Webinar: A Blueprint for P3 Success: Raising the Bar with Maryland’s New Playbook by Energy Group Webinars

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A Blueprint for P3 Success: Raising the Bar with Maryland’s New Playbook

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As states look to deliver infrastructure more efficiently, Maryland is emerging as a model for how to build a strong, scalable P3 framework.

With the launch of its new Center for Public-Private Partnerships at Maryland Economic Development Corporation, the state is taking a more structured, proactive approach to attracting private investment and advancing critical projects.

In partnership with Global Infrastructure Investor Association, this webinar will unpack the policies, pipeline, and practical steps behind Maryland’s approach. We’ll highlight key opportunities and explore how other states can replicate this model to unlock investment and deliver infrastructure more effectively.

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Tuesday, August 25, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (US & Canada) (GMT -4:00)

Presenters

Jaclyn Hartman, Assistant Secretary for Transportation Investments Maryland Department of Transportation

Most recently serving as MDOT’s Chief Financial Officer and Director of the Office of Public-Private Partnerships, Secretary Wiedefeld named Jaclyn as the new Assistant Secretary for Transportation Investments. Jaclyn has extensive knowledge in these areas as well as the ability to develop creative solutions to solve fiscal issues. Prior to joining MDOT, Jaclyn worked for the Maryland Transportation Authority and the Department of Legislative Services. During her career, she has worked on both the legislative and executive branch sides of Maryland’s P3 projects and served as committee staff for the Joint Legislative and Executive Commission on Oversight of Public-Private Partnerships, which created Maryland’s statutory framework for P3s. Jaclyn has a bachelor’s degree in political science from Elon University and a master’s degree in public policy from the University of Maryland.

J. Thomas Sadowski, Chief Executive Officer, Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO)

Tom has led more than $15 billion in development projects throughout his career, generating over 50,000 jobs and delivering major military, research, housing, infrastructure, and technology initiatives. His experience includes securing the 2005 BRAC win for Aberdeen Proving Ground, developing transit-oriented projects, and supporting critical computing facilities serving military communities across Maryland.

Since joining MEDCO, Tom has increased revenues and project activity by more than 150%, earning national recognition for innovative public-private partnership projects. In 2025, he led MEDCO to its most productive year in its 40-year history, issuing over $1.6 billion in revenue bond financing, and launching the new Maryland Center for Public/Private Partnerships at MEDCO. His work focuses on leveraging public-private partnerships to drive investment, infrastructure development, job creation, and economic growth across Maryland.

David Quam, US Senior Advisor, Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA)