As home to Fort George G. Meade and prominent defense agencies such as U.S. Cyber Command, the National Security Agency (NSA) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Anne Arundel County is a hub for information and network security, big data intelligence, and analytics.
Our robust ecosystem includes over 2,000 technology companies and about 22,000 jobs.
Arundel Defense Tech Toolbox
To support entrepreneurs developing innovation or serving in the national security space, AAEDC offers the Arundel Tech Toolbox. Learn more about how the Toolbox’s menu of low interest financing, workforce training grants and other incentives can benefit your tech businesses.
Next Stage Tech Fund
Low interest loans from $50,000 to $250,000 with flexible payment terms to accommodate a company’s cash flow.
Link to Next Stage Tech Fund
Consultants On Call
Complimentary consultations with prominent tech marketing, government contracting and legal experts.
Link to Consultants On Call
Other Funding Sources
Anne Arundel County technology companies can access a variety of county and state investment, financing, and tax credit programs.
Link to Other Funding Sources
Tech Workforce Training
Learn more about grants and employee recruitment and customized training resources to grow and enhance your tech workforce.
Link to Tech Workforce Training
Educational Pipeline, Apprenticeships & Internships
Anne Arundel County Public Schools offers a strong educational foundation to develop the next generation of technology skilled professionals.
Link to Educational Pipeline, Apprenticeships & Internships
Flexible Office Space Options & Temporary Housing
Provides a soft landing for companies that are new to Anne Arundel County’s technology ecosystem.
Link to Flexible Office Space Options & Temporary Housing
Real Estate Developments
Get a snapshot of west Anne Arundel County’s flourishing commercial market with a range of real estate projects in this highly intensive, transit oriented, mixed-use development within a four mile radius of Fort Meade.
Link to Real Estate Developments
Live Here, Work Here
As home to Fort George G. Meade, Anne Arundel County is a hub for information and network security, big data intelligence, and analytics.
Link to Live Here, Work Here