A new economic development initiative has launched to recruit lifestyle manufacturing businesses to the Western Maryland region.
Led by Garrett and Allegany counties, “Make it. In the Mountains.” is a business and workforce attraction effort focused on growing the outdoor industry. With more than 150,000 acres of public land and a highly-skilled workforce, the region provides an affordable location for companies seeking an attractive destination with an opportunity for work/life balance.
The initiative is the result of a joint regional recruitment project – funded by a $75,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission – led by both county governments and the Maryland Department of Commerce.
“We are excited to see the launch of this new initiative, which highlights the benefits of doing business in Western Maryland,” said Maryland Commerce Secretary Kevin Anderson. “The work being done between these two counties will raise awareness of the region’s strengths while driving business investment and tourism spending dollars in the area.”
From WheelzUp Adventures to FireFly Farms, a number of lifestyle and manufacturing companies already call Western Maryland home.
