Edgar Opazo has a vision for the world of automotive servicing, and it is an experience like no other. At Auto Clinic International, Edgar works hard, along with his business partner, to provide that vision for his customers. We visited to learn more about his story rising up as an immigrant in Frederick’s business world.
Partner Spotlight: Sherman Coleman
Our Partner Spotlights have traditionally featured organizations rather than people, but this month we headed over to the Frederick County Office of Economic Development to talk to Sherman Coleman, who is an institution in his own right. While we were there, we discussed the Minority Business Vision Program of which he is the Director, and we picked up some tips for a successful and balanced life along the way.
Emily Dorr: Postern Agency
Emily Dorr has over 20 years of experience in the world of graphic design, but more recent endeavors have required serious entrepreneurial chops as well. After purchasing Jean Petersen Design in July of 2017, Dorr rebranded as Postern Agency, a fully-fledged marketing agency, in May of 2018. Now, she is poised to help other businesses and organizations be as successful as her own.
Dilip Parthasarathy: Image Direct, LLC.
Resources for Women and Minority-Owned Businesses in Frederick
Public Comment on Strategic Plan Welcome
The draft Strategic Plan has evolved based on input from the community and collaboration among City staff and the Mayor. The Strategic Plan will guide improvements to the City over the next 10 years. It will be used to direct budgeting, set priorities for City government, and assign actions to specific City departments.
Pitchcraft 2019: Application Process Now Open
Public Invited to Review Draft of 10 Year Strategic Plan for City
2018 Downtown Frederick Business Performance Survey Results
FITCI Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation
The Layman's Guide to Frederick Bio Companies
7 Reasons to Register: 2019 Technology Showcase
Whether you are a prospective investor, an established company, an entrepreneur, a scientific collaborator, a technology transfer manager, or an interested stakeholder looking to commercialize technologies —- you have good reason to register for the 2019 National Cancer Institute and Frederick National Laboratory Technology Showcase.
Def Tech: Helping to Take Defense Technologies to Market
DefTech is an initiative of the Maryland Department of Commerce, funded by the Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment and the US Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration through its Regional Innovation Strategies Program and includes twelve partner organizations across the state.
Upcoming Local Events in Life Sciences
Partner Spotlight: Bio Buzz
As the the local life science industries continue to grow at a tremendous rate, it can be hard keeping track of all of the advancements, developments, events, and opportunities. Cue this month’s Partner Spotlight: BioBuzz
Bio Buzz is local organization dedicated to gathering, curating, and connecting all things bio-related within the BioHealth Capital Region.