Advantages of Outsourcing Technical Writing Projects
Many businesses are reluctant to outsource their technical writing projects, and understandably so. After all, they know the ins and outs of their business better than anyone. However, knowing the processes and communicating them through a manual in a way that is easy to follow is a very different scenario. Creating a Document That is […]
What You May Not Know About Minority-Owned Businesses
Applied Development is a minority-owned business with an interest in supporting other minority-owned businesses, especially in the Baltimore area. 2020 has been a turbulent year for all small businesses, but for minority businesses in particular. Shedding light on these companies and understanding their needs and how they operate has never been more important than it […]
A Candid Conversation with Co-Founder and COO, Biffrey Braxton
Today, we’re sitting down with co-founder and COO of Applied Development, Biffrey Braxton to talk about his experiences as a Baltimore business executive! What is your proudest business accomplishment? My proudest business accomplishment is instituting a company culture that values people. It was particularly satisfying to hear our employees talking to each other and clients […]
How to Support Veteran-Owned Businesses
May is Military Appreciation Month. It is a time for us to reflect on the hard work that our military does every day to help preserve our freedom and keep us safe. This month, we are especially grateful veterans who have bravely served our country and are continuing to serve differently as civilians. People who […]
3 Ways Strategic Communications Help Align Your Organization
When you approach client, customer, and even employee communications without a specific strategy or goal, it can cause confusion and result in misinformation. That’s why having a plan in place for internal and external communications is critical. Creating a strategic communications plan with your executive team and other organization leaders can help align your organization […]
Applied Development Named to The Inc. 5000 Series: DC Metro’s Top Companies
We are proud to announce that Applied Development has been named to the inaugural Inc. 5000 Series: DC Metro’s Top Companies list. We achieved 329% growth from 2016-2018, allowing us to take the number 27 spot among the 250 fastest growing companies in the D.C., Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia metropolitan region. About the Companies on […]
Kimberly Citizen Appointed to HASA Board of Directors
We’re excited to announce that Applied Development CEO, Kimberly Citizen, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Hearing and Speech Agency of Baltimore (HASA). This organization aligns very closely with our vision for Applied Development: to empower people of all abilities to share their brilliance. About HASA HASA was founded in the […]
How a Veteran-owned Business Serves Employees and Clients
Applied Development is a veteran-owned business – and proud to be one. CEO Kimberly Citizen spent years in the service with the United States Army. While she was there, she learned valuable leadership skills and received numerous awards and citations. Now, as a result of her service, she’s better able to serve her employees, clients, […]
Introducing Citizen CEO
Applied Development prides itself in giving back to the community any way it can and encourages employees to place a focus on supporting the causes that they believe in. Founder Kimberly Citizen is no exception to this rule. In fact, she’s leading the way by giving back to other female entrepreneurs through her new podcast, […]
How Strategic Communications Improves Your Business
Most companies and investors know that businesses do better with a plan. Businesses also do better with a plan includes that includes more than just the basics on the bottom line. At Applied Development, our goal is to champion the rights of all people to share their brilliance. As part of that mission, we believe […]