Business Appreciation Week

Business Appreciation Week 2026 Visit Nomination Form

In partnership with County Executive Calvin Ball, each year, Howard County Economic Development Authority celebrates local businesses during Business Appreciation Week by sending ambassadors visit businesses across the county—spotlighting success, assessing needs, and connecting directly with the businesses that power our local economy.

During Business Appreciation Week, each business receives:

• An in-person business visit from County leaders and decision makers, HCEDA staff, and community partners
• Certificate of Appreciation
• Business Support Information & Resources
• Follow up from HCEDA Business Development team (if needed)
• An opportunity to be featured in marketing campaigns highlighting local businesses

We invite you to nominate a Howard County business you believe deserves recognition during Business Appreciation Week 2026—your input helps us recognize and support a broader, more diverse range of local businesses.

Nominate Today!

General registration will open in July 2026.