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October 2024

The latest on innovation and entrepreneurship in Maryland

TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo will be a day filled with opportunities to attend workshops, pitch, and network with some of the region's most innovative startups and investors.

 

Registration is now OPEN, but space is limited so don’t delay and secure your spot now.

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Entrepreneur Expo Spotlights

TEDCO Announces the Return of Entrepreneur Expo


Maryland’s “must-attend” event is coming back! Don’t miss out on the chance to expand your network, learn about valuable resources, and get inspired. Registration can be found here.


Read more for information about the premier event!

TEDCO Announces Entrepreneur Expo Keynote Speakers


TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo will open with two investment thought leaders – Andy Bauer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and Joe Durham of Fulton Bank. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to hear from their experiences and expertise. Read more.

TEDCO Investments

TEDCO Invests in JuneBrain, Inc.



Samantha Scott

Founder & CEO


JuneBrain’s mission is to offer unique solutions to address the gap of infrequent, objective monitoring. Read more.

TEDCO Invests in PerVista


Vennard Wright

CEO & President


PerVista, Inc. a company developing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that will support a proactive approach to threat detection. Read more.

TEDCO Invests in CarrTech Corp.


Sue Carr

Founder & CEO


CarrTech Corp. aims to reduce the significant risk associated with filtering medication packaged in glass ampoules. The extensive eight-step preparation process of filtering ampoule-based medication before administering to a patient, poses an increased risk of needlestick injuries to the healthcare providers. Read more.

Ecosystem Spotlights

Collaborating to Grow a Global Ecosystem


His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, along with several other Jordanian government officials, met with Gov. Wes Moore and a select group of Maryland executives for a roundtable discussion at the State House in Annapolis, Maryland on September 25, 2024.


Click here to learn more about the visit.

TEDCO Announces the Business Resource Information, Development, & Guidance Ecosystem (BRIDGE) Program


The award will target the Mid-Atlantic region and provide total funding of nearly $10 million over three years.



Learn more about this announcement here.

Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission Announces $4.5 Million in Grants to Accelerate Stem Cell Innovations


The grants have been awarded to 11 accomplished scientists from Maryland-based institutions and companies.



Learn more about this announcement here.

How TEDCO investments uplift the quality of life in Maryland


Maryland's ecosystem is bolstered by the state’s unique resources, allowing Maryland to lead the nation in key areas that drive innovation. Click here to read more.


Source: Washington Business Journal

Karen Zuccardi on WEAA’s “Today With Dr. Kaye”


TEDCO’s Manager of the Rural Business Innovation Initiative, Karen Zuccardi, was featured on WEAA’s “Today with Dr. Kaye.”


Click here to listen to the full interview for more information about TEDCO’s Rural Business Innovation Initiative, Prelude Pitch, and Hispanic Heritage Month.

Kim Mozingo on WEAA’s “Today With Dr. Kaye”


TEDCO’s Vice President of Federal Programs, Kim Mozingo, was featured on WEAA’s “Today with Dr. Kaye to discuss TEDCO’s SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab, the purpose of the program, and how small businesses can seek SBIR funding.


Click here to listen to the full interview.

Entrepreneurial Resources Spotlights

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.

Register today for October 30

Apply Today: Thrive Small Business Grant Program


The "Laurel Thrive" program aligns with the City's broader goals to spur economic development, foster entrepreneurship, and create additional jobs for Laurel residents. The program will offer grants of $10,000 to eligible businesses that establish operations within the City of Laurel between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.

Apply Today

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.

Learn More and Register

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. 

Learn More and Register

TEDCO's Prelude Pitch is the perfect opportunity for you to make sure you’re pitch is investment ready! Designed to help companies practice their pitch in a stress-free environment, Prelude Pitch participants practice pitch in front of Maryland thought leaders, to receive constructive feedback for enhance their pitch.

Learn More and Register

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.

Learn More About Our Resources

TEDCO is Hiring


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


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For more events, visit our Events Calendar.
Ecosystem News

New Maryland small business program aims to create 25K jobs


People On The Move: Azadi Health’s co-founder and CEO, Rodney Bell


People on the Move: JuneBrain, Founder and CEO, Samantha Scott


People on the Move: TEDCO’s Director of Development & Marketing, Cassy Haber


Maryland Stem Cell Research Commission Announces $4.5 Million in Grants to Accelerate Stem Cell Innovations


Maryland nabs $10M from US Treasury for small business tech and legal services


Can the nation’s biggest cyber hub even handle Craiglist founder’s $100M security pledge?


Maryland receives $10 million to aid small businesses

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