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Registration Now Open for the BDC’s 4th Annual Baltimore Together Summit

The Baltimore Development Corporation has opened registration for the 2025 Baltimore Together Summit, taking place on October 27 at the M&T Bank Exchange. Now in its fourth year, the Summit gathers city leaders, business owners, community partners, and residents to celebrate Baltimore’s economic progress and to plan the next phase for the work ahead. We're building an inclusive economy by closing racial wealth gaps, investing in underserved communities, and supporting local businesses. The 2025 Progress Report and updated Implementation Matrix, will highlight key milestones from the past year. To participate in the Summit and join this important conversation, register today at BaltimoreTogether.com.

09.25.2025

From college lab to $73B Market: Baltimore startup powers next wave of drones

We're excited to share that Made In Baltimore certified Wave Engine Corp. was featured in The Baltimore Sun. Their story demostrates Baltimore's manufacturing prowess and how BDC is here to support our manufactures.

“What you’re seeing is something that was a concept, an idea, and the evolution of the growth,” said Elizabeth Rhode, Director of Business Development for the Baltimore Development Corp., the city’s economic development arm. “This is encouraging the next generation of future manufacturers in our city.

08.27.2025

Made in Baltimore Business for AAPI Heritage Month

In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Made in Baltimore shined the spotlight on small businesses that are making a difference in the community, with products made in Baltimore. Bentley and her husband, Kyle, opened their studio 15 years ago, Baltimore Print Studios, creating a space not just for themselves, but for other artists to print their own work. See it on WBAL TV or Radio this month.

05.30.2025

Sojourner Place at Park Receives Board of Estimates Approval

A long-vacant downtown Baltimore building is set for transformation into a $26 million mixed-use development featuring affordable housing. "Sojourner Place at Park" will redevelop six properties at Fayette and Liberty streets, announced the Baltimore Development Corporation today with WMAR 2. The city's Board of Estimates approved the project, paving the way for nonprofit developers HCH Real Estate Co. and Episcopal Housing Corp. to break ground by mid-2025. The 48,000-square-foot development will include one-bedroom apartments and ground level retail, revitalizing a corner near CFG Bank Arena after years of failed redevelopment efforts. Read the full story on the BBJ or Baltimore Fishbowl.

10.02.2024

Canton’s OneDo Coffee Roasters will expand to Rash Field Park in spring 2025

“We are proud to welcome OneDo Coffee Roasters to Rash Field, a valuable amenity addition that will undoubtedly enhance the park experience for local families and visitors alike,” said Dan Taylor, Managing Director of Business and Neighborhood Development at the BDC, in a statement. “This partnership highlights BDC’s continued role in the Inner Harbor’s evolution, our commitment to the ongoing development and revitalization of Rash Field Park, and our unwavering support for local minority-owned businesses.”

08.07.2024

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