Easton, Md. (February 13, 2025) – Leadership Maryland announced today that Aaron Miscenich, Executive Director at bwtech@UMBC, has been chosen to participate in the Executive Program as a member of the Class of 2025.
Aaron Miscenich is one of 53 individuals chosen for the Leadership Maryland Executive Program’s 32nd class, who will complete the eight-month, hands-on learning program focused on the state’s most vital issues. The program will run from April to December, and include five, two-day sessions focused on Maryland’s five main geographic regions and the most vital issues impacting economic development, education, health and human services, criminal justice, the environment, and multi-culturalism/diversity across the state. More than 100 experts representing Maryland’s business, government, education, and non-profit communities will serve as panelists and guest speakers.
“We are excited to announce our next class and welcome these accomplished and motivated individuals to the Executive Program,” said David Fike ’16 (LM) president and CEO of Leadership Maryland. “After a careful review and interview process, I am confident that the 53 members of the Class of 2025 represent a powerful cross-section of leaders who have a strong desire to make a broader impact within our state. I look forward to watching them grow as they build their knowledge, experience, and connections through our premier leadership program.”
Leadership Maryland’s flagship Executive Program is open to senior-level executives with significant achievements in either their careers and/or their communities. Ideal Leadership Maryland members have a desire to learn more about Maryland’s most critical issues and a personal commitment to be a force for positive change in their organizations, their communities, and their state.
About Leadership Maryland
Leadership Maryland is a statewide nonprofit offering professional development programs dedicated to building a better Maryland by harnessing the strength of its business and community leaders. Established in 1992, Leadership Maryland’s Executive Program selects as many as 53 diverse and accomplished senior-level leaders from Maryland’s public and private sectors each year to come together as a class for an eight-month learning program focused on the state’s most vital social, economic, and environmental issues. Introduced in 2024, Leadership Maryland’s Emerging Leader Program brings together a class of the state’s rising stars and gives them the skills and tools they need to advance in their careers. With an alumni network comprised of leaders from all industries and regions of the state, Leadership Maryland has established thousands of Marylanders on their career leadership path, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to influence positive change.
For more information about Leadership Maryland, please call 410-841-2101, email [email protected], or visit leadershipmd.org.
About Aaron Miscenich, Executive Director of bwtech
Since joining bwtech@UMBC (bwtech) as Executive Director in 2020, Aaron Miscenich has been a driving force behind Maryland’s growing tech ecosystem. With decades of experience guiding companies from inception to maturity, Aaron brings unparalleled expertise in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. He earned a B.S. in Physics from the University of New Mexico and an M.B.A. at Tulane University. In his hometown of New Orleans, he launched his career in the capital industry, managing equity investments, alternative finance/mezzanine lending, and senior debt transactions. He then served as President of the BioInnovation Center, where he spearheaded efforts to build a local biosciences industry centered on university-driven innovation. Today, Aaron is leading efforts to expand bwtech’s role as a dynamic hub where innovation, business, and entrepreneurship converge, driving economic growth and opportunity across Maryland.
About bwtech@UMBC
bwtech Research & Technology Park at UMBC is a dynamic innovation hub that supports companies at every stage of development—from concept to revenue growth. Through incubation, research partnerships, educational programs, expert mentorship, and strategic connections, bwtech empowers businesses to scale and succeed in Maryland and beyond. With over 500,000 square feet, bwtech offers state-of-the-art wet labs, offices, and meeting spaces tailored for tech-focused industries including AI, cybersecurity, environmental technologies, and life sciences. bwtech currently houses 112 companies and organizations that employ nearly 1,900 people and have generated over $700M in labor income and business sales.
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