The Global Gateway – Soft Landing Program is designed to provide international entrepreneurs with support and mentorship to facilitate a successful entry into the US market and specifically Maryland. 

International companies who participate in the [email protected] program have access to successful Entrepreneurs in Residence (EiR’s), thought-leaders, potential customers, investors and partners while being part of an unparalleled ecosystem. 

[email protected] Research & Technology Park is a leading US Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, hosting companies focused in several key industries: cybersecurity/IT, life sciences, engineering, advanced manufacturing and clean energy. Companies in this program will benefit from expert mentoring by highly experienced international business experts and as well as program and services which will help them build a network of opportunities designed to help accelerate their entry into the US market.

How does the Maryland Global Gateway – Soft Landing Program work?

This program allows a foreign company to land up to 2 staff at a time and they are provided with the following resources:

  • Physical space to work from
  • Access to signature events and programming such as SCALEUP MD, Maryland New Venture Fellows and CYNC
  • Entrepreneurs-in-Residence
  • Networking and Training events
  • Matchmaking Meetings 
  • Access to business support and service providers (Legal, Accounting, Marketing, Business Development etc)
  • Leverage the proximity to UMBC by collaborating with talented faculty and students

How are companies selected?

An application needs to be completed, followed by a vetting process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. 

Who supports this program?

This program is supported by the Maryland Department of Commerce and [email protected] Research and Technology Park. 

Background:

During the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, Governor Larry Hogan announced a $2 million investment in the state’s innovative Global Gateway Initiative. Managed by the Maryland Department of Commerce, this first-in-the-nation program helps attract international businesses and ease their transition into the U.S. market by connecting them with local incubators and accelerators.

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