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We're thrilled to share highlights from the first session of our Maryland NEW VENTURE Program! A big thank you to Aaron Miscenich for kicking off this transformative journey. The ENTREPRENEURS and MENTORS of Cohort 5 made impactful introductions, setting the stage for an inspiring program ahead: 🔸Tiara J., AnnieGuard ➕ Chris White 🔸Patrick Green, Yogi Fitness ➕ Saif Islam 🔸Adegboyega Akinsiku, Ph.D., Didara Technology ➕ Donna Ruginski 🔸Logan Cundiff, Props ➕ Ali S. 🔸Rudolph Park, In Vitro Matrix ➕ David Fink 🔸Hamza Umar, SphereHub ➕ Christina Wrobel-Holt 🔸Mantej Singh, Modelus ➕ Bei Ma 🔸Vinod Akunuri, PMP, CSM, jumpstart2tech ➕ Matthew Lowinger Their key objectives include: 🔹Collaborative idea validation 🔹Crafting compelling pitch decks for Pitch Night 🔹Developing showcase exhibits for each innovative venture To learn more about Maryland NEW VENTURE, a bwtech Signature Program, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e6VqMEqp Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer David Fink Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson, MS University of Maryland Baltimore County #MDNEWVENTURE #InnovationJourney #EntrepreneurialSpirit #entrepreneurship #startups #commercialization #businessdevelopment #technology #techinnovation #valueproposition #marylandbusiness

Attention Maryland Entrepreneurs! If you have not yet attended a 1 Million Cups event, join us tomorrow!  🔹 Wednesday, February 5, 2025 🔹8:45 - 10 am 🔹OCA Mocha in Arbutus, MD 1 Million Cups is a national program designed to engage, educate and connect local entrepreneurs. Founded by the Kauffman Foundation, 1 Million Cups is based on the idea that entrepreneurs network, collaborate and discover solutions over a million cups of coffee. The organization helps build and support startup communities at a grassroots level.   Tomorrow, the following companies will be presenting: 🌟 Daniel Nothaft, Founder, Uplift Geosystems 🌟 Masie Hawkins, Founder, The Dream Bra Line The program’s model is consistent in each of the 124 1Million Cups communities nationwide: two early-stage startups present their companies to an audience of community members interested in entrepreneurship and helping early-stage companies. Each founder presents for six minutes, followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer session with the audience, ending with the question; “what can we as a community do to help you?”.   Anyone interested in presenting their company should go to the website and click on “Apply to Present”: https://lnkd.in/e3XBKbex   As a proud sponsor of 1 Million Cups Baltimore and a dedicated supporter of promising entrepreneurs, we hope to see you there tomorrow! Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer David Fink Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson University of Maryland Baltimore County Kevin Fulmer #onemillioncups #entrepreneurs #smallbusinessowner #1millioncups #supportsmallbusiness #innovativeideas #entrepreneurship #founders #baltimoreevents #startupsuccess

We're delighted to welcome back Henry Mascot, Co-Founder & CEO of Curacel (YC 22), headquartered in Nigeria, as part of our Global Gateway program!🌍 Henry, a valued client of bwtech through the Maryland Department of Commerce Global Gateway Program, is here to continue strategy meetings with our Entrepreneurs in Residence. As he wraps up his time validating business opportunities in Maryland and the U.S., we’re reminded of the power of international collaboration in driving innovation. Henry’s visit exemplifies the global reach and impact of our programs at bwtech@UMBC. A special shoutout to Marjie Cota, Director of Entrepreneurial Services at bwtech, for her dedication to nurturing these valuable connections. Together, we’re building bridges across continents and driving economic growth!👏 Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer David Fink Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson University of Maryland Baltimore County Abisola Ude,MPP #GlobalGateway #InternationalEntrepreneurship #StartupSuccess #InnovationHub #MarylandEconomicGrowth

An essential event for Maryland innovators, founders, and C-level executives looking to gain actionable insights on leveraging AI for a competitive edge. Early Bird Tickets: $35, available through 2/17. Seats are limited—reserve yours today! Learn more & REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/eC9bduCU Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer David Fink Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson University of Maryland Baltimore County

What a way to celebrate Data Privacy Awareness Day! The "Artificial Intelligence or Artificial Risk: Privacy in the AI Era" event this week delivered valuable insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of data privacy & AI governance. Congratulations to Ardent Privacy, UpSurge Baltimore, and IAPP on their informative, well-attended, highly successful event! Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer David Fink Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson University of Maryland Baltimore County Sameer A. Anurag Varshney, MSc, PMP®, CSPO® Laura Mateczun #dataprivacy #AI #innovation #baltimore

What do you get when you combine an AI "show and tell" with an AI "demo day?" The UnConference AI Petting Zoo! Don't miss this rare opportunity at "UnConference 2025: Rethink AI—Get Ahead or Fall Behind!" - Thursday, February 20th, 2025 - 12:00 – 7:00 PM - bwtech North, 5520 Research Park Drive, Catonsville, MD The last session of the day is reserved for a lively, interactive, enlightening opportunity to see—in real-time—what others are already doing with AI. Got something you want to show off or get input on? Bring your laptop while we pass the HDMI cable around. Afterward, stick around for the networking reception! Early Bird Tickets: $35, available through 2/17. Seats are limited—reserve yours today! Learn more & REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/eC9bduCU Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Maureen Pugh Hillel Glazer Christy Fink Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Will Anderson, MS University of Maryland Baltimore County Entinex Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP Incite Automation #RethinkAI2025 #AIStrategy #UnConference2025 #UnConference  

Congratulations to our first US-based ISO/IEC 17025 accredited test lab, located proudly in Maryland at bwtech@UMBC North, on getting the European CE Mark! It’s incredible to see how RF Safety Laboratory®, LLC is serving the important need for cybersecurity and RF compliance in North America and abroad. Congratulations! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/edQBqEJm Steve L. Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson, MS Hillel Glazer David Fink Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Chris Ewing Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt University of Maryland Baltimore County #cybersecurity #Compliance #Innovation #CEMark

🌟Attention Tech Professionals!🌟 Don't miss this opportunity to learn about navigating the complexities of data privacy and AI, and how to turn them into competitive advantages. "Artificial Intelligence or Artificial Risk: Privacy in the AI Era" 📅 When: January 28th, 2025 (Data Privacy Awareness Day!) ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST 📍 Location: UpSurge Baltimore HQ, 1501 St Paul St #130, Baltimore ➡️ Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend event! https://lnkd.in/g36tM8k7 The event is proudly supported by IAPP Baltimore KnowledgeNet, UpSurge Baltimore, bwtech@UMBC Research and Technology Park, Technical.ly, University of Baltimore, and Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI). We hope to see you there! Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson Hillel Glazer David Fink Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Chris Haug Chris Ewing Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt University of Maryland Baltimore County Ardent Privacy Sameer A. Anurag Varshney, MSc, PMP®, CSPO® Maureen Dry-Wasson Michele Gilman Laura Mateczun #DataPrivacy #AI #Cybersecurity #Baltimore #Privacy #TechEvents #IAPP #Innovation

We are thrilled to introduce Maureen Pugh, Entrepreneurial Services Program Manager at bwtech! In this pivotal new position, Maureen will support bwtech's programming initiatives designed to foster growth and success for our valued clients. Leveraging her extensive editorial and product management experience in the medical publishing industry, Maureen brings a fresh perspective to our programming strategies. Her key responsibilities are orchestrating and facilitating a diverse array of events at bwtech to provide our clients with invaluable educational opportunities and networking connections within our vibrant entrepreneurial community. Maureen's expertise aligns well with bwtech's mission to support cutting-edge innovations. Her strong educational foundation as a graduate of Boston University further enhances her ability to contribute meaningfully to our dynamic ecosystem. Please join us in welcoming Maureen Pugh to the bwtech team! Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson, MS Kristen Franklin Pamela Mandell Bobbie Soellner Casina C. Stacy Cotter-Aljabiry Rita Classen Hillel Glazer David Fink Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Chris Ewing Chris Haug Chris White Christina Wrobel-Holt University of Maryland Baltimore County #programmanager #bwtechprograms #bwtechevents #businessstrategy #entrepreneurs #startups #founders

A Strong Start for 2025! Check out the latest news and upcoming events at bwtech in our January Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/egJrhdMm Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson, MS Kristen Franklin Maureen Pugh Pamela Mandell Bobbie Soellner Casina C. Stacy Cotter-Aljabiry Rita Classen Hillel Glazer David Fink Fehmida Kapadia, PhD Richard Chipkin Chris Ewing Chris White Chris Haug Christina Wrobel-Holt University of Maryland Baltimore County Maryland Tech Council Maryland Technology Internship Program Maryland Department of Commerce Startup Grind Maryland FounderTrac UMBC Career Center TEDCO Ryan Sears TCV Growth Partners Entinex The Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Community #entrepreneurship #businessfundamentals #businessgrowth #scaleup #startups #entrepreneurs #founders #biolifescience #tech #lifescience #startgrowthrive #techinnovation #marylandtech #marylandinnovation