bwtech@UMBC Research and Technology Park

This past Wednesday, August 13, bwtech was excited to host the third session of the World Trade Center Institute’s esteemed Albrecht Fellowship Program. The session, “Improv Your Way Up: Connect with Professionals, Elevate Your Career,” brought the energy! Fellows dove into an interactive Applied Improv workshop, focusing on sharpening communication skills and creative problem-solving, followed by an inspiring panel discussion with professionals from various industries. This collaboration underscores our dedication to supporting international business development and providing world-class resources for emerging global leaders. We're proud to play a role in shaping the future of international trade and business! Marjie Cota, Maureen Pugh, Aaron Miscenich, Daniel Khoshkepazi, Nona Bankova, Brian Shea, Katie Overbey, PhD, MS, Courtney Sembly, Deepa Deshpande, MS MBIOT PMP, Logan Carnerie, Matthew Poch, Salim Benjelloun, Shannon Hatmaker, Syliva Toense, University of Maryland Baltimore County, Highwire Improv, T. Rowe Price, Under Armour, Becton Dickenson, Omnissa, RSM US LLP, #AlbrechtFellowship #bwtech #UMBC #WorldTradeCenterInstitute #ProfessionalDevelopment

A SCALEUP Maryland™ Success Story: Potomac Photonics. From remarkable growth to strategic sale in just two years— that's what our SCALEUP Maryland™ graduates achieve. Mike Adelstein, CEO of Potomac Photonics, credits the program with helping them build systems that run without constant oversight. “SCALEUP MD didn't just help me grow my business—it provided the tools and frameworks to scale strategically. I was able to generate more revenue, work fewer hours, and ultimately build a business valuable enough to sell successfully." - Mike Adelstein, CEO, Potomac Photonics Ready to write your Success Story? Applications for the SCALEUP Maryland™ program are open! Learn More & APPLY TODAY: https://lnkd.in/e4pn96qR Application Deadline: Sept 3, 2025 Program Dates: Sept 16 - Dec 9, 2025 Thank you to our sponsors for making this program possible! T. Rowe Price, Maryland Department of Commerce, Baltimore County, University of Maryland Baltimore County Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Chris White Richard Chipkin Fehmida Kapadia, David Fink Diane Devaney La Tasha Vanzie Jackie Luo Jerel Registre Jonathan Sachs, MBA, FACHE, PCC Manfred van Dulmen Stacey Van Horn Michael Ogunsanya #SCALEUPMaryland #bwtech #UMBC #BusinessLeaders #CEOs #BusinessGrowth #StrategicBusinessPlan #BusinessStrategy #StartUps #MarylandBusiness #Entrepreneurs #Founders #Innovators #SuccessStory #ScaleUpMD #BusinessTransformation

We were honored to host a distinguished Japanese delegation at bwtech@UMBC today, to discuss "Enhancing Japan's Research Security Through Regional and Subnational Diplomacy." This important visit, organized in partnership with the U.S. Department of State and the World Trade Center Institute in Maryland, brought together leading experts from both nations to strengthen research security frameworks and international collaboration. Japanese Delegation Representatives: 🔹 Takashi KAMEZAWA - Deputy Manager, Research Integrity and Economic Security Division, Risk Management Group, RIKEN 🔹 Junko MIYAZATO - Section Chief, Research Support Section, Research Promotion Division, University of the Ryukyus 🔹 Koichi NISHINO - Prefectural Assembly Member, Osaka 🔹 Mizuki Shimanuki - Associate Vice Provost for Scientific Coordination, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) 🔹 Izumi SUZUKI - Sr Consultant Research Fellow/DTFA Deloitte. University of Maryland Baltimore County Team: 🔹 Christine Mallinson - Assistant VP for Research and Scholarly Impact (ORCA) 🔹 Mike Miller - Assistant Director for Research Security and Integrity 🔹 Tomoko Hoogenboom - Principal Lecturer/Japanese Area Coordinator 🔹 Fehmida Kapadia - bwtech@UMBC Entrepreneur in Residence 🔹 David Fink - bwtech@UMBC Entrepreneur in Residence 🔹 Marjie Cota - bwtech Director Entrepreneurial Services  🔹 Aaron Miscenich - bwtech Executive Director As the delegation's first stop on their multi-state tour (MD, NC, MI, and CO), this session highlighted the critical importance of regional partnerships in advancing research security while fostering legitimate international collaboration. These dialogues are essential for building trust, sharing best practices, and ensuring that innovation can flourish within secure frameworks. We at bwtech@UMBC are proud to continue serving as a bridge for international cooperation in research and technology. Stacy Smith David DiMaria Dean Drake Wendy Martin Loren Kupferschmid Ziqi Li Donna Ruginski International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Maryland Department of Commerce Baltimore County Maryland Tech Council #ResearchSecurity #InternationalCollaboration #UMBC #bwtech #Japan #Innovation #RegionalDiplomacy #TechSecurity #stateivlp #wtcinstitute #WTCI #IVLP #GlobalExchange

This is your chance to improve your business!! We are looking forward to having a great Cohort and hope you apply if you meet the requirements or please refer someone to the program!

Way to go Kathleen Turano and team! Great news and look forward to your continued success!

Congratulations to Natáur Inc. on this exciting recognition of their important, innovative work and growth potential. We’re proud to support their journey and can’t wait to see what’s next!

USM is looking for Maryland employers who would like to enhance their talent pipeline, innovation pipeline, and business opportunities through simultaneous engagement with talented USM students AND entrepreneurs/startups, beginning with a pilot this fall. Get in touch if that sounds like your organization! Update: prompted by interest, here is a web page with more info and an interest form! https://lnkd.in/evxNW567

You hit $500K in revenue—now what? Congrats on reaching this milestone! However, if you're still working 60+ hour weeks and managing daily operations, you're limiting your company's growth potential. bwtech's SCALEUP Maryland™ Program helps growth-stage entrepreneurs like you transition from operator to strategic leader. Join Cohort 10 and learn to scale your business while reclaiming your time. APPLY NOW! https://lnkd.in/e4pn96qR Program meets Sept 16 - Dec 9 on Tuesdays, 3:55-5:30 pm. Application deadline: Sept 3, 2025 Thank you to our sponsors for who make this program possible! T. Rowe Price, Maryland Department of Commerce, Baltimore County, University of Maryland Baltimore County Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson Maureen Pugh Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Chris White Richard Chipkin Fehmida Kapadia, David Fink Diane Devaney La Tasha Vanzie Jackie Luo #SCALEUPMaryland #bwtech #UMBC #BusinessLeaders #CEOs #BusinessGrowth #StrategicBusinessPlan #BusinessStrategy #StartUps #MarylandBusiness #Entrepreneurs #Founders #Innovators

Your company hit $500K revenue. Now what? Congratulations on reaching this milestone! However, if you're still working 60+ hour weeks and handling daily operations, you're limiting your company's growth potential. The SCALEUP MD Program helps successful entrepreneurs like you transition from operator to strategic leader. Join Cohort 10 and learn to scale your business while reclaiming your time. Applications open now: https://lnkd.in/ekwPAqmX Thank you to our sponsors for who make this program possible! T. Rowe Price, Maryland Department of Commerce, Baltimore County, University of Maryland Baltimore County Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson Maureen Pugh Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Chris White Richard Chipkin Fehmida Kapadia, David Fink Kristen Franklin Stacy Ajibade Rita Classen Casina C. Pamela Mandell Bobbie Soellner Startup Grind Maryland Maryland Tech Council TEDCO Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) Maryland Department of Commerce Karen Falkler Diane Devaney La Tasha Vanzie Jackie Luo #SCALEUPMaryland #bwtech #UMBC #BusinessLeaders #CEOs #BusinessGrowth #StrategicBusinessPlan #BusinessStrategy #StartUps #MarylandBusiness #Entrepreneurs #Founders #Innovators

☀️ Summer is heating up, and so is the innovation at bwtech! Our July newsletter is packed with updates and opportunities for founders, partners, and innovators, including: 🚀 SCALEUP Maryland™ applications are open – learn how to grow your business strategically 🎓 Recruitment opportunities through the UMBC Career Center 🥪 Upcoming Lunch & Learns at bwtech 💸 Funding opportunities 📅 Can't-miss ecosystem events happening across Maryland 🔥 For the hottest news and upcoming events at bwtech, check out our July Newsletter HERE: https://lnkd.in/eJEHHuGt Aaron Miscenich Marjie Cota Will Anderson Maureen Pugh Christina Wrobel-Holt Chris Ewing Chris White Richard Chipkin Fehmida Kapadia, David Fink Kristen Franklin Stacy Ajibade Rita Classen Casina C. Pamela Mandell Bobbie Soellner University of Maryland Baltimore County T. Rowe Price Baltimore County Startup Grind Maryland Maryland Technology Internship Program Maryland Tech Council TEDCO Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) CyberLinx Solutions LLC Impact Principals UMBC Career CenterrMaryland Department of Commerce 1 Million Cupss #bwtech #UMBC #SCALEUPMaryland #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #MarylandInnovation #TechEcosystem #CareerOpportunities #Founders #UMBCCareerCenter #UMBCInterns #LunchAndLearn