Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation

About Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation
MISSION
The mission of the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation is to support business and serve as a catalyst for business growth in Anne Arundel County thereby increasing job opportunities, expanding the tax base and improving quality of life.

By providing investment and technical assistance and fostering community revitalization initiatives, the AAEDC plays a vital role in enhancing commercial districts, improving county infrastructure, increasing agriculture-based business and promoting high-value business sectors such as technology and national security.

To accomplish its mission, AAEDC:
• Recruits new businesses to locate in Anne Arundel County and assists in the expansion of existing businesses;
• Anticipates and addresses workforce development needs of the county’s business community ;
• Promotes Anne Arundel County as a premier location for business ;
• Provides advocacy for Anne Arundel County businesses undergoing the regulatory and approval process;
• Provides financing assistance to county businesses ;
• Incentivizes redevelopment and revitalization along older commercial corridors;
• Promotes technology development and attracts start-up ventures through Anne Arundel County's technology incubator, the Chesapeake Innovation Center; and
• Promotes agriculture development and expands markets for agri-business.