Washington County Maryland Department of Business Development Names Director
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In these roles, Lewis initiated and implemented statewide programs forging coalitions with multiple stakeholders to address particular business issues. Examples include TEAM Maryland Network to increase small business win rates for federal government contracts and Credit Connections to increase businesses' access to capital.
Additionally, she and her team executed events, cultivated relationships with prospective businesses, provided insight into available real estate and prepared data packages to showcase
Prior to her tenure with Maryland DBED, Lewis served as Manager Special Markets with the
Her leadership efforts to attract/retain jobs and to resolve business issues have included working with companies such as Federal Express,
"From her longstanding relationships with DBED, to her feet on the street success in county level business and economic development, Kassie's skillset and experience uniquely match our organizational needs," said
"We wanted the candidate with the strongest credentials to build upon the growth efforts already underway in our community and we've found that with this hire. Kassie's outside perspective will help in identifying fresh opportunities to advance economic development opportunities for
Lewis holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from
In her new role, Lewis will serve as the primary sales and development driver for the County and act as staff liaison to the Economic Development Commission Board. Lewis will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategic programs to encourage business relocation, retention, and expansion in
She will continue building on the work of DBD staff and further forge partnerships with state, local and community organizations while connecting with existing businesses to help them navigate retention and expansion resources. Lewis will also manage DBD staff and new business development and retention initiatives under the direction of Assistant County Administrator
Lewis's office will be located at
For media interested in more information, contact Public Relations and Community Affairs Manager
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About the Washington County Department of Business Development
Washington County Department of Business Development (DBD) is a county agency providing assistance to new and expanding businesses throughout
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