Maryland’s Venture Capital arm chooses firm for website redesign and creative development RFP
COLUMBIA, Md., (August 11, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announces the selection of Square360 as the vendor for the website redesign and creative development project. The project exemplifies the continued development of TEDCO’s resources to match the pace of the innovations happening in technology and life science industries.
“TEDCO's website is a vital resource for entrepreneurs to connect with the services and opportunities they need to grow,” said DeJonna Farrar, assistant director, Digital Marketing & Communications, TEDCO. “We knew we needed a collaborator who could ensure that the new website is a true gateway to all that TEDCO offers for the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and Square360 seems to be the perfect fit.”
Square360, based in Newark, Delaware is a seasoned digital agency with over two decades of experience in crafting visually compelling and technologically robust web solutions. By focusing on a collaborative process, the firm seeks to provide unique services tailored to each clientele which will help allow for a people-centric design.
“TEDCO’s mission resonates deeply with us,” said Nancy Smullen, founder and co-creative director. “We’re thrilled to collaborate with TEDCO on a digital experience that mirrors the forward-thinking spirit of Maryland’s entrepreneurial community and embodies the continued growth and development of its innovation ecosystem.”
As part of this selection, Square360 will be tasked with redesigning and enhancing the TEDCO website by conducting a focus group of local ecosystem entrepreneurs and stakeholders to ensure user experience, design and overall functionality match their needs. The final product will create an efficient tool for Maryland entrepreneurs, with a more condensed and visually appealing directory that allows TEDCO to further support the state’s economic growth.
“After receiving numerous competitive proposals from more than 50 firms, we made a decision that we feel will support the continuation of TEDCO’s commitment to amplify and support Maryland’s innovation ecosystem,” said Tammi Thomas, chief development and marketing officer, TEDCO. “Through working with Square360, we look forward to building upon TEDCO’s resources and creating an updated space for entrepreneurial support and supporting our role as one of the top 20 Venture Capital investors in the Mid-Atlantic region, according to Pitchbook.”
TEDCO’s Commitment to Maryland
Created in 1998 by the Maryland State Legislature, TEDCO was tasked with identifying, investing in, and helping grow technology-based businesses across the state.
In this role, TEDCO acts as the leading source of funding for early-stage, technology-based businesses; provides other business assistance to entrepreneurs throughout the State; and fosters technology transfer and commercialization from the State’s universities and Federal labs. TEDCO is leading innovation to market in Maryland and contributing to a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State through its various programs and funds.
Learn more about the organization’s ambitious vision at tedcomd.com.