Events

Calling all social innovators of Baltimore! The Social Innovation Lab (SIL) at Johns Hopkins University accelerates emerging ventures and leaders that seek to change Baltimore and the world. SIL provides funding, advising and mentorship, training, technical assistance, office space, and network access to help these innovative mission-driven companies and disruptive technologies develop into thriving, sustainable ventures that make […]

Protect your startup by taking advantage of our pro bono legal services. Meeting online with our partnering local law firms can help your startup avoid common legal roadblocks and pitfalls. These firms have a long history of working with Johns Hopkins and offer virtual office hours the first Thursday of each month. Available only to […]

Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with FastForward Mentors-in-Residence AJ Donelson and Bill McNamara to discuss getting started on a path to commercialization. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from their experience and perspectives as senior business leaders and consultants, entrepreneurs, mentors, translational fund advisors, and Johns Hopkins University alumni. Office […]

Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with Sean Tunis, MD, MSc, President of Health Technology Assessment International and FastForward Mentor in Residence to discuss the regulatory process of high-impact discoveries. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from Dr. Tunis’ experience as a regulatory expert, entrepreneur, clinician, and mentor. Office hour sessions […]

Join us to discuss how you can join the Nucleate Activator Program to develop your pitch and work with biotech venture leaders. Join us for an exciting in-person event at FastForward U at Johns Hopkins. Get ready to dive into the world of innovation and entrepreneurship! This info session will provide you with all the essential details about the Nucleate […]

JHTV is seeking applications from women innovators to pitch their invention at a virtual event on Nov. 16 to receive feedback and the chance to win funding! Pitch It On! is JHTV’s virtual pitch competition featuring Johns Hopkins women inventors seeking an award of $10,000 to support their innovation’s development. Three female-led innovations will be […]

Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with Richard Hughen, CEO of Linshom and FastForward Mentor-in-Residence to discuss market assessments, commercialization, and funding for medical devices. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from Hughen’s experience working with Fortune 500 companies in the medical device industry in addition to creating and exiting two […]

For the first time, The Baltimore Banner is bringing together our region’s most influential leaders to tackle Maryland’s biggest challenges and envision an exciting future. The immersive, one-day event brings together top voices from key industries, creating a dialogue on the issues deeply impacting our region. Featuring visionary speakers, compelling panel discussions, storytelling sessions and […]

Supported by TEDCO and MD Commerce, Maryland Defense Technology Commercialization (DefTech) Center is promoting the use of defense technologies by commercial businesses.  Each month, TEDCO’s DefTech team hosts open Office Hours to answer questions about DefTech membership and services. To learn more about how DefTech can help Maryland businesses grow, join us on the second Tuesday […]

Want to find your perfect startup soulmate? Register now for our Fall 2023 Mix Match Night! Whether you’re a startup team looking for new members or an individual looking to put your talents to good use in entrepreneurship, we’ll have a match for you! Register as a team if you’d like to table at this […]

The NSF Mid-Atlantic I-Corps Hub is proud to present a series of activities to celebrate Hispanics in the National Innovation Network (NIN). Agenda 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM: Welcome Message: Hispanic representation in Science and Innovation 9:10 AM – 9:25 AM: Keynote Speaker: Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America 9:25 AM – 9:35 […]

Did you know: Latino-owned employer tech firms now represent 19% of the industry, outpacing non-Latino-owned employer firms, which are only 14%. Latino/a-owned tech firms represented 54% of start-ups that raised over $1 million dollars in venture funding in 2021. During this webinar, panelists will get the opportunity to explain their journey, achievements, and what they […]

The BIO Investor Forum Returns to San Francisco The BIO Investor Forum is back! Join us at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square from October 17-18 for two days of thought-leadership, BIO One-on-One Partnering™ and insight into investment trends and the priorities of venture-stage growth and emerging public biotech companies. More than 800 biotech leaders […]

Financial health and stability are key elements in a successful startup. Meeting with our partnering local firms can help your startup avoid common tax and accounting roadblocks and pitfalls. FastForward members are encouraged to take advantage of pro bono consultations in business accounting, tax and audit practices. Virtual consultation services include an introductory advisory discussion […]

For the past seven years, the World Trade Center Institute’s AGILE Global Innovation Series has curated panel discussions about topics executives at globally minded businesses need to be up to speed on if they want to succeed in the rapidly changing world economy. In 2023, we are taking this programming to the next level. Partnering with the […]

Learn how to work with Thermo Fisher Scientific through virtual office hour sessions. Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science by providing an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support, through five premier brands: Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services. Available only to FastForward […]

Blu Venture’s Cyber Venture Forum (formerly Blu Cyber Summit) is the leading, must-attend event for emerging trends, advanced technologies, and disruptive ideas in cybersecurity. Designed specifically for cybersecurity founders, executives, and investors, the Cyber Venture Forum is intended to drive new connections, invest in unique builders, and elevate the latest cyber ideas through an in-person, […]

The Fulton Financial Corporation’s new Life Sciences and Technology Division will be developing innovative, disruptive initiatives in order to support the life sciences and technology industry. FastForward members are invited to schedule a 30-minute, virtual session to meet with Fulton Bank’s new division to discuss banking solutions for life sciences and technology startups.

Schedule a personalized technical session with Microsoft Startups and One Commercial Partnerships team members. Every second and fourth Thursday, FastForward members have the opportunity to meet virtually and discuss: Cloud computing resources Go-to market strategies Corporate and academic partnership And more October Dates: 10/12 10/26

The Maryland Life Sciences Bio Innovation Conference will connect top life sciences professionals in the region with leading global brands, venture capitalists and promising startups. Created by life sciences professionals for life sciences professionals, this forum offers an exciting and unique opportunity to reach industry leaders and decision makers across the industry and demonstrate to […]

Baltimore Together belongs to the entire city and relies on shared work from every individual and institution in our region. The Baltimore Development Corporation serves as the convener of Baltimore Together, and collaboration is central to the success of this plan. There were over 300 individuals involved in the initial creation of the plan, and […]

Applications for the 2023-2024 Baltipreneurs Accelerator program are now open. Apply here by October 31! This year’s Baltipreneurs Accelerator will provide a minimum of $40,000 in total funding for 8 ventures in the Baltimore community, including Loyola students, faculty, and staff. Eligible models include both startup businesses and innovative social ventures. Selected teams will join the […]

Supported by TEDCO and MD Commerce, Maryland Defense Technology Commercialization (DefTech) Center is promoting the use of defense technologies by commercial businesses.  Each month, TEDCO’s DefTech team hosts open Office Hours to answer questions about DefTech membership and services. To learn more about how DefTech can help Maryland businesses grow, join us on the second Tuesday […]

Training in Neurotherapeutics Discovery and Development for Academic Scientists is a 3.5-day short course to introduce academic researchers to the principles of neurotherapeutics discovery and development. You will find the course useful if you would like to learn how molecules to treat disorders of the nervous system are identified and evaluated prior to entering clinical […]