Kent County Economic and Tourism Development Email Format
Government AdministrationMaryland, United States2-10 Employees
Kent County Economic and Tourism Development is a government administration office charged with preserving economic and social prosperity in Kent County while supporting the growth of the local business community. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, the organization combines responsibilities for economic development and tourism to serve the county’s business and civic ecosystem. As a small public sector entity, it provides guidance, coordination, and resources to local businesses and related stakeholders. Its work targets local business owners, planning and development interests, and the wider community, addressing needs tied to business expansion, planning, housing, and zoning alongside tourism initiatives. In 2026, the agency appointed a Chief Financial Officer and a Director of Planning, Housing, and Zoning, signaling an expansion of leadership capacity. In its tourism capacity, Kent County Tourism—also known as Visit Central Delaware—has hosted events such as a Celebration of Tourism Luncheon, underscoring its role in promoting visitor activity in the county.