Entrepreneurs hold key ideas, the drive, and experience to address today’s greatest obstacles. While every business might not be the next Apple, there is always a kernel of potential that can change a life, change an industry, or change the world. The key is to incubate that seed, nourish and accelerate its growth, and maintain an environment that allows it to bloom where it is planted—right here in Frederick!

Supporting local entrepreneurs not only helps to keep their ideas alive, their products and services can have transformative impact on families and communities. Capital is always an essential element to the journey, but startups need more for true sustainability. Investing in incubation, mentorship, advisory, and training is a worthy cause that has far-reaching benefits to our local economy and social development. By growing our business ecosystem and creating an efficient cycle of entrepreneurship locally, we can diversify the local economy while dramatically increasing our resilience in economic downturns.