St. Mary’s County has named Cynthia “Cindy” Greb as the new Director of its Department of Economic Development (DED), bringing over four decades of expertise in community planning, environmental stewardship, and large-scale infrastructure initiatives. Greb’s appointment underscores the county’s commitment to sustainable economic advancement and strategic regional collaboration.
Greb has held leadership roles across diverse sectors, including directing major real estate developments and managing natural resource programs on military installations. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of the Center for Career and Professional Development at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, where she advanced workforce development strategies aligned with regional economic goals. Her work has consistently bridged education, employment, and long-term economic resilience.
In her new role, Greb will focus on strengthening existing business networks, attracting new investment, and enhancing tourism and quality-of-life assets. She emphasized the county’s unique advantages, including a skilled labor force, innovative industries, and abundant cultural and ecological resources. “I look forward to building on current partnerships and forging new ones to support inclusive growth and a dynamic local economy,” Greb stated.
Throughout her career, Greb has contributed to comprehensive land-use planning, zoning reforms, and conservation efforts in coordination with federal, state, and local agencies. She has delivered presentations to national organizations for more than 30 years, advocating for development models that balance progress with environmental responsibility.
The Department of Economic Development plays a central role in expanding St. Mary’s economic base by supporting entrepreneurship, facilitating job creation, and promoting strategic investments that ensure long-term prosperity.
— news from Maryland Association of Counties
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St. Mary’s Welcomes New Director of Economic Development
St. Mary’s County has announced the appointment of Cynthia “Cindy” Greb as the new Director of the Department of Economic Development (DED).
Ms. Greb brings more than 40 years of experience in community and economic development, environmental land planning, and large-scale real estate and infrastructure projects.
From the press release:
“I am honored to join St. Mary’s County Government as Director of Economic Development and to continue serving my community. Our county is uniquely positioned with its strong workforce, innovative employers, and rich natural and cultural resources. I look forward to building on existing partnerships and creating new ones to support sustainable growth, workforce development, and a resilient, thriving local economy.”
Greb currently serves as Executive Director of the Center for Career and Professional Development at St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM), where she leads initiatives that connect education, workforce, and regional economic growth. Greb’s career includes leading major real estate development projects; managing natural resource and infrastructure projects on military installations; and championing regional land preservation alongside local, state, and federal partners.
She has presented to local, state, and national organizations for more than three decades, contributing to zoning ordinances, comprehensive land planning efforts, and thoughtful development practices that balance growth and environmental stewardship.
The Department of Economic Development works to strengthen St. Mary’s County’s economy by supporting existing businesses, attracting new employers and investment, promoting tourism and quality of life assets, and advancing strategic initiatives that foster a diverse and resilient economic base.