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Pandemic challenges and discoveries shape contracting with Fort Meade agencies

As Americans scrambled to meet the challenges presented by COVID-19, professionals at Fort George G. Meade confronted an additional, daunting reality: Cyber threats and national security concerns do not wane in the face of a global pandemic. At FMA Industry Day in March, representatives of U.S. Cyber Command, the National…...

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Maryland economy strong and rebounding but needs targeted help

Maryland’s economy is poised to experience dramatic growth once the pandemic is under control. That rebound will present big opportunities – and deep needs – to address the economic weak points and position the state for long-term success. That was the outlook voiced by Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot during an…...

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MBC Talks About Reconstituting the Workforce

Debbie Mobley, Head of Human Resources at Praxis Engineering, and David Stevens, Partner at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, brought their collective experience of human resources management and law to the October 21st MBC Virtual Meet-Up to help business owners sift through the myriad of questions about reconstituting their workforce in…...

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Key Leaders Series Focuses on How to Thrive During a Pandemic

From supporting national security missions, business success and talent development in the midst of a pandemic to helping elementary school children improve their reading, the latest FMA Key Leaders Series provided a wealth of insights on how to create healthy companies and communities during a very challenging year. Kathy Warden…...

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The FMA kicks off a new conversation series

          Starting in late May, the FMA added a new member benefit for one-, two- and three-star members. Envisioned as an opportunity for casual conversation among peers, the MBC Meetup Series gave small business leaders the outlet to come together to discuss their concerns about cash…...

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