The Baltimore Banner's Engaging Baltimore County

Join The Baltimore Banner in Baltimore County for a Morning of Insight and Impact. 

This vibrant morning will unite the region’s most influential leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping our county’s future. Engage in thought-provoking panels, moderated by our newsroom, covering critical topics like economic revitalization, workforce development, healthcare, higher education, and housing. Hear from prominent business, political, and civic leaders, including special guests invited by The Banner, as they explore key issues such as the Sparrows Point Container Terminal Project and the future of affordable housing.

This event is free to attend thanks to our sponsors, but registration is required. 

Doors open at 8:30am for complimentary breakfast and networking. Complimentary breakfast is provided by THB. 

Program and panel discussions will begin promptly at 9:00am - 11:00am. 

AGENDA

Remarks by County Executive Kathy Klausmeier

​Panel Conversation: The Revitalization of Sparrows Point:

Including growth of the region, various incentives on moving to the area, workforce development

Moderator: Julie Scharper, Enterprise Reporter, The Baltimore Banner​​​

Anya Malkov, Head of Maryland Public Policy and Senior Manager, State and Local Public Policy, Amazon

Congressman Johnny Olszewski

Aaron Tomarchio, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Tradepoint Atlantic

Richelle Webb Dixon, Chief Administrator Officer, University of Maryland Medical System 

Panel Conversation: Baltimore County’s Affordable Housing Challenge​​​

Moderator: Hallie Miller, Housing Reporter, The Baltimore Banner

Terry Hickey, Director, Department of Housing and Community Development, Baltimore County

 Councilman Julian E. Jones, Jr.

Panel Conversation: Are our schools doing enough to produce the work force challenges ahead?:

Unique partnerships are helping to close the gaps in health care and beyond

Moderator: Julie Bykowicz, Business and Enterprise Editor, The Baltimore Banner

Nicole Beeson, DNP, MBA, RN, CENP, Senior Vice President, Patient Care Services & Chief Nursing Officer, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center

Dr. Mark R. Ginsberg, President, Towson University 

Dr. Sandra L. Kurtinitis, President, Community College of Baltimore County 

Interested in seeing more of Sparrows Point?

Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Tradepoint Atlantic — the transformative industrial hub driving Maryland’s economic future. This special tour offers a rare opportunity to see firsthand how global trade, logistics, and infrastructure are shaping industries, careers, and communities across the state. Limited to a select number of guests.

Tour run time will be just about an hour, starting at 11:15am.

Limited seats available. First come, first serve basis.

To reserve your spot email: events@TheBaltimoreBanner.com. 

Thank you to our sponsors: Amazon, University of Maryland Medical System, Tradepoint Atlantic, Towson University, and Niagara Cares.