TEDCO’s President was reappointed for her final year as Board President in April 2026
COLUMBIA, Md., (May 22, 2026) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced that the organization’s president, Tammi Thomas, was reappointed as president of the Maryland Economic Development Association’s (MEDA) Board of Directors. She began her two-year term on April 28, 2025, during the 2025 MEDA Annual Conference and was reappointed during the 2026 MEDA Annual Conference that took place April 26-28, 2026.
Established in 1961, MEDA is a nonprofit organization of professionals committed to promoting the well-being of Maryland by working to improve the state’s business climate and the professionalism of those in the field of economic development. Each year, the organization puts together a two-day conference, gathering professionals together to help connect across regions, learn about current practices and projects, and brainstorming solutions for Maryland’s continued growth. Currently, the organization includes more than 550 economic development experts.
“During Tammi’s time as president of the MEDA Board has been nothing short of welcoming, energetic and passionate. Her unwavering dedication to Maryland is an inspiration to all of us who have had the honor of knowing her,” shared Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO. “This next year will undoubtably bring even more collaboration, energy and growth to the state—MEDA is lucky to have Tammi to support their ongoing mission of fostering sustainable economic development throughout the state.”
The new executive officers for MEDA’s board includes:
• President – Tammi Thomas, TEDCO
• Vice president – Denise Beaver, Carroll County Department of Economic Development
• Secretary – Allison Akers, Vision Technologies
• Treasurer – Renée Winsky, Bay One Group, LLC.
• Past president – Richard Griffin, City of Frederick
“Over the past year, Tammi has shown up and shown out for Maryland’s economic development ecosystem, and I am thrilled to see her continue in this role bringing her energy and unwavering commitment to uplifting and uniting the diverse regions that make up our great state,” said Pam Ruff, executive director of MEDA.
Throughout her career, Thomas has championed innovation, fostered public-private partnerships and expanded economic opportunities across the state. Her passion and commitment to Maryland’s ecosystem was even recognized by The Daily Record as she joined the 2026 Maryland Top 100 Women, making this her second time recognized for this award.
During her final year as president of MEDA’s Board of Directors, Thomas remains committed to showcasing her unwavering resolve.
“I am truly honored to be reappointed as president of the Board of Directors for an organization that has had a profound impact on my career," expressed Thomas. “MEDA is committed to much more than economic development; the organization is dedicated to creating connections, opening new doors and changing lives for the better. In fact, a recent study announced that, for every $1 invested in county economic development operations over the last three fiscal years, there has been an average generation of $9.18 in combined state and local tax revenue, allowing the state to continue growing. For my final year as president of the Board of Directors, I pledge to remain committed to fostering enhanced collaboration, promoting inclusive growth and upholding the unity that propels our efforts - One Maryland. One Love.”
The full MEDA Board of Directors includes: president, Tammi Thomas, TEDCO; vice president, Denise Beaver, Carroll County Economic Development; secretary, Allison Akers, Vision Technologies; treasurer, Renée Winsky, Bay One Group, LLC; past president, Richard Griffin, City of Frederick; Dawn Medley, FSC First; Lorin Hinton, Baltimore, Gas and Electric; Jerry Sanford, The Harbor Bank of Maryland; John Stalfort, Miles & Stockbridge; Matt Miller, Cumberland Economic Development Corporation; Ebony Stocks; Laurie Babb, Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation; Jamie Williams, Kent County Economic and Tourism Development; Lora Brown, Maryland Small Business Development Center Network; Kellie Hinkle, St. Mary’s County Department of Economic Development; Andrea Mansfield, Manis Canning & Associates; Lori Valentine; Destiny Allen Mitchell, Local Initiatives Support Corporation; Jennifer LaHatte, Baltimore Public Markets Corporation; Ricardo Benn, Maryland Department of Commerce; and Julia Glanz, Maryland’s Department of Housing and Community Development.