Archive: May 2013

FP Me: 10k photos uploaded to Free People’s online style network since March launch

May 30, 2013 10:26 am

FP Me: 10k photos uploaded to Free People’s online style network since March launch

FP Me has been valuable for Free People, an Urban Outfitters’ brand, said spokeswoman Katelyn Brehony, making consumers more likely to make purchases in one visit to the site.
Azavea, SEER Interactive again named as fastest growing inner city businesses

May 30, 2013 9:00 am

Azavea, SEER Interactive again named as fastest growing inner city businesses

Momentum Dynamics raises $1 million and First Round Capital has spent $1 million on software for their portfolio companies and investors. Plus more details about the city's forthcoming edtech incubator.
Corporations learn about China before expanding, but not Oakland [EVENT]

May 29, 2013 10:30 am

Corporations learn about China before expanding, but not Oakland [EVENT]

More than 26 U.S. mayors and scores more city officials from around the country met in Philadelphia on Thursday and Friday last week for the 7th Mayors’ Innovation Summit to discuss a range of issues. Among the hottest topics was the issue of access and the digital divide and how there seems to be a lack of movement and understanding to make a bridge.
City of Baltimore seeks strategy consultant for broadband build-out

May 29, 2013 10:30 am

City of Baltimore seeks strategy consultant for broadband build-out

The Mayor's Office of Information Technology is looking for consultants to present options for a potential overbuild and expansion of the city's existing fiber network.
Philly ConnectED is rebranded name of youth STEM learning nonprofit FATE

May 29, 2013 10:00 am

Philly ConnectED is rebranded name of youth STEM learning nonprofit FATE

Philly ConnectED's youth programs include Bootstrap Philadelphia, the program that teaches middle school students algebra through video game development and STARS, a software training program for student leaders.
Mindgrub wins Howard Tech Council’s emerging tech company of year award

May 29, 2013 10:00 am

Mindgrub wins Howard Tech Council’s emerging tech company of year award

The Howard County Tech Council announced last week the winners of its annual technology awards. Among the winners was Mindgrub Technologies, winner of emerging technology company of the year. Mindgrub recently opened sales offices in three additional East Coast cities, as Technically Baltimore reported. Winners of Howard Tech Council’s 2013 Technology Awards: HTC ACTiVATE Award […]
The rise of the coworking space: Developing Philly ep. 5

May 29, 2013 9:00 am

The rise of the coworking space: Developing Philly ep. 5

Before Indy Hall was the coworking foothold that it is today, when it was just getting its start, its cofounders asked members to pay a monthly fee. While many people paid six months in advance, some of them never used the space. It was a symbolic gesture.
Videology raises $60M in Series D funding round [Startup Roundup]

May 29, 2013 9:00 am

Videology raises $60M in Series D funding round [Startup Roundup]

This is the Startup Roundup. Every Wednesday morning, Technically Baltimore will put together the smaller pieces that make up our startup ecosystem.