HCEDA Business Resource Expo

The Howard County Business Resource Expo brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, and resource partners to help businesses start, grow, and thrive. Explore organizations offering expertise in financing, workforce development, marketing, procurement, real estate, business advising, and more—all in one convenient location.

Whether you're launching a new business, expanding your operations, or looking for new opportunities, you'll leave with valuable connections, practical resources, and actionable insights to support your next stage of growth.

• Aspiring entrepreneurs
• Small and established business owners
• Minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses
• Businesses seeking capital, talent, government contracting opportunities, or expansion support

1. 30+ business resource organizations and exhibitors
2. One-on-one conversations with experts
3. Breakout sessions focused on business growth
4. Networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders
5. Curated showcase of Howard County businesses

Agenda

9:00am......... Exhibit Tables Open/ Welcome Remarks

9:30am......... Breakout Session 1- Access to Capital: The Current Lending Climate (45min)

10:20am....... Breakout Session 2- Doing Business w/ the State of Maryland & Small Procurement Opportunities (45min)

11:10am........Breakout Session 3- Growing Your Business w/ the MIC (45min)

11:50am....... Announcements

12:00pm........Conclusion

Interested in exhibiting? to participate as a Business Showcase vendor at the 2026 Business Resource Expo.

Disclaimer:

By registering for this event, you agree that your contact information may be shared with the event sponsor(s) for follow-up communications related to the event or their services. If you prefer not to have your information shared, please contact the event organizer directly.

Please note: Photos, videos and recordings may be taken during the event and used for marketing or promotional purposes by the organizers and sponsors. By attending, you consent to the use of your image and likeness in these materials.