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TEDCO EXPO 2025: Maryland’s Innovation Engine Drives Global Partnerships & Local Growth

On October 21, 2025, over 1,000 entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and ecosystem supporters convened at The Hotel at the University of Maryland for the highly anticipated TEDCO EXPO 2025—the 11th annual gathering of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The event, widely recognized as the state’s flagship platform for innovation-driven companies, delivered a…

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Ami Colé’s Diarrha N’Diaye Named EVP of Beauty and Fragrance at Skims

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After closing her acclaimed Ami Colé beauty brand in September 2025, Diarrha N'Diaye has been appointed as Executive Vice President of Beauty and Fragrance at Skims, leading the brand's expansion into the beauty market. The hire signals a major strategic push by Kim Kardashian's shapewear empire into cosmetics and fragrance.…

TEDCO EXPO 2025: Maryland’s Innovation Engine Drives Global Partnerships & Local Growth

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On October 21, 2025, over 1,000 entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and ecosystem supporters convened at The Hotel at the University of Maryland for the highly anticipated TEDCO EXPO 2025—the 11th annual gathering of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The event, widely recognized as the state’s flagship platform for innovation-driven companies, delivered a vibrant showcase of Maryland’s entrepreneurial spirit, technological advancements, and expanding international reach. This year’s Expo featured more than 100 exhibitors representing tech, life science, and emerging industries; keynote addresses from Governor Wes Moore and TEDCO CEO Troy LeMaile-Stovall; and four significant global partnership announcements with Jordan, Taiwan, and…

GAFSP, IFAD, AfDB, Others Launch $75M BIFT Initiative to Boost Agriculture in Developing Economies

Business Investment Financing Track, a $75 million initiative window, will benefit smallholder farmers, producer organizations, MSMEs, and agribusiness start-ups in developing economies. Birthed under the, Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP), the pilot initiative ending June 2026 is in partnership with African Development Bank (AfDB), Asian Development Bank, International Finance Corporation,…

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Georgetown Coach Tasha Butts Dies of Breast Cancer at Age 41

On Monday, Georgetown Universities head women’s basketball coach, Tasha Butts, died after a courageous two-year battle with breast cancer. Her character and achievements are remembered by the Georgetown University community, family, and friends. Butts' persistent tenacity, perseverance, and love of the game have left an unforgettable imprint on the lives…

AI for All Democratizing Generative AI by Microsoft

Jenn Creegan (Microsoft Advertising) at Advertising Week highlighted the transformative impact of generative AI on the advertising industry. Contrasting the previous year, where AI wasn’t the focal topic, this year was dominated by discussions on how generative AI can assist in shaping the future of advertising. Creegan emphasized the tool’s…

Young, Black, and Elected: The Power of Pushing Black Policy

East Orange Councilwoman Brittany Claybrooks was in the audience for the Young Black and Elected panel and asked a pertinent question about holding Black elected officials accountable. As a Detroit native Claybrooks is no stranger to unfit politicians and policies that harm the Black community. Claybrooks believes that electing Black…

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