ADVANCING STARTUPS IN THE BALTIMORE REGION

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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.

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UpSurge Discover

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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Annual Convening | May 19, 2026

UpSurge Momentum

Join us at CFG Bank Arena on May 19 for UpSurge Momentum, our annual convening celebrating what drives the Baltimore Region ecosystem forward. We’ll debut the 2026 Ecosystem Report and bring together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders for an unforgettable evening.

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Healthcare Summit | June 4, 2026

Inflection Point Healthcare Summit

Maryland is at the center of a pivotal moment in healthcare delivery. Join us at the Four Seasons Baltimore on June 4 as we bring together policymakers, clinicians, entrepreneurs, and other sector leaders to chart what’s next in our region and across the country.

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The Ecosystem At A Glance

The Region's Startups

Read the 2025 Baltimore Tech Ecosystem Report
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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From the UpShot

2025 Baltimore Tech Ecosystem Report

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2024 Impact Report

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Two is Stronger Than One

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UpShot: Reflections on Recent Activities in the Baltimore Tech Ecosystem

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