Maryland Innovation Center

Where other incubators are focused on developing the next big thing, we’re focused on developing you. We have the experience, experts, and resources to help.

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Join us for the Cyber Howard Accelerator Cohort III Graduation & Demo Day as we celebrate the accomplishments of participating companies and the continued growth of Howard County's cybersecurity innovation ecosystem.

The event begins with a graduation ceremony and networking luncheon, providing an opportunity to connect with founders, mentors, investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners. The program will conclude with the Demo Day Pitch Competition, where cohort companies will showcase their solutions and present to a panel of judges for the opportunity to win awards.

Space is limited, register today! 🎟️ https://t.co/FhiQPSHQqb

#MarylandInnovation #EconomicDevelopment #CyberInnovation #GovTech #CyberEcosystem

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Your next opportunity could be one connection away.

MIC membership gives entrepreneurs and growing businesses more than a place to work. It provides access to the resources, partnerships and tools that help companies move forward with confidence.

Depending on your membership level, you can access benefits like PitchBook, a two-year Maryland Tech Council membership, Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) and partner resources, conference room access, office services, and discounts on MIC BRITE classes and HCEDA signature events.

Discover everything that's included with MIC membership and find the membership tier that's right for your business.

Learn more: https://t.co/RU7egFxZGz

#MarylandInnovationCenter #Entrepreneurship #Startup #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #HowardCounty #MarylandBusiness #TechStartups #Founder

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Join us on August 5 for a hands-on session with Max Kryzhanovskiy, CEO of MOS Creative, and learn how to plan, design, and build an MVP the right way. Instead of spending months and budget on features nobody asked for, you'll learn how to create a product that validates your idea first.

In this practical, two-hour hybrid workshop, you'll learn:
✅ How to scope an MVP around your riskiest assumption
✅ How to make UX/UI decisions without a full design team
✅ AI-assisted workflows that can reduce development time and cost
✅ Tips, tools, resources, and a live Q&A with Max

Whether you join us in person or virtually, you'll leave with a practical framework for your next build.

📅 August 5, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM ET
📍 Attend in person or join virtually
💵 Virtual from $15 | In person from $35 (early bird)

Register Today: https://t.co/FHWPagJ6sC

#Startup #Entrepreneurship #MVP #ProductDevelopment #ProductDesign #UXDesign #UIDesign

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🌍 Congratulations to Nunsys, our Maryland Innovation Center member and MIC Global participant, on being featured by the Maryland Department of Commerce for its successful expansion into the U.S. market.

International businesses like Nunsys strengthen Howard County's economy by introducing new technologies, attracting investment, creating high-quality jobs, and expanding our global business community. Through MIC Global, we help international companies establish a U.S. presence, build strategic partnerships, and grow their operations in Howard County.

After establishing its U.S. entity, Nunsys also joined our Cyber Howard Accelerator Cohort III to accelerate its localization strategy and strengthen its presence in the U.S. cybersecurity market.

Congratulations to the Nunsys team on this well-deserved recognition. We look forward to supporting your continued growth.

Read the full story: https://t.co/70b5UwFS9S

#MICGlobal #CyberHoward #MarylandInnovationCenter #InternationalBusiness #HowardCounty #EconomicDevelopment #Innovation

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Happy Independence Day from all of us!

As we look ahead to America's 250th anniversary in 2026, we're proud to be part of the HoCo250 celebration, honoring the people, places and milestones that have helped define our community for generations.

Whether you're spending the day with family, supporting a local business or enjoying one of Howard County's many celebrations, we wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July!

❤️🤍💙 Happy Independence Day!

#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #HoCo250 #Maryland250 #HowardCounty

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More than 100 founders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders filled the room this week for GovCon Ready: Two Days to Build, Compete, and Win at the Maryland Innovation Center.

Over two days, attendees developed practical strategies for entering and growing in the government contracting market. From business development and competitive positioning to certifications, proposal strategy, and funding opportunities, participants gained the tools and connections needed to compete with confidence.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our partner, Hutch, for helping make this program a success. We look forward to seeing how these businesses put their new knowledge into action.

#GovCon #SmallBusiness #MarylandInnovationCenter #HowardCountyBusiness

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We’re proud to share that four Howard County Economic Development Authority programs earned 2026 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards, contributing to Howard County Government's record-breaking 113 national awards. This marks the highest number of annual NACo awards earned by any Maryland county in history.

Our award-winning programs demonstrate how we create opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators across Howard County:

🏆 Flex Line of Credit Program – Expands access to capital so small businesses can grow and succeed.
🏆 Cyber Howard Accelerator – Helps cybersecurity startups accelerate growth, build partnerships and bring new technologies to market.
🏆 The Market at Caplan's Retail Incubator – Supports local entrepreneurs as they launch and grow successful retail businesses.
🏆 MIC Global Program – Connects international companies with the resources, partnerships and support they need to establish and expand in Howard County.

The NACo Achievement Awards recognize innovative county programs that strengthen communities, improve services and deliver measurable results. These four awards reflect our commitment to helping businesses thrive, fostering innovation and creating lasting economic impact throughout Howard County.

#NACoAwards #EconomicDevelopment #HowardCounty #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #MarylandInnovationCenter

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The right mentor can save you months of trial and error.

With Amplify and Empower memberships at the Maryland Innovation Center, you're not just joining a coworking space. You're gaining access to experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and mentors who can help you navigate challenges, refine your strategy, and accelerate your growth. Members also benefit from funding guidance, business resources, exclusive programming, and a collaborative community built around helping founders succeed.

Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, you don't have to build it alone.

Learn more about Amplify and Empower memberships: https://t.co/UJDVRiEiKA

#MarylandInnovationCenter #Entrepreneurship #Startup #BusinessGrowth #Mentorship #FounderCommunity #HowardCounty

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A full-circle success story for Howard County's innovation ecosystem.

We're excited to partner with App Beacon, a homegrown technology company that grew within Howard County's entrepreneurial community, to power new mobile engagement platforms for both Howard County businesses and Maryland Innovation Center members. Through these applications, users will have easier access to resources, events, funding opportunities, programs, networking, and support right from their mobile devices.

This partnership demonstrates what's possible when entrepreneurs have access to the right resources, mentorship, and community support. Today's startup can become tomorrow's solution provider, helping strengthen the ecosystem that helped it grow.

Learn more about the partnership: https://t.co/F6b4D6QOY3

#HowardCounty #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #MarylandInnovationCenter #EconomicDevelopment #StartupSuccess

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⏰ Final Days to Register

Government agencies spend billions of dollars every year, but winning contracts takes more than getting certified and hoping for the best.

If you're serious about growing through government contracting, the GovCon Blueprint will help you build the strategy, business development pipeline, proposal foundation, and funding roadmap needed to compete with confidence.

In just 5 days, founders, small business owners, and growth-minded entrepreneurs will come together for two intensive days of practical guidance, actionable tools, and local connections that can help accelerate their GovCon journey.

📅 June 29-30
📍 Maryland Innovation Center
Register now before seats fill:
https://t.co/f6PV3FJTIo

#GovCon #GovernmentContracting #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #HowardCounty #GovConBlueprint

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Looking for the perfect space to host your next meeting, workshop, training, podcast, or networking event?

The Maryland Innovation Center offers flexible, professional spaces designed to help businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations connect, collaborate, and grow.

Our rental options include:

🏢 Meeting & Conference Rooms
🎤 Training & Workshop Space
🤝 Networking & Community Event Space
🎙️ Podcast Studio for recording professional audio content
📍 Convenient Columbia Location

Whether you're hosting a team meeting, recording your next podcast episode, leading a training session, or bringing your community together, the MIC has a space to fit your needs.

Book your space today and bring your ideas to life. Learn more: https://t.co/kWeeuIFBDf

#MarylandInnovationCenter #MIC #HowardCounty #Entrepreneurship #BusinessCommunity #PodcastStudio #MeetingSpace #Coworking

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Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of opportunity for all.

We recognize the contributions of Black entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, and community members who help strengthen our economy and communities every day.

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Chasing contracts without a system is just expensive guessing.

The GovCon Blueprint is two days of identifying your competitive positioning, proposal fundamentals, building a BD pipeline that keeps moving, and funding resources to back it up.

Leave with a plan. Leave ready to compete.
June 29–30 | Maryland Innovation Center
Register Now https://t.co/TLKir9XNod

#GovCon #GovernmentContracting #FounderLife #GrowthStrategy #HowardCounty #GovConBlueprint

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We recently welcomed founders, clinicians, investors, and innovators for an evening of conversation and connection focused on the future of digital health and MedTech.

Attendees explored the opportunities and challenges shaping healthcare innovation, gaining insights into commercialization, funding, regulation, and growth while building connections across the region's digital health ecosystem.

Thank you to Amplify MedTech and everyone who joined us for an engaging evening advancing innovation in healthcare.

#DigitalHealth #MedTech #HealthcareInnovation #LifeSciences #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #MarylandInnovationCenter #HowardCounty

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Looking for more than just office space?

An MIC membership gives entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses access to the resources, connections, and support needed to scale.

🤝 Connect with mentors, investors, and industry leaders
📈 Access funding guidance, growth programs, and business resources
🏢 Choose from flexible coworking memberships or private office space
🎤 Attend networking events, workshops, pitch competitions, and training programs
🌐 Join a collaborative ecosystem of entrepreneurs, innovators, and strategic partners

Whether you're launching a startup, growing your team, or looking for your next opportunity, MIC membership provides the space, expertise, and community to help you move forward.
Learn more: https://t.co/RU7egFxZGz

#MarylandInnovationCenter #MIC #Entrepreneurship #Startups #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #SmallBusiness #FounderCommunity #Coworking #MarylandBusiness

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Power Moves brought founders, executives, and emerging tech leaders together for a morning of strategy, leadership, and connection.

Attendees explored how to lead with confidence, build strategic relationships, strengthen their professional presence, and shape the future of technology through engaging discussions and actionable insights.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our partner, Hutch, for helping create an experience that empowered leaders to grow their networks, amplify their impact, and take the next step forward.

#PowerMoves #TechLeadership #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment

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You did the program. You kept building. Now come tell us about it.

The HoCo Higher Alumni Mixer is a night to celebrate the wins that happened after graduation and to stay connected to what's coming next.

Attended any BRITE programming? You're welcome.
June 18 | 5:30–8 PM | Space is limited
Register here https://t.co/SJ6lMouHCG

#HoCoHigher #AlumniNetwork #HowardCounty #FounderCommunity #MarylandStartups

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The government is one of the biggest buyers in the world. Most small businesses never figure out how to get in front of them.

The GovCon Blueprint is two days of fixing that — strategy, proposals, BD pipeline, funding sources, and the local relationships that actually open doors.

June 29–30 | Maryland Innovation Center

Register here https://t.co/TLKir9XNod

#GovCon #GovernmentContracting #Startup #SmallBusiness #MarylandStartups #GovConBlueprint

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Leading while being underestimated is exhausting. There's a better way.

Walk away with a leadership style that's unapologetically yours, a network strategy that actually moves things, and a growth plan built to scale without burning you out.

MIC x Hutch | June 12 | 8:30 AM–12 PM

Grab your spot https://t.co/7EAbE6Pbjm

#PowerMoves #Startup #ScaleUp #TechLeadership #MarylandInnovation"

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Yesterday, founders joined us for Lunch & Learn: Debt Financing with Bret Schrieber of Fulton Bank's Life Science & Technology Division.

Bret shared how debt financing can help startups bridge funding gaps, support growth, and access capital at different stages of their journey. Attendees also learned about Fulton's approach to working with technology and life science companies, including financing solutions designed to meet the unique needs of innovative businesses.

Thank you to Bret and Fulton Bank for helping our founders better understand the funding options available as they grow and scale.