Business
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Howard County is situated in the heart of the dynamic corridor between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, which combined comprises the fourth largest market in the United States. Howard County’s ideal geographic location has resulted in the substantial growth of a wide variety of industries. A diverse business base thrives in the county, taking advantage of a friendly business climate, a highly educated workforce and superb quality of life. Howard County’s corporate citizens range from high technology, telecommunications and biotechnology companies to multinational corporations, research and development firms, and wholesale distributors.
BASE Business Initiative (BBI)
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Background: After the announcement of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) action in 2005, the Fort Meade Regional Growth Management Committee (RGMC) was formed. The RGMC is composed of ten jurisdictions surrounding Fort Meade.
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BBI Networking Events
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Contact Us
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BRAC (Base Relocation & Closure) Fort Meade Regional Growth Management Committee (RGMC) Mission Growth Initiative Ken Ulman, Howard County Executive Kent Menser, Executive Director of the Howard County BRAC Office RGMCPhone 410 313 6521 Email kmenser@howardcountymd.gov Raj Kudchadkar, Deputy
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About Us
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BACKGROUND After the announcement of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) action in 2005, the Fort Meade Regional Growth Management Committee (RGMC) was formed with ten jurisdictions surrounding Fort Meade. The RGMC membership consists of eight counties (Anne Arundel
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Business Services - Workforce Development
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OWD offers businesses a full range of professional services that help them to identify and retain a quality workforce. Whether your company is in start up mode, expansion or reducing its workforce, OWD has the resources to move your business
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BBI Organization
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BBI ORGANIZATION Partner Companies The BBI Partner Companies is the overall memebership. To become a member (“Partner Company”) of the BRAC Business Initiative and to be added to email distribution, all you need to do is register in the
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BBI Mission
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Mission Statement The BASE Business Initiative (BBI) will actively engage in defining the environment, identifying the obstacles and documenting specific actions required by small businesses desiring to do work with the Department of Defense and or with supporting contractors.
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Economic Development
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In its privatized role as the County's economic development agency, the Economic Development Authority assists businesses by promoting a welcoming and supportive climate in the County.
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Applying for a Business License
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The Clerk of the Court issues some business licenses. There is an application process and fees associated with obtaining a business license.
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