Boonchaisri Joins Department of Economic Development

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md., -- June 30, 2004 -- The Calvert County, Maryland Department of Economic Development is pleased to announce that Danita Boonchaisri has joined their staff as marketing and communications specialist.

Formerly with the College of Southern Maryland as director of the Small Business Development Center and the Entrepreneur and Leadership Center, Boonchaisri brings with her a wide range of skills in economic development, small business management, strategic planning, marketing and public relations. She has over twelve years of experience in a variety of high-profile positions and spent six years managing programs and services for nonprofit organizations.

In addition, she holds a master's degree in management and a bachelor's degree in communi-cations from the University of Maryland University College. Boonchaisri's immediate focus will be on helping the Department of Economic Development satisfy their mission of enhancing the economy of Calvert County by promoting quality economic development and tourism.

“The quantity and diversity of businesses in this county offer excellent opportunities for marketing and promotion,” said Boonchaisri. “From the vendors and anchor tenants at the Calvert Country Market, to the high-tech manufacturers in the Industrial Park, to the numerous tourist destinations and upcoming development of the Patuxent Business Park, Calvert County has so much to offer. Great things are happening here and I’m thrilled to be a part of the action."

For more information on the Calvert County, Maryland Department of Economic Development, our visitor sites and attractions and the services available to assist County businesses, call 410.535.4583, 800.331.9771 or 301.855.1880; or send an e-mail to info@ecalvert.com