Strong Connections Help Businesses Grow.
Anne Arundel County offers a wide range of chambers, business associations, and organizations that provide networking events, advocacy, and opportunities to build meaningful relationships.
AAEDC works closely with many of these partners. We encourage businesses to connect directly with one of these great organizations to start building relationships.
Not sure where to begin?
Reach out to our team and we’re happy to make an introduction and help connect you with the right people.
Local Chambers of Commerce
Anne Arundel County is served by six active chambers that together cover the entire county and offer businesses multiple ways to get involved, build relationships, and grow their presence in the community.
Business Associations and State-Wide Organizations
In addition to local chambers, several business associations and regional organizations provide networking, advocacy, leadership development, and industry collaboration. Many of these groups connect businesses beyond Anne Arundel, offering opportunities to build relationships across the Baltimore Washington region and throughout Maryland.
Anne Arundel Community College
BWI Business Partnership
Fort Meade Alliance
Cybersecurity Association
Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC)
Leadership Anne Arundel
Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)
Maryland Tech Council
Maryland Tourism Coalition (MTC)
Pasadena Business Association
Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC)
West Annapolis Business Association
Events and Learning Opportunities
Events provide valuable opportunities to build relationships, learn from others, and stay connected to the business community. AAEDC hosts three signature events each year that bring together businesses, entrepreneurs, and community partners from across the county.
In addition, many organizations offer networking events, workshops, and trainings throughout the region. To help businesses stay informed, AAEDC maintains a community events calendar that highlights upcoming opportunities for networking and professional development.
Listen to several local business owners discuss the value of attending events that allow for networking and partnership – including AAEDC’s annual Arundel Biz Expo!
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Success Stories
“Beyond the financial support, AAEDC’s comprehensive resources and unmatched connections have been instrumental in our success. I consider the team at AAEDC as true partners, and I’m incredibly grateful for the relationship that we’ve built over the last five years.”
Jayleen Fonseca
Jay’s Latin Inspired Kitchen
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Success Stories
“AAEDC was very helpful whenever I reached out with questions when we were building out our space. If they couldn’t answer them, they quickly connected me to the right people in the county who could.”
Laurin Wallace, IVP Grad
Cinnaholics Gambrills
Additional Connections
In addition to the organizations listed here, we encourage you to explore our Resource Library, a curated collection of county, regional, and state programs designed to help businesses start, grow, and succeed in Anne Arundel County.