Spend an afternoon getting an in-depth look into Howard’s economic forecast. Economist Anirban Basu will unveil the new three-year strategic plan for the Howard County Economic Development Authority, offering insight into how HCEDA will help shape the county’s future growth and prosperity. Afterwards, a panel of local leaders, including Howard Community College and additional industry sectors will share their thoughts on Howard County’s future. Former NFL executive, and current TV and podcast host, Michael Lombardi will round out the presentations with How to…

Do you think you know the ins-and-outs of federal support for biotech innovators and startups? It is a vast area and goes far beyond SBIR grants and includes diverse support and funding mechanisms through a variety of federal agencies. Join us for an in-person session with representatives from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), as well as the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and the Federal Drug Administration Office of Science and…

How to Pitch Investors to Get Funded. Learn what works from a start-up/scale-up 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…

Join us for another transformative experience where like-minded professional women come together to connect and collaborate in community with each other. This month’s Women’s Catalyst Circle (formerly 3 C Circle) is designed to empower women to embrace their inner power and step into their full leadership potential. In this immersive and empowering Circle experience, you will embark on a journey of self-discovery, tapping into your inherent power, confidence, and authority. Led by Transformative Leadership Coach Natalie Jobity with guest, Mindfulness…

When it comes to a strong selling strategy, simple solutions can often yield the best results. This E-Commerce Marketing Management course is designed to help businesses of all sizes maximize their online presence and drive sales. After years of research and testing, presenter and MIC Mentor Nathan Garcia has developed a course that will help you build your best marketing strategy, whether you’re just starting out or want to refresh your skills. This course offers a supportive environment and will…

Have you asked yourself the following questions? How do I sell beyond my “Friends and Family”? Do I have a strategy for repeatable sales? Am I positioned to drive revenue to achieve my goals? Do I have the necessary sales systems and materials in place to Scale to reach my goals? Is my plan executable?... with monthly contact goals and attainable revenue/sales goals? If you are saying “no” to any of these questions, you might want to join the Exceeding…

Have you asked yourself the following questions? How do I sell beyond my “Friends and Family”? Do I have a strategy for repeatable sales? Am I positioned to drive revenue to achieve my goals? Do I have the necessary sales systems and materials in place to Scale to reach my goals? Is my plan executable?... with monthly contact goals and attainable revenue/sales goals? If you are saying “no” to any of these questions, you might want to join the Exceeding…