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Business News From The City of Frederick, Maryland June 2016
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Hello
Regional business and tech leaders are committed to propel the Washington, D.C. Metro Region to become a
top three ranked U.S. biotech hub by 2023. In support of this effort, City economic development staff recently attended state and international biotech trade shows as exhibitors to talk to tech companies and promote the unique assets Frederick offers, and why bioscience thrives here and across the region. These events reveal the strong tech reputation that Maryland and Frederick have around the world.
Home to more than 80 bioscience companies and the northern anchor of the I-270 Technology Corridor, Frederick is already a part of the D.C. Metro Region's biotech cluster. It has strong biotechnology transfer opportunities from the federal labs at Fort Detrick, the National Interagency Biodefense Campus and the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. Additionally, our highly skilled and educated workforce help support this industry. Frederick is a proud member and participant in the MD Tech Council and Bio Health Innovation
Bio has a long history in Frederick and is an important component of who we are as a city. Not only does this industry provide family-supporting jobs to many residents, but we are proud that breakthrough scientific research and manufacturing conducted in Frederick helps save lives around the world.
Best,
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Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director, Economic Development
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BIO International Convention Recap
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The City of Frederick and Frederick County Economic Development staff helped promote the Frederick area to businesses and attendees of the recent 2016 BIO convention.
With over
80 Bioscience companies already calling Frederick home, there are great reasons why this industry continues to grow; learn about those reasons on
our blog!
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Tech Showcase Features Networking and Emerging Technologies
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On June 14, 2016, the Fort Detrick Alliance hosted its annual Tech Showcase at the Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI) in Frederick, Maryland.
“This annual event is an excellent opportunity to learn about new technologies and is an opportunity to connect with industry professionals,” said Richard Griffin, Director of The City of Frederick's Department of Economic Development.
The Tech Showcase event offered networking, tours of FITCI, and speakers.
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Frederick Celebrates Completion of Carroll Creek Park Phase II
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After nearly 18 months of construction and improvements, the final phase of Carroll Creek Park officially opened on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 4:00 p.m.
Improvements to the park include ADA accessible ramps, two new water features, a pedestrian bridge, lighting, benches, bike racks, trash receptacles and landscaping.
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Inspiring Offices - Rustic Attic Office Home to Two Businesses
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Enjoy a
behind-the-scenes peek inside two inspiring offices in Frederick - Warner Commercial and Gallagher Design. These offices share an eclectic and rustic attic space in the heart of Downtown Frederick. On the corner of West Church and North Court Streets, the offices have high ceilings, wooden beams, and natural light.
Learn what these companies love about their space and
see more photos of this unique space.
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Frederick's millennials account for 24% of the City's resident population. Over 40% of millennials in Frederick hold at least a bachelor’s degree and over 65% hold professional jobs. A compilation of Frederick Facts is available on the
DED blog.
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Frederick Chamber Honors Entrepreneur Award Recipients
The 2016 Entrepreneur Council Awards were presented recently, recognizing a fantastic group of businesses and employees. Congratulations to all of the nominees and category award winners.
Small Business - Emerging - Rehab2Perform
Small Business - Established - Dublin Roaster
Large Established - George Street
Very Large Established - WLR Automotive
Youth Award - Defmvmt
Judges' Choice Award - Trail House
Master Entrepreneur Award - Service Glass
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Available Commercial Space
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AUCTION! Turn-key Gas Station & Convenience Store. Online bidding ends June 23rd at 1:00 p.m.! A-1 Choice is a Lottery Super Agent with live game racetrack and Keno. The store has a beer license and a carries full line of products. The gas operation has two 10,000 gallon tanks and 4 stations. The pumps were new in 2015. The property is being sold with the real estate and business together.
A Property Information Package and flyer are available.
See more great available commercial spaces on the
DED website.
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City of Frederick | Economic Development | 301-600-6360 | www.businessinfrederick.com
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