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July 2024

The latest on innovation and entrepreneurship in Maryland

TEDCO Investments

TEDCO Invests in Kubanda Cryotherapy


Bailey Surtees, CEO of Kubanda Cryotherapy

Clarisse Hu, Co-founder & CTO


Recent Pre-Seed Builder Fund investment supports a Maryland-based company that is innovating veterinary treatments for pets with lumps, bumps, and cancer. Read more.

 
 

Ecosystem Spotlights

TEDCO Announces FY25 Board of Directors


TEDCO announced that the board of directors elected new executive officers and welcomed new members. The newly appointed chair of the board is College of Southern Maryland’s Ellen Flowers-Fields, succeeding Omar Muhammad, director and EN-TRE-PRE-NEUR for the Entrepreneurial Development and Assistance Center at Morgan State University (MSU). Read more.

How TEDCO helped these 6 Prince George’s County startups thrive


From leveraging talent to taking flight, these businesses demonstrate the transformative potential nurtured by TEDCO's investment opportunities and guidance. This selection of TEDCO-backed companies in Prince George's County exemplifies Maryland's entrepreneurial excellence. Read more.


Source: The Baltimore Business Journal

A thriving quality of life in Montgomery County with TEDCO


Montgomery County, Maryland, is home to a thriving ecosystem of innovators and researchers who continuously work to enhance our daily experiences. Learn about how four Montgomery County companies within TEDCO's portfolio are contributing to Maryland's quality of life and supporting a robust entrepreneurial landscape.


Read more here.


Source: The Washington Business Journal

TEDCO Hosts FLLIP Pilot Program Roundtable Discussion


TEDCO hosted a roundtable discussion with U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressman John Sarbanes (D-Md.), welcoming Maryland-based businesses to provide their perspectives about the program’s potential to support innovation and economic development throughout the state. Read more here and watch the impactful discussion here.


Source: The Daily Record

TEDCO’s Maryland Innovation Initiative Announces Kulshreshtha as the New Executive Director


Join us in welcoming the latest dynamic expert to 1TEDCO - Abishek “Abi” Kulshreshtha! Abi oversees the Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) as the new Executive Director. Learn more about his expertise by reading our announcement here.

Program Updates Unveiled for TEDCO’s Maryland Innovation Initiative


The Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) program announces enhanced efforts to support bringing innovative research to market. These changes came into effect July 1, 2024 and include changes to application deadlines, increased award amounts, and more. Read more.

TEDCO's Institute for Women Entrepreneur Excellence: Empowering Women Leaders in Maryland


Dr. Linda Singh, CEO of Kaleidoscope Affect and Supporting Executive Director of TEDCO's Institute for Women Entrepreneur Excellence joined Good Morning Washington to discuss the challenges and opportunities women face to assume leadership roles.


Watch the full interview here.

TEDCO Announces Second Year of Maryland Makerspace Initiative Program Awardees


TEDCO announced their second annual Maryland Makerspace Initiative Program (MMIP) awardees which include 18 projects spanning across 9 Maryland counties and Baltimore City. 


With this funding, awardees can focus on implementing, expanding, and supporting Makerspaces across Maryland. Learn More

 

Program 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 July 31

Apply Today: TEDCO's State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)


TEDCO is a proud collaborator for the SSBCI. This federally funded program was designed to support small businesses in Maryland.


Learn more about this TEDCO funding opportunity for Maryland technology and life science startups here.

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.

TEDCO is Hiring


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


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Ecosystem News

bwtech@UMBC Invests in an Elite Team of Entrepreneurs to Enhance Entrepreneurial Support and Economic Growth in Maryland


TEDCO Announces Second Year of Maryland Makerspace Initiative Program Awardees


Hundreds of new laws go in effect on July 1. Here’s what to look out for.


Reprocell Receives Funding from Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund



People on the Move Submission: Shawn Springs (InnateIQ)



People on the Move: Stephen Auvil (Chief Federal Engagement Officer, TEDCO)


People on the Move: Patrick Calhoun (Nanocrine)


People on the Move: Ira Schwartz (General Counsel, TEDCO)


People on the Move: Ruchika Nijhara (Executive Director, MSCRF)


People on the Move: Shawna Stepp-Jones (Divaneering Lab)


TEDCO names executive director for its MD Innovation Initiative


Van Hollen, Cardin Visit Frederick, Howard Counties to Mark Over $2.8 Million in Direct Federal Investments for Infrastructure, Emergency Services, and Small Business Development

 
 

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