TEDCO’s Executive Director of Government Program Development, Affairs & Research selected as 2025 Rising Star
COLUMBIA, Md., (April 17, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announces Alex Choi, executive director, Government Program Development, Affairs & Research as a 2025 Rising Star from the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. This recognition is awarded to up to five individuals throughout the state, recognizing their contributions and leadership.
The Rising Stars Award celebrates young professionals who are excelling in their careers while inspiring others through innovation, collaboration and a deep commitment to service. Choi’s dedication to TEDCO’s mission of fostering entrepreneurship in the state played a key role in his selection. Chosen from a competitive pool of more than 100 nominees, Choi stood out for his exceptional leadership, strategic vision and impact within Maryland’s innovation ecosystem.
“Alex is thoughtful, engaged and consistently delivers value not just to TEDCO but to our entire innovation community,” said Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO. “His recognition as a Rising Star is a testament to his passion for service and his ability to build the kind of cross-sector collaborations that move Maryland forward.”
In this role, Choi helps build relationships with State and Federal policy leaders to advance TEDCO’s budgetary, legislative, and regulatory priorities. Applying a data driven approach, he identifies, researches, and makes recommendations on policy and metric trends that influence the evolving innovation ecosystem and impact TEDCO’s portfolio companies and programs. Choi assists with launching new legislatively created programs, supporting the transition from policy to program.
In addition to these responsibilities, Choi leads the Cyber Maryland Program, working closely with the Cyber Maryland Board and other stakeholders to develop and implement a statewide strategy to strengthen Maryland’s Cybersecurity Workforce pipeline infrastructure.
“Alex brings a rare combination of vision, strategy and follow-through to his work,” said Mindy Lehman, TEDCO’s chief government program development, affairs & policy officer. “He’s helped shape the way we engage with policymakers, tell TEDCO’s story and translate ideas into action. Whether it’s building statewide programs or connecting the dots between legislation and entrepreneurship, Alex is constantly looking for ways to make our innovation ecosystem stronger and more equitable.”
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce will honor this year’s Rising Stars during the Inspire MD 2025 event on May 8, 2025, at the Baltimore Museum of Industry, recognizing the achievements and future promise of Maryland’s emerging changemakers. To learn more about the Rising Stars Award and view past recipients here.