David S. Iannucci, an attorney with the Firm’s Government Relations Practice Group, assists clients advising on economic development matters. Mr. Iannucci has vast and significant knowledge of the economic development aspects and processes in Maryland. Over the last 50 years he has navigated government real estate and economic development projects in a myriad of ways. Prior to joining our Firm, David was the President and CEO of the Prince George’s Economic Development Corporation where he led and managed the County’s agency for seven years.

His background also expanses his experience in serving as the Secretary of the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development, Chief Legislative Officer to the Governor of Maryland, Executive Director of the Baltimore County Department of Economic Development, and he served as Assistant Deputy Chief Administrative Officer under former County Executive Rushern Baker.

In Prince George’s County, Mr. Iannucci played a prominent role with the County’s key initiatives such as the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters, the University of Maryland Medical Center, the Purple Line, multiple Transit Oriented Development projects, and the County’s covid business relief efforts. Mr. Iannucci was part of Governor Schaefer’s team that successfully advocated for legislative authorization for Camden Yards. Under his leadership as Secretary, Morgan Stanley was convinced to locate new offices in Baltimore City. Mr. Iannucci has led and participated in economic development missions to China, Japan, Brazil, India, the U.K, France, and Germany.

Mr. Iannucci is a 1979 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law, and a 1974 graduate of the University of Maryland College Park. David S. Iannucci is also a former President of the Maryland Economic Development Association and is a member of the MEDA Hall of Fame.

Professional Qualifications

  • Vast knowledge and experience in serving as the former President and CEO of the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation in the County Executive’s office overseeing multiple economic development agencies.
  • Encompasses a wealth of experience in serving in many positions within State and local government.
  • Seasoned professional in playing a prominent role with the County’s key initiatives such as the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters, the University of Maryland Medical Center, the Purple Line, multiple Transit Oriented Development projects, and the County’s covid business relief efforts.
  • Successful advocation for legislative authorization for Camden Yards and under his leadership as Secretary, Morgan Stanley was convinced to locate new offices in Baltimore City.
  • Effective leadership and participation in economic development missions including China, Japan, Brazil, India, the U.K, France, and Germany.
  • Admitted to the Maryland Economic Development association Hall of Fame.

Work Experience

  • Attorney; O'Malley, Miles, Nylen & Gilmore, P.A., Greenbelt, Maryland (July 2025 to Present)
    • Primary practice concentrations in government relation practice with an emphasis in economic development matters.
  • President, Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation, Largo, Maryland (2018 – 2024)
    • Leadership and management of County economic development agency charged with business attraction and retention initiatives.
    • Major focus on revitalization and redevelopment of inner beltway commercial centers, including addressing food security issues.
    • Established key programming in support of economic development proximate to University of Maryland College Park Discovery District, with emphasis on sectors such as quantum computing, cybersecurity, robotics, etc.
    • Advocated for and supported legislative changes to enable data centers to locate in County.
    • Creation of new 2023 Economic Development Strategy for Prince George’s County.
    • Led the dramatic pivot of organization during Covid-19 pandemic to administer over $44 million in grants to approximately 2,000 small businesses, saving 6,000 jobs.
    • Named Md. Co-Chair of ConnectedDMV REDS Steering Committee and member of ConnectedDMV Board of Trustees
  • Assistant Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Economic Development, Largo, Maryland (2011 – 2018)
    • Oversight of economic development cluster in County, including Economic Development Corporation, FSC First, and Convention and Tourism Bureau.
    • Initiated and implemented County Executive’s $50 million Economic Development Incentive Fund, establishing powerful new tool for County in retaining and attracting businesses.
    • Directed creation of new economic development strategy for County, resulting in Prince George’s County leading all jurisdictions in Maryland for job growth from 2014-2019 and created new Transit Oriented Development strategy for County.
    • Led Prince George’s County effort to attract consolidated high security campus for FBI Headquarters and 11,000 employees.
    • Management and oversight of local business incentives and economic development programs, including small/minority business support services.
  • Executive Director, Baltimore County Department of Economic Development, Towson, Maryland (2003 – 2010)
    • Leadership and management of County economic development agency charged with advocacy and support of business retention and prospect attraction efforts and revitalization and redevelopment of older business and commercial districts within county.
    • Responsible at local level for job growth, business attraction and retention, facilitation and coordination in support of businesses seeking county permits and regulatory approval, and promotion and marketing efforts on behalf of Baltimore County economic development and commercial revitalization.
  • Secretary, Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development, Baltimore, Maryland (2000 – 2003)
    • Leadership, management, and oversight of 330 employees, $140 million annual budget State agency charged with primary role in economic development, job growth and retention, workforce development, and promotion and marketing of Maryland.
    • Leading role in major economic development successes such as Marriott International, GM Allison Transmission, Closetmaid, and Morgan Stanley projects.
    • International marketing sales efforts on behalf of State, with focus on biosciences and information technology, and leading role in State trade missions to China and Western Europe.
    • Primary advocate for program initiatives for small and minority businesses, technology parks in proximity to institutions of higher education, and business retention.
  • Deputy Secretary, Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development, Baltimore, Maryland (1998 – 2000)
    • Operational oversight and management of agency.
    • With Secretary, prospect development and deal negotiation and implementation.
    • Major responsibilities for marketing and promotion on behalf of agency, and participation in international marketing sales efforts to Japan, Estonia, and Israel.
    • Major driver for implementation of department reorganization and focus on customer service and team approach.
  • Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of Governor Parris N. Glendening, Annapolis, Maryland (1996 – 1998)
    • Direct program and administrative oversight of cabinet level agencies in Maryland State government, including Department of Business and Economic Development; Transportation; Housing; and Agriculture; Maryland Higher Education Commission; Office of Planning; and Maryland Stadium Authority.
    • Policy development and program implementation, including legislative and regulatory issues, for Glendening/Townsend Administration for above agencies.
    • Oversight of implementation of Maryland Prepaid Tuition Program. (Fastest implementation in U.S. history at the time.)
  • Vice President, Policy and Public Affairs, Prudential Health Care Plan of the Mid-Atlantic, Baltimore, Maryland (1993 – 1996)
    • Involvement with business strategy for all product development, including commercial and public managed care programs.
    • Legislative and regulatory relations for Executive and Legislative branches in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
    • Supervision of public affairs and press relations, community outreach, advertising, and member, employer, and provider newsletters
  • Chief Legislative Officer, Office of Governor William Donald Schaefer, Annapolis, Maryland (1987 – 1993)
    • Drafted and lobbied for legislation on Maryland Stadium Authority, establishment of Department of Business and Economic, reorganization of higher education, scholarship reform, transportation, and tax amnesty.
    • Chief Spokesman and lobbyist for the Governor of Maryland on Administration legislation and legislative priorities.
    • Drafted and/or lobbied for legislation on higher education, growth management, drunk and drugged driving, reorganization of State government, tax reform, statute of repose, assault weapons, convention center, interstate banking, and domestic violence.
  • Deputy Legislative Officer Office of Governor William Donald Schaefer, Annapolis, Maryland (1987 – 1988)
  • Principal Analyst, Legislative Drafting, Department of Legislative Reference, Annapolis, Md. (1984 – 1987)
    • Co-taught course in legislation, legislative drafting, and state legislatures.
    • Supervised 20 staff attorneys in drafting 3,500 bills each year for the Maryland General Assembly.
  • Instructor, University of Baltimore School of Law (1983 – 1987)
  • Supervisor Legislative Drafting (1979 – 1984)
  • Legislative Bill Drafter (1979)
  • Law Clerk, Vallario & Keiffer, Oxon Hill, Maryland (1976 – 1978)
  • Legislative Assistant, Maryland Delegate Joseph F. Vallario, Jr., Annapolis, Maryland (1975 – 1978)
  • Legislative Assistant, U.S. Senator Alan Cranston, Washington, D.C. (1974 – 1975)

Education

  • University of Maryland School of Law - Juris Doctor - 1979

    Admitted to the Court of Appeals of Maryland and the United States District Court for Maryland.

  • University of Maryland College Park - Bachelor of Arts With Honors - 1974

Professional Memberships and Civic Activities

  • Maryland State Bar Association