A discussion about Blockchain, Digital Assets and Emerging Technology with panelists that are working in the space. We will be hosting an interactive panel on Blockchain, Digital Assets and Emerging technology, that will be discussing how people are actually making a living in this industry and the future. We will also be discussing the business opportunities and roles that Baltimore will and can play in this industry. Jaime Arroyave will moderate the panel. The panelists include Samson Williams of Axes& Eggs, Cheree Warrick of Black Blockchain Consultants, and Jim Kyung-Soo Liew, Ph.D.

As part of Baltimore Innovation Week's Civic Day, volunteers will join nonprofit partners Baltimore Tree Trust and Break A Difference to plant trees in East Baltimore. In addition to planting trees, volunteers will help provide much-needed tree maintenance and trash removal. We will meet at the Lake Montebello then deploy out to nearby streets to plant trees! Volunteers of all ages welcome, but minors must arrive with this Minor Waiver & Release signed by a parent/guardian.

Coworking & Maker-spaces in Baltimore are opening their doors to the community for drop-in day passes, tours, workshops, and more! You’ll have an insider look at the neighborhoods, offices, workspaces, and people that are a growing part of this city’s culture and livelihood.

Network with other creatives, marketing executives, and professionals while enjoying complimentary drinks and lite fair.

In 1836 William Henry Harrison campaigned for his Presidential bid via the rail system. Today reaching people is a complex strategy implementing data, location and social conversations. This upcoming election will be a historic event. Hear from the media and some of the campaign managers on the technology and tactics they use to persuade the vote.

Meet the artists pushing the boundaries of narrative and social impact by innovating the art and form of story though emerging technologies ( VR/AR/AI) at Johns Hopkins new ISET ( immersive storytelling and emerging technologies ) program.

The explosion of streaming content and mobile has led to lower traditional tv viewing and more time spent on mobile phones. Content creation, creative ad campaigns, podcasting, and video growth continue to evolve this ever-growing platform. Hear the innovative ways companies are capturing those eyeballs and keeping them glued to the screen.

The future of commerce and how it relates to marketing and media. Latest innovations and future predictions. Customers are hungry for instant gratification and satisfaction. Hear what the customer journey is all about and the logistics of logistics.

Come see Oriole Park at Camden Yards from a whole new perspective. Enjoy the charm of the ballpark from club level suites, the press level, and even the Orioles dugout. Oriole Park revolutionized baseball when it debuted on Opening Day 1992. Now, here's your chance to go behind the scenes of this historic ballpark and learn more about how it has continued to change the baseball fan's experience ever since.

Baltimore has been counted among the top 10 cities for growth in our creative class, thanks in part to the affordability and accessibility of our city. This statistic combined with the shift in traveler mindset from collecting things to collecting experiences, led Visit Baltimore to develop a robust “Meet the Maker” campaign, showcasing the many types of workshops and learning opportunities visitors can take advantage of when they explore our urban destination.

In the thousands of years since humans left the stone age, we have developed an astounding collection of skills and technologies for fabrication. Nature, however, has employed billions of years of R&D to develop far more sophisticated means of making things. Biofabrication is the combination of these technologies.

You’re a founder or entrepreneur building something cool. Now you need to get people and companies to buy it. In this session, we will be discussing the key strategies and tactics necessary to identify, qualify, engage and convert prospective customers into paying customers. Join Brendan McAdams of Expertscape and Bob Graham of Breakthrough Solutions in an open discussion on methods and best practices for customer acquisition.

Harnessing creativity and innovation is important for all companies today. As our world becomes more urbanized and connected, every organization needs to creatively innovate while delivering value to the bottom line. With more than 6,300 professionals in 48 offices across the globe, Gensler thrives on creativity. Join us at Gensler Baltimore for a lively conversation between Gensler design leaders and select creative media clients to discuss how the design of physical space is a core tool for fostering a creative culture and supporting innovative processes.

Hosted by TU Incubator, the EdTech Innovation Showcase celebrates all things edtech and provides the opportunity to network with a high-powered audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and strategic partners. Meet member companies and partner organizations and learn how they are improving education, increasing student engagement, and improving performance through technology.

Enjoy complimentary food and drinks while you network with other business professionals, entrepreneurs, and service providers. Meet and learn more about the companies that are assisting Maryland businesses to succeed.

As the closing event to Business Track Day of Baltimore Innovation Week '19, Startup Grind Baltimore will feature a panel of former athletes who have gone on to start their own businesses. The panel will include, Former Baltimore Raven - Qadry Ismail, Former Baltimore Oriole - Steve Bumbry, Former UVA soccer player - Laura Gaworecki, Former York College lacrosse player - Mike LaRoque, current runners - Thomas Neuberger and Deb Tillett. Learn what made them decide to go the entrepreneur route, rather than just "getting a job". Discover how athletics prepared them for the rigors of owning their own business as well as the difficulties they faced as they made the transition. Whether you are an athlete or not, be inspired that everything you do can prepare you for your future.

The CRM & Loyalty Marketing Symposium presents stories, case studies and experiences from marketing and business professionals about their own CRM programs and initiatives. With this Symposium you will not just hear about a single tool, application or system, but instead learn about the holistic strategy and approach to CRM & Loyalty Marketing taken by the speakers and panel to generate company-wide adoption, success for the business, and most importantly, stronger, more meaningful relationships with their customers.

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are focused on developing innovative solutions to pressing problems that can then be commercialized as new products and services or as improvements to existing ones. We have trained and supported companies in the development of SBIR/STTR proposals for different Government agencies. Our SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab combines tailored tutorials, best-in-industry proposal training, mentoring, proposal reviews, and hands-on guidance throughout the process of developing and submitting proposals. The ultimate goal is to improve proposal quality, submissions, and win-rate while building long-term capacity to win government and commercial bids. The SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

STOP stressing on how to get access to capital. START learning the various funding opportunities that are available to seasoned and serious entrepreneurs like you, READY to scale.

Learn how to travel, live, and work remote all across the country. The way we think about Co-Working is changing!

Ready. Set. Celebrate! We are bringing together all seven sectors for the biggest party of the week. This is your chance to drink, eat, and dance with Baltimore’s leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, students, and everyone in between. $10 ticket includes 2 drink tickets, happy hour food, raffles, and more!

Hear from Baltimore’s own innovators who are using entrepreneurship disciplines to transform Baltimore. These individuals are transforming Baltimore in many different ways, from creating jobs through the art of making/manufacturing, leveraging data and technology to power those on the frontlines of social change, and taking bold approaches to address residential real estate challenges in Baltimore’s neighborhoods.

We are in an era where impact investing is becoming the newest trend in philanthropy and change-making. There is also a sharpened narrative around empowering those closest to challenges with the resources necessary to lead change efforts in addressing said challenges. How do we ensure that the current trend and narrative do not fall short in actually bridging the gap between the financial resources and the need for investments at the local level? This session will focus on best practice models and the challenges of making social innovation accessible through innovative funding practices.

Grab some grub and take a tour of the social enterprise landscape in Baltimore. Social enterprises from the region will have displays around the room and a representative from each organization will be available to answer your questions about their work. Network, co-mingle, and recharge before the second half of Access Day gets underway.

Baltimore’s neighborhoods and the residents who live daily within the context of their
strengths and challenges are an excellent source of innovative ideas on how to transform Baltimore.

It is generally accepted that data and technology serve as critical tools for innovation. However, we experience shortcomings in how we make these tools accessible to change agents and residents. In this session, we will explore platforms that are working to make data and technology more accessible and relevant.

At the Baltimore Children’s Business Fair, kids will create a product or service, develop a brand, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at this one-day marketplace. The children are responsible for the setup, sales, and interacting with customers, and any parent seen selling to the customer or promoting the child’s product will result in disqualification from the competition.

This event brings together youth, families, sponsors, and tech community enthusiasts from the Baltimore region for a curated experience in robotics, drone technology, and coding. 1 full day of STEAM & Fun for youth in grades 6 - 12. Design, build, code, AND compete robots & drones