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SUMMARY:Funding From Angels\, The FEDs\, & More: A Small Business Assistance Forum
DESCRIPTION:Only one week remains to register! \nAs a member of the Mountain Maryland Tech Network\, you are exclusively invited to join us on September 7 in Hagerstown for our next Mountain Maryland Tech Network event! \nLearn more about how to support & fund your small business through panel discussions & networking. Hear from Federal labs\, State and Regional funding authorities\, and Angel Investors active in the tech industry. \nPaid registration is REQUIRED for this event via Eventbrite. Morning coffee and lunch is included in the registration fee. Attire: Business casual. Event will be held in the Career Programs Building\, Rooms 210\, 212 and 214. Attendees should park in Lot F. \nParticipating partners include: NIH\, NIST\, USDA\, NASA\, DOT\, Mid Atlantic Angels\, Business Finance Group\, TCCWMD\, TEDCO\, MIPS\, NCIF & SBA. \nSponsors for this event include: Federal Lab Consortium\, Miles & Stockbridge\, and Tri County Council for Western Maryland. \nFor questions\, please contact Janice Riley\njiriley@hagerstowncc.edu\n240-500-2479
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/funding-from-angels-the-feds-more-a-small-business-assistance-forum/
LOCATION:Hagerstown Community College\, 11400 Robinwood Drive\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170914T093000
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SUMMARY:Greater Baltimore Committee: Economic Outlook Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Baltimore Committee for its annual Economic Outlook Conference\, which this year will focus on “Washington Uncertainties: Health Care Reform\, Tax Reform and the Federal Budget and their impact on Maryland.” The conference will explore major policy issues that are pending before the United States Congress and the potential impact for Maryland’s economy. \nHear from Warren G. Deschenaux\, Executive Director of the Maryland Department of Legislative Services; Paul Keckley\, health economist and leading expert on U.S. health industry trends and reform; and Dean Zerbe\, Former Senior Counsel to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee and AlliantGroup National Managing Director. \nWhen:\nThursday\, September 14\, 2017; 7:30 a.m. registration\, 8 a.m. program \nWhere:\nRenaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel\, 202 East Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD 21202 \nCost:\nMembers: $80 individuals\, $750 table of 10\nNon-Members: $175 individuals\, $1\,600 table of 10 \nTo be eligible for a refund the Greater Baltimore Committee requires a 72-hour cancellation notice. \nFor event and sponsorship information\, contact Lisa Byrd\, Director of Events and Business Development\, at 410-727-2820.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/greater-baltimore-committee-economic-outlook-conference/
LOCATION:Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel\, 202 East Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170918T183000
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SUMMARY:Greater Baltimore Committee: Business Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Baltimore Committee for food\, drinks and fun at a Business Mixer! \nWhen: Monday\, September 18\, 2017; 5 to 6:30 p.m. \nWhere: Greater Baltimore Committee\, 111 South Calvert Street\, Suite 1700\, Baltimore\, MD 21202 \nCost: Complimentary; limited to the first 75 members who register \nThis event is open to GBC member companies and employees of GBC member companies. \nFor event and sponsorship information\, contact Sophia Silbergeld\, Director of Membership and Member Relations\, at 410-727-2820.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/greater-baltimore-committee-business-mixer/
LOCATION:Greater Baltimore Committee\, 111 South Calvert St.\, Suite 1700\, Baltimore \, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170919T100000
DTSTAMP:20260522T215241
CREATED:20170322T132019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170823T135439Z
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SUMMARY:EAGB Breakfast Series
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE \nTuesday\, September 19\, 2017  \nThe EAGB invites you for breakfast and engaging discussion around topics of particular interest to the Greater Baltimore region. \nLEADING THE CYBER TRANSFORMATION \nAlready dubbed a ‘tech hub’\, the Baltimore-Washington region has built a solid foundation in cyber activities as they pertain to government agencies and defense contracting. Now a transformation is underway to build up the commercial side of cyber. And that’s precisely what this panel will reinforce. \nAGENDA: \n7:30am Networking & Breakfast \n8:30am Panel Discussion \n10:00am Conclusion \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/eagb-breakfast-series-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170920T073000
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SUMMARY:Greater Baltimore Committee: Newsmaker Breakfast with Dr. Wallace Loh\, President of University of Maryland\, College Park
DESCRIPTION:Join regional business leaders for a conversation with Dr. Wallace Loh\, President of the University of Maryland\, College Park\, about the role of higher education in economic development and the institution’s connectivity to Baltimore’s success. \nThe University of Maryland is the state’s flagship and land-grant institution with 37\,500 students in 12 schools and colleges\, 9\,000 faculty and staff\, and a $1.9 billion annual operating budget\, including $500 million in external research funding. It is a member of the Association of American Universities. \nDr. Loh assumed the position in 2010. Previously\, he was Executive Vice President and Provost\, The University of Iowa; Dean\, College of Arts & Sciences\, Seattle University; Director\, Executive Policy Office and Chief Policy Adviser to Governor Gary Locke\, State of Washington; Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculties\, University of Colorado-Boulder; Dean\, University of Washington Law School. Read more about Dr. Loh here. \nWhen: Wednesday\, September 20\, 2017; 7:30 a.m. registration\, 8 a.m. program \nWhere: Greater Baltimore Committee\, 111 South Calvert Street\, Suite 1700\, Baltimore\, MD 21202 \nCost: $45 \nTo be eligible for a refund the Greater Baltimore Committee requires a 72-hour cancellation notice. \nFor event and sponsorship information\, contact Event and Business Development Manager Lisa Byrd at 410-727-2820. \n  \nEvent Sponsor:
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/greater-baltimore-committee-newsmaker-breakfast-with-dr-wallace-loh-president-of-university-of-maryland-college-park/
LOCATION:Greater Baltimore Committee\, 111 South Calvert St.\, Suite 1700\, Baltimore \, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:2017 Maryland Housing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Collaborate\, Innovate\, Impact \nThe Maryland Housing Conference is the largest and most comprehensive housing forum in the state\, convening housing advocates\, community development leaders\, housing authorities\, home builders\, developers\, lenders and legislators who come together to discuss solutions and opportunities for home ownership in Maryland. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has been partnering with the Maryland Building Industry Association to host the conference for the past 15 years. \nTake a look at the working agenda as of July 31st >>> \nSPONSORSHIP\nSponsorship opportunities and program advertisements are available for all budgets in this the brochure below: \nView Brochure
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2017-maryland-housing-conference/
LOCATION:Martins West\, 6817 Dogwood Rd\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21244\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Greater Baltimore Committee: Breakfast Briefing- The development of Downtown Columbia
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \nJoin regional business leaders for a conversation with Greg Fitchitt\, Senior Vice President of Development for The Howard Hughes Corporation\, who will provide an update on the ambitious plan to reinvent the 400 acres of Downtown Columbia. \nDowntown Columbia has been a highly successful suburban town center\, including The Mall in Columbia\, Merriweather Post Pavilion and Lake Kittamaqundi. Now\, with 14 million square feet of new\, compact\, mixed-use\, high density development approved under the Downtown Columbia Plan\, the area is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. Approximately 1.4 million square feet has already been delivered\, and more new residential\, office\, retail and public space is anticipated to break ground later this year. \nFitchitt joined The Howard Hughes Corporation in 2013. In 2014 he relocated to Maryland to focus on the Downtown Columbia development plan to transform the suburban town center into a 21st century urban village. \nIn addition to his professional activities\, Fitchitt currently serves as President of the Downtown Columbia Partnership and is a member of the Howard County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. \nTo be eligible for a refund the Greater Baltimore Committee requires a 72-hour cancellation notice. \nFor event and sponsorship information\, contact Sophia Silbergeld\, Director of Membership and Member Relations\, at 410-727-2820.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/greater-baltimore-committee-breakfast-briefing-the-development-of-downtown-columbia/
LOCATION:Greater Baltimore Committee\, 111 South Calvert St.\, Suite 1700\, Baltimore \, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170929T170000
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SUMMARY:IEDC: Economic Development Finance
DESCRIPTION:The core objective of this analytical course is to explain the financial tools used to stimulate private sector investment that results in the creation of permanent\, private sector jobs\, increased productivity and improvement in the local tax base. Specifically\, the course will review current debt\, equity\, grant and incentive-based financing programs that are accessible to practitioners both rural and urban. Moreover\, course participants will learn how to calculate debt/service ratios\, cash on cash rate of return\, capitalization rates\, underwriting ratios\, debt coverage ratios and similar financial tools used to identify project feasibility. Course instructors will also spend time teaching how potential investors measure return on investment (ROI) how lenders evaluate risk. Participants will have an opportunity to work through multiple case studies in order to solidify their knowledge of the finance programs. \nClick here to learn more and register for this training.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/iedc-economic-development-finance/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170809T204322Z
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SUMMARY:Calvert County Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Calvert County Department of Economic Development’s annual Job Fair will take place Thursday\, September 28\, 2017\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland in Prince Frederick. \nThis is an excellent opportunity for local businesses to promote job openings and we invite you to join us once again. If you are actively hiring\, please consider participating. \nExhibitor registration is limited to Calvert County-based businesses and includes: \nOne six-foot table and two chairs\n Company listing in the event brochure\n Two tickets for snacks and beverages available during the event \nThere is no fee to exhibit and you can register below: \nRegistration deadline: Thursday\, September 14. \nGet More Information  \nRegister Now \nFor more information\, contact Kelly Robertson-Slagle at slaglekr@co.cal.md.us or 410-535-4583.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/calvert-county-job-fair/
LOCATION:College of Southern Maryland\, 8730 Mitchell Road\, La Plata\, MD\, 20646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170929T140000
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SUMMARY:Maryland Chamber of Commerce: Business Policy & Competitiveness Conference
DESCRIPTION:What does it take to influence legislators? How can you strengthen your voice? How can you help Maryland be more competitive? \nThis two-day\, nonpartisan conference will tackle issues that impact Maryland’s economy and allow you to learn how to be a stronger advocate for your interests in Annapolis. Hear from legislators\, administration representatives\, business leaders and our own team. Ask questions\, get answers\, and prepare to be heard. This event includes a network-building reception. \nJoin Maryland’s top business professionals\, legislative leaders\, corporate CEOs\, entrepreneurs and others! \nLearn more and register here. 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-chamber-of-commerce-business-policy-competitiveness-conference/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, 100 Heron Blvd. at Route 50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States
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