Residents and business-owners of The City of Frederick have a number of free resources available to them to assist them in this planning process. Here we highlight three organizations which offer no-cost assistance to entrepreneurs drafting or editing their business plan.
City Economic Development Manager Named to Leadership Maryland Class of 2023
The Unique Backgrounds of Frederick Business Owners
Small Business Webinars for Frederick: February
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs with most classes at low to no cost.
Welcome to the City: Grand Openings of 2023
The City of Frederick welcomes the newest members of our business community! If you have a business that has opened, relocated, expanded or celebrated a milestone anniversary this year please tell us!
GROW in Frederick: The City's Small Business Grant Program
The Department of Economic Development’s GROW Program is intended to encourage and financially-support small businesses making strategic improvements to commercial buildings within The City of Frederick. This fiscal year, three growing small businesses have been able to take advantage of the program.
Recent Business Expansions and Renovations in Frederick
Just as we celebrate new businesses opening their doors, we are equally excited to see existing businesses choose to reinvest in Frederick! This month, we are featuring five local businesses that have recently expanded or made significant renovations at their Frederick facilities. These projects demonstrate each company’s strong continued commitment to their workforce, customers, and our community.
Small Business Webinars for Frederick: January
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs with most classes at low to no cost.
An Inside Look at the Plans for Visitation Frederick
Small Business Webinars for Frederick: December
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs with most classes at low to no cost.
Around the City & the World: Frederick's Ethnic Grocery Markets
Representation of the full spectrum of our residents in the local economy — both in business ownership and in available products — is critical to maximizing the potential of our City. And Frederick’s robust selection of ethnic grocery markets has become an exciting example and testament to the benefits of this representation.
10 "Golden" Resources For Businesses & Residents Along Rt 40
Last month, the Golden Mile Alliance celebrated 10 years of helping Frederick shine.
The Golden Mile Alliance was formed in 2012 as an independent non-profit dedicated to the revitalization of the Route 40 corridor. In honor of the organization's anniversary, we are sharing 10 resources for residents and businesses that are interested in becoming more engaged & invested in the Golden Mile area.
Grocery Stores: The Meat & Potatoes of Frederick's Economy
Small Business Webinars for Frederick: November
Maryland’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses. In addition to providing free individual consultation, the organization hosts comprehensive training programs with most classes at low to no cost.