Baltimore Homecoming

TOMORROW: Check out "Living Flowers," a free art exhibit showcasing the work of Naomi Winston, Crab Tank semifinalist and founder of The Creative Representation Empire (TCRE)! “Living Flowers” is an immersive art exhibit hosted by TCRE in partnership with Baltimore Unity Hall (BUH) to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of TCRE’s first coloring book: “Black Women are the Future.” What began as a way to address colorism for one young Black girl in Louisiana has grown into a nationally-recognized coloring book company that has provided inclusive, community-centered educational tools to over 10,000 youth across 5 countries. Learn more and sign up to attend: https://lnkd.in/eSwdtFi2

Congratulations to Homecoming Hero Vaunita Goodman for winning a 2024 Baltimore Weaver Award!! ?? The Baltimore Weaver Awards recognize the unsung heroes whose efforts weave a strong social fabric to uplift the Baltimore community. As founder of Dialysis to the Docks, Vaunita has worked tirelessly to improve the wellbeing of patients with chronic kidney disease through therapeutic sailing experiences. We're thrilled to celebrate Vaunita's inspirational leadership and profound impact on the Baltimore community! ?? #BaltimoreHomecoming #HomecomingHeroes #Baltimore #CharmCity #WeaverAwards #Weaver #Community #Heroes #Dialysis #KidneyDisease #CKD #Sailing

Interested in learning about transportation initiatives in Baltimore? Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC) is hosting its second-ever Transportation & Economic Opportunity Series! On Monday November 18th, join GBC for a session on Billion Dollar Solutions: Exploring Innovative Transportation Funding Strategies. Register to learn about the billions of dollars of development projects planned along the Red Line corridor and the viable funding solutions needed to continue momentum around this critical project. Click here to sign up: https://lnkd.in/e-spPgCe

Baltimore entrepreneurs are bringing home the (vegan) bacon! The owners of Meat the Mushroom, a Baltimore startup known for its remarkably realistic mushroom-based bacon substitute, recently opened Swap Out the Swine, a carry-out restaurant in Baltimore's Govans neighborhood. The company's flagship product, Shroomacon, is now sold in more than 100 supermarkets across the country after demand soared from its feature on Shark Tank ABC. Read more about the innovative venture here: https://lnkd.in/eVei2axw ??: Baltimore Business Journal #BaltimoreHomecoming #Baltimore #CharmCity #Entrepreneurship #Entrepreneur #SharkTank #StartUp #Vegan #PlantBased #Bacon #Mushroom

We're so excited about this upcoming event! Next Tuesday, October 29, Johns Hopkins Tech Ventures, in collaboration with Loyola University Maryland and UpSurge Baltimore, will be hosting a screening of Show Her the Money, a documentary highlighting stories of women investors who are changing the entrepreneurial landscape for women entrepreneurs. Following the film, guests are invited to engage in a meaningful discussion led by a panel featuring Baltimore Homecoming board member and former Crab Tank winner?Arion Long, and current Crab Tank finalist?Jasmine Jones! Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/er49aM5w #BaltimoreHomecoming #Baltimore #CharmCity #Entrepreneurship #WomenEntrepreneurs #Documentary #ShowHerTheMoney #EquitechTuesday #JohnsHopkins #Loyola #UpSurge

Last week's Equitech Tuesday with UpSurge Baltimore was a success! It was a great opportunity to highlight the fantastic work of our Homecoming Heroes and Crab Tank Entrepreneurs while networking with other Baltimore creatives and innovators. Thank you so much to everyone who attended and to UpSurge for having us! #BaltimoreHomecoming #Baltimore #BmoreCreatives #UpSurge #UpSurgeBaltimore #CrabTank #HomecomingHeroes #CharmCity #Entrepreneurship

Always so proud of our Heroes! Homecoming Hero Vaunita Goodman was featured on WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore to highlight her incredible impact on Baltimoreans with chronic illness. As Founder of Dialysis to the Docks, Vaunita's efforts bring peace and empowerment to patients with chronic kidney disease through sailing excursions and other activities. Watch the feature here: https://lnkd.in/e_yVajwg #BaltimoreHomecoming #HomecomingHeroes #Baltimore #CharmCity #CKD #ChronicKidneyDisease #ChronicIllness

After pouring millions of dollars into Detroit's revitalization, America's largest bank set its sights on Baltimore as its next big investment opportunity. In 2022, JP Morgan Chase pledged $20 million over 5 years to support Baltimore's entrepreneurs, small businesses, and community developers focused on reinvigorating vacant homes. The initiative in Detroit led other investors to follow suit, ultimately leading to a significant reduction in the city's unemployment rate. Similarly successful outcomes are anticipated?here in Baltimore, likely resulting in a reduction of vacant housing and an increase of well-paying jobs. Tap here to read the full story on Baltimore Banner: https://lnkd.in/eebnJhKa #BaltimoreHomecoming #Baltimore #CharmCity #Investment #JPMorganChase #Revitalization #Detroit?

Calling all Baltimore young leaders! New Profit, a venture philanthropy organization, is hosting The Well in Baltimore this November—a multiday event bringing together social entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and social impact leaders to reimagine a shared future. They are inviting young leaders (ages 21-25) with leadership potential in advocacy, organizing, and storytelling to apply for the Emerging Leaders cohort, with a focus on Education, Economic Mobility, and Democracy. Applicants from Baltimore are especially encouraged to participate. Applications are due by tomorrow, 10/3! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6qhzmFh

Great opportunity for Baltimore-based innovators!