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GEDCO Gives Govans' Less Fortunate a Boost

Looking out for the less fortunate is one of our most profound responsibilities as a society. We talked to the folks at the Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (GEDCO) to find out how they're taking that responsibility seriously every day.

Maker's Mark(et): Art and Artisans Pop Up at Becket Hitch

On Saturday, November 13th a handpicked group of artisans and craftspeople will convene at Woodberry Kitchen for Becket Hitch, a one-of-a-kind pop-up shop and self-described "makers market." We sat down with the event's co-founders -- Kohli Flick and Katie McDonough Kutil -- to learn more about the ideas and inspiration behind the event.

Asking and Answering "What If?" at TEDx MidAtlantic

For 2010, the organizers of TEDx MidAtlantic chose a theme as vast as it is simple: what if? Bmore Media's Sam Hopkins reports on the event, the ideas, and the many connections he found there to Baltimore and its future.

Typecast: Print Renaissance Takes Hold in Station North

As the world becomes ever more mechanized -- and, sure, convenient -- some folks stop to wonder if we might be losing something in the process. Meet Kyle Van Horn, proprietor of Baltimore's first full-scale, public access print studio.

Remaking Highlandtown, One Building (and One Business) at a Time

Like many Baltimore neighborhoods, Highlandtown is blessed with both rich history and as-yet-untapped future potential. The question is: how to connect those dots? We talked to one area developer who just might have an answer.

From Gifts to Growth for Biggs & Featherbelle

Sisters Kelley and Kasey Evick had other goals in mind -- they never really imagined they'd start a natural bath and body products business. Yet that's exactly where they are today with Biggs & Featherbelle. We caught up with the Hampden-based entrepreneurs to learn more about how they got here and where they're headed next.

Neighborhood Life: Waverly Businesses Show the Value of Resilience

As with all things, there's more than one way to view the Great Recession. For some it's a tale of banking malfeasance and abstract approaches to risky investment. That's fine as far as it goes, but what about the human component? We took to the streets of Baltimore's Waverly neighborhood and found three small business owners who each have their own stories to tell about challenge, hardship, and perseverance.

Model Change: Wagonheim Law Stops Counting the Minutes

The phrase "billable hours" might very well strike fear in the heart of anyone seeking legal services. Baltimore County's Wagonheim Law is working to change that perception with its "Empty Hourglass" program.

Socially Conscious Corporations Get a Place of Their Own in Maryland

Entrepreneurs in Maryland can now build social good into their business plans thanks to the recently created "benefit corporation" designation.

Men's Style Gets an Upgrade With the Arrival of Sixteen Tons

Entrepreneur and shopkeeper Daniel Wylie looks to plug a hole in Baltimore's menswear market with Sixteen Tons, a new Hampden venture steeped in classic American style.

Prospects for a Greener Future on Display at the Maryland Clean Energy Summit

First annual event brings leaders from business, academia, and government together to focus on clean energy growth opportunities.

Global Leadership Blossoms in Harbor East at Hopkins' Carey Business School

Traditionally, Johns Hopkins has been known more for research and science than business. The new Global MBA program at the Carey Business School aims to change that (and fast).

Innovation and Economic Impact at Maryland's Military Facilities

BRAC is coming, and with it a significant impact on Maryland's economy. In this video we take a look at the role military facilities play in keeping the state moving forward.

Bmore Media Turns One Year Old

It's hard to believe but Bmore Media is having our first birthday. Learn where and when to join us in celebration.

Puree By the Pedal

What's the human equivalent of the energy it takes to power a blender? Entrepreneur Natan Lawson helps us find out by bringing bike-powered smoothies to Baltimore.
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