Howard County Economic Development Authority

Howard County Economic Development Authority The Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) is here to help businesses in Howard County.

For continued business updates regarding the coronavirus, please visit: www.hceda.org/coronavirus In our privatized role as the County's economic development agency, the Authority assists businesses with land and building selection, financing, employee recruitment and training, permit and regulatory issues, and provides other development support services.

The final session of the Cyber Howard Accelerator brought the 3rd cohort's 10-week journey to a strong close.Participant...
06/23/2026

The final session of the Cyber Howard Accelerator brought the 3rd cohort's 10-week journey to a strong close.

Participants explored what it takes to build and scale a successful cybersecurity company, with discussions centered on venture capital readiness, customer validation, artificial intelligence, and the importance of aligning business strategy with long-term goals.

Throughout the accelerator, founders gained practical insights, refined their business models, expanded their networks, and strengthened their ability to bring innovative cybersecurity solutions to market.

A special thank you to the mentors, partners, and industry leaders who invested their time and expertise to support this year's cohort. Their guidance continues to strengthen our region's cybersecurity ecosystem and help the next generation of cyber entrepreneurs succeed.

TLV Tree Farm is strengthening its operations with support from the 2026 Howard County Agricultural Innovation Grant Pro...
06/20/2026

TLV Tree Farm is strengthening its operations with support from the 2026 Howard County Agricultural Innovation Grant Program.

Located in Howard County, TLV Tree Farm received funding for a turkey facility generator project, helping ensure reliable power for livestock operations during outages and severe weather events. The investment will enhance animal welfare, improve operational resilience, and support the farm’s ability to maintain critical functions year-round. https://bit.ly/445niLz

Through the Agricultural Innovation Grant Program, Howard County continues supporting farms and agricultural businesses that are strengthening local food systems, improving operational capacity, and helping preserve a vibrant agricultural community for future generations.

06/19/2026

Weekly Data Dive: ✨ Black Entrepreneurship

Today, we're highlighting the impact Black-owned businesses have on Howard County's economy.

🏢 Howard County is home to more than 700 Black-owned employer businesses that employ 4,116 workers and generate an estimated $779.2 million in annual revenue.

💼 These firms support $267.5 million in annual payroll, creating jobs and economic opportunity throughout the community.

🏆 Howard County-based DigiFlight ranked #2 on the Baltimore Business Journal's Largest Minority-Owned Businesses list, reporting $82 million in 2024 revenue.

📈 Mfinite Consulting ranked #2 on the Baltimore Business Journal's Fastest-Growing Minority-Owned Businesses list, achieving 126.67% revenue growth over two years.

🌟 Black-owned businesses continue to drive innovation, create jobs, and strengthen Howard County's economy while helping build opportunity for future generations.

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of opportunity for all.We...
06/19/2026

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of opportunity for all.

We recognize the contributions of Black entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and community members who help strengthen our economy and communities every day.

We recently welcomed founders, clinicians, investors, and innovators for an evening of conversation and connection focus...
06/18/2026

We recently welcomed founders, clinicians, investors, and innovators for an evening of conversation and connection focused on the future of digital health and MedTech.

Attendees explored the opportunities and challenges shaping healthcare innovation, gaining insights into commercialization, funding, regulation, and growth while building connections across the region's digital health ecosystem.

Thank you to Amplify MedTech and everyone who joined us for an engaging evening advancing innovation in healthcare.

Power Moves brought founders, executives, and emerging tech leaders together for a morning of strategy, leadership, and ...
06/15/2026

Power Moves brought founders, executives, and emerging tech leaders together for a morning of strategy, leadership, and connection.

Attendees explored how to lead with confidence, build strategic relationships, strengthen their professional presence, and shape the future of technology through engaging discussions and actionable insights.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our partner, Hutch, for helping create an experience that empowered leaders to grow their networks, amplify their impact, and take the next step forward.

06/12/2026

Weekly Data Dive: 🇺🇸 HoCo250 & Maryland 250

America is turning 250, and Maryland is joining communities across the nation in celebrating this historic milestone through Maryland 250, a statewide initiative honoring our shared history while looking ahead to the future.

📜 250 years ago, on July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted, marking the birth of the United States.

🏛️ Maryland 250 is centered on three pillars: History, Civics, and Service, encouraging residents to reflect on the past while actively shaping the future.

🤝 More than 100 organizations across Maryland are participating in America 250 commemorations through events, exhibits, educational programs, and community projects.

⛵ Signature events include Sail250 Maryland, which will bring tall ships, naval vessels, and visitors from around the world to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor in June 2026.

🌟 Howard County’s HoCo250 initiative will celebrate the people, places, businesses, and innovations that have helped shape our community while inspiring the next generation of leaders and changemakers.

The Howard Cyber Accelerator cohort gained valuable insight into today’s cybersecurity investment landscape from some of...
06/10/2026

The Howard Cyber Accelerator cohort gained valuable insight into today’s cybersecurity investment landscape from some of the industry's leading experts from Evergreen Advisors, including George Davis, Patrick Lowry and President Shelley J. Lombardo.

For early-stage companies, raising capital and navigating the funding ecosystem can be one of the most challenging aspects of growth. The Evergreen team delivered an informative and engaging discussion, sharing practical advice, investor perspectives, and real-world experience that will help our cohort better understand the path ahead.

Over the past six weeks, business owners came together at the Maryland Innovation Center for the Business Mastermind Ser...
06/08/2026

Over the past six weeks, business owners came together at the Maryland Innovation Center for the Business Mastermind Series with Pinnacle Financial Partners.

Participants connected with fellow business owners, explored new approaches to scaling their companies, and strengthened their business strategies throughout the program.

The series concluded with a graduation reception celebrating the participants and the momentum built over the past six weeks.

Thank you to Pinnacle Financial Partners, the instructors, and all attendees who made the series a success.

Did you know Howard County— named after Revolutionary War hero Colonel John Eager Howard— used to be part of Anne Arunde...
06/08/2026

Did you know Howard County— named after Revolutionary War hero Colonel John Eager Howard— used to be part of Anne Arundel County but in 1851, officially became the 21st of 23 counties in Maryland?

Interested in learning more about Howard County’s history, check out upcoming HoCo250 events here: https://www.visithowardcounty.com/hoco-250/

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