MEDIA ADVISORY

Mayor: Jennifer P. Dougherty

Contact: Heather Galbraith
Phone: 301-698-8118
Date: September 2, 2003
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The City of Frederick Welcomes New Business Development Specialist

The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development (DED) is excited to announce the addition of a Business Development Specialist. Susan Jessee comes to the department with six years of experience in business development, in addition to extensive experience in the bioscience industry.
Born and raised in Frederick, Mrs. Jessee received both her B.A. in biology and her MBA from Hood College. Her expertise in the bioscience industry is a valuable asset to DED, enhancing the City's ability to target this core industry sector.

As Business Development Specialist, Mrs. Jessee will focus on the retention and recruitment of businesses to The City of Frederick. In addition, she will work on various projects aimed at achieving the goals and priorities of DED, which include job creation, infrastructure development, downtown revitalization, and corridor revitalization.

DED was created in July of 2002 with 2 employees. Through successes such as the Golden Mile Revitalization District and Community Legacy Project, as well as up-and-coming initiatives such as the Carroll Creek Project and the Fort Detrick Alliance, the time was right for expansion within the department.

DED is located at 104 North Court Street in Downtown Frederick. For more on any of their projects and initiatives call 301.698.8118 or visit www.cityoffrederick.com.