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August 2021

 

COVID-19 Resources

Business Resources 

Small Business Recovery Center
Small Business Recovery Task Force

COVID-19 Business Resources
COVID-19 Workforce Assistance
COVID-19 Small Business Relief
COVID-19 Recursos Para Negocios


Join our "Come Back Annapolis" Small Business Recovery Program


If your business is located within city boundaries, please join our Small Business Recovery Program. Small business owners can complete a brief application and share modified hours, changes to service delivery, and special offers. Business listings will be made available in our Small Business Locator and promoted throughout the community.

Announcements

 

Tomorrow! Construction Trades Career & Hiring Event 


Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) and The City of Annapolis are partnering with local trade unions to host the Construction Trades Career & Hiring Event. The event will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 4 at the Roger “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center, 273 Hilltop Lane in Annapolis. 


City of Annapolis Career Fair 


The City of Annapolis is hosting a Career Fair Monday and Tuesday,  August 30 and 31, from 10 am – 4 pm at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center, 273 Hilltop Lane. Learn more about special recruitment for entry level police and get more information on all vacant jobs.


COVID-19 Vaccine Business Incentive Program


Anne Arundel County Department of Health (AACDOH) has established a COVID-19 Vaccine Business Incentive Program. Its purpose is promote and support community COVID-19 vaccine clinics for their customers and staff. Activities support the Anne Arundel County Department of Health’s COVID-19 response efforts. 

Maryland Launches Project Restore


Through Project Restore, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development will offer rental grants and sales tax relief rebates to help offset startup costs and incentivize commercial investment in vacant spaces. A Notice of Funding Availability with additional details, application information and eligibility guidelines will be posted on the Project Restore website this month.

Maryland Global Consulting Program


Are you looking to expand your business globally, solve an international business challenge, or get a consultant’s perspective? Here’s your chance to consult with a Smith School MBA or undergraduate student team. The next Maryland Global Consulting
Program
 runs September-December.

New PPP Forgiveness Portal


The SBA recently launched a streamlined PPP Direct Forgiveness Portal to allow borrowers with Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or less through participating lenders to apply for forgiveness directly through the SBA.


Global Diversity Export Initiative 


Join a Global Diversity Export Initiative webinar which will cover services and tools provided by the U.S. Commercial Service, SBA and EXIM Bank to help minority and women-owned businesses become successful exporters. Tuesday, August 17 at 1:00. This event is virtual and free to attend. 

Get Vaccinations at Your Business 


The City of Annapolis Take Care team, in cooperation with Anne Arundel Department of Health and Luminis Health Care will come to YOU to get your team vaccinated. Getting vaccinated slows spread of COVID-19. The vaccines are safe and effective. Keep your team safe and your business OPEN! Call today at 443-875-2261

Get Your Staff Fully Vaxxed

Milestones

Congratulations to our city's newest business:


Always Ice Cream
All Joshua Outpatient Treatment 
Annie Mac Home Mortgage
Royal Bee
Tina Colebrook Architect

Procurement Opportunities 

Construction Services - Maynard Burgess House 


The City of Annapolis is accepting submittals of pre-qualification for construction services
until 2:00 p.m., local time, Thursday, August 26, 2021. The City seeks to pre-qualify General Contractors experienced in interior rehabilitation and restoration of historic structures including new bathroom addition; insulation work; new utilities (electric, water, HVAC and data), structural stabilization; and related site improvements at the Maynard Burgess House located in Annapolis.

Information on current bids are posted through our Central Purchasing Office. For more information email bids@annapolis.gov.

Training Webinars

 

Featured Upcoming Webinars:


Creating a Quick Business Plan
August 12,12:00 pm
SCORE Southern Maryland
Cost: Free

Setting Up a New Business Entity 
August 13, 12:00 pm 
SCORE Southern Maryland
Cost: Free

Marketing Part 1: Developing Your Marketing Plan 
August 19, 12:00 pm 
SCORE Southern Maryland
Cost: Free

Marketing Part 2: Promoting Your Business 
August 19, 12:00 pm 
SCORE Southern Maryland
Cost: Free

Developing Financial Projections for Your New Small Business 
August 26, 12:00 pm 
SCORE Southern Maryland
Cost: Free

Restaurant Smart Start
August 9, 10:00 am
Maryland SBDC 
Cost: Free 

Business And Marketing Plans Made Simple-A 3-Step Formula
August 11, 1:00 pm
Maryland SBDC 
Cost: Free 

How To Find Ideal Customers Using Free Online Tools
August 12 1:00 pm
Maryland SBDC 
Cost: Free 

Making Your Business The Ideal Customer Experience
August 19, 1:00 pm
Maryland SBDC 
Cost: Free 

Social Media Marketing
August 31, 1:00 pm
Maryland SBDC 
Cost: Free 

Be sure to check the calendars of SCORE Southern Maryland and the Maryland SBDC for additional training opportunities. 

Publications and Resources

 
Starting a Business in Annapolis
In-Depth Guide to Growing Your Business in Annapolis
Crear un Negocio en Annapolis
Maryland Financing & Incentives

Quick Links

 

Business Development

Annapolis Economic Development Division
Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation
Maryland Department of Commerce
US Small Business Administration

Annapolis Business Districts

Annapolis Arts District + Inner West Street
Annapolis Design District
Downtown Annapolis + Maryland Avenue and State Circle Association Annapolis
Eastport Business Association
SOFO - Forest Drive Corridor
West Annapolis Business Affiliation

Annapolis Economic Development Division, 410-260-2200
Stephen Rice, Economic Development Manager, smrice@annapolis.gov
Hope Stewart, SMBE Liaison, hstewart@annapolis.gov 

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