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One-on-one coaching program pairing entrepreneurs with expert coaches in AI/tech, leadership, government contracting, and business operations at ISBI.
Tech incubator based in the mountains of Western Maryland, helps technology-driven start-ups develop, accelerate and launch their companies.
Learn more →A $10 million federally-funded regional program led by TEDCO providing comprehensive business resources to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDI) and very small businesses (<10 employees) across MD, DC, VA, and DE. Includes dedicated advisors, CDFI technical assistance, legal services, financial literacy, back-office support, and a Proposal Lab for government contracting.
Learn more →Program for value-added producers ready to implement systems and structures to grow, providing consulting services, business plan development, and access to legal/regulatory guidance.
Learn more →A free mentorship program offering one-on-one guidance from 8 seasoned Entrepreneurs in Residence with expertise spanning bio-life sciences, AI, cybersecurity, health tech, finance, and marketing. Notable EiR: David Fink (bio-life sciences, 40+ years experience, 25 patents). Open to entrepreneurs at any stage. Also available at bwtech@UMBC North campus.
Learn more →A free mentorship program offering one-on-one guidance from 8 seasoned Entrepreneurs in Residence with expertise spanning bio-life sciences, AI, cybersecurity, health tech, finance, and marketing. Notable EiR: David Fink (bio-life sciences, 40+ years experience, 25 patents). Open to entrepreneurs at any stage. Also available at bwtech@UMBC South campus.
Learn more →Helps Maryland-based businesses compete for government contracts by providing free counseling, training, and bid matching services, supporting them in navigating procurement processes and meeting requirements for federal, state, and local opportunities.
Learn more →Helps Maryland-based businesses compete for government contracts by providing free counseling, training, and bid matching services, supporting them in navigating procurement processes and meeting requirements for federal, state, and local opportunities.
Learn more →Helps Maryland-based businesses compete for government contracts by providing free counseling, training, and bid matching services, supporting them in navigating procurement processes and meeting requirements for federal, state, and local opportunities.
Learn more →Helps Maryland-based businesses compete for government contracts by providing free counseling, training, and bid matching services, supporting them in navigating procurement processes and meeting requirements for federal, state, and local opportunities.
Learn more →An SBA-funded center hosted by the University of Maryland that provides free business counseling, training, and technical assistance to minority-owned, women-owned, and underserved small businesses across Maryland. Services include business planning, market research, financial management, marketing strategy, succession planning, and connections to capital and other SBA resources.
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