Networking & Education

Where SHE is Now: Megan Donovan

Where SHE is Now: Megan Donovan

Year after year the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce's SHE Pitch program continues to not only empower entrepreneurs but also make a significant impact on our local economy. Since the program’s inception, we have proudly watched seven past SHE Pitch winners go on to launch or grow a business within The City of Frederick limits.

Below we catch up past standout and current local business owner Megan Donovan to find out ‘Where SHE is Now’:

Where SHE is Now: Allison Jachowski

Where SHE is Now: Allison Jachowski

Year after year the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce's SHE Pitch program continues to not only empower entrepreneurs but also make a significant impact on our local economy. Since the program’s inception, we have proudly watched seven past SHE Pitch winners go on to launch or grow a business within The City of Frederick limits.

Below we catch up past standout and current local business owner Allison Jachowski to find out ‘Where SHE is Now’:

Weinberg Center to Host Professional Development Workshops for Artists and Arts Organizations

Weinberg Center to Host Professional Development Workshops for Artists and Arts Organizations

The Weinberg Center for the Arts in partnership with the City of Frederick Department of Economic Development, Frederick Arts Council, Frederick County Art Association, and Give Rise Studio will present a series of Professional Development Workshops for artists and arts nonprofit organizations.  The workshops will run from September 10 through October 15, 2024 at New Spire Arts.

Frederick Shines at 2024 MEDA Annual Conference

Frederick Shines at 2024 MEDA Annual Conference

This month, MEDA (Maryland Economic Development Association) hosted it's Annual Conference in Cambridge, Maryland. The conference theme explored Maryland’s competitive assets while analyzing strategies crucial for the state’s future success. Throughout the conference, Frederick played a prominent role— including as conference leadership, support, sponsorship, and honorees.

6 Resources For Frederick's Non-Profit Community

6 Resources For Frederick's Non-Profit Community

Operating a non-profit is much like running a business— success requires more than an idea and passion. There are countless logistics to manage, ranging from fundraising to marketing to human resources to legal & policy issues to program management, and beyond. It’s no small task!