The Frederick County Office of Economic Development

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Frederick County has the talent—and the tenacity—to bring new ideas to life. During the last five years, Frederick County businesses created 7,178 new jobs, making it one of the fastestgrowing economies in Maryland. While our educated workforce, ease of access and affordable real estate attract businesses to the county, we also give businesses countless reasons to stay.

Unconventional thinking and compelling incentives inspire companies to invest and expand in our communities. The Frederick County Office of Economic Development, led by Helen Propheter, the City of Frederick Department of Economic Development, and our six Main Street organizations – in Downtown Frederick, Brunswick, Middletown, Mount Airy, New Market and Thurmont - think outside the box to help businesses set up shop, source capital and expand operations. Together, these economic development organizations work to ensure strong, revitalized and thriving towns and Main Streets, which in turn offer unique and vibrant places for residents, tourists and businesses.

While about 41 percent of the county’s population lives within a municipality, about 62 percent of businesses are located in a municipality. Our cities and towns serve a critical role in attracting businesses to our county.

Whether they’re crafting brews or bringing new therapies from bench to bedside, Frederick County’s 6,487 companies

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excel within our business environment. Our commitment to finding the right site helps companies such as Wilcoxon Sensing Technologies turn traditional office space into a 42,000-squarefoot manufacturing facility. Our enthusiasm for entrepreneurship drives initiatives such as ROOT Frederick, which provides start-ups with a foundation for success. Our pursuit of economic diversity ensures that every business, from agriculture to the arts, has the tools to thrive.

Working together, we champion the projects that elevate our quality of life. Business attraction, retention and expansion boost home values, job opportunities and community services. Every initiative is a passion project, as it impacts the towns and cities we live in and love.

Pictured: Melissa Thorn – Economic Development Manager, Town of Mount Airy Helen Propheter – Director, Frederick County Office of Economic Development Sophie Smith – Main Street Manager, The City of Brunswick Kara Norman – Executive Director, Downtown Frederick Partnership Becky Axilbund – Main Street Manager, Town of Middletown Richard Griffin – Director, The City of Frederick Department of

Economic Development Vickie Grinder – Economic Development Manager, Town of Thurmont

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