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November 2023


The latest on innovation and entrepreneurship in Maryland

TEDCO Announces Investment into Sisu Global Health


Sisu Global Health has created an autotransfusion device, Hemafuse; the device provides surgical patients access to fresh, whole blood by capturing it from internal bleeding and giving it back to them immediately in the same surgery. The patented Hemafuse System can operate anywhere there is a surgeon (regardless of infrastructure), making it well suited for military and emerging markets, with applications in the U.S., Sisu Global is bringing Hemafuse to the global market after clinical success in Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and Ukraine.

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TEDCO Invests in Escalate



Escalate has developed an innovative proprietary support platform focused on minimizing turnover of frontline employees. Through this platform, Escalate facilitates a community of support, provides opportunities for workers to learn and grow in their fields, and works to end the current talent crisis.  Read More

TEDCO Invests in Pirl Technology


Pirl Technology is working to create the next generation of EV chargers. With their innovative design, Pirl Technology aims to offer more versatility, allowing EV users to choose between wall-mounted or stand-mounted versions as well as offering a variety of plugs, with the goal of providing a fit for all EV types. Read More

New Platform Offers Link to Artisans Around the World


Tuzmo CEO Rana Saad joined Good Morning Washington to talk about how Tuzmo bridges the gap between travelers and master artisans around the world. Tuzmo is the world’s first platform connecting authentic local artisans with tourists and visitors, disrupting the final frontier of the travel industry. Tuzmo helps it’s users embrace a vibrant tapestry of experiences without leaving home. The platform is committed to sustainability, and promotes authentic interactions with local cultures. Tuzmo is dedicated to curating cultural finds and playing a role in preserving cultural heritage through empowering authentic artisans and their age-old traditions. Read More


Source: ABC7 News

This SMART Building Houses Robotic Fish and Southern Maryland's Future Workforce


Tracking drones and robots with pinpoint precision in an open air-land lab; watching students build and test their prototypes in a large project assembly space; creating an autonomous school of robotic fish in a water tunnel – it’s all in a day’s work for the people who study, teach and conduct research in the Southern Maryland Autonomous Research and Technology (SMART) Building, on the campus of the University System of Maryland Southern Maryland (USMSM). Read More


Source: Washington Business Journal

TEDCO celebrates success of inaugural women entrepreneur leadership program


TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced the successful completion of its 10-month pilot program for diverse, underserved women business leaders in Maryland. Earlier this summer, founders and entrepreneurs graduated from the pilot Women Entrepreneur Leadership Programs (WELP) in Howard and Montgomery counties. With an eye on growing an inclusive, thriving innovation ecosystem, WELP hopes to enroll up to 100 women leaders this fiscal year. Read More


Source: The Daily Record

TEDCO's SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab Applications


TEDCOs SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab is accepting applications! We will select 25 companies to join the program where they will learn more about SBIR and STTR funding opportunities, how to apply, and more. Applications will close December 15! Learn More

Applications Open for TEDCO's Women Leaders Program

TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced the launch of its redesigned Institute for Women Entrepreneur Excellence, Inc., a program created to address the barriers to success many women face in the entrepreneurial sector. Learn More

TEDCO Announces new appointments for Maryland Venture Fund Authority


The Authority consists of nine members, seven appointed by Governor Wes Moore with the advice and consent of the Senate, one member appointed by the president of the Senate and one member appointed by the speaker of the House. Read More

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Office Hours for Entrepreneurs


Contact your regional/local mentors from TEDCO's Urban Business Innovation Initiative or Rural Business Innovation Initiative for upcoming office hours.

TEDCO's Market Search is a resource to help entrepreneurs address the challenges of conducting market assessments. The goal is to improve the market assessment and opportunity analysis associated with the development of business plans and applications for TEDCO’s funding programs.

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IPGen’s IP SaaS platform is a free resource available to eligible entrepreneurs and start-up businesses to assist in navigating the patent process. 


IPGen provides guidance and assistance throughout the entire lifecycle of the patent process, including: searching, drafting, and prosecution. 

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TEDCO is Hiring


Visit tedcomd.com/jobs to view our available positions.


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Ecosystem News

Cyber Maryland to address worker shortage


MSCRC awards stem cell grants


Innovating Insights from Black Enterprise's Women of Power Tech Summit


TEDCO addresses employee turnover with $200K investment in Silver Spring company


Greater Baltimore region designated as federal tech hub


Troy LeMaile-Stovall Leading efforts to invest in Maryland tech companies


Galen Robotics Celebrates FDA De Novo Clearance, Reflects on the Journey


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