Six-inch-deep potholes, emergency repairs, a reduced speed limit and an accelerated repaving program have rekindled the debate about transferring ownership of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway to the State of Maryland. “This year, the condition of the roadway deteriorated so rapidly that it became a national security issue,” said Stuart Title, Chair…...
New approach to contracting could make Maryland epicenter of cyber innovation
If Fort Meade agencies, commands and contractors can find ways to partner with small, non-traditional, highly innovative companies, Maryland can become the epicenter of cyber innovation. That was the challenge — and goal — presented to attendees at the FMA’s 7th Annual Industry Day by Teresa Shea, Former Executive Vice…...
High School Students from Baltimore and Harford County engage in STEM presentations
The Fort Meade Alliance held their Spring Tech Mania on Friday, April 5 for more than 100 ninth grade students from Baltimore and Harford Counties. The event took place at Community College of Baltimore County’s Essex Campus (CCBC) and was filled with STEM presentations from FMA members. The students were…...
Fort Meade Alliance Welcomes Two New Board Members
The Fort Meade Alliance (FMA) has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors effective March 1, 2019. The new Board members are Mike Cameron, Chief Executive Officer at Farfield Systems, Inc. and Shana Cosgrove, founder, owner, and CEO of Nyla Technology Solutions, Inc. “These two leaders with their…...
New approaches to training, contracting and war fighting key to Cyber Command’s success
Stepping before a microphone in a banquet room filled with business and community leaders dressed in suits, Lieutenant General Vincent R. Stewart declared his mission and challenge simply through his appearance. The Deputy Commander of U.S. Cyber Command had decided to forego a dress uniform and wear fatigues because “one…...
Industry Day offers insights on acquisition opportunities and strategies for innovation
For federal contractors in the Fort Meade Region, the FMA Industry Day is a singular opportunity to gain new insights and connections. “There is no other event like this,” said FMA President Doreen Harwood. “It’s the largest unclassified industry event held yearly that gathers together senior acquisition executives from the…...