Initiatives & Services

Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center (ESEC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created in 2004 to help advance an entrepreneurship ecosystem on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This includes the counties of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worcester.

ESEC has two initiatives currently underway that are part of an overall strategy to encourage the organic development of high-growth, innovative, and scalable businesses and the jobs they create, with an emphasis on the region’s traditional industries of agriculture and seafood.

Coworking

hotDesks is a network of coworking spaces that serves the needs of entrepreneurs and innovators throughout the Eastern Shore.

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Accelerator

F³ Tech Accelerator advances innovation and technology in the sectors of agriculture, aquaculture, and the environment.

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Revolving Loan Fund

ESEC manages a portfolio of revolving loan funds available to entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout the Eastern Shore.

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Technical Assistance

ESEC provides one-on-one technical assistance and mentoring which is available by appointment to assist startup or growth plans.

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Community

ESEC helps connect the Eastern Shore to the rest of Maryland’s statewide startup and innovation ecosystem.

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Eastern Shore Revolving Loan Fund Portfolio

With a maximum limit of $200,000, loan applications are accepted every six weeks for this non-traditional resource of funding.

Partners

These Partners Help Bring Entrepreneurship & Innovation To Maryland’s Eastern Shore

Need Help? Not Sure What To Do Next?

Mentors, coaches, investors, and subject matter experts are available to meet with entrepreneurs and business owners. Initial hours are pro-bono while more in depth counseling is available on an hourly basis.

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