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Attending the Maryland Chamber of Commerce HYPE event at Tradepoint Atlantic yesterday was truly inspiring. GBCC President Beth Rheingold, Ph.D. and Board Member Jake Max got to tour this massive hub of logistical ingenuity. Look for the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the background (photos below). Tradepoint Atlantic is playing a vital role in its multi-phase repair. The panel discussions were insightful, especially hearing from our very own Jonathan Sachs, MBA, FACHE, PCC of the Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development. His perspectives on ways to advance in your career were engaging. Ask him about corporate softball—and his BOOK! 😉 Tradepoint Atlantic stands as a testament to transformative redevelopment. Once the site of the Bethlehem Steel mill, it has been reimagined into a 3,300-acre global logistics hub, attracting over 50 world-class tenants and generating more than 13,000 permanent jobs. Notable companies like Amazon, FedEx, Under Armour, and McCormick & Company have established significant operations here, leveraging the site’s strategic location and infrastructure. We toured this mega site by bus, led by corporate security as we witnessed luxury cars being driven off of a cargo ship by longshoremen. Truly eye-opening. The integration of advanced technologies, such as mobile geo-tracking for real-time security and operational efficiency, underscores Tradepoint Atlantic’s commitment to innovation and international security measures for a busy transportation crossroads. This approach not only enhances safety but also optimizes the flow of goods, solidifying its position as a premier logistics and distribution center—right here in Baltimore County! An often-overlooked aspect of this transformation is the innovative reuse of slag—the byproduct of steelmaking. Far from being just a pile of rocks, slag is repurposed in various applications, including road construction, cement production, and soil stabilization. This not only mitigates environmental impact but also contributes to the circular economy by turning industrial waste into valuable resources. Witnessing the evolution of Tradepoint Atlantic reinforces the impact of visionary leadership and the investment of a private company in driving economic resurgence. It’s a powerful example of how strategic investment and collaboration can revitalize communities and foster sustainable growth. Thank you Whitney Harmel and Mary Kane and Team for a great event! #TradepointAtlantic #greaterbaltimorechamber #EconomicDevelopment #LogisticsHub #PublicPrivatePartnerships #BaltimoreCounty #HYPEEvent #WorkforceDevelopment #SustainableInnovation