Join us to celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week 2024 and honor veteran-owned enterprises creating jobs and making an impact in Maryland and beyond.
We will be joined by Maryland government, business, and university leaders to recognize 13 exemplary veteran-owned small businesses from every region of Maryland and honor all veteran entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals in attendance.
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Dingman Center Alum’s Startup Korion Health Wins $1M Hult Prize
Korion Health, co-led by Akshaya Anand ’19, won the $1 million Hult Prize for its USB-powered stethoscope enabling at-home heart and lung screenings. The device aims to improve cardiovascular health access, especially in underserved communities, by digitizing patient data for telemedicine.
Terp Startup Accelerator Celebrates a Decade of Helping Student Entrepreneurs
The Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship celebrated 10 years of its Terp Startup Accelerator, an eight-week program helping University of Maryland student entrepreneurs refine their business plans. In 2024, participants showcased 14 ventures, from apps to medical devices, during Demo Day.
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Invested in Maryland: Alumnus Helps Create Value for University System’s Entrepreneurs
Mike Ravenscroft, MBA ’21, is the managing director of the University System of Maryland Momentum Fund, supporting alumni, students, and faculty in startups and venture capital. Passionate about community, he mentors students and fosters Maryland's startup ecosystem.
Belonging in Business
Jeffrey Kyei-Asare, a Class of '25 student at Smith, proves his business acumen with StreetLoveDMV, winning $20,000 at Pitch Dingman Competition and earning recognition from Vice President Harris.
Why I Give: A Game-Changing Gift
Bill Boyle ’81 has donated $1M to fund a virtual teaching studio at Smith School, aiming to enhance global learning with advanced tech. Boyle previously launched the Terp Startup Fellows program to support student entrepreneurs.
Serving the Community Beyond Campus
Smith School faculty and students are dedicated to making a community impact, providing free forensic accounting for fraud victims, supporting small businesses, and offering business and entrepreneurship education to high school students in Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Chronic Disease Management App Takes Top Honors at Pitch Dingman
Journiy, led by critical care nurse Mildred Diggs, wins $25,000 in the University of Maryland's Pitch Dingman Competition for its culturally conscious platform aiding diabetes and heart disease management. Diggs aims to bridge healthcare gaps with tailored care plans.
Two Generous Alumni Gifts Received to Support Smith Strategic Plan
Two Robert H. Smith School of Business alumni are giving back in support of the Smith School strategic plan to reimagine learning.