Sourcefire founder Martin Roesch and 500 Startups mentor Paul Singh to be keynote speakers, and 2013 Entrepreneur Expo agenda announced
COLUMBIA, Md. (Sept. 4, 2013) – The Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) announced today that it will host the third annual Entrepreneur Expo, “E2E: Entrepreneurs Inspiring Entrepreneurs” on Monday, Nov. 18, 2013, at the BWI Airport Marriott in Linthicum Heights, Md. Coinciding with Global Entrepreneurship Week, which includes worldwide activities in recognition of the entrepreneurial spirit, TEDCO will host this large-scale Expo, featuring dynamic conference programming for beginner to experienced entrepreneurs. Last year’s Expo was a nationally featured Global Entrepreneurship Week event that drew more than 350 people, and this year’s lineup of programming and speakers is expected to draw even more of the region’s top entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, legislators and researchers.
“TEDCO’s extensive network of entrepreneurs is eager to share strategies and best practices about experiences in business,” said Rob Rosenbaum, president and executive director of TEDCO. “This third annual Expo focuses on creating an environment where leading entrepreneurs can inspire the next generation of innovators, and where up-and-comers can make valuable connections to ideas, mentors and capital.”
Speaking at the Entrepreneur Expo will be Sourcefire founder and CTO Martin Roesch, a leading cyber security expert, and Paul Singh, mentor at business accelerator and seed fund 500 Startups. A complete list of Entrepreneur Expo: E2E panelists, speakers and sessions will be available at www.innovatemd.com.
The agenda for 2013 will cover a variety of programming with an emphasis on networking, breakout sessions and nationally-renowned speakers. Two unique components of the conference will be “Meeting Movers, Shakers and Other Influencers,” which will allow Expo attendees to practice their elevator pitches on well-connected entrepreneurs, investors and advisers through a speed dating-like setup; and “Final Eight Presentations,” which will showcase the eight finalists from Pitch Across Maryland. These finalists, out of a field of more than 150 companies, will compete at the Expo to win a collection of valuable offerings and services from Pitch Across Maryland tour leaders, sponsors, affiliates and participants. A variety of panel discussions and networking sessions will allow entrepreneurs to make connections and meet potential mentors.
For additional information, online registration or to view the complete agenda and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.innovatemd.com. This year, TEDCO has partnered with National Conference Services, Inc. (NCSI) to coordinate sponsorship and exhibit opportunities. Registration ends Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Early bird pricing and student rates are available.
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