This exclusive program is limited to just 97 spots, so seize your chance to secure your place in the classroom.

Are you ready to sharpen your strategic thinking with training from some of the best minds at one of the world’s most prestigious universities?

This 20-23 October 2024, the EO @ Harvard: Inspiring Entrepreneurial Strategy invites you to go back to school and elevate your strategic thinking alongside global leaders.

What to Expect:

• Engage directly with top-tier faculty in an intensive learning environment.

• Participate in dynamic case studies and group discussions that will challenge and refine your business strategies.

• Network with fellow EO members in a setting designed to foster peer learning and lasting connections.

• Enjoy the complete immersion in Harvard’s campus lifestyle, with the additional benefit of staying on campus during the program.

Interactive workshop with easy techniques to increase inner peace, reduce stress, and help resolve conflicts.

This is a free event sponsored by Choice Translating Inc. Seating is extremely limited, so if your availability changes we ask that you update your RSVP or notify us immediately so we can release your seat.

A second event in the afternoon will be considered if there is enough interest.

Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.

Disclaimer: Keynote portions of the session will be recorded for marketing purposes, and we will be asking for volunteers willing to share their experience on camera after the event. The more personal portions of the event will not be recorded.

Join us for EO Baltimore’s famous 1st Thursday Hour Hour!

Sip, Savor, & Socialize…it’s cheaper than therapy!

Join us for our EO Accelerator Learning Day all on EXECUTION. One of the cornerstones of the Accelerator curriculum.

This all-day workshop is part of EO's Accelerator program, which provides structured, educational content focused on the core areas of business.

EO Members Welcome!

****If there is an issue registering for this event, please contact Director@eobaltimore.org

Are you a Maryland business owner, looking to meet more like-minded entrepreneurs? Join us for our next event!

Entrepreneurs' Organization-Baltimore (EO) is hosting an information session for prospective members to learn more about Entrepreneurs' Organization and meet current members.

• Attendance @ Explore EO required & unlocks the opportunity to attend People & Process: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED, Culture INdex Workshop

Agenda:

12-1pm: Explore EO Baltimore information session at EO Baltimore House

1:30-4pm: People & Process: Challenge Accepted with Culture Index

SPACE IS LIMITED!

About the Workshop with Culture Index:

Would you like to find $250,000 in 3 hours?

Our SAP, Stratigic Alliance, has an EO-exclusive offer for you to invest your time and allow Mike Strati, CLF, and Kim Watson, PhD, PMP to help you understand why a PERSON or a PROCESS is holding you back and costing you at least $250,000 in revenue or profit this year.

When you register, you will be asked to provide information to initiate a trial account with Culture Index (CI) --the tool at the heart of the work that Mike and Kim do. After registration, vou will be provided with follow-up to help engage you and a sample of your team in a team diagnostic. Participating in the Cl only takes about 5-6 minutes of each team members' time. Results will be provided at the event.

Caution, be prepared for radical candor... but be excited to walk away seeing how to fix the issue.

About EO Baltimore: The purpose of Entrepreneur’s Organization is to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential, with the ambition to enable transformational growth in our members' lives. This is done through dynamic peer-to-peer learning, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and connections to experts and our Global community.

Learn more! Visit eobaltimore.org, or contact Donna Weitz at director@eobaltimore.org with any questions. Take this quick survey to see if EO might be right for you!

You're invited to join us for EO Baltimore's 1st Thursday Happy Hour and the grand opening of our new home, the EO BALTIMORE HOUSE! This is an event you won't want to miss!

MEMBER 2 MEMBER Lunch & Learn with EO Baltimore member, Dan Cowens

Join experienced executive, strategic visionary, & EO Baltimore member Dan Cowens for a virtual Lunch & Learn on How to Create a Winning Culture

ZOOM Link will be sent 1 week prior to session

About DAN:
Dan Cowens is a results-driven executive and board member with a proven track record of success in both business and higher education. His career has been marked by achievements in driving performance for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. He possess a diverse skill set that includes entrepreneurship, business scaling, operations management, sales, fundraising from seed level to Private Equity and Venture Capital backing, acquisitions, consulting, and hospitality management.

As a strong visionary, Dan excels in strategic planning, team building, and business development. He has a passion for continuous learning and a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends. His educational background includes an MBA from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business, where he gained invaluable insights into the world of business and leadership.

Dan is also an active Birthing of Giants Fellow, holding multiple certifications that enhance his ability to lead and drive success in the organizations he's involved with. His professional journey has been characterized by a dedication to excellence and a relentless pursuit of providing remarkable experiences for customers and stakeholders.

Get ready for an exhilarating day of collaboration and forum exploration, courtesy of EO Baltimore's Forum & Learning Chairs! Join us for an 'All Chapter' event that promises to be insightful and inspiring!

Here are suggested parking options:

Peabody Parking Garage

600-608 St Paul St

810 N. Charles St 

Parking Lot

(410) 783-1228

Mt. Vernon Lot Parking Garage

926 N Charles St

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

520 North Charles Street Parking Garage

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

601 North Calvert St Garage Parking

601 N Calvert St

(410) 727-1119

Walters Art Museum Lot Parking

600 Cathedral St

Join us for EO Baltimore's Forum Mash Up Luncheon!

EO Baltimore’s 6 forums will be meeting for the afternoon to mash up their forums. Beforehand we will be enjoying a mash-up luncheon and would love to have our SAPs join.

If you have trouble with the registration link, please email director@eobaltimore.org

Here are suggested parking options:

Peabody Parking Garage

600-608 St Paul St

810 N. Charles St 

Parking Lot

(410) 783-1228

Mt. Vernon Lot Parking Garage

926 N Charles St

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

520 North Charles Street Parking Garage

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

601 North Calvert St Garage Parking

601 N Calvert St

(410) 727-1119

Walters Art Museum Lot Parking

600 Cathedral St

May the Luck of the Irish be with us this month! Please join us for an Irish toast at March’s 1st Thursday!

There are good ships,

and there are wood ships,

and the ships that sail the sea,

But the best ships

are friendships,

and may they always be!

Slainte!

Dr. Brené Brown has spent her career studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. Brené has six #1 New York Times bestsellers and has one of the most-watched TED Talks in the whole world where she discussed the power of vulnerability.

BIO

Dr. Brené Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston, where she holds the Huffington Foundation Endowed Chair at the Graduate College of Social Work. She also holds the position of visiting professor in management at the University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business.

Brené has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She is the author of six #1 New York Times best sellers and is the host of two award-winning podcasts, Unlocking Us and Dare to Lead.

Brené’s books have been translated into more than 30 languages, and her titles include Atlas of the Heart, Dare to Lead, Braving the Wilderness, Rising Strong, Daring Greatly, and The Gifts of Imperfection. With Tarana Burke, she co-edited the best-selling anthology You Are Your Best Thing: Vulnerability, Shame Resilience, and the Black Experience.

Brené’s TED talk on the Power of Vulnerability is one of the top five most-viewed TED talks in the world, with over 60 million views. Brené is the first researcher to have a filmed lecture on Netflix, and in March 2022, she launched a new show on HBO Max that focuses on her latest book, Atlas of the Heart.

Brené spends most of her time working in organizations around the world, helping develop braver leaders and more-courageous cultures.

She lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband, Steve. They have two children, Ellen and Charlie, and a weird Bichon named Lucy.

OPEN TO EO/EOA/SLPs

This will be a safe, supportive, and experiential opportunity for entrepreneurs, couples, partners, and individuals who desire to be transparent about their experiences and to deepen their continued discovery of themselves and one another.

Facilitated by Ken Zigler founder of Wellspring Baltimore since 1989, along with his wife & co-host, Karen. Ken earned his Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland School of Social Work, practiced for 30 years clinically until converting the practice full time into a Life and Executive Coaching Practice over the last 20 years.

Dinner will be included.

Join Wilmington Trust & M&T Bank
for our 2024 Capital Markets Forecast:
U.S. Economic Exceptionalism:
Can the Reign Continue?

The investment team at Wilmington Trust is proud to share our 2024 Capital Markets Forecast (CMF), U.S. Economic Exceptionalism: Can the Reign Continue? In it, we look at how the U.S. has managed to shake off its cyclical economic troubles and powered forth into a fresh expansion, displaying unmatched economic exceptionalism.

But this time around, it may be more challenging to emerge victorious. To what do we attribute the nation’s extraordinary dynamism—and what are the risks and opportunities ahead?

We hope you'll join us for this important discussion.

EO Baltimore Inc.5000 Awards Celebration, sponsored in part by Strategic Partner, M&T Bank

Join EO Baltimore for a celebratory evening at the EO Baltimore Inc.5000 Honorees Celebration, as we applaud the outstanding accomplishments of local businesses. Join us in person on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at M&T Bank, 1Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.

Mingle and celebrate with fellow entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and influencers in a lively setting. Draw inspiration from the success stories of Maryland's fastest-growing companies. This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights.

From cutting-edge startups to well-established enterprises, this celebration acknowledges the hard work and commitment of businesses that have earned a spot on the prestigious Inc.5000 list. Be part of the festivities as we honor their achievements and raise a toast to their ongoing success.

Don't miss this exciting occasion! Save the date and prepare for an evening packed with celebration, inspiration, and networking. We can't wait to welcome you to EO Baltimore's Inc.5000 Honorees Celebration!

EO Baltimore's 1st Thursdays return with a SNAP!  Join us for Headshots & Happy Hour & celebrate a decade of EO Baltimore!

Get ready for a blast at our 10 Year Celebration! 🎉 Join us for a special 1st Thursday Headshots & Happy Hour at the fabulous Roy Cox Photography. Enjoy optional discounted mini-sessions, mingle with fellow EO members & SAPs and let's celebrate a decade of EO Baltimore success!

Optional Mini-Session information/Reservations Req’d:

Mini Session (approx 20min): $175. This includes a wide variety of shots (different poses, expressions, etc.) taken in 1 studio set. The images would be posted to a proof link for each individual person and sent to them by email within 2-3 days after the shoot. The price paid would include 1 edited image of their choice and then if they wanted to select more images after that, the editing cost is just $20 per image.

To book the mini session prior to the Happy Hour, call Erin Cox @ 410-633-4540 

****If there is an issue registering for this event, please contact Director@eobalitmore.org

Are you a Maryland business owner, looking to meet more like-minded entrepreneurs? Join us for our next event!

Entrepreneurs' Organization-Baltimore (EO) is hosting an information session for prospective members to learn more about Entrepreneurs' Organization and meet current members.

Agenda: (ATTENDANCE at ‘Explore EO’ required to attend all programming)

11:30-12:30: Explore EO Baltimore information session at Woodholme Country Club

12:30-3:30pm: Lunch Session: Are You C-Everything Business Workshop sponsored by Raskin Global

3pm: optional Happy Hour

SPACE IS LIMITED!

About the Workshop:

Are you C-everything? Cash flow vs. profits—Exit planning - when and how do you do it? Retirement plan fiduciary - are you on it?

THIS COULD BE YOUR MOST IMPORTANT CONVERSATION OF 2024! JOIN EO BALTIMORE STRATEGIC PARTNER AND EVENT HOST, LEONARD RASKIN OF RASKIN GLOBAL AND LEARN WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.

About EO Baltimore: The purpose of Entrepreneur’s Organization is to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential, with the ambition to enable transformational growth in our members' lives. This is done through dynamic peer-to-peer learning, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and connections to experts and our Global community.

Learn more! Visit eobaltimore.org, or contact Donna Weitz at director@eobaltimore.org with any questions. Take this quick survey to see if EO might be right for you!

About

This could be your most important conversation of 2024!

Join EO BAltimore Strategic Partner and Event host, Leonard Raskin of Raskin Global and Learn What you need to know.

Are you C-everything? Cash flow vs. profits—Exit planning - when and how do you do it?

Retirement plan fiduciary - are you on it?

Two Session Options...

Breakfast Session: 9am-12pm

Lunch Session: 12:30pm-3:30pm

& Post-Event Happy Hour!

Have you thought about your PEOPLE lately?

· Is your team happy and engaged, and would you rehire all of them?
· What are your Core Values? Do you use them to attract and retain top talent?
· What processes are in place that make sure your team is optimally performing?

Come ready to explore the answers to these questions and how you can make immediate and dramatic changes in your business!

Agenda:

9am: Light breakfast/program start
12pm: Lunch
4pm: Post session light Happy Hour

OPEN TO EOA & EO MEMBERS

ESOPs Uncovered: Pay Zero Capital Gains Tax & Run Your Business Tax-Free Forever - Discover How!

If you missed Darren Gleeman of MBO Ventures Lunch & Learn with EO Baltimore last year, don't worry!  Darren has graciously offered to join us again, this time virtually, to continue & expand on the topic of ESOP.

Virtual Zoom link will be posted a week prior to the event. 

More about Darren Gleeman:

Darren Gleeman is a financial expert. Darren is the Managing Partner of MBO Ventures. He was the founder of e-Coupons, Managing Partner of both GMD Trading, and GB Trading. He’s highly sought after for his ESOP knowledge and financial acumen, as well as being a prolific angel investor with early investments in companies such as Screaming Media (NASDAQ:SCRM), Blackboard (NASDAQ:BBBB), Social Radar and his latest investments in Class.com and Accelerant Manufacturing.

Darren understands finance. Beginning at Wharton, he understood the value of hard work, quantitative modeling and the scientific method. From there, he founded a hedge fund that took the human element out of trading. He transitioned the company into one of the first high frequency trading platforms in the world, trading over 1% of all US Equities every day.

Today, Darren is the managing partner of MBO Ventures (www.mboventures.com). The firm provides ESOP Expertise & will invest it’s capital alongside company owners and/or the management team. MBO implements exit strategies, whether it's for family succession, a management buy-out, or a 100% sale to employees.

Gear up for the EOAccelerator Baltimore Accountability Group meetings followed by a festive Holiday Luncheon at the historic Engineers Club! 🎉 Join your fellow entrepreneurs for insightful discussions and indulge in holiday cheer in the charming surroundings of this iconic venue. Don't miss this unique blend of business growth and festive celebration! 

******* Join in an optional gift exchange, $20 max ******* 

Here are suggested parking options:

Peabody Parking Garage

600-608 St Paul St

810 N. Charles St 

Parking Lot

(410) 783-1228

Mt. Vernon Lot Parking Garage

926 N Charles St

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

520 North Charles Street Parking Garage

(571) 577-1278

Open 24 hours

601 North Calvert St Garage Parking

601 N Calvert St

(410) 727-1119

Walters Art Museum Lot Parking

600 Cathedral St

SC&H tax professionals and financial advisors will share insights on the latest tax legislation, master year-end tax planning for 2023, and how to minimize your tax liability in 2024.

Participants will learn:

• Tax-efficient investing strategies, from 529 plans to Roth IRA conversions.

• Tailored retirement plans for business owners and multi-year financial planning tactics.

• In-depth insights into pass-through entity elections, the Qualified Business Income Deduction, and IRS Employee Retention Credit updates.

• Expert guidance on navigating tax complexities, including investment interest expenses and compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act.

• Key updates on NOL utilization and GILTI/FTC/R&D tax deductions.

Join us for EO Baltimore's Holiday Bash at the Historic Maryland Club!

Let’s kick off the season of many celebrations with the best people!

We will have a festive evening of delicious food, drinks, and great company in this historical and architectural gem!  Entertainment provided by the dynamic New Legacy Jazz Band will not disappoint! Parking available and local lodging in the vicinity. 

This event is open to EO, EOA, SLPs, & Strategic Partners.

To purchase tickets, please use the link below.

Please join EO Balitmore member, Sandeep Thakrar as he champions this MyEO event that is near & dear to him.

A message from Sandeep: A charity I help - Sunflowers for Sallie is announcing their 3rd annual Baskets of Hope event to help strengthen our community by making and distributing Thanksgiving Baskets to the local community in need.

I have personally participated in this group and its predecessor for 10 years!

Join EO Baltimore for an AMAZING evening at Hayfields Country Club with Finnian Kelly!

*****Optional self-pay dinner to follow event! Registrations Below*****

*****YOGA MAT OR LARGE TOWEL NEEDED FOR THIS EVENT*****

From companies and organizations, to relationships and individuals, negative belief loops undermine human potential and ultimately leave us feeling disempowered and unfulfilled. An internationally renowned speaker, seasoned leadership expert and author Finnian Kelly makes the case for Intentionality, a transformational methodology and set of principles designed to help people break the cycles of self sabotage and harness the power of the present. In this singular, innovative, and principled approach Kelly uses science and psychology to explore how we can abandon mediocre precedents, crack the elusive codes of social conditioning and effectively create and sustain extraordinary lives

At this event you will:

~learn how to uncover your negative belief loops and reprogram your subconscious mind

~be given take home tools that you can implement to start living a life of Intentionality

~go on a somatic breathwork journey that will be unlike anything you've ever experienced before

With Finnian’s powerful and unique approach, we promise that you will be moved beyond inspiration to total transformation!

SLPs Welcome!

Agenda:

4:00 - 4:15 - arrive and settle in

4:15 - 6:15- presentation 

5:15 - 5:30 - break and setup for the breathwork experience 

5:30- 6:45 - breathwork

6:45 - 7:00 - closer

7pm: optional buffet dinner (self pay) & drinks @ Hayfields, registration below

More in Finnian Kelly here

Lodging options:

Courtyard by Marriot Contact: Daisy Gibb, Phone: (410) 584-7070

Embassy Suites Hunt Valley Contact: Cassandra Rashad, Phone: (410) 584-1400

Interested in EO and what we can offer you, as an entrepreneur in this fast paced environment we live?

Entrepreneurs' Organization-Baltimore (EO) is hosting an information session for prospective members to learn more about Entrepreneurs' Organization and meet current members.

Event Agenda:

2-3:30pm: EO Baltimore information session at Hayfields Country Club

4-7pm: Optional: Finnian Kelly-Keynote, complimentary ticket through EO Baltimore ($150 value)

7-8:30: Optional, self-pay post event dinner & drinks (ticket link included here)

SPACE IS LIMITED!

Finnian Kelly: The Power of Intentionality: Unlocking the Principles of Life's Greatest Loophole. From companies and organizations, to relationships and individuals, negative belief loops undermine human potential and ultimately leave us feeling disempowered and unfulfilled. An internationally renowned speaker, seasoned leadership expert and author Finnian Kelly makes the case for Intentionality, a transformational methodology and set of principles designed to help people break the cycles of self sabotage and harness the power of the present. In this singular, innovative, and principled approach Kelly uses science and psychology to explore how we can abandon mediocre precedents, crack the elusive codes of social conditioning and effectively create and sustain extraordinary lives.

About EO Baltimore: The purpose of Entrepreneur’s Organization is to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential, with the ambition to enable transformational growth in our members' lives. This is done through dynamic peer-to-peer learning, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and connections to experts and our Global community.

Learn more! Visit eobaltimore.org, or contact Donna Weitz at director@eobaltimore.org with any questions. Take this quick survey to see if EO might be right for you!