June Unemployment Rate Lowest Since 1990
If you want a job in Montgomery County, then the chances are high you can find one. The County’s Economic Development Corporation released the June jobless figures on Wednesday. The… Read More
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Startups Pitch to Hotel Brands About Sustainability Advancements
Startup leaders spoke with hotel company representatives in the area about sustainability advancements. The startups joined a pitch event with the Hospitality Tech Accelerator on Wednesday at the Montgomery County… Read More
Zoning Measure Expands Biohealth in Transit-Oriented Areas
The Montgomery County Council recently voted and unanimously approved a new zoning measure to expand the biohealth sector in transit-oriented areas. Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 22-02 Density and Height Limits,… Read More
Area Colleges Team Up to Aid MCPS Students Prepare for Careers
The goal of the new READY Institute, which stands for Resilient Education for All, Designed for You, is to provide career-building opportunities for Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) students. Montgomery… Read More
Marriott Headquarters and Hotel Named Maryland Economic Development Project of the Year
The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) named Bethesda’s Marriott International Headquarters and Hotel the state’s 2022 Economic Development Project of the Year at their annual conference April 25. MEDA recognized… Read More
Grant Applications Close Friday for Nonprofits Focused on Minority Entrepreneurship, STEM Education
Friday is the deadline for Montgomery County nonprofits to apply for a grant from the County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). The grant program is open to nonprofits with a mission… Read More
Katz Hosts 20th Business and Economic Development Briefing Friday
Montgomery County Councilmember Sidney Katz is hosting a series of online briefings about business and economic development in the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. The next briefing takes place Friday,… Read More
Katz Hosts Business and Economic Development Briefing Friday
Montgomery County Councilmember Sidney Katz is hosting a series of online briefings about business and economic development in the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. The next briefing takes place Friday,… Read More
Applications for Restaurant Relief Grants Open Feb. 1
Restaurant owners can apply for COVID-19 relief grants from Montgomery County beginning Feb. 1. The Montgomery County Council unanimously agreed Jan. 26 to allocate almost $5 million for restaurants in… Read More
Elrich Encourages Local Restaurant, Retail Owners to Apply for Grant Through Nov. 5
There’s grant funding available to help local restaurant and retail establishments cover the cost of adjusting ways they interact with customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic- especially during the winter months.… Read More
New Grant Opportunity Available for Struggling Small Businesses
Eligible restaurants and retailers looking for financial assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for a grant provided by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). Announced Tuesday morning,… Read More
STEM Company Moves Headquarters to Rockville
A New York City-based antivirals company announced it has moved its headquarters to Rockville and is expected to hire 50 scientists and engineers within the next three years. Autonomous Therapeutics,… Read More