An apprenticeship program is an “earn and learn” model that is industry driven and aligned with high quality career fields. The programs combine paid work experiences with classroom instruction, and typically last between one and four years.
Grant Opportunities Open to Frederick Businesses
SBA Announces Adjustments to Paycheck Protection Program
Small Business Webinars for Frederick: March
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs — for those just thinking about starting a business to executive training — with most classes at low to no cost. March courses will again be held online in webinar format.
More Financing Channels: VLT & MSBDFA
Case Study: Rollins Funeral's Use of Neighborhood BusinessWorks
This winter Gary L. Rollins Funeral Home formally kicked-off construction of the new Rollins Life Celebration Center at 330 Catoctin Avenue. Here we catch up with owner Gary Rollins to ask him about his use of the State’s Neighborhood BusinessWorks program to help move the venture forward.
Small Business Webinars for Frederick Businesses: February
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs — for those just thinking about starting a business to executive training — with most classes at low to no cost. February courses will again be held online in webinar format.
Additional Opportunities in OZ Designated Areas
The Opportunity Zone program is a federal initiative to promote investment in specific communities nation-wide. Since the program’s launch, the State of Maryland has worked to make these designated areas even more attractive by adding its own enhancements. Check out how Frederick businesses & real estate professionals can take full advantage of both these incentives here.
