Development Authority Removes Leadership Records Online
Baltimore operators and developers face reduced transparency regarding board composition for the city's key development agency.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in People
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The West North Avenue Development Authority website removed its listings of board members and staff following recent media inquiries. The entity, which was established in 2021 to oversee revitalization along the Baltimore corridor, has received millions in state taxpayer funding.
Why it matters
For operators and developers, transparency regarding public agency leadership and board composition is critical for understanding decision-making influence. The removal of key personnel data following inquiries highlights a sudden shift in the public-facing availability of information about taxpayer-funded projects.
The West North Avenue Development Authority, established with state funding in 2021, has received millions in taxpayer support for projects like the proposed Palisades site at 600 W. North Avenue. Recent website updates removed previously displayed staff and board listings.
The players
West North Avenue Development Authority
A state-legislated entity in Baltimore created in 2021 to manage development and revitalization efforts along a specific urban corridor.
Nick Mosby
A figure appointed to lead the development authority who also holds a vice president of operations role at G.L.O.M. Global.
Chad Williams
The former executive director of the authority who coordinated with external firms regarding development opportunities.
G.L.O.M. Global
A California-based organization that engaged with authority leadership regarding development prospects.
Allegiance Intel Group
A company associated with Nick Mosby that is currently listed as not in good standing in Maryland state records.
The details
The authority is a state-legislated body tasked with leading development efforts along the West North Avenue corridor. While the site previously displayed photos of Gov. Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon Scott, the governor's office clarified that he does not hold a seat on the board. Records also show former executive director Chad Williams facilitated communication between the authority and California-based G.L.O.M. Global, a company where Nick Mosby is identified as an executive.
Timeline
2021: The West North Avenue Development Authority was formed via state legislation.
January 2024: Representatives from G.L.O.M. Global began contacting former executive director Chad Williams.
July 25, 2024: The application period for the authority closed.
July 2025: Documents identified Nick Mosby as an executive at G.L.O.M. Global.
October 19, 2026: Media inquiries prompted questions regarding the authority's leadership structure.
Market Landscape
The West North Avenue Development Authority operates under the governance framework established by the 2021 legislative act. The recent removal of leadership data marks a departure from the transparency standards expected of state-funded development bodies.
Operators and local stakeholders should monitor the authority's official portal for the reinstatement of leadership and board member names. When bidding on or engaging with state-legislated development bodies, verify current standing and leadership rosters through direct state records.
The takeaway
Transparency remains a primary metric for assessing the stability of public-private development partnerships. Developers should cross-reference board rosters with Maryland state records to confirm the current standing of any firms or representatives involved in public projects.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WBFF.
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