Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc.

Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. FITCI is Frederick’s next-level business incubator/accelerator. Created in 2004 to assist in the creation and growth of technology-based businesses.

Our nonprofit supports local startups, especially in science & technology, with programming, mentoring, community, resources, & space - offices, wet labs, and virtual membership options. FITCI (.org) is a business incubator/accelerator created to encourage innovation and accelerate the development of businesses in Frederick. We have created a collaborative environment where you're around other su

ccessful CEOs. Our commitment is to provide our fellow CEOs with our most supportive, yet critical, advice and connections. Four powerful advisory boards make up some of the most successful CEOs to support the local entrepreneurial community.

✨ Tech Tuesday ✨This week’s featured tool: Gamma An AI-powered platform that helps you create sleek presentations, docs,...
05/26/2026

✨ Tech Tuesday ✨
This week’s featured tool: Gamma

An AI-powered platform that helps you create sleek presentations, docs, and content without spending hours designing slides 👏

Perfect for founders, creators, and busy teams looking to work smarter.
Have a tech tool you’ve been loving recently? Share it in the comments 👇

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸Please note that ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

Please note that FITCI will not be staffed on Memorial Day, but the building will be accessible with key access.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend.

Join us tomorrow, May 19th for Power Partner Hours 🤝We look forward to welcoming Debbie Panizari and Frank Olszewski rep...
05/18/2026

Join us tomorrow, May 19th for Power Partner Hours 🤝

We look forward to welcoming Debbie Panizari and Frank Olszewski representing our sponsors Eppendorf and USA Scientific.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful professional relationships, exchange insights, and engage with experienced leaders across industries.

Sushi will also be provided courtesy Eppendorf 🍣

05/15/2026

Excited to officially launch the Companion Pet Wellness Community today! 🐾

This free educational community was created for pet parents, caregivers, wellness advocates, and pet professionals who want to learn more about companion animal wellness, supportive care education, and responsible CBD literacy for pets.

Inside the community, we’ll be sharing:
✨ Wellness education
🧠 Endocannabinoid System learning resources
📚 Companion pet wellness discussions
🎓 Future certification updates
🤝 A supportive learning environment for pet lovers

This is just the beginning, and I’m excited to continue building a space focused on education, transparency, and wellness support for companion animals.

Join us here:
https://www.skool.com/companion-pet-wellness-2026

Big ideas deserve strong storytelling. 🚀 Today FITCI held Beyond the Pitch, a workshop focused on preparing founders for...
05/13/2026

Big ideas deserve strong storytelling. 🚀

Today FITCI held Beyond the Pitch, a workshop focused on preparing founders for pitching, and the conversations, decisions, and tradeoffs that come after investor interest.

Attendees walked away with practical strategies to move their companies forward, from crafting compelling narratives and designing slides that capture attention, to strengthening the pieces investors look for behind the scenes.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a collaborative and inspiring session! 👏

05/11/2026

Coffee time

FITCI is hosting our Beyond the Pitch workshop next Wednesday May 13th at 1 PM. Come by early and visit Red Envelope Cof...
05/08/2026

FITCI is hosting our Beyond the Pitch workshop next Wednesday May 13th at 1 PM. Come by early and visit Red Envelope Coffees to fuel your afternoon, who will be outside Maryland's EDGE from 9 AM - 1 PM!

Part of our Entrepreneur Essentials series (FITCI’s core classes designed to accelerate and grow your business at any stage) this workshop goes beyond the deck, helping founders navigate what actually happens after the pitch, from equity decisions to investor expectations.

The companies that gain traction are reacting to challenges and using them as signals. Refining their models, pressure-t...
04/27/2026

The companies that gain traction are reacting to challenges and using them as signals. Refining their models, pressure-testing their assumptions, and making intentional pivots that move them forward, not just keep them afloat.

At FITCI, we support founders who are willing to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and build what’s next.What’s one s...
04/20/2026

At FITCI, we support founders who are willing to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and build what’s next.

What’s one step you can take today to get out your comfort zone? 🚀

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321 Ballenger Center Drive
Frederick, MD
21703

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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