BIZ BUZZ
APRIL 22, 2015
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WHAT'S THE BUZZ?
D&B Groundbreaking
State of the Economy Address
Thompson Creek Breaks Ground
Got Potholes?
College Park Economic Development Report
Think Like a Woman..
Green Job Fair
GoFund T4BT
Spring Vendor Fair
Do More 24
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE FUND
 
THE "BUZZ" IN THE COUNTY
  
Check out the
spots in Prince George's County
   
  
AROUND TOWN:
 

 
  
BETTY the newest designer consigment shop at National Harbor 
 
Ride the Capital Wheel and then grab a sweet treat at Starbucks. The infamous treats you can't live without will be open before summer
 
Keep track of your finances at Navy Federal Credit Union at Woodmore Towne Centre
  
Bowie Town Center welcomes Smoothie King and Jimmy Johns Subs
  
More great eats NOW OPEN at Towne Centre at Laurel:
Outback, Buffalo Wild Wings, First Watch & Blaze Pizza
  
SoBe, the newest tablecloth restaurant with style & swank in Greenbelt
  
Yummy eats at National Harbor just in time for spring:
Succotash,  an American southern cuisine resto &
Granite City Food & Brewery, the 1st East Coast location featuring their own on-premises brew tanks for craft beers 
  
Arts District Hyattsville
RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES IN PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY
For available space details:

Beltway Plaza
Rusty Kerber
301-657-9900 x158

Bowie Marketplace
Brian Berman
301-816-1555

Bowie Town Center
Melodye Grim
317-685-7295

Brandywine Crossing
KLNB
703-288-4000

Cadillac Crossing
Raj Patel
917-330-1220

Iverson Mall
Tim Donovan
410-852-2380

Largo Town Center
Mark Ross
216-755-6632

National Harbor
Mark A. Kufka
301-203-4163
  
Ritchie Station
Mike Isen
301-918-2908

Tapestry Largo Station
Richard Bailey
202-497-0287

Vista Gardens Marketplace
Mike Isen
301-918-2908

Woodmore Towne Centre
Dennis Galanis
410-573-3800
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Dave & Buster's Breaks Ground at
Ritchie Station Marketplace
   

On Friday, April 17, County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III, joined principals from NAI Michael as they broke ground on the county's FIRST Dave & Buster's location at Ritchie Station Marketplace.

 

The indoor arcade and restaurant destination has leased 40,000 square feet at the shopping center in Capitol Heights, and is part of a 120,000-square-foot phase of the retail center that will also include a DSW shoe warehouse and an Ashleigh Furniture showroom.

 

*Click here to view the groundbreaking ceremony*

 

County Executive Baker Delivers His
State of the Economy Address
 

County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III, delivered his annual "State of the Economy" address to 300+ attendees at a networking breakfast hosted by the Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the Greater Prince George's Business Roundtable, at Colony South Inn and Conference Center on Thursday, April 16. 

 

"For the past 4 years the mantra of this Administration has been change and together we have made great strides to move us closer to our destiny," said County Executive Baker.

 

County Executive Baker addressed the unprecedented growth in Prince George's County with six major projects in the pipeline, including MGM National Harbor and the $650 million Regional Medical Center. He also highlighted the wins for the County (the county's first Whole Foods and Dave & Buster's, Harris Teeter), expanding business in the county (Bozzuto, Thompson Creek Windows) and the Department of Housing and Community Development, the FIRST state agency in Prince George's County and that will jumpstart development in New Carrollton.

 

Thompson Creek Windows Breaks Ground
New 117,000 square foot facility will house manufacturing &
warehousing operations

   

On Monday, April 20, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan and other elected officials joined the Thompson Creek team at the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new 117,000 square foot building housing the manufacturing and warehouse operations of Thompson Creek Window Company at 8300 Pennsylvania Avenue in Upper Marlboro.


 

The $20 million project is being undertaken by Chesapeake Real Estate Group, on the site of the existing Murry's Steaks facility adjacent to Exit 4 of the Capital Beltway. 

 

"Thompson Creek's commitment to expand its operations and remain in Prince George's County adds to Prince George's success as a significant employment center. The fact that Thompson Creek Window Company chose to expand and remain in Prince George's County further demonstrates the county's ability to meet the needs of growing manufacturing businesses," said County Executive Baker. 
 


 

Got Potholes?

Thanks to a two-year pilot program with Fort Washington-based Pavement Corporation, a new, high-technology infrared asphalt repair process will be in place that is cheaper, more effective and environmentally friendly to fix potholes in Prince George's County year-round. The new process was validated for quality assurance through a year-long study at the University of Maryland by Charles Schwartz, chair and professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. 
 

"Prince George's county is now on the cutting edge of technology for fixing its roads thanks to this pilot program," said Jay Perry, founder and President of Pavement Corporation. "In addition, we expect to add 5-10 jobs in the short-term and 20-30 more with our expansion projections."

 

"Potholes are a quality of life issue, especially for people in Prince George's County," said Derrick Davis, vice chair of the County Council. "We are excited and proud of this program between Prince George's County and Pavement Corporation, as it employs the latest technologies to save our taxpayers millions of dollars in car repairs through faster, longer-lasting pothole patches performed year-round."


 

 College Park Economic Development Report

College Park published its annual economic development report, which reviewed an exciting year for the city that saw progress on over $500 million in development activity. The report looks at trends in the housing, office, and retail markets, while detailing various City initiatives shaping the community. A copy of the report is available here.


   "Think Like a Woman,
But WIN Like a Man"

The Women of Prince George's is hosting its 5th Annual Women of Prince George's Women's Conference on May 19, 8:30am-3pm, at the Newton White Mansion in Upper Marlboro, MD.  The theme for this year's conference is, "Think Like a Woman, But WIN Like a Man."

 

This event will help you understand your best qualities personally and professionally. Stretch yourself within reason and know when to say NO. Treat yourself to this event it will be time well spent! To register for this exciting event, click here.  

                                                          
GoFund Thirsty (for Business) Thursday
Get in on the Action 

 

The Prince George's County EDC started "Thirsty (For Business) Thursday" networking receptions to give leaders in business, non-profits, government officials and community leaders an opportunity to network with each other in a relaxed setting.

  

We need your help to keep Thirsty (For Business) Thursdays a free networking opportunity. These events are funded by the economic development community for the economic development community. So, if you like what we have been doing at T4BT, help us make it the signature event of the region.

 

GoFund Thirsty (for Business) Thursdays

Don't Miss the SPRING VENDOR FAIR
at Romano Winery

Join in the fun at the Spring Vendor Fair at Romano Winery and Vineyard on Saturday, May 2, from 12pm-5pm. You will enjoy an fun-filled afternoon of tastings and a great lineup of vendors. Admission is free. For more information, contact info@romanowinery.com  

 

Romano Winery & vineyard

15715 Bald Eagle School Road

Brandywine, MD

  

"Do More 24" 

  

Powered by the United Way of the National Capital Area, Do More 24 is a local movement that brings together local nonprofits, companies and people committed to making a difference.

 

Through focused online giving on June 4, 2015, Do More 24 provides the opportunity for people to create solutions to our region's most difficult social challenges by determining which issues matter most to them and channeling their funding towards tackling those problems.

 

Do More 24 raises much-needed funding for local nonprofits that create opportunities for underserved populations. To stay up-to-date with all things Do More 24. For more information, visit www.domore24.org  

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UPCOMING EVENTS:        

                 

  • Consecutive dates April 29, May 6 & May 13: Simple Steps for Starting Your Business. Sponsored by SCORE. 1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 350, Largo, MD, 9am-12pm. Cost $125. For more information, contact 301-583-4650
        
  • April 23: Sales Strategies One-on-One Business Clinic. Bowie BIC, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Center for Business, Suite 3100, Bowie, MD, 9am-12pm. For more information, click https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120549092936&format=html&print=truee
      
  • April 30: Working With an Attorney for Your Small Business. Sponsored by EDC. 1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 350, Largo, MD, 9:30am. RSVP to Crystal Ballard at cballard@co.pg.md.us or 301-583-4650
     
  • May 2: Spring Vendor Fair. Sponsored by Romano Winery. 15715 Bald Eagle School Road, Brandywine, MD, 12pm-5pm. FREE!! For more infomation, visit www.romanowinery.com
     
  • May 19:  5th Annual Women of Prince George's Women's Conference. Sponsored by Women of Prince George's. Newton White Mansion, 8:30am-3pm. For more information and to register, click here
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  • May 28: Thirsty (for Business) Thursday. Sponsored by EDC. Location: TBA - stay tuned!
     
  • SAVE THE DATE! June 20: Prince George's County's 1st GREEN JOB FAIR. Vigilante Coffee House, 4327 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD, 2pm-5pm. For more information, contact Meg Kiernan at meg@communityforklift.org

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