The Baltimore Banner will shine a light on what has been called the country’s most innovative and transformative county, from its dynamic economy, vibrant communities, imaginative initiatives, top rated education, and a forward-thinking vision for the future.
Baltimore Banner’s Howard County bureau talks to leaders to unpack everything that makes this region an award-winning place live, work and play.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: June 4, 2024
Location: Merriweather Row
Address: 10440 Little Patuxent Parkway 9th floor, Columbia, Maryland 21044
Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm
Doors & Networking: 5:00pm
Program begins promptly at 5:30pm
PODIUM SPEAKERS
Kristi Smith, President, Maryland Region, Howard Hughes
Ricky Smith, Executive Director/CEO, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
PANEL TOPICS:
Howard County’s Development Potential: Balancing Business, Housing and Infrastructure
Dr. Calvin Ball, County Executive. Howard County
Tom Coale, Attorney and Lobbyist, Perry, White, Ross & JacobsonP
Phillip Dodge, Executive Director, Downtown Columbia Partnership
Darshni Patel, Director, Business Finance, Howard County Economic Development Authority
Moderator: Julie Bykowicz, Baltimore Banner Enterprise Editor
Howard County Education: Embracing Change, Finding Opportunity
Bill Barnes, Acting Superintendent, Howard County Schools
Jarrett Carter Sr., Vice President, External Affairs, Communications & Advancement, Howard Community College
Benjamin Schmitt, President, Howard County Education Association
Terri Marcus, President, PTA Council of Howard County
Moderator: Kristen Griffith, Baltimore Banner Education Reporter
Free parking. Happy Hour canapés, beer, wine, and refreshments will be served.
Thanks to the support of the event sponsors, this event is free to attend. Registration is required.
Complimentary parking onsite. Happy hour canapés, beer and wine will be provided.
