Maryland Department of Commerce

The Maryland Department of Commerce, established in 1884 and based in Baltimore, serves as the state's primary economic development agency. Its mission is to stimulate private investment and job creation by attracting new businesses and supporting the growth and retention of existing companies. The agency provides workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland businesses, enhancing their competitiveness. Additionally, it promotes the state's economic advantages, marketing local products and services both domestically and internationally to foster economic development, trade, and tourism.