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Planning to stay overnight?! TEDCO has secured an exclusive $199 discounted hotel rate for Expo attendees, giving you convenience, comfort, and more time to connect with Maryland’s innovation community.
Early bird tickets are just $99 — through September 5!
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Propelling Maryland's aerospace future: The synergy of MATC and MAA

Maryland's aerospace industry represents a formidable economic engine and a critical hub for national security and technological innovation. With 15 of the world’s top 20 aerospace and defense companies calling Maryland home, the state's capabilities span space exploration, satellite technology, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and robotics development, as well as extensive Department of Defense activities encompassing biodefense, cybersecurity, avionics, informatics and ordnance testing.
Source: Washington Business Journal
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Register Today: TEDCO's Monthly Investment Open Forum
Are you an entrepreneur looking for funding opportunities for your business? TEDCO has several investment funds that could be a great fit! Any additional questions can be answered at the virtual Investment Open Forum, hosted by TEDCO’s investment team each month.
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Back Office-in-a-Box Services RFP
Submission Deadline: July 14, 2025
Selected contractors will be responsible for delivering services that help qualified businesses with maintaining accurate records, managing payroll, complying with tax and payroll regulations and preparing for external capital opportunities.
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Community Development Financial Institutions Technical Assistance Services RFP
Submission Deadline: July 14, 2025
TEDCO announces the release of a Request for Proposals to support the BRIDGE program’s Community Development Financial Institutions Technical Assistance Services. Chosen firms will be responsible for delivering financial consultations tailored to the unique circumstances of each business.
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Apply Today: Equitech Growth Fund
Application Deadline: August 8, 2025

The Equitech Growth Fund (EGF) provides grants for infrastructure and workforce development initiatives that support Maryland’s economic competitiveness, foster economic opportunity for all and accelerate growth of emerging and advanced industries in the State.
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SBIR/STTR Matching Funds RFP
TEDCO will accept applications on each Application Cycle Open date
The SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program is a competitive program established to further strengthen the power of SBIR/STTR awards while also fostering job creation and economic development in Maryland.
Companies that received an SBIR or STTR award within six (6) months of the application cycle should review the Request for Application (RFA) for a complete list of eligibility requirements.
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Apply Today: Technical and Business Assistance (TABA)
Application accepted on a rolling basis.
TEDCO's Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) applications are now open!
The program allows federal agencies to provide funding to SBIR/STTR Phase I and Phase II awardees to enhance their project’s commercialization potential.
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