A new consortium called BlueTechMD is forming to make the state a hub for technology at the nexus of water, energy and sustainability. It's seeking to bring different efforts together, and create climate-focused economic growth.
From universities to VCs, Baltimore has a growing number of orgs working to build networks and grow companies in digital health, medical devices and life sciences.
The last time I attended a symphony, I recall listening to the musicians warm up and tune their instruments just prior to the start of the concert – the crisp notes from the violins, the soft tones from the oboes, and the heavy percussion from the drums.
Combining Baltimore, Columbia and Frederick into one group for the state, the entrepreneurial network got together at the Maryland Innovation Center for a startup showcase and celebration. Here’s a look at the companies that met the community.
TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced today its collaboration with various Maryland partners in creating the BlueTechMD Consortium.
It's a big draw thanks to its highly ranked public schools, proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., affluent neighborhoods, historic Ellicott City and the burgeoning Downtown Columbia redevelopment, with its luxury apartments and shiny office buildings.