RMI’s 2022 Maryland Manufacturing Celebration will be a festive night celebrating our organization’s 32+ years of serving Maryland’s manufacturing industry and honoring those who have supported our organization’s efforts along the way. We’ll recognize not only the 2022 Champions of Maryland Manufacturing and the State’s many manufacturers and leaders of business, government, education and the community...
Join the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) for the 2022 Rural Economic Development Session - Lower Shore Edition December 7, 2022 8:00am – 1:30pm Student Services Center, University of Maryland Eastern Shore Every community has a unique vibe with distinct commercial centers designed, organized, and promoted to create a sense of livability. Economic developers are charged with...
Harnessing Education for Economic Development is the 2023 MEDA Annual Conference theme and a clear pathway forward. The link between education and economic advancement is well-established. Building competencies profoundly impacts outcomes, but connecting the dots is a collaborative process. Click here to learn how to...
Every year, the MEDA Primer offers those new to economic development and veterans of the field the opportunity to gain further insight and strengthen their knowledge of economic development in Maryland. This year, dozens from across the state joined us for an engaging and enlightening day-long session at City Garage in Baltimore. Here’s a recap...
2023 MEDA Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course July 24 - July 27 - Virtual Whether you’re new to the world of Economic Development or you’d like to get in-depth with a refresher, the Chesapeake Basic Economic Development Course is your ticket to the fundamental concepts, strategies, and tools needed to be successful in today's complex...
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2023 MEDA Summer Conference on Leadership Development in economic development organizations (EDOs)! The conference brought together an exceptional lineup of experienced speakers who shared their expertise through dynamic and engaging TED Talk-style presentations, including presentations from: Jessica Aiello, Founder and CEO of Yellow Group, presented "Inclusion Means All"...
Spend the day on a scenic round-trip train ride from Cumberland to Frostburg and hear from local economic developers on current topics. Make a day of it by attending the Tech at the Gap evening reception at Rocky Gap. Attendees will meet at Rocky Gap and be transported to the Cumberland train station to board...
October 23-27, 2023 Overview Economic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize the importance of economic development for the State of 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. Recognition Economic development...
Innovations in Manufacturing Wednesday, October 25, 2023 from 8 AM - 4 PM Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, MD (Carroll County) The 2023 MEDA Fall Conference, held on October 25th at Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, located in Carroll County, MD, successfully concluded with a focus on "Innovations in Manufacturing." The event kicked off with a warm...
MEDA Winter Conference When: January 11, 2024 Location: Governor Calvert House, Annapolis, MD 2024 Legislative Outlook For Economic Development The 2024 MEDA Winter Conference, held on January 11th at the Governor Calvert House in Annapolis, MD, was a great success! The conference provided a unique opportunity to learn about pivotal economic development legislation from esteemed...
