UpSurge is an ecosystem builder,
doing it differently.
A systems approach
We’ve built an interconnected set of strategies.
Startup Advancement
Our focus on founders helps ensure they have the capital, customers, connections and coaching needed to grow at all stages. We work to connect LPs, funders and founders when stages, industries and interests align.
Building an Accelerator Hub
Through our Techstars partnership and plans for other national accelerators, we’re bringing companies across the globe to Baltimore. They also provide a launching pad for local companies and create ambassadors for Baltimore around the world.
Mobilizing the ecosystem
We’re rallying corporate, philanthropic and institutional partners. We’re collaborating with entrepreneur support orgs and thought leaders. We’re telling the stories of our gamechanging leaders. All to build a supportive local and national foundation for Baltimore tech.
Dual structure, one mission
UpSurge is structured to power its mission through both grants and investments
UpSurge Ecosystem
Through our non-profit, UpSurge Baltimore Community Inc, we are advancing a culture of innovation; supporting and problem-solving for entrepreneurs; attracting investment, companies and talent; telling Baltimore’s story around the world; and building or advocating for the pathways and policies needed to engage all interested Baltimoreans.
UpSurge Investments
Our first partnership is with Techstars, the world’s leading city ecosystem accelerator; our investment in the Techstars Equitech Accelerator offers promising startups the chance to live, work, play and grow in Baltimore.
We're Building on Baltimore’s Momentum
What does steady startup growth look like in Charm City?
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