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As positions at the Howard County Economic Development Authority and Maryland Innovation Center become available, they will be posted here. All resumes, cover letters, and salary expectations can be sent to EDAJobs@hceda.org for processing.
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Tools & Resources
Maryland Innovation Center (MIC)
The Maryland Innovation Center (MIC) in Howard County serves as a hub for growth-minded small businesses. Powered by Howard County EDA staff, the MIC has nurtured hundreds of resident members in their journey to business success.
Minority-Owned Business Directory
If you’re looking to start or grow your minority-owned business, HCEDA’s community-driven directory is a powerful tool to drive awareness and discover new business opportunities.
Taxes & Incentives
Howard County and the state of Maryland and Howard County offers small business tax credits, job creation tax credits and enhanced tax benefits targeted at businesses situated within designated opportunity zones.
Featured News + Events
Libraries That Power Our Economy
Howard County is moving forward with a bold new Central Library at the Columbia Lakefront—a transformational project that will serve as both a civic anchor and economic engine for years to come. As County Executive Calvin Ball and HCLS President & CEO Tonya Aikens announced renewed momentum for the project, we are proud to release
SphereHub to Compete at Pumpkin Pitch 2025
The Pumpkin Pitch 2025 is right around the corner and the Maryland Innovation Center will once again open its stage to five promising startups on Tuesday, October 7, from 5–8 PM. Each company has a story, a vision and a solution to some of today’s most pressing challenges. This year, SphereHub is one of the
Appellate Takes the Stage at Pumpkin Pitch
The countdown is on for Pumpkin Pitch 2025, one of Howard County’s most exciting celebrations of entrepreneurship and innovation. On Tuesday, October 7, from 5–8 PM at the Maryland Innovation Center, five incredible startups will pitch their ideas live for a chance to win $10,000 in prizes. Among them is Appellate, a company tackling a