Hello Everyone,

Thank you for registering for TEDCO's 10th Entrepreneur Expo on Wednesday, December 4^th from 8:00am to 7:00pm! We’re looking forward to a successful event this year with more than 700 registered attendees, 90 exhibitors, 111 speakers, 24 sessions, and 2 exciting keynote discussions.

INFORMATION TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

Location:

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel

202 East Pratt Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

* We highly recommend adding an additional 30 minutes to your travel time.

Please visit our website here for critical parking information.

Badge Collection:

• Event registration will be located on the 5th floor of the hotel in the main foyer. Registration opens at 8:00am. Pick up your badge and giveaway bag at the registration desk.
• Note: You must have your badge to ensure access to the entire event.
• Floor plan, see page 48.

Schedule:

• Review the agenda for the day to plan which sessions you want to attend (don't forget to stay for the closing reception at 5:00pm).
• For more information about each session, make sure to view the program book here.

Giveaways:

• Giveaway opportunities will be held during the morning keynote, lunch keynote, and some concurrent sessions.
• Prizes are also available for the top challengers in the Givhero app; more information below.
• You must be present to win.

Featured Programming:

Morning Keynote Discussion

R. Andrew ("Andy") Bauer, Joe Durham and Troy LeMaile-Stovall

8:30am – 9:30am in the Baltimore Ballroom

*Mimosas available before the discussion begins

Lunch Keynote Discussion

Secretary Kevin Anderson, Shelonda Stokes, Tom Sadowski, and Troy LeMaile-Stovall

Special Appearance from Governor Wes Moore

12:00pm – 1:30pm in the Baltimore Ballroom

TEDCO's Entrepreneur Expo Closing Reception

5:00pm – 7:00pm in the Exhibit Hall and Main Foyer

Don't Miss Out!

TEDCO's 2024 Entrepreneur Expo will be filled with unique opportunities, including:

• Morning Keynote Mimosas (only available until 8:30am)
• Live Music (Main Foyer)
• Sketchbot Photobooth (Main Foyer)
• FREE Professional Headshot Lounge (Exhibit Hall)
• Social Media Walls (Exhibit Hall) – use #TEDCOExpo for a chance to be featured!
• ReBokeh App Integration – Download the app for a more accessible Expo experience
• Support Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Challenge (Givhero; information below)

Support Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Challenge

Between December 2^nd and December 4^th, complete different activities meant to support Maryland entrepreneurial ecosystem. For each activity completed, Givhero will donate $1 to The American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region.

Complete at least 5 of the challenge activities and earn a chance to win!

How to Join:

1. From your smartphone, scan the QR code above or tap on the Challenge Sign-Up Smart Link: givhero.page.link/tedco-expo-challenge.
2. You will be prompted to download Givhero’s free App.
3. Download the app and sign up using your email address.
4. Accept the Support Maryland Entrepreneurial Ecosystem challenge.
5. Complete the challenges and have fun!

We're looking forward to celebrating the entrepreneurial ecosystem with you soon!

Tammi Thomas

Chief Development & Marketing Officer

TEDCO

A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors!!