The non-profit organization provides financing, technical assistance, and regulatory guidance to businesses of all sizes and sectors. It plays a vital role in enhancing commercial districts, improving county infrastructure, and promoting high-value business sectors such as technology and national security. Founded in 1993 and based in Annapolis, Maryland, the AAEDC fosters community revitalization initiatives and assists large corporations, small businesses, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Its mission is to increase job opportunities, expand the tax base, and improve the quality of life in Anne Arundel County.