EmPOWER Initiative
Frederick County is a diverse and growing community, attracting people of all backgrounds and skills. The Frederick County Office of Economic Development (FCOED) is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the vibrancy it brings to Frederick County.
About
The EmPOWER Initiative's mission is to create an environment of economic inclusion in Frederick County that supports all business owners, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or religion. The EmPOWER program has been developed to include resources, educational opportunities, and networking events that support, teach and connect diverse local business owners.
EmPOWER seeks to serve diverse business owners. We include business community members who are:
- American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian American, Black or African American, Biracial, Hispanic, Latino, Middle Eastern, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, People of Color;
- People with Disabilities;
- LGBTQ;
- Veterans;
- Women
- Allies
This list is non-exhaustive and may include other factors impacting identity.
Thank you to our EmPOWER Signature Sponsor: