Minority business enterprises (MBEs) in Maryland miss out on billions of dollars in contracts because of* systemic barriers. The Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce is bringing together MBEs, corporate procurement leaders, prime contractors, policymakers, and economic development stakeholders on May 15 to discuss ways to address disparities in contracting and reshape the procurement process in Baltimore and the state.
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Maryland’s 2024 year-end data highlights promising trends for residents
Maryland added nearly 2,300 jobs in October and November 2024, with the unemployment rate being lower than the national rate, and minority-owned businesses may have contributed to the upward trend in hiring.
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Year in review: A look at Brooke Lierman’s first year as comptroller of Maryland
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com As Brooke Lierman’s first year as comptroller comes to a close, the AFRO reflects on her accomplishments and goals as Maryland’s chief financial officer and general accountant. In 2023, the Comptroller’s Office of Maryland processed more than $2.7 million in tax returns and sent out $1.8 million in refunds valued […]