Greater Baltimore Committee

💫 SelectUSA Spinoff Event: Discover Baltimore’s momentum as an innovation-driven business destination. @GBCorg invites global companies to learn about a strategic plan driving growth in AI, biotech, and advanced manufacturing. 📅 May 7, 2026 🔗 selectusasummit.us/Programming/Sp…

Welcomed Dr. Dorcey Applyrs -- Albany's newly elected Mayor, to Baltimore for a vital talk on housing, safety, and economic growth. Mayor Applyrs and her team were here to learn more about the work of the Greater Baltimore Committee in driving regional progress.

Yesterday, Travel Pulse reported on GBC's announcement that close to $2 billion is being invested in various arts, entertainment, and sports infrastructural projects across the region. Read the article to learn more: ow.ly/8ghZ50Y6zEz

We are saddened to hear of the news of the passing of longtime board member and Curio Wellness CEO Michael Bronfein. His footprint on our organization and the region as a whole was substantial and he will be sorely missed.

At a GBC–Greater Washington Partnership convening, leaders underscored the urgent need for sustained transit investment as Maryland’s 2026 legislative session approaches—critical to regional growth. Read more: lnkd.in/eDRXf7vb

Congratulations to b.well and CEO Kristen Valdes on a new partnership with OpenAI — one of the first partnerships of its kind for the company! Read the full story: prnewswire.com/news-releases/…

On Thursday, December 11, GBC President and CEO Mark Anthony Thomas participated in a pivotal discussion highlighting the importance of the CIAA Tournament to the Baltimore Region and our position as a cultural and creative powerhouse. Read our CEO Note: bit.ly/4b0TeoH

Missed our final milestone event of the year Vision 2035: Building for a Better Baltimore Region outlining the major transportation, infrastructural, and livability projects relevant to our future? Watch the Speaker Recap videos on our YouTube page: youtu.be/3pwBJisddMw?si…

Freight, cargo, and transit investments are positioning the Baltimore region for the next decade of growth. Vision 2035 will bring leaders together to explore how to move these projects forward. Read the full story from @baltimoresun: lnkd.in/eHQmFcwx #GBC

Kory Bailey, GBC’s Chief Ecosystem Officer, will step away from UpSurge Baltimore at month’s end. We’re grateful for his impact on the region’s startup community. Watch Kory reflect on the region's strengths as a tech hub and read our CEO’s statement: shorturl.at/xsNIt

How do megaprojects reshape economies? @GBCorg CEO Mark Anthony Thomas shares how collaboration & $3B in #Baltimore waterfront redevelopment drive growth. Via ICSC’s Commerce + Communities Today: bit.ly/48VC0Iv Photo credit: Seamus Payne #ICSC

Vision 2035: Building for a Better Baltimore Region Join us Dec. 9 at Camden Yards to explore the transformative projects shaping our region’s next decade of growth. Register here: gbc.glueup.com/event/vision-2… #Vision2035 #RegionalGrowth #EconomicDevelopment

.@GBCorg President & CEO @marka_thomas joined @JillMalandrino to discuss how the organization helps policymakers keep up with the latest technology trends to better prepare the next generation of workers. Watch the full video: spr.ly/6014AxM96

Chrissy Thornton, President & CEO of Associated Black Charities, helps lead GBC's effort to align billions in public-private investment to eliminate vacancy and restore opportunity. Read her quote in our Impact Report bit.ly/4nKJEtL and join us: bit.ly/4hdWQVK

Proud moment for GBC! Our COO, Cristina Lopez, is one of The Baltimore Sun’s 2025 Women to Watch — recognizing leaders shaping Baltimore’s future. Read: baltimoresun.com/2025/10/07/202…

Read GBC CEO's latest opinion piece in the Baltimore Sun discussing the importance of the Howard Street tunnel to the Baltimore Region's economic ambitions and America's overall supply chain: ow.ly/3FXU50X7oVi

We’re proud to see our Chief Economic Officer, Lakey Boyd, featured in Baltimore Style for her leadership in building a more connected, resilient, and dynamic Baltimore region. Read the full story: baltimorestyle.com/lakey-boyd-dri…

ATTN. GBC Partners: Register for GBC's All-Partner Mtg. tmrw. at 111 S. Calvert St. We will discuss the Bold Moves Ambassador Program and Baltimore Convention Center: bit.ly/4pOX2Pa

Baltimore is leading the nation’s most ambitious housing redevelopment program – supported by $1.2 billion in public investment commitments – that aims to leverage an additional $5 billion in private-sector financing. Read the article: ow.ly/Wt6Y50X2Rxa

Read the recap of our 70th Annual Meeting reported by Technical.ly of our 70th Annual Meeting: ow.ly/pnrK50X0Tw0. Interested in relevant news on the region's tech ecosystem? Subscribe to their Outlet Newsletter: technical.ly/subscribe/