Additional Virtual Public Hearings Scheduled for Local Businesses to Participate in Disparity Study | The BayNet
Published Saturday, January 9, 2021
Additional Virtual Public Hearings Scheduled for Local Businesses to Participate in Disparity Study
Published Monday, January 4, 2021
In collaboration with the Economic Development Department, Charles County Government has contracted Griffin & Strong, P.C. to conduct a Comprehensive Disparity Study to evaluate and make recommendations for procurement policies and practices. The Study will also independently assess Minority Business Enterprise businesses' equitable participation. more»
Kaiser Permanente to establish medical center in Waldorf | SOMDNews
Published Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Kaiser Permanente to develop $100M medical center in Waldorf | The Daily Record
Published Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Kaiser Permanente plans $100M medical center in Waldorf | WTOP News
Published Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Kaiser Permanente to Develop $100 Million Medical Center in Waldorf
Published Tuesday, December 15, 2020
*This release is in partnership with Kaiser Permanente.
Kaiser Permanente has purchased a 23-acre site at 4149 Crain Highway in Waldorf, Maryland. The health system plans to build a multi-phase medical center on the undeveloped parcel with the first phase on track to open in the first quarter of 2025 at a cost of approximately $100 million. The facility more»
Kaiser Permanente to Develop $100 Million Medical Center in Waldorf | The Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Lucinia Mundy Graduates from Leadership Southern Maryland Executive Program
Published Thursday, November 19, 2020
Leonardtown, Md. (November 19, 2020) – Leadership Southern Maryland, the non-profit organization dedicated to building a diverse cadre of informed and engaged leaders from Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s Counties, announced today that Lucinia Mundy, Business Development Specialist with Charles County Economic Development, has completed the more»
Charles Co. Restaurant Relief Grant Program Applications Accepted Until N | Southern Maryland Chronicleov. 30
Published Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Charles County Restaurant Relief Grant Program Applications Accepted Until Nov. 30 | The BayNet
Published Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Restaurant Relief Grant Program Applications Accepted Until Nov. 30
Published Monday, November 9, 2020
Charles County Economic Development Department is accepting applications for a new grant program targeted to help local restaurants whose operations have been affected by the COVID crisis. The Restaurant Relief Grant Program will provide a minimum of $10,000 to eligible full-service restaurants, limited service restaurants, and caterers. Food trucks, more»
Charles County Grants Over One Million Dollars to Local Businesses | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Friday, October 9, 2020
County Grants Over One Million Dollars to Local Businesses
Published Thursday, October 8, 2020
The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that over one million dollars in grant money has been awarded to local businesses whose operations were affected by the COVID-19 crisis. As of Friday, Oct. 9, a total of $1,042,000 will have been disbursed to Charles County-based businesses that applied and were approved for the Coronavirus Small more»
Economic Development Department Announces Online Fall Meeting
Published Wednesday, October 7, 2020
The Economic Development Department will host its 2020 annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10, on a virtual platform from 8:30 a.m. to noon, focusing on “Building a New and Better Normal.”
Meeting topics will include a “2020 Pivot Plan,” an addendum to the department's five-year strategic economic development plan presented by more»
Economic Development Resumes Business Grant Program on Sept. 28
Published Monday, September 28, 2020
The Economic Development Department has launched a second round of the Charles County Coronavirus Small Business Relief Grant Program to provide financial help to local businesses seeking relief from COVID-19-related losses and expenses. Applications from businesses that have not previously received grants will be accepted starting Monday, Sept. 28.
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Charles Economic Development Resumes Business Grant Program on Sept. 28 | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Monday, September 28, 2020
Charles County’s New MedStar Medical Facility Constructed During COVID-19 Pandemic | SMNewsnet
Published Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Charles County’s New Medical Facility Constructed During Pandemic | The BayNet
Published Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Local Business Community Invited to Participate in Disparity Study
Published Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Charles County Government, in collaboration with the Economic Development Department, has contracted Griffin & Strong, P.C. to conduct a Comprehensive Disparity Study, to evaluate and make recommendations for procurement policies and practices. In addition, the Study will independently assess equitable participation of Minority Business Enterprise more»
Financial Resource Webinar for Small Businesses in Charles County Available on Aug. 5
Published Monday, July 20, 2020
The Economic Development Department and the Charles County Chamber of Commerce are hosting a webinar titled "Show Me the Money" on Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The webinar is designed to help small businesses in Charles County understand how to apply for the available financial resources.
President and CEO of the Charles County Chamber of more»
Commissioners Greenlight Waldorf Station Development Agreement | The Lagasse Report
Published Sunday, July 19, 2020
Charles County Grant Gives up to $10,000 to Small Businesses | The Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Friday, July 17, 2020
Retail development in Waldorf scheduled for completion in 2021 | SOMDNews
Published Thursday, July 16, 2020
Amazon picks Charles County for new local delivery warehouse | The Lagasse Report
Published Saturday, July 11, 2020
Republic Breaks Ground on 35,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Metro DC | Shopping Center Business
Published Thursday, July 2, 2020
Amazon Delivery Station to Open in Waldorf, Maryland
Published Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Charles County, Maryland will be the site of a new Amazon Last Mile "Delivery Station" – one of seven such facilities slated to open in Maryland. Amazon's Charles County operation will be based in Waldorf's St. Charles Industrial Park and open in time for the 2020 holiday season.
Amazon's Waldorf facilities will occupy three existing industrial more»
GIS-Enabled Website Established for Local Businesses Operating Status in Charles County | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Friday, June 12, 2020
Charles County Announces the Small Business Relief Grant Program | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Friday, June 12, 2020
GIS-Enabled Website Established for Local Businesses Operating Status
Published Thursday, June 11, 2020
The Economic Development Department and the Charles County Chamber of Commerce announce a new GIS-enabled website, www.CharlesCountyBacktoBusiness.com, to inform customers about local businesses' operating status. Users can search by business type, location, and other pertinent criteria. A map is also available showing the business locations with their more»
Charles County Announces the Small Business Relief Grant Program
Published Tuesday, June 9, 2020
The Charles County COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program, a $2.5 million plan, is designed to provide grants to local businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The money for the grant program comes from the County’s CARES Act distribution, which Charles County Government recently received. The program will be administered by the more»
Charles County Announces Small Business Relief Grant Program | SOMDNews
Published Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Charles County Announces the Small Business Relief Grant Program | The BayNet
Published Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Charles County Launches COVID-19 Relief Fund for Businesses | The BayNet
Published Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce Announce Business Resiliency Tools Webinar Series | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Economic Development Department and Chamber of Commerce Announce Business Resiliency Tools Webinar Series
Published Monday, April 20, 2020
The Charles County Economic Development Department and Charles County Chamber of Commerce have partnered to present a free webinar series for businesses called, “Tools, Tips, and Tactics: A Webinar Series on Business Resilience During Times of Uncertainty.” Seven webinars will run from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday, from April 22 to June 3, more»
Charles County Launches COVID-19 Relief Fund for Businesses
Published Monday, April 20, 2020
Charles County-based businesses that have suffered economic setbacks due to the current COVID-19 crisis have a new source of financial assistance. Charles County has launched its COVID-19 Business Relief Fund to provide microloans to local businesses to help with expenses during this time. The fund was created through a $200,000 allocation by the Board of more»
Capital Region Economic Development Organizations Join Forces with a Focus on Collaboration, Cooperation, and Inclusion
Published Monday, April 6, 2020
*This release is in partnership with economic development organizations from Anne Arundel, Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s Counties.
For Immediate Release News Release # 2020-049
The Charles County Economic Development Department has joined with economic development organizations from Anne Arundel, Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, more»
Six Maryland counties team up on economic development, matching Northern Virginia | Washington Business Journal
Published Monday, April 6, 2020
Charles Economic Development Dept. Looks To Help Businesses, Workers Survive | SOMD
Published Friday, April 3, 2020
Addressing This Crisis Is the Most Important Work We Will Do | SOMD
Published Friday, March 20, 2020
Charles County Economic Development Publishes Businesses’ Operating Status Web Page | The Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Thursday, March 19, 2020
Economic Development Publishes Businesses' Operating Status Web Page | The BayNet
Published Thursday, March 19, 2020
Economic Development Publishes Businesses' Operating Status Web Page
Published Wednesday, March 18, 2020
The Economic Development Department has created a webpage to track and publicize the operating status of Charles County businesses during this COVID-19 national crisis. The page, www.meetcharlescounty.com/status-updates-for-local-businesses is active, and businesses are asked to contact the Economic Development Department with their information or updates more»
Charles County Economic Development Department Announces Tools for Business Growth Workshop Series | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Friday, January 31, 2020
Charles County Economic Development Department Announces Tools for Business Growth Workshop Series
Published Friday, January 31, 2020
The Charles County Economic Development Department (EDD) will hold a Tools for Business Growth Workshop Series from February 11 to May 7 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.). Small businesses are crucial to creating a vibrant and successful global community, and this series is designed to provide more»
County Economic Development Team Talks Bryans Road and More | SOMDNews
Published Friday, January 24, 2020
Charles County small businesses are the backbone of our economy | SOMDNews
Published Friday, November 22, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department Holds Annual Fall Meeting
Published Friday, November 8, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department Holds Annual Fall Meeting
Published Thursday, November 7, 2019
The Charles County Economic Development Department held their 2019 Fall Meeting on Nov. 5, 2019 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. The meeting theme was “The Future in Focus.”
“The 2019 Fall Meeting was a resounding success,” said Economic Development Director Darréll Brown. “We had great attendance, and more»
Freeman-Buster to Serve as Ambassador for Maryland Business Retention and Expansion International
Published Monday, October 28, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that Chief of Business Development Lucretia Freeman-Buster has been selected to serve as Business Retention and Expansion International (BREI) Ambassador for the State of Maryland by the Board of Directors of BREI. As an ambassador, she will have a vested interest in business retention more»
Freeman-Buster to Serve as Ambassador for Maryland Business Retention and Expansion International | The BayNet
Published Monday, October 28, 2019
Charles County Retains AAA Bond Rating | The Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Saturday, October 26, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department Opens Fall Meeting Registration | The Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Thursday, October 3, 2019
MedStar Southern Maryland Announces $34 Million Project | SOMDnews
Published Thursday, September 26, 2019
School System Partners with Naval Surface Warfare Center | The BayNet
Published Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Announces Fall Meeting
Published Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department will hold its 2019 Fall Meeting on November 5.
more»Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Army Reserve Center | The BayNet
Published Wednesday, September 4, 2019
CSM Breaks Ground On New Center for Health Sciences in Hughesville | SOMD
Published Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Center for Health Sciences Expands Educational Opportunities | The BayNet
Published Sunday, September 1, 2019
Charles County Welcomes Major Medical Facility to Waldorf
Published Thursday, August 29, 2019
*This release was provided in partnership with MedStar Shah Medical Group.
MedStar Medical Group, joined by Charles County Government, announce that they broke ground on Wednesday, Aug. 28, to mark the start of construction for a 51,000-square-foot, three-story medical facility at 10 Saint Patrick’s Drive in Waldorf. A second 20,000-square-foot more»
Officials Laud New U.S. Army Reserve Center in White Plains | SOMD
Published Tuesday, August 27, 2019
New Army Reserve Center Opens in Maryland’s Charles County | DVIDS
Published Thursday, August 22, 2019
Hoyer Participates in Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Army Reserve Center in Charles County | hoyer.house.gov
Published Thursday, August 22, 2019
Big Development Projects Highlighted at Business Development Roundtable | SOMD
Published Friday, August 2, 2019
Demolition Begins to Make Way for New MedStar Shah Medical Group Building in Waldorf | Southern Maryland NewsNet
Published Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Rutherford Touts Opportunity Zones at Indian Head Summit | SOMD
Published Friday, April 26, 2019
Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford (R) told Southern Maryland business leaders and elected officials on Wednesday that the state government is working to ensure that investors have a level playing field for investors who are considering Southern Maryland’s economic booster zones, but the state faces regional competition in attracting business investment.
Special Edition Podcast: Opportunity Zones In Charles County: Part 1
Published Thursday, April 25, 2019
Charles County Retains Ranking as State's 2nd Fastest Growing County | SOMD
Published Tuesday, April 23, 2019
La Plata Farmers Market Set To Open April 6 | Southern Maryland Chronicle
Published Thursday, March 21, 2019
Southern Maryland Reacts to Bills to Legalize Marijuana | The Calvert Recorder
Published Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Charles County Economic Development Department Hosts International Trade Seminar: Exports to Africa Energize Small Businesses
Published Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Waldorf, Md. – The Charles County Economic Development Department (EDD) will encourage businesses to grow globally at its International Trade Seminar on Thursday, March 14. The event, will be held at the Waldorf’s Hilton Garden Inn (10385 O'Donnell Place) from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., will explore export opportunities available in Africa — one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
more»Patuxent Brewing Looking to Open Across the River | The Calvert Recorder
Published Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Development Experts Discuss Strategies for Growing County Workforce | SOMD
Published Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Economic Development Department Annual Fall Meeting Explores the Workforce Gap
Published Thursday, November 1, 2018
The Economic Development Department hosted its annual fall meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 30, to discuss how to grow and maintain a successful workforce in Charles County. Influential community leaders from the public and private sectors participated in panel discussions to share their experiences with educating, training, and sustaining the workforce. The panels more»
County Seeks to Be New Home for Agricultural Research Agencies | SOMD
Published Friday, October 19, 2018
Economic Development Department Submits Expression of Interest for New USDA Headquarters Location
Published Tuesday, October 9, 2018
The Charles County Economic Development Department would like to announce that on Friday, Oct. 5, it submitted an Expression of Interest (EOI) for a proposed new United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) headquarters location for both the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Economic Research Service (ERS).
“Charles County more»
Economic Development Dept. Supports County’s Ag Industry | SOMD
Published Friday, September 28, 2018
Register for the Oct. 30 Economic Development Department’s Annual Fall Meeting
Published Wednesday, September 26, 2018
The Economic Development Department will host its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to noon. This year the event is entitled “Closing the Workforce Gap.”
The Fall Meeting is an opportunity to dig deeper into the workforce challenges that local more»
Economic Development Department Announces Annual Fall Meeting
Published Thursday, September 6, 2018
The Charles County Economic Development Department will host its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to noon. This year’s theme is “Charles County Closing the Workforce Gap.”
Charles County is fortunate to be located in a highly competitive more»
Sen. Van Hollen Visits SMECO, Charles County Emergency Services | The Enquirer-Gazette
Published Friday, August 3, 2018
Economic Development Department Has New Business Outreach Program | SOMD
Published Friday, June 29, 2018
Economic Development Department Implements New Program to Support Existing Businesses
Published Thursday, June 21, 2018
The Charles County Economic Development Department announces it is implementing a new Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) outreach program designed to support the growth of existing local businesses and further job creation in the county.
“Helping our existing businesses is the primary objective of the program,” said Economic Development more»
Indian Head, Waldorf Granted Federal Redevelopment Zone Status | SOMD
Published Friday, June 15, 2018
Recovery Centers of America at Waldorf Upgrades Name to The Maryland Center for Addiction Treatment | Baltimore Citybizlist
Published Friday, June 15, 2018
Brickner Takes Helm at Recovery Centers of America in Waldorf | SOMD
Published Friday, June 15, 2018
Economic Development to Hold Business Roundtable on July 19
Published Thursday, June 14, 2018
The Economic Development Department is hosting a Quarterly Business Roundtable on Thursday, July 19 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Come and learn more about Charles County economic development and what is happening in the county, as well as network with the local business community.
The main more»
Craft Beverage Zoning Proposal Presented to Planning Commission | SOMD
Published Friday, June 8, 2018
CSM, Commissioners Propose Training Center for Bryans Road Safeway | SOMD
Published Friday, June 8, 2018
Economic Development Department Attends Global Retail Real Estate Convention | SOMD
Published Friday, June 1, 2018
The Charles County Economic Development Department participated in the International Council of Shopping Centers RECon, a Global Retail Real Estate Convention, on May 20-23 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event had more than 37,000 attendees and 1,200 exhibitors, including shopping center owners and developers, real estate brokers, property management companies, more»
Three Charles County Census Tracts Recommended for Opportunity Zone Designation by Governor
Published Monday, April 23, 2018
On Friday, April 20, the State of Maryland announced the state’s new Opportunity Zones nominations. Among 149 Opportunity Zones in Maryland nominated, three of these included Charles County census tracts, all of which were recommended by the Charles County Economic Development Department. The three census tracts chosen include: the Town of Indian more»
Economic Development to Hold Business Roundtable on April 25
Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018
The Economic Development Department is hosting a Quarterly Business Roundtable on Wednesday, April 25 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Join us at the event and learn more about Charles County’s economic development and what is happening in the county, as well as network with the local business more»
Seminar on Doing Business with Charles County Government on May 10
Published Tuesday, April 3, 2018
The Charles County Department of Economic Development will host a free seminar on how to do business with Charles County Government on Thursday, May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O'Donnell Place Waldorf).
Participants will learn how to:
Become a Charles County Government vendor.
Certify their small locally-owned business more»
Small Local Business Enterprise Program Helps Keep Money in Our Community | SOMD
Published Friday, March 16, 2018
Economic Development Department Supports Businesses, Expands Programs | SOMD
Published Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Waldorf-Based Kingdomware Technologies Receives 2018 Minority Business Leader Award
Published Tuesday, February 13, 2018
The Charles County Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that Waldorf-based business, Kingdomware Technologies, Inc, will receive an award at the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) 11th Annual Minority Business Leader Awards program on Thursday, March 22 at the MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Maryland.
The awards program honors 25 of the more»
Charles County Participates in Economic Development Day in Annapolis
Published Monday, January 29, 2018
Charles County Economic Development Department staff and local business owners attended Economic Development Day at the Maryland General Assembly, an annual event held by the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA), on Wednesday, Jan. 24 in Annapolis, Maryland.
This annual event brings economic development professionals and Maryland businesses more»
Economic Development to Hold Business Roundtable Jan. 31
Published Thursday, January 11, 2018
The Economic Development Department is hosting a Quarterly Business Roundtable on Wednesday, Jan. 31 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Come and learn more about Charles County economic development and what is happening in the county, as well as network with the local business community.
The main more»
College Develops Center for Technology Incubator | National Defense Magazine
Published Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Bellony-Atanga Becomes First African-American Woman in the Country to Receive C2ER Research Designation
Published Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Charles County Economic Development Department announced today that Claudia Bellony-Atanga, economic research specialist, has earned designation as a Certified Community Researcher (CCR) from the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). She is the first African-American woman in the country and only the second person in the state of Maryland to more»
Local Craft Brewers, Distillers Poised to Become Major Economic Engine | SOMD
Published Monday, November 27, 2017
Economic Development Department Fall Meeting Video and Photos Now Online
Published Monday, November 20, 2017
The Economic Development Department hosted its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7 to discuss how new and evolving industries are contributing to the area’s economic potential and vitality. The video of the full event is available online in two parts. Part one is available at https://youtu.be/yYToXGKaua4. Part two is available at more»
Mundy to Receive Minority Business Advocacy Award
Published Monday, November 20, 2017
Charles County Economic Development Department announced today that Lucinia Mundy, business development specialist, will receive the Minority Business Advocacy Award at the Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Fundraiser and Awards Gala on Friday, Dec. 8. The award is presented to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated more»
Economic Development Department Sees the Future at Fall Meeting | SOMD
Published Friday, November 10, 2017
County Financial Health Gets Top Ratings from Bond Agencies | SOMD
Published Wednesday, November 8, 2017
College of Southern Maryland to Open $1Million-Backed Tech Incubator, Research Center | Baltimore Business Journal
Published Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Economic Development Department Hosts PACE Workshop
Published Tuesday, October 24, 2017
The Charles County Economic Development Department will host a workshop, Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Financing Opportunities, on Thursday, Nov. 16 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O'Donnell Place Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The workshop, led by the Maryland Commercial PACE and PACE Financial Servicing programs, is for anyone interested in more»
Charles County, with Eyes Wide Open, Sends Bid for Amazon HQ2 | Baltimore Business Journal
Published Thursday, October 19, 2017
County Submits Proposal for Amazon's New HQ2 Location
Published Thursday, October 19, 2017
The Economic Development Department announced today that Charles County has submitted a proposal in response to the e-commerce based retailer Amazon’s HQ2 Request for Proposal (RFP). Amazon announced their intent to explore potential locations in North America for the company’s second corporate headquarters. On Sept. 7, 2017, Amazon released a more»
Community Collaboration Spurs Innovation in Indian Head: New Velocity Center | SOMD
Published Friday, October 13, 2017
Registration Now Open for Economic Development Department Fall Meeting
Published Monday, October 2, 2017
The Charles County Economic Development Department will host its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to noon. This year the event is titled, “The Evolution of Charles County: A New Spin on Traditional Industries.” Participants must register prior to the more»
Proulx Hired as Agriculture Business Development Manager
Published Wednesday, September 13, 2017
County Administrator Michael D. Mallinoff is pleased to announce the hiring of Martin Proulx as Agriculture Business Development manager. Proulx will begin his employment with Charles County Government on Monday, Sept. 18.
As Agriculture Business Development manager, Proulx will be responsible for developing, implementing, and administering programs and more»
Economic Development Department Announces Annual Fall Meeting
Published Thursday, September 7, 2017
The Economic Development Department will host its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to noon. The event theme this year is, “The Evolution of Charles County: A New Spin on Traditional Industries.”
The Fall Meeting is an opportunity to learn how new and more»
Commissioners Pass Ordinance to Provide Cost Effective, Renewable Energy Building Options
Published Wednesday, August 23, 2017
The Charles County Board of Commissioners recently passed an ordinance enabling property and business owners in the county to take advantage of Maryland’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (MD-PACE) program. MD-PACE is an innovative and affordable way for Charles County’s commercial, industrial, and nonprofit building owners to pay for more»
Lennar Corporation Acquires the St. Charles Planned Unit Development and Works with the County on a New Vision for the Community
Published Tuesday, August 8, 2017
In one of the largest acquisitions in the State of Maryland in recent history, Lennar Corporation, d/b/a Lennar purchased the membership interest in St. Charles Community, LLC, an entity that owns the St. Charles Planned Unit Development (PUD) in Waldorf, Maryland. The acquisition of the 2,400-acre development, which includes residential, commercial, and more»
Economic Development to Hold Business Roundtable July 26
Published Thursday, July 13, 2017
The Economic Development Department is hosting a Quarterly Business Roundtable on Wednesday, July 26 at the Waldorf West Library (10405 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Come to learn more about Charles County economic development and what is happening in the county, as well as network with the local business community.
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STRT1UP Road Show Coming to Charles County on July 18
Published Thursday, June 29, 2017
Local entrepreneurship advocates and Startup Maryland are bringing the Pitch Across Maryland, STRT1UP Road Show to Charles County. The event will be held on Tuesday, July 18, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Legends Club at Regency Stadium (11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf). This year marks the sixth annual statewide STRT1UP Road Show tour. more»
Gov. Hogan, Japanese ambassador join dedication for CPV St. Charles Energy Center
Published Friday, June 16, 2017
Economic Development Department Appoints Freeman-Buster as Chief of Business Development
Published Thursday, June 8, 2017
The Economic Development Department (EDD) announced today the hiring of Lucretia Freeman-Buster as Chief of Business Development. Freeman-Buster will begin her employment with the EDD on Monday, June 12.
As Chief of Business Development, Freeman-Buster will develop, implement, and manage day-to-day coordination of comprehensive business retention, more»
IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair Inspires and Connects Local Entrepreneurs
Published Wednesday, May 17, 2017
The Economic Development Department, in partnership with College of Southern Maryland’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute, hosted the first IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair on Friday, May 12. More than 70 current and potential entrepreneurs had the opportunity to meet and network with 20 exhibiting business resource partners, and learn more»
Economic Development Receives Marketing Award for Map Pen
Published Friday, May 12, 2017
The Economic Development Department (EDD) received the 2017 Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Marketing Award in the small community category for its Map Pen marketing campaign. The honor was presented at MEDA’s annual conference on Monday, May 1. MEDA’s awards celebrate the people, projects, and programs that are transforming more»
Franchot Presents Charles County Bright Lights Award to Motobriiz | SoMD
Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017
IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair to be Held May 12
Published Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Registration now open
The Economic Development Department, in partnership with College of Southern Maryland’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute, is hosting the IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair on Friday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland La Plata Campus (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata) in the Center for more»
Economic Development Department Puts Charles County on the Map with Pen Campaign | SoMD
Published Wednesday, March 29, 2017
$2.5 Million Renovation of Bryans Road Shopping Center
Published Tuesday, March 21, 2017
McLean, VA, March 21, 2017 – S2 Capital Partners, LLC kicked off their renovation of the Bryans Road Shopping Center located in Charles County, Maryland with a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, March 13, 2017. The event honored all those supporting the renovation including the Charles County Economic Development Department and the Permits and more»
Sponsorship Opportunities Available for IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair
Published Thursday, March 16, 2017
Sponsorships deadline is March 24
The Economic Development Department, in partnership with College of Southern Maryland’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute, is hosting the IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair on Friday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland La Plata Campus (8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata) in the more»
MEDA Announces 2017 Award Winners
Published Thursday, February 23, 2017
BALTIMORE, Md. – The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) announces the recipients of the 2017 MEDA Awards, which celebrate the people, projects, and programs that are transforming lives by creating opportunities, inspiring innovation, and enriching communities across the state.
Sponsored by Miles & Stockbridge P.C., the MEDA Awards more»
New Tech Meetup Coming to Indian Head
Published Wednesday, February 22, 2017
The Economic Development Department announced the county’s first Southern Maryland Innovation and Technology (SMIT) meetup to be held on Wednesday, March 1, at the Black Box Theater (4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head) at 6 p.m. Prior to the meetup, there will be a ribbon cutting for the new Technology Transfer, Training, and TechFire™ (T4) more»
NSWC IHEODTD, College of Southern Maryland Sign 5-Year Education Partnership Agreement | South Potomac Pilot
Published Monday, February 6, 2017
The Nammo Group Expands Manufacturing In Indian Head, Maryland | Area Development
Published Monday, January 23, 2017
Nammo to Bring More than 130 New Manufacturing Jobs to Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head | SoMD
Published Thursday, January 19, 2017
Nammo Partners With NSWC Indian Head To Develop Rocket Motors | Defense News
Published Thursday, January 12, 2017
Rapid Transit Proposal for Southern Maryland Available for Comment | SoMD
Published Wednesday, January 11, 2017
County Announces Economic Development Advisory Board Members
Published Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Charles County announced today the members of the newly formed Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB), an entity created by the Board of Commissioners. The advisory board is one of the key recommendations from the county’s recently launched five-year Economic Development Strategic Plan, “A Proactive Approach to Shaping the Economic Future of more»
Multi-Purpose Civic Center: Waldorf's Planned, New Event and Public Meeting Space | SoMD
Published Friday, January 6, 2017
In Indian Head, MD., Navy's Bomb Testers Seek New Ways to Blow Things Up | The Baltimore Sun
Published Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Fall Meeting Highlights Steps Toward Economic Development Goals | SoMD
Published Friday, November 4, 2016
Economic Development Department Talks Redevelopment of Charles County at Fall Meeting | SoMD
Published Friday, November 4, 2016
Economic Development Discusses the County’s Future at Fall Meeting
Published Friday, November 4, 2016
The Department of Economic Development hosted its annual Fall Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf). With over 200 people in attendance, participants gained an inside look behind the curtain of economic development from expert panelists of the public and private sectors. more»
County Earns Highest Bond Ratings from All Three Major Rating Agencies
Published Friday, November 4, 2016
For the first time in its history, Charles County has achieved the distinction of earning a triple-A bond rating – the highest credit rating possible – from the nation’s top bond rating agencies (Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody’s Investor’s Service). In separate announcements, Fitch and S&P affirmed the more»
PHOTO RELEASE: Economic Development Held Annual Fall Meeting
Published Wednesday, November 2, 2016
On Tuesday, Nov.1, the Department of Economic Development held its annual Fall Meeting. The event entitled, “Shaping the Economic Future of Charles County” focused on the recently completed, five-year economic development strategic plan and provided an inside look of the county’s economic development.
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National Guard Opening New Training Center in La Plata | Washington Times
Published Saturday, October 15, 2016
Economic Development to Hold Annual Fall Meeting Nov. 1
Published Wednesday, October 5, 2016
“Shaping the Economic Future of Charles County”
The Charles County Department of Economic Development will host its annual Fall meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center (3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf) from 8 a.m. to noon. The event theme this year is, “Shaping the Economic Future of Charles County.” more»
Charles County Economic Development to Hold Annual Fall Meeting Nov 1 | Southern Maryland News Net
Published Saturday, October 1, 2016
County Announces New Economic Development Advisory Board
Published Monday, September 12, 2016
Applications now accepted for board members
Charles County announced today the formation of a new Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB), an entity created by the County Commissioners and one of the Economic Development Strategic Plan’s key recommendations. Applications are now available for eligible Charles County candidates to serve on the more»
STRT1UP Road Show Coming to Indian Head Sept. 16
Published Friday, September 2, 2016
Local entrepreneurship advocates and Startup Maryland are bringing the STRT1UP Road Show to Charles County. The event will take place on Friday, Sept. 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Indian Head Village Green (100 Walter Thomas Road, Indian Head). This year marks the fifth annual state-wide STRT1UP Road Show tour. more»
Chutes Manufacturer Opens New Facility, Adding 15 County Jobs
Published Friday, August 26, 2016
On Thursday, Aug. 25, CHUTES International, a leading chutes manufacturer and distributor, opened its newly expanded Charles County facility. Located at 33 Industrial Park Drive in Waldorf, the new facility allows additional space for a second manufacturing line and minimizes products being outsourced. Through a partnership with the Department of Economic more»
Shasho to Be Named to Gov. Hogan's Economic Development Corporation | Calvert Recorder
Published Sunday, August 14, 2016
Brown Joins Advisory Board for Maryland’s Small Business Development Center
Published Monday, July 11, 2016
County Administrator, Michael D. Mallinoff, Esq., ICMA-CM is pleased to announce that the Director of the Department of Economic Development, Darrell Brown, Esq. will serve on Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Advisory Board. SBDCs are a part of the federal government’s Small Business Administration, which works with colleges, more»
Economic Development Advisory Board On the Way in Charles County | SOMD
Published Friday, June 17, 2016
Economic Development Strategic Plan: A proactive approach to shaping our future | SoMD
Published Friday, June 10, 2016
Garner Economics Makes Recommendations to Change Economic Future of Charles County | SOMD
Published Friday, May 27, 2016
Business Community Reacts to Charles County Economic Development Strategy | SOMD
Published Friday, May 27, 2016
Economic Development Strategic Plan Now Available Online
Published Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Today the Department of Economic Development released its Economic Development Strategic Plan, a five-year action plan to increase the county’s long-term economic prosperity. The Strategic Plan is available for online viewing at www.MeetCharlesCounty.com. The county developed the plan in partnership with Development Counsellors International (DCI), more»
La Plata Brings in ULI Washington to Discuss Redevelopment Plans | SOMD
Published Friday, May 20, 2016
Seminar on Doing Business with Charles County Government and the State of Maryland Scheduled April 28
Published Thursday, March 31, 2016
Affairs
Michael Mallinoff, county administrator, Charles County Government
Darrell Brown, director, Charles County Department of Economic Development
Participants will learn how to:
Register and certify their small business or minority-owned business with Charles County Government and the State of Maryland.
Access county and state business resources and more»
Yewell Named Waldorf Urban Redevelopment Corridor Manager
Published Tuesday, March 8, 2016
County Administrator Michael D. Mallinoff is pleased to announce the hiring of Taylor Yewell as the Waldorf Urban Redevelopment Corridor (WURC) manager. Yewell will begin his employment with Charles County Government on Monday, March 7.
As the WURC manager, Yewell will manage the county’s redevelopment efforts in the Waldorf urban corridor, and work more»
Small Local and Minority Business Enterprise Programs Merge with Department of Economic Development
Published Tuesday, January 19, 2016
The Charles County Commissioners wish to announce the relocation of the Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) programs. Previously administered by the Purchasing Office, the SLBE and MBE programs will now be managed by the Department of Economic Development, located at 10665 Stanhaven Place, Suite 206, White Plains.
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Small Local and Minority Business Enterprise Programs Merge with Department of Economic Development | Maryland Daily Examiner
Published Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Charles County, Stadium Authority Release Waldorf Civic Center Feasibility Study
Published Monday, December 21, 2015
The Charles County Commissioners and the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) are pleased to announce the study, “Market and Economic Analysis for a Proposed New Multi-Purpose Civic Center in Waldorf,” is complete and available for public viewing. Crossroads Consulting Services, LLC, and Convergence Design conducted the study, which analyzed the more»
Chutes Manufacturer Expands in Charles County | Commercial Construction & Renovation
Published Sunday, November 22, 2015
U.S. Army Selects Charles County as New Army Reserve Center Location
Published Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Charles County Government is pleased to announce the U.S. Army will build a new Army Reserve Center in White Plains, MD. The 90,000-square-foot facility will be built on 15 acres of land the federal government purchased for approximately $1.2 million. The seller was represented by Shasho Consulting, P.A. of White Plains, and the Army has awarded the more»
Participation Requested for Economic Development Business Survey
Published Monday, October 19, 2015
During the next two weeks, Charles County residents and businesses are encouraged to participate in a brief, 10-minute online survey for an economic development analysis to be used by the Charles County Department of Economic Development. The analysis is part of a strategic planning process to result in a new, five-year economic development strategic plan more»
County to develop economic development strategic plan | The Bay Net
Published Thursday, October 15, 2015
County to Develop Economic Development Strategic Plan
Published Thursday, October 15, 2015
On Thursday, Oct. 15, the Department of Economic Development announced it will develop a five-year Charles County Economic Development Strategic Plan, in partnership with Development Counsellors International (DCI) and Garner Economics LLC. The purpose of the plan is to provide the county with an action plan to improve business competitiveness, leverage the more»
PSEG Completes Construction of Waldorf Solar Energy Center | Sys-Con Media
Published Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Charles County Department of Economic Development Receives International Excellence Award | Conduit Street
Published Thursday, October 8, 2015
Charles County Department of Economic Development Receives International Excellence Award
Published Wednesday, October 7, 2015
The Charles County Department of Economic Development is the recipient of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award for its recently redesigned website, MeetCharlesCounty.com and branding.
The honor was presented at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 6, during the 2015 IEDC Annual Conference, more»
St. Charles, MD Highlighted in Washington Post Story on School Quality and Neighborhoods | Washington Post
Published Thursday, September 3, 2015
Leading Chutes Manufacturer Expands in Charles County
Published Tuesday, August 25, 2015
CHUTES International, a leading chutes manufacturer and distributor, is expanding its Charles County operations. A Charles County employer since 1989, the firm outgrew its 12,000-square-foot White Plains-based plant. In fall 2015, CHUTES will move to a new, 45,000-square-foot facility located at 33 Industrial Park Drive, Waldorf. The additional space will more»
CHUTES International Expands Manufacturing Complex in Waldorf, Maryland | Area Development
Published Tuesday, August 25, 2015
NSWC Indian Head EOD Technology Division Finalizes First CITE Partnership | NAVSEA News
Published Thursday, July 30, 2015
County Named one of the Nation’s Most Digitally Advanced Counties
Published Tuesday, July 14, 2015
The County Commissioners are pleased to announce that the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo) have selected Charles County as one of the nation’s most digitally advanced county in the 150,000 – 249,999 population category. This is the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services’ more»
Brown Appointed as Economic Development Director
Published Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Charles County Administrator Michael Mallinoff is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Darrell A. Brown as the director of Economic Development. Brown will begin his employment with Charles County Government on Monday, July 27.
Brown brings to the county strong economic development and government experience at many levels, and demonstrated exemplary more»
Waldorf, MD Named as One of Top 10 Best Small Cities to Live for Military Veterans | Military Times
Published Thursday, June 18, 2015
Charles County, A Key Destination For Biotech And Life Science Companies | Business Xpansion
Published Sunday, April 5, 2015
Charles County, MD Launches New Economic Development Website
Published Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Charles County announced today the launch of a redesigned economic development website, MeetCharlesCounty.com.
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Strategic Benefits Abound in Charles County | Expansion Solutions
Published Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Charles County-based IT security system company ranked #21 in Black Enterprise's' 2014 100 “Nation's Largest Black Businesses" | Black Enterprise
Published Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Rating Agencies Affirm County’s High Bond Ratings
Published Friday, September 12, 2014
The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Services affirmed high ratings for the county's general obligation bonds. Moody's Investors Service assigned an "Aa1" rating, and Fitch Ratings assigned Charles County's general obligation bonds an "AAA" rating, the highest rating issued by the agency.
more»Managing Partner from Charles County-based company SmartSite selected as Innovator of the Year | Daily Record
Published Thursday, August 21, 2014
Charles County inventor of Compact Composter to sell indoor composing system to Whole Foods | City Biz List
Published Monday, August 18, 2014
CPV Secures Financing to Move Forward With County Energy Project
Published Friday, August 8, 2014
The Charles County Commissioners announced that Maryland-based Competitive Power Ventures (CPV) and partners Marubeni Power and Toyota Tsusho announced today they have closed financing with GE unit (NYSE:GE) GE Energy Financial Services and 14 other lenders for the $775 million CPV St. Charles Energy Center under construction in Waldorf, Md.
more»Competitive Power Ventures & Partners Close Financing of Charles County Energy Center | MarketWatch
Published Friday, August 8, 2014
Charles County takes 1st place in 2014 12th annual Digital Counties Survey | Government Technology
Published Thursday, July 10, 2014
Charles County's thriving business climate featured in Business Expansion Journal | BXJ
Published Monday, June 30, 2014
State Provides Charles County with $250,000 to Create New Targeted Industries Loan Fun
Published Monday, June 9, 2014
The Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED) announced today that the state has approved a $250,000 grant to the Board of Charles County Commissioners.
more»The College of Southern Maryland Trustees approve plan for new regional campus design in an effort to create a sense of community | SoMd
Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Charles County recognized as top location choice for building businesses | Md Biz News
Published Monday, April 21, 2014
Charles County-based food delivery franchise GoWaiter.com to receive $100k state loan for expansion | Md Biz News
Published Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland and Maryland Broadband Cooperative Announce Broadband Utilization Assessment
Published Monday, April 14, 2014
The Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland and the Maryland Broadband Cooperative invite all Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s County businesses to participate in a broadband business assessment.
more»Charles County retains ranking in “Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates" top 25 richest counties | City Biz List
Published Sunday, April 13, 2014
Charles County gains job opportunities through migration of two affiliated Manufacturing firms | Bay Net
Published Friday, November 22, 2013
Nice Bridge connecting Charles County and King George County to receive $56 million pledge for replacement design from Maryland State | The Baltimore Sun
Published Thursday, November 21, 2013
Manufacturing Firms Bring Job Opportunities to County
Published Wednesday, November 20, 2013
The Charles County Commissioners are pleased to announce the move of two affiliated manufacturing firms to Charles County, resulting in nearly 50 new county jobs. MPM Communications, LCC, commonly known as ABR Services, is a 40-employee company that is relocating from Woodbridge, Va. starting in December 2013. Jim Buckley Offsetting & Services, Inc., known as JBO Printing, relocated nine jobs from Forestville, Md. to Waldorf in June 2013.
more»Charles County neighborhood Kingsview attracts commuters from the D.C area | The Washington Post
Published Thursday, March 21, 2013
Solar farm in Charles County gives SMECO new energy | Washington Post
Published Thursday, January 10, 2013
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Charles County Farmers Markets Kick Off 2021 Season
Published: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Although some operations and layouts may look a little different, the 2021 Farmers Market season is underway in Charles County!
Please know that our local farmers markets are still taking ...
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Scott Decker
Director of Operations
Cardinal Scientific
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Chief Executive Officer
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President
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Executive Director of Provider Engagement and Community Relations
Righttime Medical Care
“Charles County is a great place for businesses to start, grow, and thrive! We've worked with over 100 businesses since we opened our doors in Charles County, and I've witnessed the majority of these businesses achieve all three.”
Darlene M. Breck
Owner
Southern Maryland Business Center
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