCRIPTION:MEDA and Leadership Maryland have partnered to organize a tour of Poplar Island on Friday\, August 21st. This tour is free to MEDA members. \nAbout Poplar Island \nPoplar Island\, located in Talbot County\, Maryland\, is estimated to have comprised 1\,140 acres in 1847\, supporting over 100 human residents and diverse wildlife. Extensive erosion reduced the island to five acres by the 1990s. \nIn 1994\, a team of federal and state environmental agencies\, including the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Maryland Port Administration\, launched plans to restore the island to its historic size. Today\, Poplar Island is an international model for the beneficial use of dredged material. \nBy using the most modern technology\, wetland and upland habitats have been integrated into the island restoration from the outset of the project. Poplar Island already serves as a wintering site\, transient stop\, and nesting location for local and migratory wildfowl. It also provides shelter and quiet water habitats for diamondback terrapins\, crabs\, rockfish and killfish. For more information\, see the Poplar Island Fact Sheet. \nThis tour is limited to the first 12 MEDA members to register. Please complete the form below. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/poplar-island-tour/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150916T074500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150916T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150824T173357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150824T173452Z UID:1463-1442389500-1442437200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:BWI Business Partnership - 30th Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bwi-business-partnership-30th-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:BWI Marriott Hotel\, 1743 West Nursery Road\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150924T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150925T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150511T141820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150511T142214Z UID:1272-1443081600-1443200400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Neighborhood Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:This practitioner-driven course uses the case study method to complement current neighborhood development theory. Participants will learn how to identify the major neighborhood actors\, their objectives\, and strategies for redevelopment\, in addition to understanding the process for creating a strategic economic development plan to meet the neighborhood development goals. Specifically\, this course will examine social capital (e.g.\, linkages\, networks\, talent\, etc.)\, environmental capital (e.g.\, stewardship\, residual management\, etc.) and economic capital (e.g.\, investment and reinvestment) facing distressed neighborhoods and offer solutions to address local needs. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/neighborhood-development-strategies/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites Baltimore Inner\, 222 St. Paul Place \, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151003 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150611T164522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T154350Z UID:1317-1443398400-1443830399@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Economic Development Week 2015 DESCRIPTION:Overview\nEconomic Development Week will emphasize to the general public the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase an understanding of economic development’s contribution to the State’s business climate\, job retention and growth\, the tax base and the overall quality of life in Maryland. \nRecognition\nEconomic development will take center stage in counties\, cities and towns throughout Maryland when proclamations are made heralding the significant projects that have made Maryland a great place to live\, work and play. Recognizing the dedicated work of economic developers is a primary focus of the effort. Listed below are the activities planned during Economic Development Week (check back for weekly updates to this list). \n2015 Sponsors\n\n \nUpcoming Events During Economic Development Week:\nInternational Offshore Wind Partnering Forum (September 27-28\, 2015) \n2015 Connect Harford (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nRise of the Rest with Steve Case in Baltimore (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nPress Release Writing Workshop (Frederick County) (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nGBC Transportation Summit (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nClark Construction to hire 400 at Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation Open House (Monday\, September 28\, 2015) \nCaroline County – Joint Manufacturing Visits with DBED (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nBusiness Innovation Network Innovation Showcase (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nWhat You Need to Know about Government Contracting (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nBisnow Event “Future in Prince George’s County” (Tuesday\, September 29\, 2015) \nREDI Resource Meetup (R2M) (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nCecil County Brokers Event (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nBaltimore TechBreakfast featuring MII Special and more awesome tech demos (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015) \nHoward Tech Council / Women in Tech (WIT): Geek is Chic – Making Tech Cool (Wednesday\, September 30\, 2015)\n \nFEATURED EVENT: MEDA Fall Conference – Innovation: Impacting Maryland’s Industries (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nVOLT Fund Tech Loan Application Round to Open (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nHow to Win SBIR Awards in Montgomery County (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \n Maryland Manufacturing Day at the Yard (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nLogistics & Fulfillment industry focus group with the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board (Thursday\, October 1\, 2015) \nCecil County Open House (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nVOLT Fund Loan Application Workshop in Worcester County (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nHoward Tech Council – Membership 101 (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nPrince George’s County – Ribbon Cutting: Net Zero Green Building (Friday\, October 2\, 2015) \nDorchester Hosts IRONMAN Maryland (Saturday\, October 3\, 2015) \nBaltimore Innovation Week (all week) \nStartUp Maryland (throughout the week) \nWashington County Department of Business Development Prize Patrol visits (all week) \nWorcester County Economic Development – Business Visits throughout the week \n  \nProclamations:\nClick here to download a sample proclamation to use in your community [Word Doc] \nState of Maryland\n \nAllegany County\nCaroline County\nCecil County\nCity of Cumberland\nFrederick County\nGarrett County\nCity of Hagerstown\nCity of Havre de Grace\nHoward County\nKent County\nMontgomery County\nPrince George’s County\nQueen Anne’s County\nSalisbury\nSt. Mary’s County\nTalbot County\nTaneytown\nWashington County\nWorcester County\n * If your community is issuing a proclamation\, please email us at info@medamd.com so we can add it to the list. \nNews:\nMEDA to Host Economic Development Week and Fall Conference \nCOMCAST Newsmakers Interview \nKent County Commissioners designate economic development week in county URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-week-2015/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150818T133205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150818T133205Z UID:1431-1443427200-1443459600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:GBC Transportation Summit 2015 DESCRIPTION:Focuses on transportation issues and the need for investment in our nation’s transportation and infrastructure. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/gbc-transportation-summit-2015/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150926T003632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T003642Z UID:2483-1443430800-1443456000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Clark Construction to hire 400 at Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation Open House DESCRIPTION:The Concrete Division of the Clark Construction Group\, one of the Metropolitan areas top builders\, and the Economic Development Corporation are hosting a Recruitment Open House on Monday\, September 28\, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to fill 400 skilled and unskilled general laborer positions.  The positions start at $13/hour\, plus benefits\, with the possibility of career advancement.  Orientation and interviews will be held on-site\, with potential for on the spot hiring. Job seekers are asked to bring government issued identification in the form of a valid driver’s license\, passport\, state identification card along with their social security card.  No background check is required.  Ex-offenders are welcome to apply. Free parking is available. \nTime: 9:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm \nFor more information\, contact Charmin Lloyd at cdlloyd@co.pg.md.us. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/clark-construction-to-hire-400-at-prince-georges-county-economic-development-corporation-open-house/ LOCATION:Prince George’s EDC\, 1801 McCormick Drive\, Suite 140\, Largo\, 20774 CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150929T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150929T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150926T004107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T004107Z UID:2485-1443542400-1443546000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Bisnow Event “Future in Prince George’s County” DESCRIPTION:Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation\, President and CEO Jim Coleman will provide opening remarks. \nCounty Executive Rushern L. Baker\, III will be the keynote speaker discussing an in depth look into major projects in the county. \nPrince George’s County Economic Development Corporation will also have an exhibit booth at this event providing information on services and assistance for businesses in Prince George’s County. \nFor more information\, please visit www.bisnow.com URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/bisnow-event-future-in-prince-georges-county/ LOCATION:University of Maryland at College Park\, 7801 Alumni Drive Riggs Auditorium \, College Park\, 2074 CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151001T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150818T133651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T154317Z UID:1434-1443686400-1443708000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MEDA Fall Conference - Emerging Innovative Technologies in Maryland DESCRIPTION:Innovation and new technologies impact the way we live\, learn\, work and play not only today but in the years to come. Industry leaders are integrating rapidly advancing technologies to support product development\, drive new markets\, new applications\, and new opportunities! \nUnderstanding how this will transform lives by creating opportunities and enriching our communities will be critical to creating and supporting the environment to make these businesses successful. \nThis conference will address:\n\nWho’s innovating and what drives it?\nHow is innovation driving new markets?\nHow can Maryland strategically support these emerging markets?\n\nInnovation continues to drive new markets\, applications\, our consumer market\, and our future – from Pharmaceuticals\, drones\, GIS Mapping capabilities\, rapid prototyping\, to the new app on your iPhone. \nPanel Discussions:\n\nInnovations Panel: Who is innovating and why? Who is development new technologies? What is driving innovation? What are the emerging technology clusters?  How are technologies being adapted – commercialized?\nBusiness Panel: How is innovation driving new markets? Innovators who are engaged in developing specific new products in key areas and who is betting on (aka investing in) these companies? Industry leaders to share what the key technology drivers for their industry and the impact to New Markets\n\nAgenda:\nClick here to download the MEDA 2015 Fall Conference  – subject to change (PDF)\nParking:\nTown Square Garage 61 –\n801 Ellsworth Dr.\nSilver Spring\, MD 20901 \n Hotel:\nCourtyard Silver Spring Downtown  for 159.00 USD  per night until September 18th\nAfter September 18th Rate goes up to $269.00 \nCourtyard by Marriott\nSilver Spring – Downtown\n8506 Fenton Street\nSilver Spring\, MD 20910 \nReservation call:  301-589-4899\nGroup code “MEDMEDA” for Single King and “MEDMEDB” for Double Queen rooms. \nMEDA 2015 Summer Conference Business Meeting Minutes\nRegistration: URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-fall-conference-innovation-impacting-marylands-industries/ LOCATION:Silver Spring Civic Center\, 1 Veterans Pl\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference,Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150929T131247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T131247Z UID:2495-1443780000-1443787200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:VOLT Fund Loan Application Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/volt-fund-loan-application-workshop/ LOCATION:Ocean Pines Library\, 11107 Cathell Road\, Berlin\, MD\, 21811\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week ORGANIZER;CN="Worcester County Economic Development":MAILTO:mmears@co.worcester.md.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151002T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150926T002929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150926T002929Z UID:2481-1443780000-1443789000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Net Zero Green Building DESCRIPTION:Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker\, III will bring remarks during the ribbon cutting ceremony for completion of phase I for the Potomac Watershed Study Center. \nBACKGROUND \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation (AFF) is celebrating the completion of the first phase of construction for the Potomac Watershed Study Center\, which includes the grand opening of the Grass Day-Use Building and Boardwalk and Observations Stations. The Study Center and its high-performance\, net-positive facilitates will support AFF’s ability to educate students and teachers as well as inspire future innovation. \nConstruction for the first phase of the $17 million Study Center broke ground on April 25\, 2013. Prince George’s County contributed $3.45 million to the project. Soon-to-be-built facilities at the Study Center include the Moss Overnight Lodge and Sleeping Cabins. \nThe Potomac Watershed Study Center is located on the AFF’s Hard Bargain Farm in Accokeek\, Maryland. \nABOUT THE ALICE FERGUSON FOUNDATION’S POTOMAC WASTERSHED STUDY CENTER \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation’s new Potomac Watershed Study Center is designed to meet the Living Building Challenge© – a set of standards for environmentally responsible building design\, construction\, operation and maintenance that surpass LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. The high performance net-positive energy\, net-positive water and carbon neutral education facilities and outdoor spaces that encompass the Potomac Watershed Study Center will have no negative impact on the surrounding environment and meet the seven requirements of the Living Building Challenge\, including: \n\nRestoring a healthy local ecosystem;\nCreating all its energy from solar power;\nSupporting a just\, equitable world;\nCelebrating beauty\, inspiring transformative change through design;\nSourcing all its water from rainfall;\nChoosing non-toxic materials; and\nMaximizing physical and psychological health of guests.\n\nThe center will use geothermal and solar energy for heating and cooling\, treat waste water and storm water on site and reuse grey water for landscape irrigation. \nABOUT THE GRASS DAY-USE “LIVING” BUILDING \nThe Grass Day-Use Building also known as a “living” building is one of eight certified living buildings in the world\, and is a significant investment in green infrastructure and manufacturing in Prince George’s County\, Maryland. Through advance environmental and construction design\, the Center utilizes geothermal and solar energy for heating and cooling\, treat waste water and stormwater on site\, and refuse gray water for landscape irrigation. \nConstruction and building products are formaldehyde-free. Additional features include the following: \n\nLow voltage LED interior and site lighting;\nFormaldehyde-free conduit electrical wiring;\nNutrient-recycling toilets;\n100 cubic-yards of formaldehyde-free concrete;\n8 kW rooftop solar system;\n100% wood products certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council;\n3\,800 square feet of cement fiber siding;\n20 geothermal wells\, each 450-feet deep; and\nNative plants included in area landscaping.\n\nABOUT ALICE FERGUSON FOUNDATION \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation was established in 1954 as a non-profit organization chartered in the State of Maryland. The Alice Ferguson Foundation’s educational programs unite students\, educators\, park rangers\, communities\, regional organizations and government agencies throughout the Washington\, D.C. metropolitan area to promote the environmental sustainability of the Potomac River watershed. \nThe Alice Ferguson Foundation’s mission is to connect people to the natural world\, sustainable agricultural practices and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education\, stewardship and advocacy. For more than 50 years\, the Alice Ferguson Foundation has provided the opportunity for hands-on\, active and direct experience outdoor environmental and agricultural education to hundreds of thousands of elementary school children from Washington\, D.C. and the nearby suburbs of Maryland and Virginia \nToday the Alice Ferguson Foundation annually serves 4\,000 elementary school students in one-and-two-day (overnight) environmental and agricultural programs onsite; serves an additional 6\,000 middle and high school students in National and State parks throughout the metropolitan Washington\, D.C. area; trains hundreds of teachers in outdoor environmental curricula; and leads the Trash Free Potomac Watershed Initiative\, a community-wide movement in trash education and reduction through volunteer cleanups\, a Trash Summit\, and policy\, regulation and market-based solutions to the trash issue. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/ribbon-cutting-net-zero-green-building/ LOCATION:Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Hard Bargain Farm Environment Center Net Zero Green Building\, 2001 Bryan Point Road \, Accokeek\, 20607 CATEGORIES:Economic Development Week END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151008T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150831T125503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T144103Z UID:1493-1444321800-1444336200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Embassy Night DESCRIPTION:The World Trade Center Institute presents Embassy Night – a VIP dinner bringing together the region’s key business leaders\, high level executives\, embassy representatives\, and senior embassy representatives. \nShowcase the region’s key international business results and markets for 2015\nHonor and network with influential embassy leaders from 30+ countries\nGlean international business insights from breakout sessions and dinner speakers\nMore information about the event can be found at the Embassy Night Website. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/embassy-night/ LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151104T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150818T145631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151027T134744Z UID:1438-1446654600-1446669000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:EAGB Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin more than 400 of the region’s business and government leaders for the Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore’s Annual Meeting\, November 4\, 2015 at the Hilton Baltimore. \nWhile Maryland is known for its history and culture\, food and beautiful landscape\, this year’s annual meeting will celebrate one of the region’s greatest assets – the people – as they tell their stories.  The program will recognize the region’s growing companies and those who make our community a world-class market in which to live\, work\, learn and invest. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/eagb-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Hilton Baltimore\, 401 W Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20151117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20150916T125528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T152716Z UID:1563-1447747200-1447779600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo DESCRIPTION:TEDCO presents the fifth annual Entrepreneur Expo \nPitch. Network. Be Inspired. \n-Over 50 sessions with industry tracks \n-Fireside chats with inspiring entrepreneurs \n-Pitch opportunities to investors \n-Founder stories \n-One-on-one time with mentors \n-Startup Alley \nClick here to learn more. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-entrepreneur-expo/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151205 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20151019T132305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151019T132351Z UID:2532-1449187200-1449273599@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MEDA Awards Nomination Deadline DESCRIPTION:The MEDA Awards\, sponsored by Miles & Stockbridge P.C.\, recognize the people\, programs\, and projects bringing economic prosperity to Maryland. If an individual\, community\, or business initiative has created jobs and renewed spirit in your hometown\, then we want you to nominate for the 2016 MEDA Awards! \nExplore each award category and submit your nomination below: \n\nEconomic Development or Redevelopment Project\nEconomic Development or Redevelopment Program\nEconomic Development Marketing\nHall of Fame (Merged with Life Membership)\nVolunteer of the Year\n\nDEADLINE TO NOMINATE FOR THE 2016 MEDA AWARDS – December 4\, 2015! URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-awards-nomination-deadline/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160114T023130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T173531Z UID:2670-1455609600-1455627600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Economic Development Day in Annapolis DESCRIPTION:Please join MEDA members and our invited state legislators and other state officials for the 2nd Annual Economic Development Day in Annapolis\, as we gather to learn more about all the great things happening around our state. \n8-9:30 Continental breakfast\n9:30-noon Open schedule*\nNoon-1pm Lunch** \n**Keynote Address\, R. Michael Gill\, Secretary of Commerce \nRegistration is required (see form below). \nYou’ll be required to show a photo id upon arrival at the House Building. \nDue to space restrictions\, this event is limited to MEDA members and Maryland elected officials \nParking Information by Park Annapolis. \n*This time is open for you to schedule for yourself.  You are encouraged to visit with legislators from your area\, and/or to observe the floor proceedings at the State House from the observation gallery. \nEconomic Development Day in Annapolis will NOT be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please travel safely and we look forward to seeing everyone.  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/economic-development-day-in-annapolis/ LOCATION:House Building\, Baltimore County Room (Rm 180)\, 6 Bladen Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20151016T151104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160111T141309Z UID:2522-1456387200-1456506000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:IEDC: Business Retention & Expansion DESCRIPTION:This interactive course presents the core components of a BRE program and why the concerns of local businesses need to be actively addressed. By building an understanding of business visitation techniques and survey methods\, practitioners will be able to clearly gauge their community’s business climate. Learn the “red flags” that may indicate a company is looking to move elsewhere\, and learn how to structure an effective technical assistance program to respond to business concerns. This course helps participants understand how a BRE program relates to attraction\, workforce development\, small business finance\, technology transfer and many other economic development activities. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-business-retention-expansion/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160107T151917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T173535Z UID:2657-1459936800-1459951200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Wallops Island Tour DESCRIPTION:MEDA and Leadership Maryland have partnered to organize a tour of Wallops Island on Wednesday\, April 6\, 2016. Explore NASA’s principal facility for the management and implementation of suborbital research programs. Wallops plays a vital role in conducting aerospace and science research. The facility is NASA’s only rocket launch range\, which supports missions for suborbital and orbital rocket vehicles while providing range safety\, surveillance\, and vehicle tracking communications. \nCapitalize on the opportunity to explore a facility that houses over 1\,800 employees. Although Wallops is located in Virginia\, 50 percent of these employees are Maryland residents. This tour is free to MEDA members and registration is on a first come\, first serve basis. \nRegister soon as the tour is limited to 10 MEDA members and 10 Leadership Maryland members.  \nVisit the NASA / Wallops Island website for additional details – https://www.nasa.gov/centers/wallops/home \nReady to register? Please complete the form below. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/wallops-island-tour/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Networking END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20141105T184213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171224T193249Z UID:1273-1462096800-1462284000@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2016 MEDA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:The Economic Dynamics of Live\, Work & Play\nBusiness attraction and retention are top priorities for states\, cities and community developers. This conference will highlight planning and executing the right mixture of quality-of-life amenities that attract businesses\, employees\, residents and visitors. \nWhile not all communities have world-class stadiums or major entertainment venues\, they still possess recreational\, cultural and entertainment assets\, offering a lifestyle which appeals to employers\, employees and residents. Our presenters will focus on identifying and constructing the key elements crucial to creating a dynamic\, vibrant community where people want to live\, work and play. \nSPONSOR:  Interested in sponsoring the MEDA Annual Conference? Click here (be sure to scroll down the page and click on “Annual Conference” tab) to learn how. \nDONATE:  Donate to the Silent Auction to benefit the Lofton Scholarship Fund Please click here. \nEXHIBIT:  Secure at table for the Exhibit Area!  Complete the form below (clicking on ‘a la carte’ options) and then visit this page for additional details. \nAGENDA:  Click here to view the MEDA Annual Conference Agenda\n \nTWITTER: Click here to download a ‘twitter handle resource guide’ of conference sponsors and speakers \nMEDA Business Meeting Details: \n\nMEDA Winter Conference Minutes\nMEDA 2016-17 Slate of Officers\n\nPlease note:  There are no refunds after April 15 for the conference registration. \nDress and other notes:  Sunday events are casual.  Monday and Tuesday are business casual.  All tours including walking.  Comfortable shoes are recommended.  Temperatures inside the hotel can fluctuate this time of year.  Please dress accordingly. \nPresentations: Speaker slides (when possible) are made available on the MEDA SlideShare page. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2016-meda-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, 100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160625 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20151016T152152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T152152Z UID:2523-1466640000-1466812799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:This multi-faceted course explores the core aspects of entrepreneurial and small business development including value-add partnerships\, technical assistance programs\, financing\, business incubation and more. Entrepreneurs and small businesses stimulate job creation\, develop crucial innovations in both products and services and promote the diversification of the economic base. In this course\, you will learn the financial and managerial tools economic developers use to create a climate that encourages entrepreneurial and small business development. Also\, practitioners will examine the barriers they face and how communities can leverage their economic development resources to build highly integrated networks to help businesses thrive in the global economy. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/entrepreneurial-small-business-development-strategies/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160713T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160713T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160628T162659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160628T162659Z UID:6053-1468396800-1468407600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO Breakfast Forum DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-breakfast-forum/ LOCATION:Headquarters Live\, 115 S. Division Street\, Salisbury \, 21801\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160729 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160114T032610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T173526Z UID:2672-1469404800-1469750399@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2016 Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course in Maryland DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of economic development. The course is designed to prepare participants for the challenges they face in the practice of developing communities.\nClick here to view the 2016 Basic Course Schedule \nThe course will highlight the key aspects in an economic developer’s career: \n\nManaging Economic Development Offices\nStrategic Planning\nEthics\nBusiness Retention & Expansion\nFinance for Economic Development\nMarketing & Business Attraction\nNeighborhood Revitalization\nWorkforce Development (as part of the 2016 MEDA Summer Conference)\nSmall Business & Entrepreneurship\n\nLofton Scholarships are available to MEDA members. Click here to learn how to apply for a Lofton Scholarship. \nHOTEL: Special room rate is available until June 24\, 2016. \nPARKING: Harbor Park Garage 55 Market Pl\, Baltimore\, MD 21202 \nCANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: MEDA cannot refund payments after July 1\, 2016. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2016-chesapeake-basic-economic-development-course-in-maryland/ LOCATION:Baltimore City Community College – Harbor Campus\, 710 E. Lombard Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160726T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160719T134927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160719T135119Z UID:6654-1469538000-1469543400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:"Leveraging for Brownfields Revitalization" Webinar DESCRIPTION:The Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization (OBLR) is proud to announce a webinar series focusing on tools and best practices for assisting communities in successfully leveraging resources for brownfields revitalization. Individual webinars will provide useful information for communities on how to establish effective strategies to build support for revitalization projects\, and how to use existing resources to attract additional funding for critical community revitalization projects. \nThe “Meet the Funders” webinars in the series will highlight funding resources and technical assistance available from specific federal agencies or from philanthropic organizations. \nRegistration is Open for the first three webinars in this series: \nJuly 26\, 2016\, 1:00-2:30 pm EDT: The first webinar\, Leveraging Resources for Brownfields Revitalization\, will discuss available tools to assist communities in leveraging resources to address community revitalization goals and challenges. It will include a presentation on Dubuque\, Iowa’s successful efforts to leverage its own resources to attract other federal\, state\, public\, and private sources of funding and technical assistance. Speakers include: Patricia Overmeyer\, EPA OBLR; and Teri Goodmann\, Assistant City Manager\, and Maurice Jones\, Economic Development Director\, City of Dubuque\, IA. Matt Ward\, CEO\, Sustainable Strategies DC\, will moderate the session. Register at: https://clu-in.org/training/webinar/BFLeveraging1/ \nAdditional upcoming webinars include: \nOctober 25\, 2016\, 1:00-2:30 pm EDT: Leveraging Resources for Brownfields Revitalization: Meet the Funders\nThis webinar will highlight the resources for brownfields revitalization available from one or two federal agencies outside of EPA. It is the second in OBLR’s webinar series on what communities need to know to successfully leverage resources for brownfields revitalization.\nDecember 14\, 2016\, 1:00-2:30 pm EST: Leveraging Resources for Brownfields Revitalization: Meet the Funders\nThis second “Meet the Funders” webinar will highlight the resources for brownfields revitalization available from one or two more federal agencies outside of EPA. It is the part of OBLR’s webinar series focusing on what communities need to do to successfully leverage resources for brownfields revitalization. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/leveraging-for-brownfields-revitalization-webinar/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160727T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160727T133000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160619T135116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160728T145827Z UID:5742-1469609100-1469626200@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:MEDA 2016 Summer Conference: Workforce Development DESCRIPTION:Theme: Building a Resilient Maryland Workforce\nSponsored By\nMaryland Port Administration\n \nMaryland Department of Commerce\n \nUniversity System of Maryland \nMaryland Department of Housing and Community Development \nA resilient community is better prepared to meet the unexpected. As economic developers\, we know that a strong workforce pipeline is critical to the resilience of our communities and to the success of our local\, new\, emerging\, and established businesses. To stay competitive\, companies and communities alike need talented and skilled workers. Yet the challenges we face – assessing the talent and skills of workers\, and recognizing the requirements of the jobs of the future – are complex. Federal and state experts are addressing this challenge and putting in place the resources we need to respond to the rapidly-changing world of work. \nAGENDA HIGHLIGHTS \nWELCOME TO BALTIMORE – Bill Cole\, President\, Baltimore Development Corporation \nOPENING KEYNOTE –Kelly Schulz\, Secretary\, Maryland Department of Labor\, License and Regulation \nOCCUPATION FORECAST – Todd A. Metcalfe\, Senior Economist\, RESI\, Towson University CLICK HERE TO VIEW THIS PRESENTATION\n \nLUNCHEON KEYNOTE – Robert Caret\, Chancellor\, University System of Maryland with\n Introduction by: J. Thomas Sadowski\, Vice Chancellor for Economic Development\, University System of Maryland \nClick here to view the Summer Conference agenda URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-2016-summer-conference-building-a-resilient-maryland-workforce-to-impact-future-development/ LOCATION:World Trade Center\, 21st Floor\, 401 E Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160810T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160810T093000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160728T141122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160728T141122Z UID:6852-1470817800-1470821400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:VOLT Fund Tech Loan Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn more about how the VOLT Fund can help propel your technology business to the next level by attending this informational workshop. \nAnne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) manages the VOLT Fund on behalf of the Maryland Department of Commerce. A portion of the fund is targeted for loans to promising early stage companies that are designed to help attract follow-on funding from venture capital firms\, angel investors and other sources. AAEDC has partnered with area incubators the Chesapeake Innovation Center and bwtech@UMBC to help promote the event to the technology community. \nAAEDC is hosting an information session for prospective tech loan applicants. Attendees will learn program basics and an application overview. In addition\, a representative from bwtech@UMBC and a past VOLT Fund awardee will share their thoughts on factors that can impact successful applications. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/volt-fund-tech-loan-workshop/ LOCATION:Chesapeake Innovation Center\, 2288 Blue Water Blvd\, Odenton\, MD\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160825T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160825T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160725T171324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160725T171404Z UID:6813-1472146200-1472153400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:VIP List DESCRIPTION:VIP recognizes Maryland leaders based on their professional accomplishments\, a commitment to inspiring change in their community\, and their tremendous accomplishments achieved before or by age 40. \nThursday\, August 25\, 2016\nThe Pier 5 Hotel\n5:30 p.m. – Networking\n6:30 p.m. – Awards reception\n7:30 p.m. – Networking and dessert\nTicket includes hors d’oeuvres\, dessert\, beer and wine \nPurchases tickets right here. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/vip-list/ LOCATION:Pier 5 Hotel\, 711 Eastern Avenue \, Baltimore \, MD\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160917 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20151016T152635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20151016T152635Z UID:2524-1473897600-1474070399@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Workforce Development Strategies DESCRIPTION:Skilled workers are the backbone of a productive and efficient economy\, and a critical decision point in today’s business location decisions. This versatile course explains the essential relationship between economic and workforce development through case studies\, practical examples\, and current research. Course participants will learn what programs currently leverage federal\, state/provincial\, and local financial resources to support workforce development. Learn about what you can do through collaborative programs to build the workforce pipeline and upgrade the skills of your community’s existing workforce. Other topics will include: the emerging demand-driven model in workforce development\, sector strategies for targeted industry clusters\, K-12 development and integration\, occupational analysis\, talent attraction\, and more. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/workforce-development-strategies/ LOCATION:MD CATEGORIES:Professional Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160915T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T142718 CREATED:20160902T160453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160902T160453Z UID:7170-1473926400-1473933600@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Negotiating Alliances DESCRIPTION:Join Saul Ewing special counsel\, Jay Reilly\, as he discusses all aspects of negotiating alliances\, including various collaboration structures\, diligence considerations\, key legal provisions and negotiation tips. \nThe Discussion will take place at the Bowie Business Innovation Center\, 14000 Jericho Park Rd\, Bowie\, Maryland from 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m.\, with networking to follow until 10 a.m. A light breakfast will be served. \nThe Emerging Company Roundtables\, part of Saul Ewing’s RAMP Initiative (Resources\, Access and Mentoring Program) are designed to facilitate discussions between like-minded individuals covering a range of issues essential to early stage companies. Speakers will introduce valuable topics and generate conversations surrounding strategies to overcome business challenges and enhance the likelihood of success. \nFor more information\, please contact Rachel Bandura at rbandura@saul.com or 215.972.1090. \nLearn more or register right here. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/negotiating-alliances/ LOCATION:Bowie Business Innovation Center\, 14000 Jericho Park Road\, Bowie \, Maryland \, 20715 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR