Westminster, MD, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – Carroll County Economic Development is pleased to announce that department Director Denise Beaver, CEcD, was re-elected Vice President of the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) Board of Directors for a second term.  The vote occurred during MEDA’s annual conference April 26-28, 2026.  Director Beaver previously served as MEDA Secretary and Program and Membership Co-Chair.

MEDA is a nonprofit organization of economic development professionals. Established in 1961, MEDA members promote the economic well-being of Maryland by working to improve the state’s business climate and the professionalism of those in the field of economic development. MEDA’s membership includes economic development practitioners employed by government, business, and chambers of commerce, as well as other professionals with an interest in the economy of Maryland. Through its regular meetings, special programs, and projects, members address such diverse issues as local planning, workforce, transportation, international trade, tourism, and finance.

"I am excited to continue in my role as Vice President of MEDA," said Beaver. "The board will continue to collaborate with all state, regional, and local jurisdictions and their leadership teams as we strive to further economic progress in the state of Maryland. Together, we are strengthening Maryland’s business climate to navigate challenging economic times and build our local communities.”

To learn more about the Carroll County Economic Development, email info@carrollbiz.org, visit carrollbiz.org, follow on Facebook, or call 410-386-2070.

Tammi Thomas, TEDCO; Richard Griffin, City of Frederick; Renee Winsky, Bay One Group, LLC; Allison Akers, Vision Technologies; Denise Beaver, Carroll County Economic Development