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Frederick County’s Best Commercial Real Estate Deals Honored

Frederick County’s Best Commercial Real Estate Deals Honored

Frederick County’s commercial real estate industry was honored at the inaugural Frederick Real Estate Dealmakers (FRED) Awards.

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Latest NACo Data for Frederick County Shows Strong Economic Growth

Latest NACo Data for Frederick County Shows Strong Economic Growth

According to the latest County Profile, Frederick County’s unemployment has dropped and jobs have grown by 1.9% over last year.

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Startup Seminars for Winery, Brewery and Distillery Offered

Startup Seminars for Winery, Brewery and Distillery Offered

The Frederick County Office of Economic Development has partnered for the first time with Grow & Fortify to offer startup seminars to Frederick County for the winery, brewery and distillery industries.

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Frederick County Office of Economic Development Welcomes Heather Gramm as Assistant Director

Frederick County Office of Economic Development Welcomes Heather Gramm as Assistant Director

The Frederick County Office of Economic Development announces that Heather Gramm has joined the office as Assistant Director. Ms. Gramm, a Certified Economic Developer, brings 15 years of economic development experience to the organization, most recently as the Director of Regional Growth and Retention for the Maryland Department of Commerce.

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Business & Technology Cultivation Center Unveiled

Business & Technology Cultivation Center Unveiled

County Executive Jan Gardner announced plans today to bring partners from the public and private sectors under one roof for the new Business & Technology Cultivation Center at 118 N. Market Street in the heart of downtown Frederick.

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#ShopSmallFredCo - November 26

#ShopSmallFredCo - November 26

In conjunction with Small Business Saturday on November 26th, the Frederick County Office of Economic Development encourages supporting small businesses in Frederick County on this day and all year long.

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National Veterans Small Business Week

National Veterans Small Business Week

National Veterans Small Business Week is October 31- November 4, and the U.S. Small Business Administration is encouraging community members to highlight local veteran-owned businesses in their community, and show gratitude and support to veterans and their families. Explore veteran-owned businesses and resources in Frederick County to show your support!

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Business Feedback Positive About Business Climate and Expansion Opportunities in Frederick County

Business Feedback Positive About Business Climate and Expansion Opportunities in Frederick County

The Frederick County Office of Economic Development (OED) held their annual Business Appreciation Week from October 24-28, 2016 with 96 businesses visited. 99% of the businesses surveyed said they like doing business in Frederick County and 54%, a record number this year, said they have plans to expand within the next three years.

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Made in Maryland Marketplace to Connect Artisans, Retailers and Farmers with Opportunities in Brunswick

Made in Maryland Marketplace to Connect Artisans, Retailers and Farmers with Opportunities in Brunswick

The Frederick County Office of Economic Development, in partnership with Brunswick Main Street, is proud to present the first PopUp! Brunswick Made in Maryland Marketplace – an artisan market connecting local farmers, producers and artists with visitors during the 33rd Annual Railroad Days on October 1 & 2, 2016. Vendor applications are now open.

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Frederick County Agriculture Legislative Tour Connects Lawmakers to Farmers

Frederick County Agriculture Legislative Tour Connects Lawmakers to Farmers

Maryland's Secretary of Agriculture Joe Bartenfelder joined local and state elected officials yesterday along with the Frederick County Office of Economic Development, Frederick County Farm Bureau and Catoctin & Frederick Soil Conservation District for the Frederick County Agriculture Legislative Tour.

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