How collaboration supports the continued growth of innovation
COLUMBIA, Md., (October 6, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announces the panel “Funding the Future: Life Sciences and Emerging Technologies” to take place at the upcoming 2025 Entrepreneur Expo at the Hotel at The University of Maryland on October 21, 2025. The panel will be moderated by Myra Norton, leads the acceleration team at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures.
“Innovators and entrepreneurs often face the challenges of time, treasure or funding and talent,” said Troy LeMaile-Stovall, TEDCO CEO. “In this session, the panelists will tackle how collaboration can help ease the challenge of raising capital, encouraging continued growth across the industry.”
For life sciences and emerging industries, innovation comes with larger risks and longer timelines, making raising capital difficult. Through this session, industry leaders and experts will explain how they are collaborating to make this process more accessible, allowing for continued innovation and growth.
The panel will include:
- Moderator: Myra Norton, Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures
- Arti Santhanam, Emerging Technology Centers
- Maggie Scully, Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Deborah Hemingway, Ecphora Capital
TEDCO’s Entrepreneur Expo is Maryland’s premier gathering for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors and thought leaders to connect, learn and be inspired. This year’s event promises a full day of interactive workshops, insightful discussions and dynamic pitches from emerging companies.
Don’t miss your chance to attend the last Entrepreneur Expo! Tickets are limited, so secure your spot now and get ready for a day filled with learning, networking and inspiration.