Maryland-based tech company advances inclusivity, automation, and data-driven vetting in media and beyond
COLUMBIA, Md., (February 18, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent $200,000 Pre-Seed Builder Fund investment in EBO Corp. The Pre-Seed Builder Fund is housed under TEDCO’s Social Impact Funds which were created to engage and invest in underserved founders and communities.
“EBO is dedicated to democratizing access to media and business opportunities for everyone,” said Crystal I. Berger, CEO of EBO Corp. “TEDCO’s investment allows us to expand our capabilities beyond media, developing scalable solutions that enhance automation and mitigate bias across multiple sectors.”
Based in Baltimore, MD, EBO Corp. has developed an AI-powered platform that automates operational media booking processes, ensuring efficiency and scalability. Recognizing the growing need for robust vetting tools and the capacity challenges facing legacy media, EBO expanded its technology into Vettify, a trademarked standalone solution that streamlines the vetting of individuals and businesses across industries. This evolution is already enabling partnerships, such as a recent engagement with Amazon to vet and analyze datasets.
“EBO is one example of the many businesses we invest in to support the continued growth of Maryland’s innovation ecosystem,” said Jean-Luc Park, senior director of TEDCO’s Social Impact Funds. “With this follow-on investment made with another investor, TEDCO looks forward to seeing EBO’s continued growth.”
EBO Corp. is a TEDCO portfolio company that has previously worked with the Urban Business Innovation Initiative (UBII) and received funding from the Social Impact Funds.
“Entrepreneurs looking for a place to build their business should consider Maryland,” TEDCO CEO, Troy LeMaile-Stovall, explained. “With programs like the Social Impact Funds, and a ranking of eighth for capital raised on per capital basis, it’s the best place for a business to grow, collaborate and thrive.”
For information about TEDCO’s Builder Fund, visit tedcomd.com/funding/builder-fund.