CRMSDC is partnering with the Baltimore Mayor’s Office of Small and Minority Business Advocacy & Development at their “2026 Small Business Advancement Conference.“

MBEs will have exclusive access to the region’s leading corporations and government agencies all under one roof!

This event offers access to corporate and government partners who share invaluable information, insights and opportunities. Claim your tickets today!

PitchMania is Back! Enter below.

Reserve Your Space in CRMSDC’s MBE Marketplace

The CRMSDC MBE Marketplace is a curated exhibition opportunity for certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) to showcase or sell their goods and services during the 2026 Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference. This opportunity supports both: 

  • B2B (Business‑to‑Business) connections with corporate, government, and institutional buyers
  • B2C (Business‑to‑Consumer) exposure to a large, engaged conference audience

MBEs will be visible to 400+ attendees and alongside 100+ exhibitors, including:

  • Small, medium, and large businesses
  • Federal, state, and local government agencies
  • Corporate buyers and Fortune 500 companies
  • Economic development and resource partners

Why Exhibit? Participating MBEs will benefit from:

  • Direct access to B2B and B2G buyers
  • B2C brand exposure to entrepreneurs, professionals, and interested parties
  • High‑visibility placement within the conference exhibit area
  • Discounted exhibit pricing for CRMSDC‑certified MBEs

SAVE $100 with CRMSDC’s Exclusive MBE Conference Rate

Reserve a space now for just $200
(regularly $300) through May 28, 2026.
Exhibit space is limited.

ON THE T.ROWE PRICE STAGE

CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS!

Put your business directly in front of corporate and capital audiences and receive unfiltered, real time feedback on what truly resonates.

Submit a 1 minute pitch video to the link below. Judges will review and score submissions. 3–5 finalists will be chosen per category to compete live on the T.Rowe Price Stage during the Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference, on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

1 Minute to Pitch
Showcase your vision, strategy and impact.

3 Minutes for Q&A
Answer questions from our expert panel of judges.

Categories
IDEA/STARTUP STAGE
IN BUSINESS 1–5 YEARS
IN BUSINESS 5+ YEARS

Important Dates
Mark these dates on your calendar:

Monday, May 18
Competition kicks off.

Tuesday, May 26
Submission Deadline! Make sure you’ve submitted your video.

Monday, June 1
Finalists are notified.

Thursday, June 4
In-Person Elevator PitchMania Competition.

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ACCESS TO CAPITAL ZONE EXHIBITORS