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Ignite Entrepreneurship: Tips for Connecting from a Local Broadband Provider
In our latest “Ignite Entrepreneurship” blog, Daniel Thompson, CTO of the newly launched PeakeNet Broadband – a locally owned and operated internet service provider bringing connectivity to rural Maryland communities – shares his insights for other entrepreneurs in Charles County.
Read More...Ignite Entrepreneurship: Tips from Owner of Southern Maryland Business Center
Looking Local: Live Out Loud Yoga Brings Healthy Connections to Charles County
For our latest edition of “Looking Local,” we spoke to Cindy Johannessen, owner, operator, and founder of La Plata-based Live Out Loud Yoga.
Read More...ACCE Recognizes Charles County Chamber for Member Retention
The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) recently recognized the Charles County Chamber of Commerce with a Membership Achievement Award for Member Retention, an award that acknowledges Chambers with the most effective membership retention strategies nationwide. This blog post explores why the Chamber received this award and what services they offer local businesses.
Read More...Ignite Entrepreneurship: Tips for Success from the College of Southern Maryland’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute
In our newest blog series, “Ignite Entrepreneurship,” we profile local entrepreneurs to learn more about what “ignited” their success, and also gain insights about being an entrepreneur in Charles County. For the first blog of this series, we sat down with Thomas Luginbill, director of the College of Southern Maryland’s newly-established Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute (EII).
Read More...5 TIPS FOR A PERFECT PITCH AT STRT1UP ROAD SHOW ON JULY 18
Looking Local: Owner of Four Charles County McDonald’s Restaurants Shares Recipe for Business Success
For our latest edition of “Looking Local,” we spoke to Andrew Welburn, president of The Welburn Organization, which owns and operates five McDonald’s restaurants in Southern Maryland.
Read More...Meet the EDD: Marcia Keeth
In our blog series, “Meet the EDD,” we regularly profile a member of our team. Through our interviews, we hope you get to know the hardworking members of our staff, who are dedicated to the economic vitality of Charles County. Learn more about our Deputy Director Marcia Keeth.
Read More...Why Retailers Choose Charles County
As one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Maryland, Charles County is well-positioned to develop its retail industry to accommodate this growing population. We share four reasons why retailers choose Charles County.
Read More...TEDCO: Kickstarting Businesses in Maryland’s Innovation Economy
TEDCO offers mentoring, market research, funding, and networking opportunities to entrepreneurs, startups, and early stage companies for the accelerated success of an innovation economy in Maryland and beyond.
Read More...The Maryland Small Business Development Center: Business Support for Every Stage
The SBDC offers training and counseling services to local businesses at all stages of growth. From the earliest stages of business planning, to preparing for business sale or exit strategy, the SBDC provides a range of resources.
Read More...Southern Maryland JobSource: Connecting Local Businesses with Qualified Candidates
Southern Maryland JobSource provides both employers and prospective employees with the resources they need to make the hiring process as effective as possible.
Read More...Top Tips for a Crabtivating Pitch at the Crab Pot Pitch Contest
This April, entrepreneurs in Southern Maryland are invited to participate in the Crab Pot pitch contest, allowing them to share their ideas to a panel of judges and investors.
Read More...Looking Local: Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill Spices Up Charles County
For our latest edition of “Looking Local,” we spoke to Richard Fray, co-founder of Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill, located in Waldorf.
Read More...Why You Should Work Where You Live
During a recent hiring cycle, Brianna Bowling, President of La Plata-headquartered Zekiah Technologies published a blog highlighting the financial benefits of working locally in Charles County.
Read More...Spotlight: The James E. Richmond Science Center is Educating the Next Generation of Tech Geniuses
As companies increasingly move towards virtual workplaces, digital transactions and teleworking, Charles County offers a strategic location in the DC-Baltimore-Richmond corridor and access to a potential labor force of more than 1.83 million within a 45-minute commute. In addition, average office lease rates in the County are nearly 50 percent lower than in the DC Metro.
Read More...Meet the EDD: Jennifer Reginald
In our blog series, “Meet the EDD,” we regularly profile a member of our team. Through our interviews, we hope you get to know the hardworking members of our staff, who are dedicated to the economic vitality of Charles County. Learn more about our Marketing Coordinator, Jennifer Reginald.
Read More...Implementing a Plan for Growth - Creating Jobs by Design
A Message from the Chair, Economic Development Advisory Board
A letter from Randall Williams, Chair of the newly formed Economic Development Advisory Board, to the Charles County business community.
Read More...Looking Local: Cardinal Scientific Continues Growth in Charles County
For our final Looking Local blog of 2016, we spoke to Scott Decker, Director of Operations at Cardinal Scientific, Inc., located in Waldorf.
Read More...Meet the EDD: Lucinia Mundy
In our blog series, “Meet the EDD,” we regularly profile a member of our team. Through our interviews, we hope you get to know the hardworking members of our staff, who are dedicated to the economic vitality of Charles County. Learn more about our Outreach Administrator Lucinia Mundy.
Read More...Spotlight: Why Charles County’s Health Industry is Thriving
Charles County is well positioned to provide ample opportunities for health care providers seeking growth and individuals exploring employment or already working in the health care field. We share four reasons why Charles County is good for health services.
Read More...Why We're Thankful for Charles County’s Small Businesses
With Thanksgiving around the corner, here at the EDD, we’ve been reflecting on what we’re thankful for. Besides being thankful for our work that allows us to interact with members of the Charles County community and promote the County as a great place for business, we’re extra thankful this year for the strong network of local businesses.
Read More...4 Video Takeaways From the Fall Meeting
Spotlight: Why Federal Contractors Choose Charles County
Federal contracting is a growing industry in Charles County. We spoke to the founders of MESMO Inc. and AveningTech to learn what it's like to run a federal contracting company in Charles County.
Read More...Looking Local: Meinhardt Properties Builds for Business in Charles County
For this month’s edition of “Looking Local,” we spoke to Randall Williams, President of Meinhardt Properties.
Read More...Meet the EDD: Michelle DeSoto
In our blog series, “Meet the EDD,” we profile a member of our team each month. Through our interviews, we hope you get to know the hardworking members of our staff, who are dedicated to the economic vitality of Charles County.
Read More...5 Tips for a Perfect Pitch at Startup Maryland’s STRT1UP Road Show
Local entrepreneurs will get a chance to pitch their business ideas and receive valuable support from business mentors and other leaders in the entrepreneurial space at Startup Maryland’s STRT1UP Road Show in Indian Head on September 16.
Read More...Looking Local: Kingdomware Technologies, Inc. Provides Solutions to Enterprise Problems
For this month’s “Looking Local” series, we spoke with LaTonya Barton, Business Manager of Waldorf-based Kingdomware Technologies, Inc.
Read More...Meet the EDD: Taylor Yewell
Our new blog series, “Meet the EDD,” will profile a member of our team each month. Through our interviews, we hope you get to know the hardworking members of our staff, who are dedicated to the economic vitality of Charles County.
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