What to expect

Billed as From Discovery to Deployment: Celebrating 150 Years of Entrepreneurship, this in-person afternoon brings together the Johns Hopkins University innovation ecosystem and Maryland's network of startups, investors, accelerators and policymakers for discussion on technology, capital and venture building.

Program

  • Three expert panels: lab to deployment, the funding pathway, and campus to company
  • A $5,000 pitch competition and a prototype fair
  • Tours of R. House and the Pava Center
  • A networking happy hour and awards

Panelists have not been named, and the event page says more details are coming soon.

Who should attend

Researchers and student founders thinking about spinning out a company, early-stage Maryland startups, and investors or support organizations who want to meet the Hopkins pipeline. Founders with a prototype or pitch can apply to the competition and prototype fair through a Google Form linked on the event page.

Venue and access

The Garage at R. House, 301 W 29th St, Baltimore, MD 21211. Parking and transit details are not listed on the event page. The program includes tours of R. House and the Pava Center, so plan to arrive with time to walk the space.

How to register

Registration requires host approval. Request to join on the Luma event page, which is hosted by Jacob Huppin and Matias Alvear.