In Howard County, we pride ourselves on being a diverse and welcoming community for all our businesses and employees. We strive to create a business culture that is inclusive and […]

Calvin Ball
Jones is new HCEDA CEO
Recently, the Howard County Economic Development Authority welcomed a new dynamic CEO, Jennifer Jones. Digital edition This item appears in the September 2023 issue of The Business Monthly. You can […]
Opinion | Howard County still tops charts
Howard County is nationally recognized as the best place to live, work, play, and grow for all. Just recently, Columbia has been named 2023’s “Best Places to Raise a Family,” […]
Business Appreciation Week
In Howard County, we are committed to supporting our businesses so that they thrive. In order to fulfill that mission, I, along with ambassadors from the Howard County Economic Development […]
Opinion | Supporting Howard County businesses
We know that our local businesses are the backbone of our community, and I remain committed to ensuring all our businesses, no matter their size, have the best opportunities to […]
Commentary | Howard County’s comprehensive support for small business
The power of Howard County’s small entrepreneurs is mighty, from our startups to our long-standing family-owned shops, these businesses matter! They provide needed goods and services and steady employment for […]
Howard County is in full business bloom
Our businesses are in full bloom in Howard County. My team has rolled up their sleeves and planted the seeds of strategic partnerships to support our local business community. These […]
County executive to speak at business outlook lunch
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, our business community has survived and preserved, and we’ve accomplished much together during the last four years. When residents, business leaders, and government officials […]
Tools for growth and support for Howard County businesses
During the last four years, I have worked to enhance and expand the tools provided to support and grow our local businesses. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to […]