“The Maryland Marketing Partnership has the important responsibility of promoting Maryland’s global reputation. Competition for new business and talent is fierce. The state is committed to this effort and invites all Maryland businesses to join us in telling Maryland’s story and showing the world that we are a global leader for innovation and discovery. Together with our financial partners, we are going to make this Maryland’s decade.”

Kevin Anderson, Secretary, Maryland Department of Commerce
Governor Wes Moore at the MMP Reception

The Power of Partnership

Discover the Maryland Marketing Partnership, where businesses join forces to promote Maryland as the premier destination for growing business and building a career. When it comes to attracting businesses and workforce, Maryland is in competition with regions, states, and countries across the globe. To ensure Maryland rises above our competitors, strategic, ongoing marketing is needed.

Here’s where the Maryland Marketing Partnership comes in.

As a Maryland Marketing Partner, you’ll be part of a collective effort to raise awareness about our state’s exceptional assets. Our partnership aims to keep Maryland top of mind for C-level executives and site selectors as they consider business locations, and to make Maryland the premier career destination for high-tech workers.

Why Invest in the Maryland Marketing Partnership

  • Support the state’s economic growth and prosperity
  • Elevate branding that positions Maryland as a great place to do business
  • Help bring more businesses and talent to Maryland
  • Participate in networking opportunities
  • Gain greater visibility for your company
  • Position your business as a Maryland ambassador. Own your part in telling Maryland’s story.

Your Investment at Work

Your investment directly impacts Maryland. As a public-private partnership, we rely on both our partners and the state for funding. The state contributes $1M each year and Commerce marketing staff support the campaign providing strategy, writing, creative design, and digital marketing services.

All private dollars raised directly support the business and workforce attraction advertising campaign. Running in 25 markets around the U.S., U.K. and Canada, the campaign promotes Maryland as a premier business location to key decision-makers in these markets.

Investments from MMP partners help grow and mature our campaign, creating a greater impact on the state’s economic growth and workforce.

Together, We Grow

New businesses mean more jobs, opportunities, and prosperity for all Marylanders. By supporting the Maryland Marketing Partnership, you’ll play a crucial role in promoting our state as the ideal place to do business. Don’t miss this chance to elevate Maryland’s profile and contribute to a thriving economy. Join us today, and let’s grow together.

For more information, please contact Robert Scherr at robert.scherr@maryland.gov.

“The Maryland Marketing Partnership has provided the unique opportunity to expand our network and form partnerships with various companies and organizations across the state. As we’ve joined forces, our marketing reach has grown based on the common goal to introduce new businesses to everything that Maryland has to offer.”

Edward St. John, Founder & Chairman, St. John Properties