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Towson University’s Annual Business Plan Competition

Towson University’s annual Business Plan Competition is a region-wide initiative, open to anyone in the Baltimore-Washington area. The goal of this competition is to encourage entrepreneurship, small business growth, and innovation. The winner receives a 90-day incubator membership valued at $5,000, including office space, and mentoring and advisory services, along with a cash prize. The  Read the Rest…

PINNACLE FOODS TO OPEN HAGERSTOWN MANUFACTURING FACILITY

Pinnacle Foods Inc. (NYSE: PF), a leading producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products in the U.S., has announced plans to locate a manufacturing facility in Hagerstown. The company initially plans to create 85 to 125 full-time jobs in Hagerstown by December 2018.   The facility, formerly owned by Unilever, will produce Pinnacle’s gardein™  Read the Rest…

Rise of the Rest is On the Move

This is the beginning of a new era for entrepreneurship across the U.S. — high-growth companies can now start and scale anywhere, not just in a few coastal cities. Revolution’s “Rise of the Rest” with Steve Case is a nationwide effort to tell this story and work closely with entrepreneurs in emerging startup ecosystems. On  Read the Rest…

GOMA Launches New Procurement Database

Searching for contract opportunities in Maryland just got easier!  The Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs is pleased to announce the launch of the new Procurement Forecast Database. This new tool for small business owners allows firms the ability to: search recurring and projected opportunities, plan ahead and connect directly with agency buyers and procurement officers.  Read the Rest…

Celebrating National Small Business Week

May 4-8, 2015 is National Small Business Week — a celebration of the critical contributions of American’s entrepreneurs and small business owners who are creating 21st century jobs, driving innovation and increasing America’s global competitiveness. Check out the activities hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration at https://www.sba.gov/nsbw/.  

Meet Special Secretary Jimmy Rhee

Life has been fast and furious since beginning my service to the State of Maryland as the Special Secretary of the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs. I am honored to have this opportunity to work directly with a wide range of people who support diversity. I believe my work in the public and private sectors  Read the Rest…

[Webinar] What’s In Your Wallet?

What’s in Your Wallet? Setting Financial Goals that Matter Start Your Year Off Right!  Running a small business in any economy can be tough.  Join us January 22, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for a webinar that will help you set your financial goals for 2015. Our presenter will be author, speaker and  Read the Rest…

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