Economic development activities can deliver broad value to communities, driving business growth, attracting investment and creating a foundation for prosperity, a point reinforced by the results of a statewide study. According to the…
Travel Message From Allegany County Tourism
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This week, flash floods swept through parts of Mountain Maryland and left behind damage and disruption. Our hearts are heavy for the communities affected, the residents displaced, and the beloved…
Guest Blog: Collaboration Wins When the North Star Is Clear
Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies
This blog was written by Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies. As the 2025 MEDA Annual Conference came to a close, our final…
Guest Blog: Crossing State Lines: Regional Resilience and Strategies That Resonate in Maryland
Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies
This blog was written by Kayla Sherry, a new MEDA Member and Social Media Coordinator at PPR Strategies. At this year’s MEDA Annual Conference, Don Cunningham, President and CEO of…
Guest Blog: “Regional Initiatives (Ignite-style presentations)” Recap
Janel Spencer, Business Development Specialist, Frederick County Office of Economic Development
This blog was written by Janel Spencer, Business Development Specialist, Frederick County Office of Economic Development Economic development is never a one-person show; it’s a team sport. Educators, entrepreneurs, public-sector…
Great Places Win: Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Celebrates $180,000 in Funding to Civic Works
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Baltimore City project fourth in Great Places Win event series touting Fiscal Year 2025 State Revitalization Program projects BALTIMORE CITY, MD (May 12, 2025) – Maryland Department of Housing and…
Guest Blog: “Resource Adequacy: How Utilities Support Economic Growth and Sustainability in an Electrifying Era” Panel Recap
Renee M. Harris, Business & Economic Development Coordinator, City of Hyattsville
This blog was written by: Renee M. Harris, Business & Economic Development Coordinator, City of Hyattsville Session: “Resource Adequacy: How Utilities Support Economic Growth and Sustainability in an Electrifying Era”…
TEDCO’s Tammi Thomas Elected President of the Maryland Economic Development Association
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TEDCO’s Chief Development and Marketing Officer officially began her term April 2025 COLUMBIA, Md., (May 7, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced the appointment of its chief development…
Guest Blog: The Power of Sports, Strategy, and Partnership in Economic Development
MEDA Young Leader, Dr. Candace Pruett, Assistant Director, Corridor Region, Maryland Small Business Development Center
This blog was written by MEDA Young Leader, Dr. Candace Pruett, Assistant Director, Corridor Region, Maryland Small Business Development Center At this year’s MEDA Annual Conference, the Opening Keynote from…
Governor Moore Announces Opening of Applications for Maryland Business Ready Sites Program
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ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced the launch of the Maryland Business Ready Sites Program, a new initiative to boost economic growth by developing shovel-ready business sites statewide….
