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

On the Inside Your County Government Podcast we discuss Opportunity Zones and how they will impact our local economy.

Charles County Retains Ranking as State's 2nd Fastest Growing County | SOMD

Published Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Hughesville Tobacco Barn in Ag Center Bid | SOMD

Published Friday, March 29, 2019

Charles County Can Help With Starting a Business Venture | SOMD

Published Friday, March 29, 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

Business Resources Available for Women, Minorities | SOMD

Published Friday, February 1, 2019

First-ever EDD podcast - Meet Charles County

Published Wednesday, January 30, 2019

We're excited about our first-ever EDD podcast, Meet Charles County, which is a part of Charles County Government's regular series. Listen here and let us know what you think!

Collins to Advocate for Light Rail on MACo Board | SOMD

Published Friday, January 11, 2019

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

Business, Food is Smokin’ at Smoker’s Delight BBQ | SOMD

Published Friday, November 2, 2018

County Seeks to Be New Home for Agricultural Research Agencies | SOMD

Published Friday, October 19, 2018

County General Fund to End Year with $15 Million Surplus | SOMD

Published Friday, October 5, 2018

Economic Development Dept. Supports County’s Ag Industry | SOMD

Published Friday, September 28, 2018

Sen. Van Hollen Visits SMECO, Charles County Emergency Services | The Enquirer-Gazette

Published Friday, August 3, 2018

Progress on Waldorf Redevelopment Discussed at Roundtable | SOMD

Published Friday, July 27, 2018

Nammo Plan Receives Planning Commission Approval | SOMD

Published Friday, July 20, 2018

County Redevelopment Plans Align with State Report | SOMD

Published Friday, July 6, 2018

Indian Head Hosts Innovation and Technology Summit | SOMD

Published Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Economic Development Department Has New Business Outreach Program | SOMD

Published Friday, June 29, 2018

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

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

State Begins Replacement of Two Bridges in Charles County | SOMD

Published Monday, May 14, 2018

We are Here to Help Bryans Road Shoppers, Potential Investors

Published Friday, April 27, 2018

Minority Business Leader Awards: Timothy Barton (Video) | WBJ

Published Friday, March 23, 2018

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

Chamber Members Known for Good Business Practices | SOMD

Published Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Charles Regional Working for a Healthier Community | SOMD

Published Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Saving Money and Energy at Your PACE | SOMD

Published Friday, January 5, 2018

It's Not Just About Corn and Tomatoes Anymore | SOMD

Published Wednesday, January 3, 2018

College Develops Center for Technology Incubator | National Defense Magazine

Published Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Mundy to Receive Minority Business Advocacy Award | SOMD

Published Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Local Craft Brewers, Distillers Poised to Become Major Economic Engine | SOMD

Published Monday, November 27, 2017

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

Long Shots See Value in Pitching Amazon | NACo

Published Monday, October 30, 2017

Charles County Bids for Amazon Headquarters | SOMD

Published Friday, October 20, 2017

Charles County, with Eyes Wide Open, Sends Bid for Amazon HQ2 | Baltimore Business Journal

Published Thursday, October 19, 2017

Community Collaboration Spurs Innovation in Indian Head: New Velocity Center | SOMD

Published Friday, October 13, 2017

Plans for meat processing facility move forward | SOMD

Published Friday, October 6, 2017

Bryans Road Shopping Center Celebrates Grand Reopening | SOMD

Published Friday, September 15, 2017

County Retail, Hotel Outlooks Appear Bright | SoMD

Published Friday, July 28, 2017

Gov. Hogan, Japanese ambassador join dedication for CPV St. Charles Energy Center

Published Friday, June 16, 2017

Charles County Seeks to IGNITE Small Business | TheBayNet.com

Published Saturday, May 13, 2017

Franchot Presents Charles County Bright Lights Award to Motobriiz | SoMD

Published Wednesday, April 19, 2017

New Velocity Center Coming to Indian Head SOMD | SoMD

Published Friday, April 14, 2017

IGNITE Charles County a Spark to Grow Business Community | SoMD

Published Friday, April 7, 2017

IGNITE Charles County Business Resource Fair | SoMD

Published Friday, March 31, 2017

Economic Development Department Puts Charles County on the Map with Pen Campaign | SoMD

Published Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Bryans Road Shopping Center Getting Facelift | SoMD

Published Thursday, March 16, 2017

NSWC Opens New Business Incubator Facility in Indian Head | SoMD

Published Friday, March 10, 2017

Small Businesses Recognized for Black History Month | SoMD

Published Friday, March 10, 2017

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

Multi-Purpose Civic Center: Waldorf's Planned, New Event and Public Meeting Space | SoMD

Published Friday, January 6, 2017

Michelle's Cakes Expands, Grows in Indian Head | SoMD

Published Friday, December 9, 2016

New Life for an Old Spot | SoMD

Published Friday, December 2, 2016

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

National Guard Opening New Training Center in La Plata | Washington Times

Published Saturday, October 15, 2016

Charles County Economic Development to Hold Annual Fall Meeting Nov 1 | Southern Maryland News Net

Published Saturday, October 1, 2016

White Plains Manufacturer Finds New, Larger Waldorf Home | SoMD

Published Friday, August 26, 2016

Shasho to Be Named to Gov. Hogan's Economic Development Corporation | Calvert Recorder

Published Sunday, August 14, 2016

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

La Plata Brings in ULI Washington to Discuss Redevelopment Plans | SOMD

Published Friday, May 20, 2016

Small Local and Minority Business Enterprise Programs Merge with Department of Economic Development | Maryland Daily Examiner

Published Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Chutes Manufacturer Expands in Charles County | Commercial Construction & Renovation

Published Sunday, November 22, 2015

Getting On the Same Page | SOMD

Published Friday, November 6, 2015

County to develop economic development strategic plan | The Bay Net

Published Thursday, October 15, 2015

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

St. Charles, MD Highlighted in Washington Post Story on School Quality and Neighborhoods | Washington Post

Published Thursday, September 3, 2015

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

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

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

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

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

Charles County commuter access to neighboring Prince George County progresses with MTA Rapid Transit Study kick off | SM News Net

Published Tuesday, June 3, 2014

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

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

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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Scott Decker
Director of Operations

Cardinal Scientific

“We are proud to be a key part of Charles County’s future and we heartily encourage other, cutting-edge companies to join us.”

Doug Egan
Chief Executive Officer
Competitive Power Ventures

“Charles County is where we started our company and where we grew and expanded. We now operate our managed print and managed IT solutions in five states and provide custom apps all around the globe. Our headquarters is still in Charles County, an excellent place to conduct business and recruit highly skilled individuals for our ever growing team!"

Joshua Justice
President

Just Tech

“We are proud to be a key part of Charles County’s future and we heartily encourage other, cutting-edge companies to join us.”

Katharine Tate
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

“Charles County is a great place to do business because of the passion of the business community and the residents who strive to make it the best that it can be."

Andrew W. Welburn

President

The Welburn Organization