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SUMMARY:2018 MEDA Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2018 session.\nThe MEDA Winter Conference is sponsored by the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation and the City of Annapolis. \nMEDA’s yearly legislative economic outlook conference is scheduled  for Thursday\, January 11\, 2018 at the Governor Calvert House in Annapolis. \nYou’re invited to join us and hear from public and private sector leaders as they share their thoughts on economic development related topics that will be considered during the upcoming 2018 legislative session. \nPresenters will include leadership from local\, regional and statewide organizations. We’ll also hear from key members of the Maryland General Assembly who will provide insights on the upcoming session. \nThe Governor Calvert House is located at State Circle in downtown Annapolis. Parking is available in garages in the area – click here for additional parking details. \nScroll down this page to complete the registration form. \nPlease click here to review the 2018 MEDA Winter Conference Agenda. \nPlease click here to review the MEDA 2017 Fall Conference Business Meeting Minutes. \nView coverage of the event from WDVM here. \n  \nView photos from the 2018 MEDA Winter Conference here. \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2018-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Calvert House\,  58 State Circle\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T190000
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SUMMARY:Partner event: Industry Awards Celebration Nominations Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland Tech Council’s 30th Annual Industry Awards Celebration (IAC) will recognize the companies and individuals who are making a difference in our community.  We invite you to join us for our complimentary Launch Party as we kick-off nominations for the Industry Awards Celebration at VariQ’s office located at 2600 Tower Oaks Blvd\, Suite 300\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852 on Thursday\, January 11\, 2018. \nThe Launch Party is a great opportunity for you to meet the IAC nominations committee\, MTC staff and former finalist\, VariQ\, to learn about the nominations and awards process. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and drinks and come see why it’s important for you to showcase your company’s innovation and why you need to be part of our community. Space is limited\, so register today! \nThursday\, January 11\, 2018 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n\n\nVariQ\n2600 Tower Oaks Blvd Suite 300\nRockville\, MD 20852
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/partner-event-industry-awards-celebration-nominations-launch-party/
LOCATION:Variq\, 2600 Tower Oaks Blvd Suite 300 \, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045918
CREATED:20180104T133614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T141042Z
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SUMMARY:PGCEDC Event: 'More Jobs for Marylanders' Innovative Manufacturing Forum
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation as we present the: \n\n\n‘More Jobs for Marylanders’ Through\nInnovative Manufacturing Forum\n  \nYou spoke and we listened.  \nHear from experts who will share valuable information on ‘Access to Capital and a Skilled Workforce’ and ‘Reducing Operating Costs.’  \nIf you are ready to take your company to the next level and to receive tools and resources that will increase your bottom line. \nThen you can’t afford to miss this event! \nEvent Details: \nDate: January 16\, 2018 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nLocation:  Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation \n1801 McCormick Drive – Suite 140 \nLargo\, MD 20774 \nSpace is limited so please RSVP today!
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/pgcedc-event-jobs-marylanders-innovative-manufacturing-forum/
LOCATION:Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation\, 1801 McCormick Drive\, Suite 140\, Largo\, MD\, 20774\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045918
CREATED:20171116T141202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180102T174859Z
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SUMMARY:Maryland Chamber Event: 2018 Business Day and Legislative Reception
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, we’re hosting a full day of events to send a message that business matters in Maryland! \nJoin us for the whole day or the parts that work best for you. \nMorning\nCome for a light breakfast\, a rally on Lawyers’ Mall\, and one-on-one meetings with your legislators to share what affects your business. (We’ll help you prepare!) \nThe morning culminates with our Business Day luncheon. \nAfternoon\nWork from our offices\, talk with our Government Affairs team\, or enjoy the day in Annapolis. \n6 p.m.\nBuild your network and engage more casually with legislators at our annual Legislative Reception. \nThis day is your chance to show state lawmakers how their decisions affect your business! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembers: Log in for member rates (use your individual username and password to register)\nDon’t have it? Go to mdchamber.org & click on ‘Member Login’\nto have your login information sent to you.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring this event?\nContact Nykidra Robinson for information!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2018-business-day-and-legislative-reception/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045918
CREATED:20171213T172456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171213T172456Z
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SUMMARY:RMI: The Future Impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution on Maryland Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:As RMI Kicks Off 2018\, Join an Industry Stakeholders Discussion on the Technology and Talent Required for Manufacturers to Compete in the 21st Century. \nThe 4th Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is radically changing manufacturing today as companies move from analog to digital worlds. Join this community conversation with thought leaders to explore issues and opportunities for manufacturers and find out how\, or if\, Maryland is properly addressing this global transition. \n• Join the conversation on Industry 4.0’s digital transformation and the “Techtonic Shift”. \n• Discuss Maryland resources needed to address the needs of manufacturing companies embracing technologies like IoT\, 3d printing/scanning\, big data\, cyber security\, robotics\, material science\, and more. \n• See Star Academy demos of Drones\, Robotics\, Virtual Reality\, 3d Printing\, 3D Scanning\, and drones \n• Watch Arnold Packaging‘s Ready Robot “pour you a beer.” \nThought Leader Perspectives:  \n\nAris Melissaratos\, Dean\, Brown School of Business and Leadership\, Stevenson University – Our future\nSuzy Ganz\, President\, Lion Brothers – Going Digital Means Profits\nDavid Eschbach\, Senior Project Leader- Smart Factory\, Stanley Black & Decker – 4.0 at SBD –\nMary Steinebrunner\, General Manager\, Dunlop Protective Footwear USA– material science\nGeorge Davis\, CEO\, TEDCO – Innovation\nAdam Porter\, Director\, Fraunhofer USA – 4.0 Technologies and Tools\nW. Donald Walker III\, Branch Manager\, Baltimore Kelly Services – talent trends\n\nJanuary 17\, 2018 3:00-6:00 PM Star Academy\, Timonium Early Bird Pricing Until December 20nd  \nRMI Members $50.00 Non Members $65.00 Register: www.rmiofmaryland.com
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rmi-future-impact-4th-industrial-revolution-maryland-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Star Academy\, 2032 Greenspring Drive\, Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180118T203000
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SUMMARY:Partner event: Leadership Dinner in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Each year the Maryland Tech Council’s policy and leadership dinner connects business leaders from the technology and life science communities with policymakers in Annapolis.  This is a valuable event where executives\, MTC’s Board of Directors and members from the Maryland General Assembly come together to discuss important policy issues. \nJoin us to hear from our keynote speaker\, Governor Larry Hogan (invited). \nFor more information and sponsorship opportunities\, contact Wendy Worm at wendy@mdtechcouncil.comor (240) 243-4050.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/partner-event-leadership-dinner-annapolis/
LOCATION:Loews Annapolis Hotel\, 126 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180119T094500
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CREATED:20171218T153620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171218T155324Z
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SUMMARY:Partner event: Mugs & Pitches w/ Janice Riley
DESCRIPTION:Join Janice Riley\, TIC Manager for Hagerstown Community College\, for fresh coffee from a local shop—Pura Vida Coffee\, winner of the 2017 Hub City Business Competition—and some business pitches on January 19\, 2018 from 8:30 to 9:45 AM. \n  \nHear pitches from 2 businesses and participate in the Q&A/Feedback session after each pitch. Yes\, you get the opportunity to ask them questions\, provide constructive criticism and network with other businesses. \n  \nWhen: January 19\, 2018 from 8:30 to 9:45 AM \nWhere: TIC Suite 323 \n  \nSeating is limited. Please email tic@hagerstowncc.edu to reserve your seat today. \nContact Janice Riley at jiriley@hagerstowncc.edu with any questions or to volunteer to pitch at upcoming Mugs & Pitches events.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/partner-event-mugs-pitches-w-janice-riley/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180120T143000
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CREATED:20180115T140409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180115T140409Z
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SUMMARY:PGCSIF Event: Innovate Prince Georges
DESCRIPTION:How do you energize a community and create a culture that inspires vibrancy\, trust\, and collaboration?\nYou start by making sure everyone has a Seat at The Table. This creates the space to connect individuals of diverse perspectives to discuss local issues and use their collective genius to generate ideas that strengthen our communities economically\, lead to more equity and improve the quality of life for all in Prince George’s County. \nYou then publish a guiding set of beliefs that will shape the culture. The Prince George’s County Innovation Manifesto provides a belief system that is consistent in communities with thriving innovation ecosystems and that model the culture we need locally to unite the community towards collective action. \nNext you convene to have a larger discussion about the art of what’s possible and the distinct action steps to get there. That is Innovate Prince Georges\, a forum for sparking the connections and implementation of new ideas that aids in the County’s transformation. \nPlease join us for a different type of dialog and action plan. A limited number of complimentary tickets are available as we want all to participate. Please contact mark@innovateprincegeorges.org for eligibility criteria.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/pgcsif-event-innovate-prince-georges/
LOCATION:Old Greenbelt Theatre\, 129 Centerway\, Greenbelt\, MD\, 20770\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180120T160000
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SUMMARY:RMI Event: 2018 Maryland Drone Summit
DESCRIPTION:Top drone service providers\, universities and manufacturers come together for a First-of-its-kind event in Maryland! \nMeet the region’s leaders of the UAV industry at the newest indoor drone training facility\, complete with a 5\,000 square foot cage! \nCome out for: \n\nLive Demos\nDrone Racing\nPanel Discussions\nExhibitor’s Hall\n\nOn the “Choose Tickets” page\, enter promo code \nFLY NOW and save $5/ticket!\n\nStar Academy\, 2302 Greenspring Drive in Timonium\, Maryland\nEasily accessible from both I-83 and York Rd
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/rmi-event-2018-maryland-drone-summit/
LOCATION:Star Academy\, 2032 Greenspring Drive\, Timonium\, MD\, 21093\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180123T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180123T083000
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SUMMARY:TechFast Event: How safe IS your data in the cloud?
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Washington County Department of Business Development\, Technical Innovation Center is launching a quarterly tech breakfast event in Hagerstown.\n\nThe first one will be Tuesday\, January 23 at 7:30 AM at Hagerstown Community College. Microsoft is presenting on cloud computing and security. TIC plans to host these once a quarter\, bringing in companies like Microsoft\, Red Hat\, Cisco and others to share about latest technologies\, trends and hot topics.\n\n\n \nTechFast: Your Most Important Meal of the Day\nHow safe IS your data in the cloud?\n\nJoin Washington County Department of Business Development and Technical Innovation Center for the first quarterly TechFast session. A full hot breakfast will be provided.  \nStephen Deming\, Senior Partner Technology Strategist with Microsoft\, will be presenting on cloud computing\, Big Data\, data security and more. \n$15 per person.\nCall 240-500-2236 and register for TIC-001-G.\nOr visit http://www.hagerstowncc.edu/coned/areas/business/entrepreneurship/courses. \n \n\nRegister you and your team today.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/techfast-event-safe-data-cloud/
LOCATION:Hagerstown Community College\, Career Programs Building\, Room 211-213 11400 Robinwood Drive\,\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180124T133000
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CREATED:20171030T215243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T184143Z
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SUMMARY:MEDA Event: 2018 Economic Development Day in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for MEDA’s Annual Economic Development Day in Annapolis. \nEconomic Development Day\, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Commerce\, brings together elected and appointed officials from around the state with economic development professionals for one day to celebrate and explore efforts to bring jobs and investment to Maryland. As we gather in the state capital\, there is special focus on the role of public policy in creating an environment that puts Maryland in a competitive position with other states. All members of the General Assembly have been invited by MEDA\, but we encourage you to reach out to your local influencers\, and encourage them to attend. \nThe day is designed to provide an opportunity to network with elected and appointed officials\, highlight your business in a unique location\, share how our diverse industry sectors play a vital role in the state’s economic climate\, and represent economic development to all our partners. \nSenator Thomas M. Middleton\, the Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee\, and Delegate Kumar P. Barve\, the House Environment Transportation Committee\, will discuss the issues related to economic development that are considered in their committees\, and give insight into how members of their committees deliberate on the impact of state public policy on jobs and investment in Maryland. \nIndustry sectors including telecommunications\, biotechnology\, manufacturing\, health care\, cyber security\, and others will come together to highlight their transformative statewide economic development efforts. Do you create opportunities? Do you inspire innovation? Do you enrich communities? Maximize your time and join us in Annapolis to share your message. \nEvent Highlights\n\nConnect and communicate with the elected officials who directly influence your economic development initiatives\n\nHear from public and private sector leaders \n\nMix and mingle over breakfast and lunch with fellow economic development professionals\n\nThis event is open to MEDA members\, state legislators\, and other state officials who will gather in recognition of the positive impact economic development makes on our state. \nSchedule\n\n10-11 a.m.: Meet at Venue for Networking\n11-11:30: Set up meetings with legislators\n11:30-11:45: Return to Senate building\n11:45-1 p.m.: Lunch and Presentations by Mike Gill\, Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton\, and Delegate Kumar P. Barve\n1:30 p.m.: Adjourn
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2018-economic-development-day-in-annapolis/
LOCATION:Miller Senate Building\, Presidents Conference Center West\, 11 Bladen Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180126T093000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045918
CREATED:20171211T192923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171211T192923Z
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SUMMARY:Partner event: 42nd Annual P.A.C.E. Reception
DESCRIPTION:The reception is a cocktail party format featuring hors d’oeuvres and an open bar with displays showcasing Allegany and Garrett County businesses\, attractions\, educational institutions\, and organizations. The reception offers free-flowing interaction by Mountain Marylanders with state and federal government officials and staff members. Strategic new projects and current key legislative hot topics for Allegany and Garrett Counties can be discussed in an informal networking environment. The breakfast is buffet style and features a keynote speaker. Members and leaders of the Maryland General Assembly\, county commissioners\, economic development officials\, chamber of commerce leaders\, and Mountain Maryland citizens attend. \nThe general public is warmly invited to register for the event\, providing entry to both the PACE Reception and the Breakfast: $130 per person if payment is received on or before Friday\, January 5\, 2018 and $150 per person if payment is received on or after Saturday\, January 6\, 2018. Registration is not available at the door. **NO PHYSICAL TICKETS ARE SENT OUT. Your registration is saved and filed for check-in upon arrival. CLICK HERE to register and pay ONLINE.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/partner-event-42nd-annual-p-c-e-reception/
LOCATION:Loews Annapolis Hotel\, 126 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180126T110000
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CREATED:20180112T171521Z
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SUMMARY:TEDCO Event: MERL Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Office Hours\nFriday\,January 26th\, 2018\n9 AM To 11 AM\nBook Your One-on-One Session with an Expert\nClick Here for the Flyer with Office Hours Information\nThe Maryland Entrepreneurs Resource List (MERL) is a pool of business experts across industry verticals and skill sets who offer pro bono time to meet and advise companies facing unique challenges as startups.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedco-event-merl-office-hours/
LOCATION:TEDCO\, 7021 Columbia Gateway Dr.\, Suite 200\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180129T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180129T093000
DTSTAMP:20260625T045918
CREATED:20180105T211110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T211110Z
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SUMMARY:GBC Event: 2018 Maryland General Assembly Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Baltimore Committee for its annual Maryland General Assembly Legislative Forum\, which will feature top legislative leaders from both parties and the Governor’s office who will discuss the legislative dynamics that are in store under the State House dome in 2018’s Maryland General Assembly legislative session. \n  \nHear from: \nSenator J. B. Jennings \nMinority Leader \nSenate of Maryland \nDelegate Maggie McIntosh \nChair\, Appropriations Committee \nMaryland House of Delegates \nDelegate Kathy Szeliga \nMinority Whip \nMaryland House of Delegates \nAdditional speakers to be announced. \n  \nMembers: $80 individual\, $750 table of 10; Non-members: $150 individual\, $1\,250 table of 10 \nTo be eligible for a refund the Greater Baltimore Committee requires a 72-hour cancellation notice. \nFor event information\, please contact: Lisa Byrd\, Director of Events and Business Development\, at 410-727-2820 \n 
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/gbc-event-2018-maryland-general-assembly-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel\, 202 East Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
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