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The Charles County Economic Development Department hosts events that help local businesses stay connected, learn from one another, and get timely updates on programs and opportunities. Check out our full calendar of upcoming workshops, meetings, and signature events below.

Your Customers Are Asking ChatGPT -- How To Make Sure They Find You In Their Results

  • Date: 06/18/2026  
  • Location: Online

6/18/2026
1:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
6/17/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
No Fee
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Diane McFarland

Online Meeting (Live)
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Marketing/Sales

Here's what's happening right now: Your potential customers are asking ChatGPT, Perplexity, and other AI tools for business recommendations before they ever open Google or visit a website. If your business isn't showing up in those AI-generated recommendations, you're invisible to an entire segment of customers who are ready to buy. This presentation gives you the practical playbook for positioning your business to get recommended by AI—even if you have zero technical skills and a limited budget. You'll walk away with: -Understanding of how people use AI tools to make buying decisions -The exact content formats that AI platforms prioritize (and how to create them) -Step-by-step strategies for optimizing your digital presence for AI recommendations -Real examples of businesses getting discovered through AI search -Free implementation tool: 30-Day GEO Action Plan you can start using immediately This session is for you if: -You want to reach customers where they're actually searching (AI tools, not just Google) -You're willing to try new approaches to stay competitive -You need practical, actionable tactics...not theory or complicated tech talk -You're ready to future-proof your visibility strategy Presenter, Kristen Noelle Wiggins; Messaging, Marketing, and Media Strategist
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July Quarterly Business Roundtable

July 16, 2026 | Virtual

Our Quarterly Business Roundtables are a great opportunity for your business to get the inside scoop on what is happening in Charles County and learn about the Economic Development Department’s activities.

Past Events:

2026 Business Appreciation Week

May 4 – May 8, 2026

Local businesses are at the heart of the region’s thriving economy, as they provide essential products, services, and job opportunities to Charles County. The weeklong event celebrates the invaluable contributions of business owners and shares our continued gratitude for their choice to do business in Charles County.

2026 Business Wellness Workshop

May 5, 2026 | 9 AM to 2 PM | CSM Center for Business and Industry

The Business Wellness Workshop provides expert insights, strategies, and networking opportunities to boost your business in Charles County. This year’s Business Wellness Workshop features an engaging format that combines expert-led sessions, “Ignite”-style presentations from a variety of Circle of Services partners, and networking opportunities.