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Apply Now: TEDCO's SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab Applications
The Proposal Lab is designed to guide entrepreneurs through the process of drafting compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals for submitting to the National Science Foundation for Phase I awards of up to $275,000. TEDCO will select 25 companies to join the Proposal Lab.
Deadline to apply for next cohort: December 20, 2023
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TEDCO's 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! Learn more and apply to these Funds here.
If you have additional questions, be sure to join the virtual Investment Open Forum, hosted by TEDCO’s investment team each month. Click here to find the next Investment Open Forum and register today. Click here to find the next Investment Open Forum and register today.
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Connect with TEDCO Mentors
TEDCO’s Rural Business Innovation Initiative (RBII) and Urban Business Innovation Initiative (UBII) offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to work with TEDCO thought leaders and mentors. To learn more about the programs, visit the RBII and UBII webpages and connect with your regional/local mentors today.
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TEDCO Invests in VirgilHR
VirgilHR, offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution that supports human resources (HR) professionals. Through the interactive software, HR specialists can access employment and labor law information without additional research. Read More
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TEDCO Invests in HBVtech
HBVtech, is a biopharma startup focusing on developing a novel hepatitis B virus (HBV) treatment method that consists of a single injection. This single injection would greatly simplify hepatitis B treatment and benefit patients across the world suffering from chronic HBV infection. Read More
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TEDCO Invests SSBCI Funds into EcoMap Technologies, Inc.
EcoMap Technologies, Inc., is focused on building data aggregation platforms that allow users to navigate novel datasets the company collects and owns. Their proprietary algorithms help to transform unstructured data into detailed datasets that can be categorized and monitored; this process allows for cost-effective and efficient solutions. Read More
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TEDCO Invests in ReBokeh
ReBokeh, is a technology-based company developing modern, customizable assistive technology for individuals with vision impairment. Through this work, ReBokeh looks to minimize the impact of vision impairments on an individual’s everyday life by allowing for the individual to have more independence. Read More
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TEDCO Invests in NasaClip
NasaClip, is a woman- and minority-led business creating a new device to support a more efficient, cost-effective solution for nosebleeds. This hands-free device provides constant external nasal pressure and intranasal sponges that can be medicated to help stop nosebleeds fast. The FDA-registered device was designed to be kid-friendly, portable and easy to use. Read More
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TEDCO Invests in Clymb
Clymb, is a company working to reduce the impact of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders in youth. Through its app, the organization provides users with the tools like mindfulness to assist with understanding and deescalating emotional storms. Read More
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TEDCO Invests in EQL Finance
EQL Finance, is a data-driven platform that aims to democratize financial resiliency through expanded access to information, services and care to help promote a better financial outcome. The platform provides Americans – regardless of their socio-economic status – with insights on savings, helping to bridge the gap in affording everyday products. Learn More
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Givhero Helps Employees To Make An Impact in Their Communities
Timothy Guinan, Co-Founder of Givhero, joined Good Morning Washington to talk about his work to inspire, motivate, and reward healthy behaviors through charitable giving. His startup backed by Maryland Based TEDCO created the first social impact well-being platform that motivates employees to engage in charitable endeavors while delivering immediate well-being ROI on corporate philanthropy. Read More
Source: Good Morning Washington
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TEDCO Headquarters is Moving
TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced its move to a new office space in Downtown Columbia’s Merriweather District, effective Q1 2024.
TEDCO will move to 10960 Grantchester Way, Suite 110, located in Columbia, Md., a city that has been named the “best city for jobs in America” by WalletHub three years in a row, the “happiest city in the U.S.” by WalletHub in 2021, was ranked in the top 5% for job growth, and more. Read More
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Black Female Founders Venture Capital Forum (November 15, 2023)
TEDCO held their Black Female Founders Venture Capital Forum on November 15, 2023, welcoming over 150 guests to the beautiful Coppin State University campus. During the event, investors, founders and entrepreneurs alike gathered to discuss their experiences, share insights into how venture capital investors choose who to invest in and brainstorm solutions for a better, more equitable ecosystem in Maryland. Watch Now
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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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