Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum - Feb 5th IN PERSON

Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum

IN-PERSON

February 5, 2026

Come join us in Baltimore, MD for a CONNECTpreneur Forum Event like you've never seen before! This event is set to be a smaller and more exclusive gathering, tailor-made for premium networking and connecting entrepreneurs with seasoned investors. With CONNECTpreneur's track record of fostering valuable connections and driving investment opportunities, attendees can expect an unparalleled platform to fuel their business growth.

Tickets will go FAST, as we only have a VERY limited number available!

CONNECTpreneur is a bi-monthly networking mashup, which has been attended by over 40,000 business leaders since 2011.

Space is very limited at this venue, and we expect another Sold Out crowd, so there will be no on-site registration.

All attendees must be pre-registered.

Continental breakfast and unlimited coffee will be provided.

Program Highlights:

- We are capping attendance at 200 business leaders, including 75+ angels and private investors, family offices, etc.

- Investor and VIP Speakers who are deeply rooted in our community, sharing their insider knowledge and showcasing the innovation thriving in our region.

- Heavy networking before, during, and after the event

Company Showcase:

We will have a Rocket Pitch session with emerging tech companies: a dedicated session for companies to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and innovations to a captivated audience of investors and industry experts.

Companies will be introduced by:

- SARA CLASPER, Associate Attorney, NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers

- DEBBIE CLINE, Founder and Chief of Customer Success, Buzzy Rocket

SPEAKERS

TIEN WONG, CEO, Opus8; Founder, Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum

AARON MISCENICH, Executive Director, bwtech@UMBC

JOHN GILSTRAP, Assistant Secretary of Commerce, Maryland Department of Commerce

ANTHONY MILLIN, Founder and Chair, NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers

EVENT PARTNERS

bwtech@UMBC

NEXT, powered by Shulman Rogers

Buzzy Rocket

Maryland Tech Council

Blu Venture Investors

Startup Grind

Cybersecurity Association

BioBuzz

Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Keiretsu Forum

Dingman Angels

Citrine Angels

MIT Alumni Angels

Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative

Ryan & Wetmore

KoBE

The Center for Advancing Innovation

U.S. International Development Center (USIDC)

Chicago ArchAngels

Enterprise Transformation Solutions

Click here to view TESTIMONIALS and MEDIA

Click here to view PREVIOUS INVESTOR PARTICIPANTS (partial list)

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