Anne Arundel County and Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation to Celebrate Business Appreciation Week from October 23-27

September 13, 2023

AAEDC now accepting applications from Anne Arundel County businesses that would like to receive a business visit during the week.

Annapolis, Maryland (September 12, 2023) – County Executive Stuart Pittman and the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) are excited to announce Business Appreciation Week (BAW) in Anne Arundel County from October 23-27, 2023.

Returning for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, BAW is being held in conjunction with and in support of Maryland Economic Development Week: a weeklong event celebrating the impact of economic development on the business climate, job retention and growth, tax base, and overall quality of life in Maryland.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy,” said County Executive Pittman. “Business Appreciation Week is an opportunity to recognize their contributions to our communities and thank them for choosing to call Anne Arundel County their home.”

“Our entire team is thrilled that Business Appreciation Week is back,” added AAEDC President and CEO Amy Gowan. “It’s a great opportunity to meet businesses where they are, hear their stories, and celebrate their success. We look forward to gaining invaluable insight from these visits that will help keep our programs in line with evolving economic conditions.”

Throughout the week, County Executive Stuart Pittman, Anne Arundel Economic Development staff, county officials, and other community leaders will team up to visit local businesses to:

• Meet the business’s owner(s) and staff in appreciation of their contributions to the local economy;
• Learn about the business, its successes, and its challenges;
• Identify any resources needed to assist businesses; and
• Discuss the experiences of doing business in Anne Arundel County.

Business visits will take place on the following days at the following times:

• Monday, October 23rd 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Monday, October 23rd 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Tuesday, October 24th 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Tuesday, October 24th 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Wednesday, October 25th 9:00am-9:45am
• Wednesday, October 25th 10:30am-11:15am
• Thursday, October 26th 1:00pm-1:45pm
• Thursday, October 26th 2:30pm-3:15pm
• Friday, October 27th 9:00am-9:45am
• Friday, October 27th 10:30am-11:15am

For profit businesses may apply for a visit by using the online Business Visit Registration Form.

Applications must be received by September 22, 2023 and will be considered as they are received.

Questions about Business Appreciation Week can be directed to Steve Adams at [email protected].

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About the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation

Founded in 1993, the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. AAEDC’s mission is to serve as a catalyst for business growth in Anne Arundel County, thereby increasing job opportunities, expanding the tax base, and improving citizens’ quality of life. To do so, it provides the public with a host of services including financing, site selection assistance, permitting and zoning guidance, workforce development support, community revitalization, market research, and small business counseling and resources. On a larger scale, AAEDC plays a vital role in enhancing commercial districts, improving infrastructure, and both growing and promoting business sectors such technology, agriculture, and maritime within the county. To learn more, visit www.aaedc.org.

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