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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Exploring Challenges in Legislative Education, Access to Capital, Network Building, Media Engagement, and Systems Building of Black women entrepreneurs By: Dr. Tammira Lucas , Assistant Professor, Coppin State University …

How TEDCO Empowers Black Women Entrepreneurs Black women entrepreneurs are a dynamic force driving economic growth, yet systemic challenges continue to impede their success. According to the World Economic Forum , in 2021, Black women startup founders …

Embracing the Reality of Change Recently, TEDCO spent some time looking back at FY 2024 and, while our economic impact continues to be significant and trend in a very positive trajectory, we want to do more to help our company founders. Programmatically, …

How TEDCO investments uplift the quality of life in Maryland Maryland is a state with a lot to offer. Not only does it provide a strong quality of life for all residents – ranked No. 3 for best quality of life and as the No. 8 "Best State to Live In" by …

Collaborating to Grow a Global Ecosystem TEDCO CEO joined an important roundtable discussion to promote collaboration A visit from royalty and a chance for open discussions to accelerate ecosystems toward an innovative future offered TEDCO and other …

Accountability in Mentoring Over the years of representing TEDCO in rural areas, it has been a privilege to interact with and get to know a variety of technology startup companies and entrepreneurs. Throughout that service, one element has remained a …

How TEDCO's Entrepreneur Expo Awakened Maryland’s Innovation Potential In the late 2000s and early 2010s, Maryland's technology ecosystem was a collection of promising startups, research institutions and corporate innovators, but it lacked a central hub …

Empowering Voices: How Respect Fuels TEDCO Workplace culture is the backbone of any organization, so, when I was searching for a place to take the next step in my career, I knew I had to find somewhere with a healthy culture. After doing research, it was …

BioHealth Capital Region Forum: A recap of innovation and collaboration The 2024 BioHealth Capital Region Forum (BHCRF) once again solidified its position as the premier gathering for the life sciences industry in the region. Marking the tenth year of the …

TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo is back for its 10th edition The day of celebrating Maryland’s innovation ecosystem features dozens of speakers, networking opportunities, workshops and roundtable discussions.   Back in 2010, when then- TEDCO interim executive …

Integrity: Hold on Tight! At TEDCO , we have a playlist of songs (featured here and here ) that we each find inspiring or that speak to the core values of TEDCO.  For myself, that song is Hold On Tight by Electric Light Orchestra.  The lyrics refer to the …

How Maryland minority-owned businesses are benefitting from MBE certification Small, women- and minority-owned businesses possess the talent, innovation and drive to succeed. However, these businesses are often at a disadvantage when starting out and then …

MD Legislators Bring Innovative Thinking to Balance Budget and Create Economic Opportunity When headwinds are blowing against entrepreneurs, they must innovate to create success. State legislators encounter similar challenges when working to bolster …

Maryland innovation takes center stage at TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo Maryland's vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem took center stage at TEDCO’s 2024 Entrepreneur Expo on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Held at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel, the keynote …

BRIDGEing the Gap: New initiatives aim to empower Maryland entrepreneurs TEDCO , the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, announced a new regional entrepreneur empowerment program at their 2024 Entrepreneur Expo on Dec. 4 at the Renaissance …

How Maryland is closing the cybersecurity talent gap From internet-connected cars and phones to smart ovens and streetlights, each new technological advancement brings more connectivity and convenience to Americans’ everyday lives. However, with each new …

This stem cell research fund is transforming patient care in Maryland As executive director of the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund, Ruchika Nijhara has seen the program’s work literally change lives, including the life of a 4-year old patient. This …

Leading from within: an exploration of leadership at TEDCO’s 2024 Entrepreneur Expo A captivating fireside chat at the TEDCO 2024 Entrepreneur Expo dove into the inner workings of successful leadership, exploring the powerful connection between mindset, …

Maryland cybersecurity startups are coming in hot as AI sends chills through the industry CyDeploy and TeamWorx Security are addressing issues like threat detection and non-disruptive updates for key government systems. CEO Tina Williams-Koroma founded …

TEDCO's Equitech Growth Fund Webinar In this recorded webinar, the TEDCO team provides a deep dive into the Equitech Growth Fund, a funding opportunity created to advance workforce development and innovation infrastructure across Maryland. Watch to learn: …