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October 2023
UMBC-Shady Grove Data Science and Cybersecurity Graduate Programs – Alumni Panel and Networking Event
Join us for an evening of getting to know and connecting in-person with our UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Programs community. The event will feature an overview of our master’s degree options including data science and cybersecurity, a panel discussion with program alumni who are active in their industry, and an opportunity to interact one-on-one with program directors and current students. Heavy appetizers will be served. Guests welcome.
Find out more »Understand the Purple Line Grant
Has your business been interrupted or impacted by the construction of the Purple Line? Is your business located in Prince George's County? There is a $10,000 grant to assist you! Join us for breakfast at 8 am on October 11th, 2023 at Casa Dora 1500 University Blvd E, Hyattsville, MD. FSC First CEO, Dawn Medley, FSC First staff and partner Prince George’s County Economic Development Center, will answer questions and concerns about the application process and other grant requirements. Support will be…
Find out more »WIB-Capital Region: You’ve Come a Long Way–Spotlighting Women in Biotech w/ JLABS @ Washington, DC
Join us at the JLABS @ Washington, DC, on the Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus to hear firsthand how they are boosting innovative R&D efforts from women-led biotech companies in the greater Biohealth Capital Region. After an invite-only tour of the JLABS @ Washington, DC facilities, attendees will hear short presentations from the following female founders and C-level executives: Dr. Anne Naclerio (Polaris Genomics), Dr. Beth Sharlow (KeViRx), Dr. Sherine Chan (Neuroene Therapeutics) and Dr. Olivia Walch (Arcascope). Our speakers…
Find out more »Creating a Fundable Pitch Deck for VC, PE and Angel Investors
Learn how to pitch investors from an expert who has managed 14 acquisitions, 9 successful exits, a company IPO, and raised $800M in funding. You only get one shot in front of potential investors, so: -Do you know the steps to successful fundraising? -Do you know what investors are truly focused on? -Is your pitch deck <10 slides and 4 minutes in length? -What is an epic fundraising story epic and do you have one? If you're looking to get…
Find out more »Pitch and Mingle Series: The Great Pumpkin Pitch
Join the Maryland Innovation Center for our pitch competition featuring entrepreneurs and start up companies in the community. $10,000 in cash prizes will be awarded! Spirited in atmosphere and in food and drink offerings, Pitch and Mingle is the perfect opportunity to stir up your social network, mingling with fellow attendees over light fare and libations! Come support the community's entrepreneurs, participate in the selection process, and make connections over cocktails at Manor Hill Brewing. So how does it work?…
Find out more »Tech at the Gap
Tech at the Gap remains one of the best kept secrets of the rapidly growing technology industry in Western Maryland. Represented by both large and small corporations and organizations, as well as the individual professionals who live and work remotely in our beautiful mountains and cities, the conference hosts world-class speakers from across the country. As our 2023 Agenda and Speakers are confirmed they will be added. Until then, please browse last years lineup and be sure to take advantage…
Find out more »Women In Bio Coffee Chat
Come join like-minded science folk for good conversation, networking, and learning more about Women in Bio Capital Region Baltimore. Enjoy a cup of Iron Rooster Coffee and feel free to purchase breakfast. https://www.womeninbio.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1785288&group=
Find out more »Women in Bio Capital Region Baltimore Coffee Chat
Come join WIB at the Iron Rooster in Canton and join like-minded peers in the scientific community. Join us for a cup of coffee, networking, and enjoy a casual time with people in your field. https://www.womeninbio.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1785288&group=
Find out more »2023 Economic Development Week in Maryland
Overview Economic Development Week in Maryland will emphasize the importance of economic development for the State of Maryland. The week is designed to increase understanding of economic development’s contribution to the state’s business climate, job retention and growth, the tax base, and the overall quality of life in Maryland. Recognition Economic development will take center stage in counties, cities, and towns throughout Maryland when proclamations are made heralding the significant projects that have made Maryland a great place to live,…
Find out more »Howard County Business Appreciation Week 2023!
Howard County welcomes businesses of all industries and sizes to take part in this year’s Business Appreciation Week 2023, October 23-27, 2023. During the week, ambassador teams including county department heads, government officials, community organization leaders, and Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) team members will visit local businesses to learn more about their experiences doing business in Howard County. As part of HCEDA’s ongoing mission with County Executive Calvin Ball, we would like to hear directly from businesses to: Learn…
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