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Frederick's commercial brokers are part of the life-blood that help bring new businesses into the City and County. Our department enjoys supporting and working with local brokers to enhance available commercial space and with that in mind, recently held the 2014 Real Taste of Downtown Frederick Property Tour. Brokers and tenant representatives from Frederick, Montgomery County and the greater Washington area joined local economic development partners and enjoyed a personalized virtual and walking tour, highlighting some of the prominent commercial space opportunities available in Downtown Frederick. Attendees were guided through Downtown highlighting catalyst projects including Phase II of Carroll Creek Linear Park and the site proposed for the Downtown Frederick Hotel & Conference Center. Sponsors met the guests at several culinary stops along the tour route and showcased available opportunities while enjoying tasty bites.

Frederick's office vacancy rate stands at 10.5% with approximately 732,000 square feet of available space. (Costar, Oct. 2014) There are several unique office spaces that might be the perfect fit for your business or someone else you might do business with. Along with big city amenities, Frederick has desirable small-town charm and quality of life. Feel free to contact any one of our great brokers or our office if you would like to learn about some great spaces.

Watch the Virtual Tour

Best,

Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director, Economic Development

U.S. Silica Named Best Small Business

Headquartered in Frederick

Congratulations to U.S. Silica! Forbes magazine named U.S. Silica Holdings, with headquarters in Frederick, as the best small business of 2014. Learn more:

http://bit.ly/forbesussil2014

Startup Maryland Update

Competition Participants Unvelied

Startup Maryland™ has unveiled the 147 video pitches from the three-week 2014 Pitch Across Maryland competition. Please follow the link to view the Frederick pitches. You may vote for your "fan favorite" through Friday, October 31st. Additionally, Startup Maryland's expert panel of angel investors and venture capitalists are judging the pitches and will announce the top 8 finalists on October 31st. The finalists and fan favorite will be invited to the TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo on November 12th.

Economic Development Advisory Council

A Plan for Attracting Business

The Economic Development Advisory Council (EDAC), recently appointed by the Mayor, is a group of local business leaders and brokers who will work to provide advice and recommendations to ensure Frederick is a top destination for attracting and retaining business investment in the Washington/Baltimore region.

To read more about this new group and their first initial projects, check out the DED blog.

Chamber Business Expo

Make Some New Business Connections

The Frederick County Chamber Business Expo, in its 19th year, is right around the corner. This November 4th event is the largest business and trade show in Frederick County. Have YOU registered to attend or exhibit? Come join Frederick County Businesses and Government Services and learn what they do as well as find out how to do business with them.

SMART PROC - Procurement Fair

Learn the Language of Government Contracting

Save November 14th for the 12th Annual SMART PROC, to be held at the FSK Holiday Inn, for opportunities for networking and connections with key programs, program managers and purchasing officers to help YOUR business succeed in government contracting.

November 14th, 2014 8:00am - 3:30pm

FSK Holiday Inn Holidome 5400 Holiday Drive

Frederick, MD 21703

Visit the website to register

Call 202-641-4206 for Exhibitor or Sponsorship opportunities.

We Want to Promote YOU!

Press Release Service Available to Frederick Businesses

The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development together with Frederick County Business Development and Retention have access to a press release service that we would like to share with you. If you have a press release announcing a new product, award, service, new employee, achievement or event, send it to our offices and we'll put it out at NO CHARGE to you.

If you are a City of Frederick business, send it here. If you are in Frederick County, forward to their offices. Lets help get the word out about how great your company is!

Carroll Creek Park Update

East of East Street

Dirt is moving at the far East end of Carroll Creek.

Construction equipment, materials, and crews are turning their attention to this side of Carroll Creek as a part of the Phase II construction.

For more great pictures of the progress, check out our blog!

Golden Mile Update

Walmart Plans Approved

The City's Planning Commission has approved plans for the Walmart slated to replace the now empty Frederick Towne Mall. Demolition of the mall is expected by Spring 2015. Improvements to the site will include landscaping, walking paths and a wildflower garden. Read on at the FNP.

In other Golden Mile news: The Golden Mile Alliance will be holding a Mixer at Modern Asia - 1306 West Patrick Street, on November 6th from 5-7pm. Come out for complimentary appetizers and a great opportunity to network and meet Golden Mile businesses.

Available Commercial Space

Check Out Great Spaces Here!

Each month, DED is pleased to highlight a few of the great commercial spaces available for lease or sale; including retail, office and industrial/flex space. If YOU would like your available space highlighted, Contact us!

Office Space - 20 N. Court Street
7 Office condos for sale ranging from 1,280 SF to 4,569 SF. Walking distance to Court House and City Hall; close to Frederick County Government Offices. Fresh new lobby, stairs and elevator. For more information contact Hutzell & Sheets at 301-662-6111.

Our Vision

Frederick is the most unique and vibrant small city in the region in which to live and work, with low unemployment dominated by desirable and creative jobs in diverse industries with deep local roots offering family supporting wages and benefits. The Frederick business community, contributes sizably to the tax base of the community, supports non-profit programs financially and through employee volunteers, and is a full partner with local government to ensure long term community sustainability.