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SUMMARY:Maryland Planning Commissioners Association (MPCA) Regional Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland Planning Commissioners Association (MPCA) started a regional workshop initiative several years ago and has hosted events throughout Maryland to provide opportunities for regional collaboration\, citizen planner training\, and networking. \nOn November 12\, join MPCA president Roxanne Hemphill for a presentation on “Nuts and Bolts\,” outlining how to serve on a planning commission/board\, board of zoning appeals\, or local historic commission. \nBill Swiatek\, AICP\, from the Wilmington Area Planning Council (WILMAPCO) will give a briefing on two transportation corridor studies completed with municipal partners in 2024 and 2025. \nJoe Griffiths\, Director of Planning Best Practices at the Maryland Department of Planning\, will discuss recent Maryland housing legislation. \nDate: Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025 \nTime: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. \nLocation: Cecil County Administration Building\, Elk Room \n200 Chesapeake Boulevard \nElkton\, Maryland 21921 \nDetails: On-site parking available\, light refreshments served  \nQuestions? MPCAinfo1983@gmail.com
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-planning-commissioners-association-mpca-regional-workshop/
LOCATION:Cecil County Administration Building\, Elk Room\, 200 Chesapeake Boulevard\, Elkton\, MD\, 21921
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SUMMARY:MWCC Quarterly Conference & Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:*** MEDA Members will receive a discounted rate *** \nWe look forward to having you join us for our morning “mini-conference\,” where you will find examples\, case studies\, and informative discussions about the tools and methods of continuous improvement. Get ready to network with learners and leaders of the local Lean community! \nKeynote Presentation by Jeremy Horn\, Junior Partner\, Business Improvement Group \nTopic: Lean BASICS® \n \nIn this session\, Jeremy will provide an overview of BASICS(r)\, Business Improvement Group’s structured implementation methodology for implementing and driving sustainable change. He will walk through core elements of BASICS®\, highlight how it has been applied across industries\, and show real-world applications from Thales.  Attendees will gain insight into how the approach helps organizations create flow\, build accountability\, and embed CI into daily operations. \nJeremy is a results-driven improvement practitioner and leadership coach with a strong record of helping organizations achieve meaningful change. Since 2019\, he has partnered with the Maryland World Class Consortia (MWCC) to support clients such as Culta\, Arnold Packaging\, Chutes International\, Anne Arundel County Food Bank\, Tanglewood Conservatories\, Parker Flavors\, and Thales Defense & Security. \nMember Presentation led by Steve Schrader\, Vice President\, Operations; Thales Defense & Security \n \nThales Defense & Security in Clarksburg\, MD\, recently embarked on a Lean transformation to improve its CNR radio assembly lines. The leadership team faced challenges with cluttered workstations\, excess inventory on benches\, limited standardization\, and long cycle times. Through a structured Lean approach\, they redesigned the production flow into a one-piece flow system\, stood up visual management boards\, and built a robust material delivery system with supermarkets and water spiders. \nThe presentation will take attendees inside this journey from the “before state” of bottlenecks and inconsistent management practices\, to the redesigned “future state” that now features: \n\nOne-Piece Flow Assembly: Faster\, more organized lines with clear material movement.\nVisual Management Systems: Hour-by-hour boards\, tiered huddles\, and real-time performance tracking to drive accountability.\nMaterial Delivery & Supermarkets: Fully labeled bins and racks that enable efficient replenishment and accuracy.\nLeadership Engagement: Building a Core Team capable of sustaining Lean improvements and mentoring others.\n\nThe Thales team will share measurable results in cycle time reduction\, staffing optimization\, engagement\, and demonstrate how Lean can rapidly transform a defense manufacturing environment. \nWhat Attendees Will See on the Tour: \nThe tour will bring the story to life by walking attendees directly through the improved CNR assembly area. Expect to see: \n\nBefore & After Contrasts: Stations that were once cluttered are now standardized with visual cues\, tool organization\, and clear product flow.\nHour-by-Hour Boards in Action: Color-coded and line-specific boards being updated in real time by operators\, showing production targets\, staffing assignments\, and progress at a glance.\nSupermarket & Material Delivery: Water spiders restocking bins with precision using rack-shelf-bin labels and color-coded tags — a living example of pull systems and visual control.\nOperator Engagement: Teams participating in daily huddles\, reviewing performance\, and surfacing blockers for rapid resolution.\nNext Steps in Progress: Expansion efforts into additional lines\, reinforcing that this is not a one-off project but part of a larger enterprise-wide Lean journey.\n\nThis will not just be a “show and tell”. Attendees will experience how Lean concepts have been embedded into daily operations\, creating a system that improves flow\, accountability\, and culture across the shop floor. \nNOTE:  FIRST\, go to 22605 Gateway Center Drive\,  BUILDING #1\, to sign-in and receive your guest badge before proceeding to Building #2 for the conference. \nAGENDA \n08:30 am Registration\, Networking & Continental Breakfast\n09:00 am Greetings\n09:15 am Jeremy Horn\, Business Improvement Group\n10:30 am Networking/Break\n10:40 am Member Presentation\, Steve Schrader\, Thales Defense & Security\n11:50 am Q&A and Tour Prep\n12:00 pm Thales tour\n01:30 pm Lunch & Debrief\n02:00 pm Conference concludes
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/mwcc-quarterly-conference-plant-tour/
LOCATION:Thales Defense & Security\, 22605 Gateway Center Dr\, Clarksburg\, MD\, 20871
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SUMMARY:MEDA Young Leader Virtual Networking Session (November 2025)
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, November 21\, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nWhere: Virtual\nWho: MEDA Young Leaders\nThe MEDA Young Leaders Virtual Networking Sessions offer a professionally curated platform for ongoing learning and connection. Held bi-monthly for one hour\, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity to hear from top-tier economic development professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a regular participant\, you’ll find each session enriching and rewarding. Feel free to join as your schedule allows—each session stands alone as an opportunity for growth and networking.
URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/meda-young-leader-virtual-networking-session-november-2025-2/
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