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THE TOWSON GROWTH SUMMIT: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT MEETS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE� BALTIMORE COUNTY’S MOST ANTICIPATED SPEAKER AND NETWORKING SERIES IS BACK!
Presented by The Towson Torch in partnership with Mid Atlantic Properties, The Towson Chamber of Commerce, and the Baltimore County Department of Economic Development
Before you make big decisions—or investments—around AI, this is the event you need to attend.
We’ve assembled Maryland’s brightest minds in AI and workforce innovation for one powerhouse panel designed to help you take a deep breath on the topic everyone’s talking about.
� WHAT TO EXPECT:
* Real stories from leaders pioneering AI strategies across industries
* Myth-busting insights that separate hype from reality
* Guidance for developing an AI game plan that aligns with your career or business
� Why It Matters:
AI is reshaping every phase of the workforce—from hiring and training to productivity and ethics. This discussion will zero in on:
* The future role of humans in a tech-driven economy
* Ethical questions shaping AI policy and practice
* Practical steps for local businesses to embrace AI without fear
� Don’t wait—Early Bird tickets are live now and selling fast!
Secure your spot below before pricing increases Friday. Join us and be part of Baltimore County’s most forward-thinking conversation on AI, work, and the future.
DETAILS:
� Thursday, 3/31/26 4 PM – 7 PM
� Towson University: StarTUp at the Armory
� Tickets: $65 (Early bird pricing is $45 for a limited time!)
PANELISTS:
Moderator:
Kimberly Mentzell, Director of Cybersecurity and Lead for AI and Quantum at Maryland Department of Commerce
Panelists:
* Anupam Joshi, Chief AI Officer, University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC)
* Greg Shaffer, Chief Marketing Officer GBMC
* Chris Motz, Chief Partnerships Officer/Head of Global Workforce Development
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
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AGENDA:
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM - Networking over Cocktails and Light Fare
5:00 PM – 6:15 PM – Panel Session
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM More Networking, Cocktails, Refreshments
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Why Workforce Development?
The State of Maryland has lost more than 120,000 residents to other states over the past four years alone, according to a recent analysis by Maryland Chamber of Commerce.
This is not just a population issue. It’s an economic development and a workforce development issue.
Workforce development is emerging as one of the most critical priorities for Towson’s future, shaping how our community grows, competes, and thrives in 2026 and beyond. As technology evolves and talent needs shift, businesses must rethink how they recruit, train, and support the people who power their success. The Towson Growth Summit brings together leading CEOs to share their vision for building a resilient, skilled, and opportunity-rich workforce. Towson remains a place where companies, and people can flourish. This discussion has never been more essential.
ABOUT THE TOWSON TORCH:
The Towson Torch [https://www.towsontorch.com] is an all digital, local media outlet dedicated to finding and publishing stories about the great people, businesses, and happenings in greater Towson. Locally curated, with our feet on the street in Towson, our readers trust us to cover the positive stories that larger, traditional media outlets simply cannot and do not get cover. The result for our readers is an invaluable resource for them to say in touch with what Towson has to offer and for advertisers to be able to reach and engage our readers in a way that allows them to transfer their trust in us to their business/brand.
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