Equitech is about building an innovation economy where all belong. It’s a force-multiplier, building on the proven benefits of diverse teams, leaders and perspectives. Equitech is a lens to attract, align and support startups – not a filter to exclude them.
UpSurge is both an ecosystem builder focused on launching Baltimore as the country’s first Equitech city. It’s also an investment engine. UpSurge Investments’ first project is bringing Techstars to Baltimore–a global platform for founders and innovation. Other investment pools will be launched over time.
Long-term, our goal is to shift the trajectory of Baltimore with more knowledge-economy companies. More quality jobs. More pathways to prosperity for Baltimoreans.

If we’re successful, not only will entrepreneurs and investors around the world look at Baltimore as a launching pad, but more Baltimoreans, from across the city, will see the knowledge economy as a pathway for their upwardly mobile futures.