Bwtech@UMBC, Startup Grind Maryland unveil inaugur

The Maryland StartUp Accelerator, a project born from a collaboration between Startup Grind Maryland and bwtech Research & Technology Park at UMBC, is a 12-week, virtual program designed to place startup founders and CEOs in the best possible position to grow a highly successful company and raise outside capital. (Photo courtesy of bwtech Research & Technology Park at UMBC)

Daily Record Staff//March 12, 2024//

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Bwtech@UMBC and Startup Grind Maryland Tuesday announced nine startup entrepreneurs selected for the pilot cohort of Maryland Startup Accelerator, a program designed to provide promising startup founders and CEOs with the knowledge and resources they need to grow a successful, sustainable business.

This landmark initiative, developed in partnership by bwtech and Startup Grind Maryland, marks a significant step forward in fostering homegrown innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Maryland.

Maryland Startup Accelerator Cohort 1 includes:

Revelar Analytics, Maria Nikol, CEO
Nataur LLC, Kathleen Turano, CEO
Athena Environmental Sciences Inc. Benjamin Broedel, CEO
Uplift Geosystems, Daniel Nothaft, CEO
Heavy Lift Drones LLC, Solomon David Spector, CEO
High Potential Designs LLC, Bert Estes, CEO
ItinAFairy LLC, Kirsten Tucker, CEO
Gintention LLC, Malaika Dirieh, CEO
Fluffy NAS, Matthew Zamora, CEO

The startup companies selected for the program represent a diverse array of industries and innovation areas, showcasing the rich potential of Maryland’s entrepreneurial landscape. As they progress through the program, these companies will be poised to become key players in their respective fields, contributing to the growth and vibrancy of Maryland’s economy.

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Designed by Maryland entrepreneurs, for Maryland entrepreneurs, the program uses Maryland-based FounderTrac software to provide the structure, guidance, and tools startups need for sustainable business growth, and is managed by seasoned industry professionals, mentors, and advisers. The pilot program will culminate in a Pitch Night Gala June 4.

Over 12 weeks, program participants will embark on an intensive journey of growth and discovery. The program offers a robust curriculum that covers crucial aspects of business development, from refining business models and scaling operations to effective marketing and team building strategies. In addition, participants will receive unparalleled access to a rich network of resources, including expert advisers, industry leaders and investors who are deeply embedded in the Maryland entrepreneurial ecosystem.