ADVANCING STARTUPS IN THE BALTIMORE REGION
UpSurge Baltimore
We are building a thriving ecosystem for innovation and startup advancement in the Baltimore Region.
We are strengthening the startup pipeline, convening for impact, and positioning the Baltimore Region for national and global competitiveness.
The Ecosystem At A Glance
The Region's Startups
486
Startups in Baltimore Region (May 2025)
10
Startup Exits (2024)
$
5.2
B
Venture capital raised in the last 7 years
60
Venture capital deals in 2024
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UpSurge Discover, powered by local startup EcoMap Technologies, is your one-stop shop for entrepreneurial resource navigation in the Baltimore Region. Find toolkits for founders at every stage, upcoming events, coworking spaces, and connections to support organizations — all in one place.
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