Via Press Release:
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of Walter L. Simmons as acting secretary of the newly-established Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility. Simmons will lead the agency’s work to support social equity programs across State government and streamline Maryland’s approach to supporting small and disadvantaged businesses. He will assume the post as acting secretary on October 20.
“In order to build a growing economy, we need to create an inclusive economy,” said Gov. Moore. “The new Department of Social and Economic Mobility will help ensure that all Marylanders have access to work, wages, and wealth—no matter their starting point or destination. Walter has the experience, wisdom, and vision to lead this critical agency. And under his leadership, we will continue our work to leave no one behind.”…