BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.medamd.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T235900 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20240308T113149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T162721Z UID:63614-1710201600-1716940740@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Maryland StartUp Accelerator DESCRIPTION:Maryland StartUp Accelerator™ designed to help entrepreneurs prepare for investment and propel their startup’s rise! \n\nCreated for Maryland entrepreneurs by Maryland entrepreneurs\, using Maryland-created technology. \nIt isn’t just an accelerator program; it’s a catalyst for your startup’s rise.  \nWho supports the program? The Maryland StartUp Accelerator program is designed and supported by bwtech\, Startup Grind Maryland™\, and FounderTrac™. \nProgram Mission – to provide Maryland-based startup founders with the knowledge and skills they need to attract investment and thrive. \nWhat is Maryland StartUp Accelerator? \nMaryland StartUp Accelerator is an intensive\, 12-week\, virtual program for startup and early stage founders and CEOs\, to place them in the best possible position to grow a highly successful company and raise outside capital. The program provides the tools\, guidance\, and resources required for success through the acclaimed FounderTrac process and guidance from experienced industry professionals\, mentors\, and advisors. \nThe program focuses on five key aspects of growth – leadership\, marketing\, sales\, operations and finance – and provides a structure to help leaders put what they learn into actions that will grow their business. During each session\, facilitators and the peer team will help guide\, challenge\, and help uncover specific paths to grow your business and become investment ready. \n\nCost: FREE\nLocation: Virtual\nProgram Start Date: Tuesday\, March 12\nProgram End Date: Tuesday\, May 28\nPitch Competition Gala: June 4\n\nJoin us to experience a transformation that goes beyond the ordinary! \nWhat is the Selection Criteria? \n\nMust be a Maryland-based company\nMust have a highly scalable business model\nThe product uniquely solves a problem for a large addressable market\nThe founders are accomplished people who thrive in a high-performance environment\nLess than $500\,000 in annualized revenue\nConsidering taking outside investment\nHave not participated gone through another Accelerator program\nFully completed application\n\nHow Does the Maryland Startup Accelerator Program Work? \nAs a participant\, you’re not merely signing up for a program; you’re embarking on a journey that will provide: \nInvestment Readiness: Acquire the expertise\, insights\, and connections necessary to make your venture irresistible to potential investors. \nEducation\, Guidance\, and Introductions: 12 weeks of intensive education\, inspiration\, and personalized introductions to resources\, mentors\, advisors\, and investors critical to the success of your startup\, ensuring you have the right support at every turn. \nGala Pitch Competition: Showcase your startup to a discerning audience\, and open doors to potential investors\, mentors\, advisors\, and financiers who can elevate your business to new heights. \nMembership in the Startup Grind Global Community: Embrace the opportunity to be a lifelong member of the largest global community of innovators\, technologists\, and creatives\, startups from concept to exit. It is truly a global community unlocking collaboration and growth opportunities on a global scale. \nFree Admission to StartUp Grind Maryland events: Enjoy exclusive access at a fraction of the regular cost\, expanding your horizons and connecting with like-minded innovators. \n\nPost Accelerator cohort Founders Forum events.\nGuaranteed admission to the Startup Grind Global Startup Program\nCurated Mentor & Investor Introductions\nExhibition + Event Priority Access\nMember-Only Slack Community\nEducational programming\, seminars\, webinars\, etc.\nMonthly Newsletter\nGlobal Brand Exposure\nExclusive Partner Offers & Discounts\nOngoing post-program cohort Founders Forums and cohort events.\n\n2024 Maryland StartUp Accelerator Program Curriculum \n \nWhat to Expect Upon Completion \nCompleting the program is not just a milestone—it’s a game-changer. At the end of this transformative journey\, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of your business and a personalized roadmap and action plan for your venture\, covering every aspect from sales and marketing to operations\, finance\, legal\, and product development. \nQuestions? \nContact Marjie Cota\, Director of Entrepreneurial Services or Chris Houg\, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at bwtech and Director of Startup Grind Maryland. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/maryland-startup-accelerator/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T100000 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20240408T165342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T165342Z UID:64519-1712656800-1712656800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO's DefTech Monthly Office Hours DESCRIPTION:  \nAttend Deftech’s Monthly Office Hours to find out how you can support your business. Visit here to sign up. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedcos-deftech-monthly-office-hours/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20240408T170047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T170047Z UID:64522-1713258000-1713272400@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:Startup Portal's Celebrate Entrepreneurship Event DESCRIPTION:  \nHere is an opportunity to network and engage in dynamic panel topics to “Elevate” your knowledge base and expand opportunities for success! \nVisit here to sign up or learn more about this event. \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/startup-portals-celebrate-entrepreneurship-event/ LOCATION:91 West Main Street Westminster\, MD 21157\, 91 West Main Street\, Westminister\, MD\, 21157 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240424 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20231004T155011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T202730Z UID:59230-1713657600-1713916799@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:2024 MEDA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:When: April 21 – 23\, 2024\nLocation: Hyatt Regency\, Chesapeake Bay\, Cambridge\, Maryland\nTheme: Leveraging Maryland’s Competitive Advantages\nThe 2024 MEDA Annual Conference was a successful three days filled with insightful discussions and camaraderie with Maryland’s economic development leaders. The conference explored Maryland’s competitive assets while analyzing strategies crucial for the state’s future success. MEDA’s impressive lineup of speakers and panelists delved further into these resources and spotlighted best practices that are boosting Maryland’s competitive edge. \nClick here to see the photos. \nTo view the draft minutes from the 2024 MEDA Winter Conference\, click here. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://medamd.com/partnership-type/annual-conferences/ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.medamd.com/meda-2024-annual-conference-agenda-draft/ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n https://www.medamd.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2024-2025-Slate-of-Officers.pdf \n\n \n \n\n  \n\n\n\nGet our official event app\, \n\n\niOSAndroid\n  \n\n\nFor feature details\, visit Whova\n\n\n  \n  URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/2024-meda-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay\, Cambridge\, MD\, 100 Heron Blvd\, US-50\, Cambridge\, MD\, 21613\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20240408T154845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T154845Z UID:64476-1713952800-1713952800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO's Investment Open Forum DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you an entrepreneur looking for funding opportunities for your business? TEDCO has several investment funds that could be a great fit! Any additional questions can be answered at the virtual Investment Open Forum\, hosted by TEDCO’s investment team each month. \nClick here to register for the next Investment Open Forum. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedcos-investment-open-forum/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000 DTSTAMP:20260619T060720 CREATED:20240408T170304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T170304Z UID:64532-1713952800-1713952800@www.medamd.com SUMMARY:TEDCO's Investment Open Forum DESCRIPTION:  \nAttend the Open Forum to learn more about TEDCO’s Investment Funds and let TEDCO learn more about your company. \nSign up for this event here. URL:https://www.medamd.com/event/tedcos-investment-open-forum-2/ LOCATION:MD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR