Top Economic Development News
It is officially Fall in Frederick County. The weather is cooling down but here at FCOED it is heating up as we continue with business visits, industry conferences and planning for a very full Fall schedule of events. 
 
Our office was extremely busy at this year’s Great Frederick Fair. Congratulations to Glade Haven Farm for the Farm Family of the Year, Shuff’s Meat Market for Ag Business of the Year, Dr. Ray Edigar for Ag Advocate of the Year and Ben and Kate Sowers for Young Farmer of the Year. With the continued expansion of our life sciences cluster, staff attended the BioHealth Innovation Conference in September and on October 3-4 our office will participate in the Maryland Life Sciences Bio Innovation Conference. To schedule a meeting with our staff at the conference or to learn more about our life sciences sector click here. 
 
September is National Workforce Month! We know that workforce is vital for business growth and appreciate all the efforts that the Frederick County Workforce Services team do to assist businesses with their workforce needs. 

The EmPOWER mentoring eight-week program kicked off on Sept 15th with a new cohort comprised of growth-stage small businesses. Thank you to our expert mentors for providing information to our mentees to take their business to the next level.
 
In October, we will recognize Economic Development Week with a full week of business visits during our 22nd Annual Business Appreciation Week. We are looking forward to visiting over 120 businesses with our partners! October is also National Manufacturing Month and you can stay up to date on our local manufacturers and view current job openings at our website MadeinFrederickMD.com.
 
Finally, with so much to look forward to, it is also important to be prepared. September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, and we encourage you to think about your company's disaster plan and ensure your business is well prepared for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency. Click here to find free business readiness toolkits. 
National Workforce Development Month
We highlight our partners at Frederick County Workforce Services. This awesome team supports jobseekers and businesses looking to hire in Frederick County.
September 15 to October 15
Learn more about the history of Hispanic Heritage Month and how you can support Hispanic-owned businesses in our community.
Work Hard, Play Hard
One of the best ways to recruit top young talent to an area is to offer a variety of activities for them to take on in their downtime. Frederick is well positioned with numerous entertainment options designed to stimulate the mind, body or both.
Quantum Frederick Continues Momentum
Quantum Loophole Signs Multiple Data Center Operator Commitments on Maryland Campus with the QLoop Network Slated for Completion in Late 2023
NAIOP Features Frederick County
Boom towns: Logistics and life sciences spark growth in Western Maryland
Partner Spotlight: TEDCO
In our latest Partner Spotlight blog, we are focusing on Maryland Technology Development Corporation - TEDCO.

Agriculture Awards Ceremony

2022 Farm Family of the Year
Glade Haven Farms - The Roderick Family
Glade Haven Farms is a diversified dairy, crop and custom harvesting operation located in Walkersville. The farm is owned and operated by father/son duo David and Josh Roderick along with their families and employees.

Ag Business of The Year: Shuff’s Meat Market
Shuff’s Meat Market in Thurmont, currently owned by Robin Shuff, began in the early 1950’s by her father, Harry William Shuff Sr. 

Ag Advocate of the Year: Dr. Ray Edigar
Dr. Edigar has been an active member and has held numerous leadership positions within the Frederick County Farm Bureau and Frederick Soil Conservation District. 

Young Farmer of the Year: Ben and Kate Sowers
Our Young Farmers of the year are the second-generation, owners of South Mountain Creamery Ben and Kate Sowers.
Ribbon Cuttings & Anniversaries
Agave 137 Tequila Bar & Kitchen
Move Buy Marsh of Marsh Realty
Goodwill Monocacy Valley Retail
Kesar by Shivaani
Traveling Bros Cigars
The MET Anniversary