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Three growing companies to watch

Renee Beck Tuesday, January 28, 2014

BmoreMedia takes a look at three Baltimore area startups that promise to revolutionize how we plan meals, meet people who share common interests and present academic information.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship , Innovation, Internet, IT

Charles Village, Federal Hill, Canton

Here's a look at the top BmoreMedia stories of 2013

Bmore Editor Wednesday, January 01, 2014

Commercial Real Estate , Development, Diversity, Entrepreneurship , For Foodies, Healthcare, Hospitality, IT, Reuse / Rebuild, Visit Baltimore

Belvedere Square, Downtown, Hampden

Ethiopian-owned businesses enliven Baltimore neighborhoods

Mary Medland Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Commercial Real Estate , Community, Development, Diversity, Entrepreneurship , For Foodies, Hospitality

Downtown

It's not just nice to share. It's changing how we do business.

Allyson Jacob Tuesday, November 19, 2013

The rise of the sharing economy has created a new class of entrepreneur whose startups are monetizing everything from power tools to parking spots. And who knows, one of them could be the next Airbnb.

Community, Entrepreneurship , Fashion, Innovation, Retail, Shopping, Sustainability

Federal Hill

From trash to treasure: Artists turn discarded items into sought-after art

Lee Chilcote and Julekha Dash Tuesday, September 24, 2013

The creative reuse economy has exploded in recent years, with more artists turning discarded items into fashionable new products. We take a look at how upcycling is taking shape in a number of cities, including Baltimore.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship , Innovation, Retail, Shopping, Sustainability

Belvedere Square

Column: Restaurant franchises plot growth in Maryland and D.C.

Michael Gioioso Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Commercial Real Estate , Development, Entrepreneurship , Hospitality, Howard County, Retail

Downtown, Federal Hill, Canton

Can the redevelopment of a former pumping station boost Baltimore's food economy?

Julekha Dash Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Three vacant buildings in East Baltimore will be the home of a new incubator and commercial kitchen where budding food entrepreneurs can hone their skills. Bill Struever, Spike Gjerde and others talk about what's cooking at the Baltimore Food Hub.

Commercial Real Estate , Community, Development, Diversity, Education, Entrepreneurship , For Foodies, Innovation, Reuse / Rebuild, Transportation

The rise of the rest: Startups look beyond Silicon Valley

Eric Peterson and Barbara Pash Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Innovation and job growth in the tech industry are happening in far-flung places besides Silicon Valley. We take a look at four cities, including Baltimore, that are making a name for themselves.

Baltimore County, Emerging Technologies, Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship , High Technology, Innovation, IT

University of Maryland law school means business

Barbara Pash Tuesday, May 21, 2013

The University of Maryland has revamped its law school curriculum so students are better prepared for the job market. Students learn how to read a balance sheet and learn what it takes to start a company.

Education, Entrepreneurship , Higher Education, Jobs, Law, Talent Dividend

Downtown, Mt. Vernon

Startup snapshot: Canton couple squeezes a business plan out of baby food

Renee Libby Beck Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Jordan and Alexis Takas founded EZ Squeezees after noticing the waste created from one-time-use pureed food packets for babies and toddlers. The couple created expandable, refillable pouches that are now sold at Whole Foods and on the company's website.

Community, Entrepreneurship , Innovation, Kid-centric

Canton, Fells Point, Harbor East

BmoreMedia is on break for Memorial Day

Bmore Staff Tuesday, May 21, 2013

BmoreMedia is taking off for Memorial Day. We will publish our next issue June 4.

Commercial Real Estate , Development, Entrepreneurship , For Foodies, Innovation, Preservation , Reuse / Rebuild

Canton, Hampden, Mt. Vernon

Slow and steady wins the race for Baltimore area bike retailer

Raymond Bolger Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Store owners know how tough it is to beat the chains that undercut them. But one Baltimore area bike retailer has come out on top since it opened 35 years ago. Race Pace Bicycles now operates five stores and brings in between $8 million and $10 million in sales.

Commercial Real Estate , Development, Entrepreneurship , Green Technology, Innovation, Retail, Sports & Recreation, Sustainability

Federal Hill

The cat's out of the bag: Maryland-raised purse designer is a rising fashion star

Katharine Schildt Scrivener Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Danielle DiFerdinando's purses are sold at top department stores and have received Oprah Winfrey's endorsement. The Maryland native talks about her rise in the fashion industry and her new purse line.

Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Design, Entrepreneurship , Fashion, Marketing, Retail, Shopping

Mesh Baltimore advances continuing education

Arli Lima Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Mesh Baltimore is tapping into the demand among adults who want new experiences and skills. Students can learn how to make spinach pie or how to keep Fido from barking at the neighbors.

Commercial Real Estate , Community, Education, Entertainment, Entrepreneurship , For Foodies, Innovation

Federal Hill

Investing in the environment pays off for Woodberry firm

Katharine Schildt Scrivener Tuesday, April 09, 2013

Ecosystem Investment Partners raises money to restore and protect rural streams and wetlands. Developers and city agencies then buy credits from the company to fulfill federal environmental regulations. Learn more about this Baltimore company that is banking on the environment.

Commercial Real Estate , Community, Development, Entrepreneurship , Innovation, Preservation , Sustainability, Venture Capital

Hampden

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