Meeting Business Needs Today! Anne Arundel County is strategically located in the Baltimore/Washington DC corridor, the nations fourth largest marketplace. Over 14, 000 businesses are located in Anne Arundel County. Meeting the needs of these businesses is our mission and is the heart of everything we do at Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation ( AAEDC ). We are committed to supporting the growth and success of our businesses through marketing, business development, and services that help you address the challenges of todays business environment. Let us help you grow your business! For additional information please contact us or call 410-222-7410 to speak to a business development professional.