Business, government, and community leaders gather to mark milestones in Baltimore’s inclusive economic growth strategy
The Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) released the Baltimore Together 2025 Progress Report during the fourth annual Baltimore Together Summit, showcasing the city’s continued momentum toward building a more inclusive, equitable, and resilient economy.
Held from October 27 through October 30, the Summit opened at the M&T Bank Exchange before expanding across 15 partner venues throughout Baltimore. The multi-day convening brought together business leaders, elected officials, nonprofit partners, and residents to reflect on progress made under Baltimore’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and to chart the path forward.
The newly released Progress Report serves as a key update on Baltimore Together, the city’s five-year economic development roadmap. This year’s report emphasizes strengthened collaboration with existing partners and highlights the critical role of stakeholders who support city-based businesses while advancing place-based economic initiatives across Baltimore’s neighborhoods. The full Baltimore Together 2025 Progress Report can be accessed here:
https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/667c2f53bd66ef855603cb6e/68f1139d29a612cccac2ec04_Progress%20Report%202025%20-%20Interactive.pdf
“This year’s Baltimore Together Summit proved what’s possible when our city moves with unity, purpose, and ambition,” said Otis Rolley, president and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corporation. “The conversations, collaborations, and commitments we witnessed underscore a simple truth: Baltimore’s future is being built by the people and partners who show up for it. I’m proud of the momentum we’re creating together and even more excited for the work ahead.”
The Summit’s opening day spotlighted Baltimore’s growing economic momentum, featuring conversations on advancing equitable growth, the public-private partnerships driving major investments, and the businesses choosing to establish and expand their footprint in the city. Leaders from across sectors shared insights on how collaboration and innovation are shaping Baltimore’s economic resurgence.
Throughout the week, participants engaged in 15 workshops hosted across the city, addressing topics such as collaboration, equity, data-driven strategy, sustainable development, and expanding economic opportunity. The 2025 Summit marked a record year for participation, drawing more than 1,017 attendees citywide. A recording of the opening-day programming is available online.
The Summit was made possible through the support of lead sponsors including BGE, Bloomberg Philanthropies, CFG Bank, M&T Bank, and the West North Avenue Development Authority.
Baltimore Together is rooted in the belief that economic growth must be inclusive to be sustainable. The initiative reflects the collective efforts of individuals, organizations, and institutions committed to ensuring that Baltimore’s economic future creates opportunity for all residents.
Community members and stakeholders are encouraged to read the 2025 Progress Report and accompanying Implementation Matrix and to get involved by contacting baltimoretogether@justeconomy.com.
About the Baltimore Development Corporation
The Baltimore Development Corporation is the economic development entity for the City of Baltimore. Its mission is to grow the city’s economy in an inclusive manner by retaining, expanding, and attracting businesses and promoting investment that increases career opportunities for residents.
About Baltimore Together
Baltimore Together: A Platform for Inclusive Prosperity is the result of a two-year, citywide process to develop Baltimore’s five-year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. More than 300 voices from business, government, and community organizations contributed insights and recommendations. More than a report, Baltimore Together represents a long-term commitment to inclusive and equitable economic growth so that all Baltimoreans have the opportunity to succeed.