September is National Workforce Development month. In addition to recognizing and celebrating our dedicated team here in Frederick, we are excited to share updates on some of the invaluable tools Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) has been working on for our local business community.

This past month, The City of Frederick was represented by Mayor Michael O’Connor on a panel entitled "Employee Retention in Frederick County Manufacturing: Embedded Employees for Stronger Companies and Communities. " Hosted by Hood College, the discussion featured experts and community leaders discussing research and best practices for employee retention in the manufacturing industry.

Year after year the program continues to not only empower entrepreneurs but also make a significant impact on our local economy. Since the program’s inception, we have proudly watched seven past SHE Pitch winners go on to launch or grow a business within The City of Frederick limits.

Below we catch up past-standout and current local business owner Rachel Anne Warren to find out ‘Where SHE is Now.’

Year after year the program continues to not only empower entrepreneurs but also make a significant impact on our local economy. Since the program’s inception, we have proudly watched seven past SHE Pitch winners go on to launch or grow a business within The City of Frederick limits.

Below we catch up past standout and current local business owner Jenni Hoover to find out ‘Where SHE is Now’