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SUMMARY:UpSurge Monthly Presents the Ecosystem Linkup
DESCRIPTION:It’s finally warm out\, and the ecosystem has new leaders to celebrate. \nSo we’re linking up for a casual evening of good conversation and introductions at one of Baltimore’s best breweries: Checkerspot Brewing. \nCome connect with founders\, developers\, investors\, and ecosystem builders over great drinks. We’ll also toast to new leadership throughout the tech\, business\, and startup sectors that keep Baltimore humming. \nNo dress code. No agenda. Just good people doing what the UpSurge community does best. \nThis is the kind of room where relationships are built and opportunities find you. So stop by and find yours!
URL:https://gbc.org/event/the-ecosystem-linkup/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:All-Partner Meeting: The Economic Impact of Horseracing in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:As the Baltimore Region advances more than $2 billion in cultural\, sports\, and entertainment investments\, few opportunities better capture the intersection of heritage\, business\, and future growth than the evolving future of horse racing in Maryland. The Preakness Stakes remains one of the state’s most recognized global brands\, and major recent announcements signal a new era of investment and opportunity. \nThis signature Derby-season gathering is designed exclusively for GBC partners and special guests\, combining timely regional dialogue\, direct access to industry leadership\, and a memorable day at the races. \nRecent developments — including Churchill Downs Incorporated acquiring the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes for $85 million — make clear that Maryland racing is not only a cherished tradition\, but a high-value business asset tied to branding\, tourism\, media\, real estate\, and long-term regional revitalization. \nHosted by the Maryland Jockey Club\, this program offers a front-row view into what comes next for the industry and the broader economy connected to it. \nBring Your Team \nWe encourage GBC partners to invite colleagues from across your organization. Whether they work in strategy\, communications\, business development\, marketing\, finance\, real estate\, or simply enjoy being where important conversations happen\, this is a great opportunity to connect\, learn\, and celebrate together. \nEvent Details \nDate: Friday\, May 1st\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: Laurel Park Race Track\nHosts: Maryland Jockey Club and Greater Baltimore Committee \nAgenda\n10:00 AM — Arrival\, registration\, networking\, and breakfast \n10:30 AM — Program and moderated discussion featuring:\nJim Dresher\, Skye Asset Management (Maryland Jockey Club Board Chair)\nBill Knauf\, Maryland Jockey Club (President and General Manager)\nJennifer Vey\, GBC EVP and Chief Strategy Officer (Moderator) \n11:30 AM — Paddock and Winner’s Circle experience \n12:00 PM — Featured races begin \nFeatured Races\n• The GBC Cup\n• The Bold Moves Derby\n• The UpSurge Sprint \nThese signature-themed races add an extra layer of fun while celebrating some of GBC’s most recognizable initiatives. \nA light lunch will be provided. Guests are also encouraged to visit TIPS Restaurant at Laurel Park\, which offers direct views of the track. \nAttendance is limited. \nJoin fellow partners and special guests for a timely conversation and a memorable day at one of Maryland’s iconic venues. Reserve your spot today. \nFor questions\, please contact partner@gbc.org.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/all-partner-meeting-the-economic-impact-of-horseracing-in-maryland/
LOCATION:Laurel Park Race Track\, 198 Laurel Race Track Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20725\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
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SUMMARY:GBC Steering Committee Launch: Public Safety
DESCRIPTION:Baltimore has made meaningful progress in reducing violent crime\, but sustaining that momentum will require continued collaboration\, smart investment\, and a strong private-sector voice. Join the Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC) for the kickoff of our Public Safety Steering Committee on Tuesday\, May 5 — a timely convening for business\, civic\, and community leaders who want to help shape what comes next for Baltimore. \nThis inaugural meeting will bring together cross-sector leaders to explore the opportunities and challenges ahead\, including the role of economic mobility\, workforce stability\, neighborhood investment\, and prevention-focused strategies in creating safer\, stronger communities. It will also outline the committee’s 2026 priorities and define how GBC and its partners can help sustain progress through practical action and informed engagement. \nBaltimore’s recent crime reductions reflect what is possible when public\, private\, philanthropic\, and community partners align around shared goals. But the work is not finished. This steering committee is designed to keep business leaders at the table as important decisions are made about policy\, investment\, and long-term public safety strategy. \nWhy attend: \n\n\nGain a clearer understanding of Baltimore’s public safety landscape and the factors driving progress. \n\n\nHear directly from leaders working on the front lines of prevention\, retention\, and neighborhood stability. \n\n\nHelp inform a business-led perspective on public safety solutions that support a stronger regional economy. \n\n\nConnect with peers across sectors who share an interest in Baltimore’s long-term success. \n\n\nThis kickoff meeting is open to both GBC partners and non-partners. Moving forward\, steering committee meetings will be limited to GBC partner organizations. \nIf you are interested in attending or learning more about becoming a GBC partner\, please contact partner@gbc.org.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/gbc-steering-committee-launch-public-safety/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:State of the Region
DESCRIPTION:A data-driven view of where capital is moving in the Baltimore Region\n \nState of the Region 2026 brings together public and private sector leaders for the release of the third annual Regional Investment Scorecard\, offering investors and executives a clear look at investment activity\, industry growth\, and the trends shaping the region’s economy. \nTimed with the SelectUSA Investment Summit and IEDC’s Economic Development Week 2026\, this convening gives national and international visitors to Maryland’s largest metropolitan area an opportunity to engage directly with leaders shaping the Baltimore Region’s economic future. \nKey insights highlighted in the Scorecard include: \n\nCapital investment trends across the Baltimore Region\nIndustry growth and expansion activity across major sectors\nInnovation and startup ecosystem developments\, including insights from:\nUpSurge Baltimore’s 2026 Tech Ecosystem Report\nMajor infrastructure and development projects shaping the region’s economic landscape\n\nThe program will also highlight major investments strengthening the Baltimore Region’s role as a national gateway for supply chain and advanced industry\, including port and logistics infrastructure developments anchored by Tradepoint Atlantic. \nThis event is primarily open to GBC Partners and registration will close on Thursday\, April 23\, 2026.  \nIf you are a Non-GBC Partner interested in attending\, please email partner@gbc.org to learn more.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/state-of-the-region/
LOCATION:Top of the World\, 401 E. Pratt St\, 27th Floor\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Invest in Baltimore Region SelectUSA Spinoff Event
DESCRIPTION:The Baltimore Region is home to a diverse and growing economic base\, with strengths that span life sciences\, biotechnology\, artificial intelligence\, cybersecurity\, advanced manufacturing\, and supply chain and logistics. This event is designed to introduce international business leaders and outside investors to the momentum shaping the region and the practical opportunities available to companies looking to grow in the United States. \nAs the official SelectUSA spinoff event hosted by the Greater Baltimore Committee for the third consecutive year\, Invest in the Baltimore Region brings together a curated group of regional executives\, economic development partners\, and global business leaders for a half-day program focused on opportunity\, access\, and action. The format is intentionally intimate\, allowing participants to engage directly with leaders who understand the region’s competitive advantages and can help open doors to the right conversations. \nWhy attend\nThis event is built for companies and investors who want more than a general overview. It is for those looking for a clear picture of where the Baltimore Region is gaining momentum and how to connect with the people and resources that can help move an investment decision forward. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to: \n\n\nLearn about the Baltimore Region’s most competitive sectors and growth opportunities. \n\n\nHear directly from regional business and economic development leaders. \n\n\nBetter understand what it takes to open or expand a business in the U.S. market. \n\n\nExplore pathways for financing\, commercial lending\, and business support. \n\n\nBuild relationships with local partners who can help guide next steps. \n\n\nThe event is especially relevant for foreign direct investors and out-of-market companies evaluating expansion opportunities in the Mid-Atlantic and broader East Coast. It offers an efficient way to gain market insight\, make connections\, and identify next-step opportunities in one of the country’s most strategically positioned regions. \nWho should attend\nThis invitation-only convening is intended for: \n\n\nForeign direct investors. \n\n\nInternational companies exploring U.S. market entry. \n\n\nOut-of-market firms considering expansion into the Baltimore Region. \n\n\nInvestors seeking opportunities in high-growth sectors. \n\n\nRegional business leaders and economic development partners. \n\n\nThe format is intentionally selective so that participants can engage in meaningful conversations with the people who are best positioned to answer questions\, make introductions\, and support next steps. \nReady to explore Baltimore?\nRequest an invitation to join this curated\, invitation-only event and connect directly with the leaders\, partners\, and opportunities shaping the region’s future.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/invest-in-baltimore-region-selectusa-spinoff-event/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:GBC Steering Committee Launch: BLocal
DESCRIPTION:GBC is working to operationalize BLocal\, a regional effort focused on better connecting employer demand and economic growth to stronger local hiring pathways for Baltimore residents. This kickoff conversation is an opportunity for employers — especially major employers with significant hiring needs — to engage early in shaping a more coordinated\, employer-informed workforce strategy for the region. \nAs the work evolves\, we are moving from discovery to action. Based on conversations with employers and workforce partners\, we will introduce three emerging strategy areas designed to reduce friction in the hiring process\, improve alignment between talent supply and employer demand\, and create clearer pathways into stable\, well-paying jobs. \nThis session will give participants a chance to: \n\n\nHear how BLocal has evolved and where the work is headed. \n\n\nLearn about the three emerging strategy areas. \n\n\nShare perspective on what would make workforce supports more useful\, responsive\, and easier to navigate for employers. \n\n\nExplore upcoming engagement opportunities for partners who want to help shape implementation. \n\n\nFor major employers\, this is a chance to be part of the solution early — helping define the workforce supports\, data tools\, and partnerships that can better meet real hiring needs across priority sectors. The goal is to build a more connected system that works better for employers and opens more pathways for Baltimore residents into quality jobs. \nThis kickoff meeting is open to both GBC partners and non-partners. Moving forward\, steering committee meetings will be limited to GBC partner organizations. \nIf you are interested in attending this kickoff meeting and learning more about becoming a GBC partner\, please contact partner@gbc.org.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/gbc-steering-committee-launch-blocal/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Main Event
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SUMMARY:GBC Steering Committee Launch: Vacant Housing & Community Redevelopment
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC) as we convene the business community to discuss Vacant Housing & Community Redevelopment. This steering committee brings together leaders from across sectors to advance investment strategies\, promote neighborhood development\, and advise GBC on its work to support the City’s work on reducing vacant properties. \nThis kickoff session will outline our 2026 goals\, define the committee’s core functions\, and establish our strategy for informing the upcoming redesignation process and feature Meghan McCorkell\, Executive Director of Live Baltimore providing an overview of their recent study on the Baltimore City housing market. \nParticipation Note: \nThis initial kickoff meeting is open to both GBC partners and non-partners. Moving forward\, steering committee meetings will be limited to GBC partner organizations. \nIf you are interested in attending this kickoff meeting and learning more about becoming a GBC partner\, please contact us at partner@gbc.org.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/gbc-steering-committee-launch-vacant-housing-community-redevelopment/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:Integrating Bold Moves into Your Regional Marketing Campaigns
DESCRIPTION:The Baltimore region has a powerful story to tell — one rooted in reinvention\, innovation\, and the bold moves that shape progress. Join the Greater Baltimore Committee for a conversation with Resonance Vice President of Strategy Jeremie Feinblatt on how corporate partners and regional stakeholders can connect their own brand campaigns to the broader Bold Moves platform\, strengthening the region’s visibility\, consistency\, and impact. \nAs Baltimore builds a more coordinated and compelling regional narrative\, this event will highlight how partner organizations can amplify their individual marketing efforts while reinforcing a common identity that attracts talent\, investment\, and opportunity.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/integrating-bold-moves-into-your-regional-marketing-campaigns/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:Inflection Point Healthcare Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Inflection Point Healthcare Summit brings together leaders across healthcare\, technology\, and policy to explore how value-based care and emerging technologies\, including Artificial Intelligence\, are transforming healthcare delivery. With Maryland’s all-payer model as a national testbed\, the summit will focus on how aligned incentives can drive innovation\, better outcomes\, and sustainable costs. \nMaryland is in the midst of the most substantial value-based care experiment in the country\, via its all-payer system. This economic model will fund AI and other innovative healthcare technology. As Maryland succeeds\, the rest of the country will follow. \nWhy Attend?\n\nFor Health System\, Health Plan\, and Clinical leaders – The status quo in healthcare in not sustainable and the Maryland rate setting system creates unique challenges and opportunities. The inflection point summit is an opportunity to learn from your peers\, policy makers and innovators about pressures and opportunities to inform your plans for the months and years ahead.\nFor Policymakers – As representatives of patients and citizens\, this is a great opportunity to voice your positions – and pressures – to a curated audience of health system\, health plan\, business and technology leaders.\nFor Innovators – This is a unique opportunity to listen and learn about the challenges of enterprise customers and policy makers\, and about the unique opportunities afforded by the Maryland model.
URL:https://gbc.org/event/inflection-point-healthcare-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore\, 200 International Drive\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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