Andre Johnson: When minority and women-owned businesses thrive, so does the county | GUEST COMMENTARY

As a representative of District 34A in Harford County, my goal has always been to socially and economically develop our community, aligning with the governor’s vision of “leaving no one behind.”

Cultivating diversity in entrepreneurship is integral to our community’s economic and social development. In fact, according to the U.S Department of Commerce, minority businesses generate $2 trillion every year nationwide. I have always advocated for local minority and women-owned businesses to foster an inclusive and dynamic marketplace.