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Business News From The City of Frederick, Maryland September 2016
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Hello
Maryland Economic Development Week kicks off in a few days. The weeklong celebration, September 19-23, recognizes contributions by economic development to the business climate, job retention and growth, tax base, and overall quality of life in Maryland. Approximately 3,500 businesses which together employ approximately 49,000 people, are located in The City of Frederick, and that number is growing every day. According to a
2016 analysis conducted by SmartAsset, a New York-based financial technology company, Frederick County had the second-fastest business growth among nine Maryland counties and Baltimore City.
Not only do these businesses provide family-supporting jobs for residents, they are an important component of this community. Businesses contribute to non-profits, sponsor community concerts, and enhance opportunities for students. According to a
recent report published by Frederick County Public Schools, 1,200+ businesses and organizations collaborate with FCPS annually. The report states that "The school system’s strength and success are directly linked to the generous contributions of talent and resources from community and business partners.”
Whether you own or work for a Frederick business, please join us in celebrating Economic Development Week with an official City Proclamation on Wednesday, September 21 at 3 p.m. in the boardroom at City Hall.
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Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director, Economic Development
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Connect with Targeted Business Leaders at SMART PROC 2016
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Join key business leaders, including industry, government, and academic representatives to build business development in the government market.
Opportunities are available to exhibit and sponsor as well as attend. See those already committed to helping you connect with the appropriate leaders for business.
November 18, 2016
8:00am - 3:30pm
FSK Holiday Inn & Conference Center
5400 Holiday Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
Visit the website to learn more and register.
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Sign Up To Participate In Business Appreciation Week
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Local businesses are invited to participate in Frederick County's 16th Annual Business Appreciation Week from October 24-28. If your business participates, a small group of community leaders will visit your business and learn more about what you do, thank you for doing business in Frederick, and share resources. This program can help your business gain marketing exposure and new business connections.
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Maximize Your Return on Relationships at the Chamber Expo
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Get ready for the largest business trade show in Frederick County! Register for your booth or table today to receive priority placement in the exhibit hall. Don't miss this opportunity to promote your business, services, and products. Looking to be the "Cat's Pajamas" or "Bee's Knees" or "Real McCoy"? Then there's a sponsorship for you!
Chamber Business Expo
October 26, 2016
9:00am - 4:00pm
1845 Brookfield Court
Frederick, Maryland 21701
Learn more about how to exhibit and attend this event on the
Chamber website.
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Inspiring Office: Blue Pillar Grows Into its Downtown Office Space
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Throughout the year, the Inspiring Offices feature showcases unique, beautiful, and collaborative office spaces in Frederick. This month, IT company Blue Pillar is featured for its inspiring office space in heart of Downtown Frederick. With stunning views of the Square Corner, high ceilings, wood floors, and custom elements, the space is full of character with some of the best views in town.
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3 Tools for Businesses at the Library
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Did you know businesses have free access to specialized databases and resources from the Frederick County Public Library (FCPL) Business Library? Whether a start-up business working on your first business plan or an established business researching new business opportunities, the data and tools available from the library will assist with your research.
Read on to learn about three tools for small businesses.
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Frederick County Public Schools recently released its Educational Partnerships report for the 2015-2016 school year. The report recognizes the more than 1,200 businesses and organizations that partner with the school system annually. Many of the City's largest employers provided funding and staff resources to support public education in Frederick County. A compilation of Frederick Facts is available on the DED blog.
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State of Maryland Updates Government Contracting Guide
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Maryland’s Government Contracting Guide has recently been updated. This comprehensive resource includes insight into the contracting process as well as step-by-step instructions that will help companies submit bids that win contracts.
The guide includes information on how to:
- Define and present their capabilities
- Find the right contact at a federal installation, laboratory, or agency in Maryland
- Determine a fit with an agency’s needs
- Decide what NOT to bid on
- Prepare a proposal
- Do business with the State of Maryland
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided $16,893 to
Advanced Biofuels USA, a Maryland based 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization, for a feasibility study of producing bio-jet fuel from energy beets grown on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The study will look at the technical and economic aspects of a project being developed by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), Purdue University, and Maryland small businesses.
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Strategic Capital Partners, LLC (SCP) is pleased to announce its third anniversary of contributing to the Frederick area economy by providing capitalization support to early-stage entrepreneurial companies. Of the 100 companies that have approached SCP for help in obtaining capital for growth, SCP has placed 25 of them before Mid-Atlantic Angels investors, attracting more than $1.2 million investment capital for five of those companies.
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Cowork Frederick recently celebrated their four year anniversary with a party that was open to the public. A portion of the proceeds of the event benefited the Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership (SHIP). Guests were able to meet the members of Cowork and learn about each of the businesses.
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Available Commercial Space
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Retail Space 1305 W. 7th Street - 3,200 SF in established shopping center; close to Fort Detrick, US15/I270/I70. Anchor tenants include Giant Eagle, Staples and Ashley Furniture. 180 surface parking spaces. For more information, contact Robert Schwenger with JB Rosenfeld Retail Properties at 301-785-5037.
See more great available commercial spaces In The City of Frederick on the
DED website.
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City of Frederick | Economic Development | 301-600-6360 | www.businessinfrederick.com
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