The Downtown Frederick Partnership recently hosted a professional development day for Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Career Coaching staff, offering a comprehensive overview of economic development in Frederick County through a panel of local partners.
Participants engaged in sessions covering historic preservation, Main Street communities, nonprofits, and the arts — key sectors that contribute to Frederick’s economic vitality. The program concluded with a panel discussion on economic development featuring Mary Ford-Naill, Manager of the Department of Economic Development for the City of Frederick, Lara Fritts, Director of the Frederick County Office of Economic Development, joined by representatives from Visit Frederick, Downtown Frederick Partnership, and the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce.
The event provided career coaches with a deeper understanding of the wide range of industries and employment opportunities available in Frederick County. This knowledge will support their efforts to guide middle and high school students as they explore potential career pathways and equip them with fresh insights that will help set them up for success.
To learn more about the FCPS Career Coaches Program, visit Career Coach Program - Frederick County Public Schools. For more workforce resources, go to Workforce Resources | Frederick Business, MD.