TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo 2026 Highlights | Innovation, Startups, Investment & Economic Growth

🎥 TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo 2026 | Innovation, Startups, Investment & Maryland's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem 🚀 TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo 2026 brought together startup founders, investors, policymakers, university leaders, researchers, and business professionals on October 27 at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor. With more than 1,300 registrations, the Expo featured five programming tracks, expert-led discussions, technology showcases, startup pitch competitions, investor engagement, and networking opportunities. 🎤 Leadership and Economic Development Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO, highlighted the organization's economic impact and entrepreneurial support initiatives. Jay Perman, Chancellor of the University System of Maryland, and David Tohn, TEDCO Board Chair, also addressed attendees. 🏛️ Maryland Secretary of Commerce Harry Coker Jr., Secretary of State Susan C. Lee, and Senate President Bill Ferguson discussed international investment, economic development, and Maryland's innovation priorities. 💡 Innovation and Expert Sessions Across multiple sessions, industry experts explored artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cybersecurity, blockchain, advanced manufacturing, healthcare innovation, technology commercialization, startup financing, and business growth. 🤝 Investment and Entrepreneurship Investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders discussed funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and approaches to scaling innovative businesses. 🏆 Student Innovation and Pitch Competitions Six student ventures—Elevair, QuickDx, AIDA, ZenAir, BlueHealer, and Lumenate Venture—participated in the University Pitch Competition. 🎉 Lumenate Venture won the $10,000 award, while the Expo also featured the Concept Capital Pitch Competition's $50,000 award announcement. 🏅 Recognizing Leadership in Student Entrepreneurship Tammi Thomas, President of TEDCO, received a Certificate of Appreciation, presented by Shannon Collins, Founder of the University Pitch Competition, recognizing her contributions to supporting student entrepreneurship and the competition's success. 🌐 Connecting Maryland's Innovation Ecosystem From startup exhibitions and expert discussions to investor networking and international collaboration, the Expo highlighted opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect, exchange ideas, and explore new partnerships. 🎥 Watch Potomac24's video coverage of TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo 2026, featuring leadership highlights, expert sessions, startup innovations, pitch competitions, recognition moments, and Maryland's entrepreneurial community.