Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)

October 7-8, 2025 | Downtown Easton, MD

Register for the 2025 Main Street Maryland Conference

The theme, "Great Places Win: Powering People, Places, and Possibility" celebrates the people, places, and possibilities that make these historic downtowns thrive.

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October 30, 2025 | Chesapeake Beach, MD

Register for the 2025 MEDA Fall Conference

The theme, "Talent is the Driver: Building Communities Where People Want to Live and Work," will bring together Maryland's economic development community to explore strategies for building talent-attracting communities.

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October 20-24, 2025

2025 Economic Development Week in Maryland

The week is designed to increase 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.

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SUPPORTING MARYLAND BY SUPPORTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Become A Sponsor!

Show your MEDA support year-round or sponsor an event that aligns with your organization. Enjoy perks like brand placement, social recognition, and complimentary attendance.

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2023/2024

MEDA Year in Review

This report showcases the collaborative achievements of our organization in 2023 and 2024, highlighting the contributions of sponsors, partners, members, and the MEDA community.

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Becoming a MEDA Member

MEDA Membership

MEDA members work throughout the state and share the common goal of improving Maryland's business climate.

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Economic Development Offices in Maryland

Access updated information from local offices.

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MEDA Young Leaders

This group is open to economic developers under the age of 40 who are looking for collaboration opportunities and chances to network.

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Economic Development… Transforms Lives

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UPCOMING EVENTS

September 26, 2025

MEDA Young Leader Virtual Networking Session (September 2025)

When: Friday, September 26, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where: Virtual Who: MEDA Young Leaders The MEDA Young Leaders Virtual Networking Sessions offer a professionally curated platform for ongoing…

October 2, 2025

Maryland Manufacturing Technology Summit 2025

Join us for an immersive, action-packed day tailored specifically for small and medium manufacturers interested in adopting and implementing new technologies. Why Attend? The Summit will feature… Expert Presentations &…

Oct 7 - Oct 8, 2025

2025 Main Street Maryland Conference

When: October 7-8, 2025 Where: Downtown Easton, Maryland Theme: Great Places Win: Powering People, Places, and Possibility Registration Deadline: September 26, 2025 Maryland’s many Main Streets are the heart of…