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Lt. Governor Rutherford, Assistant Secretary Riford on Hand for Henry Parks Marker Unveiling

On October 21, Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford and Assistant Secretary of Commerce Tom Riford were on hand for the unveiling of a new historical marker commemorating the life of entrepreneur and civil rights pioneer Henry G. Parks Jr. In 1951, Parks founded the Parks Sausage Co., which became the first Black-owned, publicly traded company. Parks went on to serve his Maryland community as a politician and economic development strategist. The marker, which is located in Baltimore near M&T Bank Stadium, marks the site of the Parks Sausage facility. The marker was placed by the Maryland Historical Trust and Maryland State Highway Administration in cooperation with the Maryland Stadium Authority.

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Register Now and Encourage Hotel Stays Through OTD’s “Open For the Holidays” Promotion

Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center Foyer

There’s nothing like coming home to Maryland for the holidays, but this year, why not make that homecoming a little sweeter with just a bit of space? OTD’s “Home For the Holidays” campaign encourages travelers to get the best of both worlds: great times with family, and the ease and comfort of a hotel stay. OTD and its partners have developed hotel packages, as well as other deals and discounts, and will be supporting the effort with digital advertising and a social media campaign. For more information, email Rich Gilbert, Travel Trade Sales Manager, at [email protected]. To register your "Home For the Holidays" discount package deal, click on the button below.

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OTD’s Matthew Scales Addresses 2021 SEE Conference

Matthew Scales, Public Relations Specialist, OTD, was a panelist for Crowdriff's 2021 "Seek, Explore, Experience" Conference. The conference, held virtually in early November, gathered forward-thinking travel and tourism marketers to explore the new frameworks top organizations are using to reach their audiences. Scales’ panel was called “Collaboration or Competition: Tips for Leaning into Your Tourism Network.”

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Maryland Heritage Area Authority Seeks Grant Reviewers

The Maryland Heritage Area Authority (MHAA) is accepting applications and nominations for grant reviewers. Those currently serving on the MHAA or on the boards of directors for the 13 local heritage areas are not eligible. Other interested parties are encouraged to apply. A webinar for potential panelists will be held on November 15, at 2 pm. For more information on the webinar as well as grant guidelines, follow this link. To apply to become a grant reviewer, or to nominate a potential grant reviewer, click here.

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