Economic Development and Tourism

Talbot County Announces Business Academy Graduates

04/10/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

The Talbot County Council awarded graduation certificates to 15 participants in the inaugural Talbot Works Business Academy on Tuesday, April 9, at their regular meeting. The cohort of business owners recently completed an 8-week entrepreneurship course that was sponsored by the Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Read more

Talbot County Announces Speaker for Business Appreciation Summit on May 2

04/01/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism hosts the summit in partnership with the Talbot County Economic Development Commission. The annual event celebrates the local business community and honors businesses, projects, and individuals who have made a significant impact in the community. Nearly 200 business, government, and civic leaders will attend. Read more

U.S. Senators Visit Seafood Processing Business in Tilghman

03/15/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

Senators Van Hollen and Cardin, Congressman Harris secured funding in recently enacted FY24 appropriations package. Read more

Kristen Goller Joins Department of Economic Development and Tourism

01/30/2024
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Economic Development and Tourism is pleased announces appointment of Kristen Goller as the Tourism Manager. In this role, Goller will play a pivotal part in advancing the county's tourism initiatives and fostering economic growth through strategic marketing and development efforts. Read more

Start the New Year Outdoors with First Day Hikes in Talbot County

12/19/2023
Category: Parks and Recreation Economic Development and Tourism

Taking a First Day Hike is an annual tradition, a fun healthy way to welcome in the new year. Read more

Free Training for Business Owners With Talbot Works Business Academy

12/13/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism will launch its new Talbot Works Business Academy, a free online business training program to help small businesses succeed and grow, in early 2024. Read more

Nominations Open for Talbot County's Community Impact Awards

11/30/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Economic Development Commission are now accepting online nominations for the 2023 Community Impact Awards. Read more

Talbot County Hosts Coffee and Conservation at Waterfowl Festival, Nov. 10

11/02/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism will again team up with the Waterfowl Festival to host Coffee and Conservation, a networking event to celebrate the opening of the festival’s 52nd year. Read more

Governor’s Special Secretary Maria Martinez Speaks at Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair in Easton

10/27/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Providing resources and connections for minority business start-ups and expanding businesses Read more

Departments Urge Best Practices as Part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month

10/19/2023
Category: Emergency Services Economic Development and Tourism

To recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES) and the Department of Technical Services have partnered share best practices for cybersecurity. The public awareness campaign, coined “Talbot Secure”, will run on Talbot County Emergency Service’s social media in October. Read more

Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair Scheduled for Oct. 14 in Easton

10/13/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Small business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend the Talbot County Minority Business Resource Fair on Saturday, October 14 from 4-7 p.m. at the Waterfowl Festival Building in downtown Easton. The event is free, including childcare provided for participants. Read more

Talbot County Free Library Offers Resources for Businesses

10/05/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

The Talbot County Free Library offers many free services and programs to those running a business, searching for a job, or looking to improve skills. All one needs is a library card. Read more

USDA Rural Utilities Service Visits County

09/29/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism

Easton Utilities welcomed more than 60 representatives from the USDA Rural Utility Service Telecommunications Programs on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at Triple Creek Winery in Cordova for a first-hand view of Connect Talbot, a broadband expansion project partially funded by a USDA Rural e-Connectivity grant. Read more

Talbot County Announces 2023 Community Impact Award Winners

05/05/2023
Category: Economic Development and Tourism County Council

Talbot County business leaders gathered on Wednesday, May 3 in the Tidewater Inn’s Gold Ballroom for the 16th Talbot County Business Appreciation Breakfast and presentation of the 2023 Community Impact Awards. Read more