Recent News

Introducing the Catalyst Baltimore Program

Mar 3rd, 2025

Catalyst Baltimore program

SMBA&D Kicks-Off 2025 Speaker Series at Small Business Resource Center

Feb 25th, 2025

SMBA&D Kicks-Off 2025 Speaker Series at Small Business Resource Center

E-Permits Are Now Live

Feb 20th, 2025

Banner with text Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development E-Permits

Celebrating Black History Month: Honoring the Legacy and Impact of African American Entrepreneurs

Feb 4th, 2025

Black History Month is a time to reflect, honor, and celebrate the profound contributions African Americans have made to the fabric of society. Among these contributions, the entrepreneurial spirit of Black business leaders has been a cornerstone of economic empowerment, community development, and cultural influence. 

 

Mayor’s Office of Small and Minority Business Advocacy & Development Exhibits at MWMCA’s December Minority Outreach Fair

Dec 16th, 2024

If you are a small, minority-owned, or women-owned business in the Maryland area, there are many opportunities throughout the year to network and connect with large companies and prime contractors.

 

Mayor Scott, SMBA&D, and Baltimore Main Streets Bring Holiday Cheer on Small Business Saturday via Citywide Shopping Tour

Dec 2nd, 2024

Mayor Brandon M. Scott, the Mayor's Office of Small and Minority Business Advocacy & Development (SMBA&D), and Baltimore Main Streets hosted a 5th annual citywide shopping tour on Saturday, Nov 30th, 2024. The mayor held a kick-off presser at 8:00a in front of The Stoop in Baltimore's Pigtown district. 

 

Procurement Opportunities at Camden Yards

Nov 25th, 2024

The On Deck Program is a new way to learn about procurement opportunities for the Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

 

Downtown Partnership Boost Grant Applications Now Open (until Dec 23)

Nov 25th, 2024

Are you looking to open a business in Downtown Baltimore? Downtown Partnership of Baltimore is accepting grant applications for their BOOST program! 

 

Governor Moore Announces $2.2 Million to Support Small, Minority, and Veteran-Owned Business Growth

Oct 4th, 2024

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Governor Wes Moore announced $2.2 million in financial assistance to support small, minority, and veteran-owned business growth to help make Maryland more competitive.