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Bass Patent Law, LLC

Thomas Bassolino, Founder

Big Law Pedigree. Small Firm Touch.

Bass Patent Law strives to draft the highest quality patent applications and see them through the Patent Office in an efficient and effective manner. We thrive in learning the technical details of our clients’ inventions, including working with inventors to consider all of the elements of the invention and the different forms they may take. To this end, we try to expand the scope of the invention in ways that other firms may overlook.

Bass Patent Law’s founder, Tom Bassolino, was an engineer before becoming a patent attorney, and he has worked in both large law firm (aka “biglaw”) and boutique law firm settings. Tom’s experience has taught him that the product/service is what matters to clients. As such, Bass Patent Law aims to provide polished, detailed (yet broadly claimed), and intelligent patent applications to advance clients’ intellectual property needs and to enhance this critical facet of their business.

Bass Patent Law aims to charge reasonable rates for exceptional quality work. Therefore, Bass Patent Law maintains a truly modest overhead, while still providing a remarkable quality service to our clients.

Whether you have an established business or are launching a start-up, protecting your innovations will give you the competitive advantage you need to build your brand, secure outside investment, and take your business to the next level.

Bilow Garrett Group

Matthew Bilow, Owner

Architectural design and planning for the new and expanding companies.

For many years the Bilow Garrett Group has been providing architecture and planning services to a diverse group of clientele. We can provide architectural services for commercial, industrial, residential, municipal and religious.

Bracewell LLP

Mark Lewis, Owner

We Know Energy ©

Bracewell is a leading law firm that is known worldwide for its unique depth and experience in the energy, infrastructure, finance and technology sectors. To complement our sector-focused excellence, we boast an impressive and diversified array of market-leading substantive practices, including award-winning transactional, litigation, regulatory and government relations practices. This robust mix of sector and practice strengths has allowed us to be a firm of choice for many of the world’s largest and most successful corporate enterprises, financial institutions, private funds and governmental entities.

Our firm’s success is anchored by four authentic pillars of strength: a culture based on personal relationships, collaboration and a shared passion for the firm and its clients; our distinction as a destination firm for talent; blue-chip clients; and a reputation for excellence as a sector and large-practice powerhouse.

Bulman, Dunie, Burke & Feld, Chtd.

Jeremy Rachlin, Owner

We provide estate planning and probate services with compassion, empathy, and without legalese.

A mainstay in the Maryland and Washington, DC legal communities for 85+ years, Bulman, Dunie, Burke & Feld offers estate planning, family law, and personal injury representation from attorneys who share core values of authenticity, empathy, and simply doing right by our clients.

Our clients will always feel heard and never feel like they are being sold to.

Our attorneys are recognized by our peers annually in publications such as Super Lawyers Magazine and Bethesda Magazine as amongst the top 5% of attorneys in the State of Maryland who they would refer their own family members to for legal representation.

Jeremy Rachlin, Partner and Shareholder, is a 2002 graduate of UMCP, has served on various alumni boards on campus, mentors undergrads, and has presented as part of Terrapin Love Week.

We look forward to doing business with other Terps who share our core values.

Carr2 Real Estate, LLC

Rachel Carr, Owner

Carr2 Get it Done! In Real Estate Education is Key!

Servicing all of Maryland and even outside of Maryland... with a network vast and vetted! Our team will guide you through buying or selling your home, provide advice and do our best to make it a smooth and stress-free process! Carr2 is founded and run by 2 lifetime UMD alumni, one who is an active UMD Alumni Board Member! We hold a special place in our heart for everything UMD and look forward to making sure our school, our fellow alumni and our clients have the very best experience. Go Terps!

We owe UMD so we owe YOU! Expect not only the best possible service but also 1.5% off the total commission to list, or a 25% rebate of the gross buyer's agent commission to buy. Even your non UMD alumni referrals will get 1% off to list or a 15% rebate of gross commissions to buy. Mention you found us in this directory to receive the promotion.

Choice Clinical Services

Taylor Cole, Founder

We offer individually tailored theraputic services for your mental health journey.

Choice Clinical Services (CCS) is a full-service Mental Health Group Practice serving The University of Maryland, The City of College Park, The City of Greenbelt and suburbs of Prince George's, Howard and Anne Arundel Counties. 

CCS is a TERP family owned Mental Health group practice with a very simple mission statement:

Mental Health Matters. Here at Choice Clinical Services, we strive to offer a space where every person feels seen, heard and valued. Every voice matters and all needs are important.

We offer specialized psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.  Our service offerings include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Based Therapy practice, Brainspotting and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).  We also offer Psychiatric Medication Management as well as comprehensive Psycho-Educational Evaluations.  Our clinical staff also have expertise in working with generational trauma, sexual abuse and gang prevention/mitigation. All of our clinical staff are licensed by their respective boards in the State of Maryland: Licensed Certified Social Workers (LCSW-C), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC), Psychiaric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) (CRNP/PMH), and Board Certified Clinical Psychologists.

CCS is well regarded as having an outstanding reputation in the communities we serve regarding our high quality of client care, our ability to have clients seen in a “timely fashion” and for providing industry leading therapeutic care and treatment modalities.

Dickman & Associates LLC

John Dickman, Owner

Real estate appraisal services for estate planning, divorce, and tax planning, etc.

Engie Resources

Suzanne Greene, Executive Decision Maker

Energy Procurement Expert (Electricity, Natural Gas, Renewables/Green Energy)

Evette Lewis, Independent Insurance Agent

E. Evette Lewis, Executive Decision Maker

For businesses big and small, The MWE Partnership offers employee benefits for all!

The MWE Partnership is an organization that partners with companies to offer their employees a full array of voluntary benefits. Our mission is to help companies and associated brokers to strategize, implement, and service the entire voluntary benefits process. Our process is turn-key and seamless.

I would appreciate the opportunity to assist Terp businesses with customized benefits plans to help attract, support and retain employees at every stage of the business lifecycle. Also, I'm always looking for partnership opportunities with other brokers and referral partners.

Fanimal Fitness

Julie Soss, Founder

Release the beast in style!

Fanimal Fitness isn't just our name. It's who we are—loyal, passionate, dedicated, hard working everyday athletes and grapplers working to be better at what we love. The animal that comes out to show everyone what hard work and dedication can earn. The fan, cheering on teammates, giving them the support and energy they need to perform at a higher level.

This is Fanimal!

FEBA Fingerprinting LLC

Enrique Young, Owner

"Fingerprinting and passport photos at your fingertips"

FEBA Fingerprinting Live scan process mitigates problems associated with ink fingerprinting, such as smudging, smearing, and over or under inking. A major benefit of FEBA live scan fingerprinting is that your fingerprints are electronically transmitted directly to the Department of Justice in seconds, instead hard copy fingerprint cards through the mail. The Live scan Fingerprinting technology replaces the process of recording ink fingerprinting to meet most hiring agencies requirements. Ink fingerprinting is still required in many states although we offer a one stop shop to provide multiple services for your convenience. FEBA Fingerprinting offers Live scan services, passport photos and ink fingerprinting cards at our main office in Largo, Maryland. FEBA Fingerprinting is the premier Live scan service provider in the State of Maryland and we have to capability to mobilize our technicians to come to your office to deliver the same quality of service in an effort to curtail hours lost from work.

FEBA Fingerprinting can serve in the community by assisting many industries with their mandated requirements to do business in the local area such as Real Estate Licensees, DMV Licensed Professionals, Notaries, Foster Parents, Teachers, Appraisers, Care Givers, Stock Brokers, Contractors, Nurses, Doctors, Surgeons, Security Guards, Volunteers, Lawyers, etc.

FEBA is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business and stands on our integrity to provide quality customer service and on time results within 24 to 72 hours to your employer or licensing agency.

Feldman Services

Eva Feldman, Owner

Write it right! Copyediting services for a variety of publications and professional documents.

Grazie Mille Co.

Nicolette Contella, Founder

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management company for all types of professionals. We help you say "Grazie Mille" more often.

We are a full-service digital marketing agency for small businesses. We specialize in companies within the edTech and healthcare niche but have worked with all kinds of professionals. Based in NJ, but serve clients nationally and internationally.

We offer social media management, copywriting, branding, Google Ads, and more!

Law Office of Joel R. Spivack

Joel Spivack, Owner

AV Rated Bankrutpcy and Real Estate Lawyer in New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Attorney Joel R. Spivack is an experienced bankruptcy and residential real estate transactions lawyer in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Clients come to us for legal services, but what we really provide is peace of mind. For more than 30 years, Attorney Spivack has helped people make wise, informed decisions about bankruptcy filings, debt relief options and residential real estate transactions. He will guide you through the process, reduce or eliminate debt, protect your interests and reduce your exposure to risk so that you can move forward with confidence.

Perfectly Possible LLC

Kiara Anthony, Founder

It's Perfectly Possible

Perfectly Possible LLC provides college admissions consulting, tutoring and custom writing services. Reservations and information are provided via the WEBSITE: perfectpossibilities.com

An entrepreneur, a world traveler, a bibliophile, and a creative, Kiara Anthony, the Founder of Perfectly Possible LLC, takes the time to understand how to best assist clients in accomplishing their goals. Recognizing that clients appreciate both quality and convenience, these services are conveniently offered virtually. Kiara Anthony states “When working on projects, I ask how can we take this project to the next level in terms of improvement and results.” She carries over this same drive and mentality when it comes to business operations and adopts an individualized approach.

As a client you will be provided a unique perspective, personalized support, and affordable services which differentiates Perfectly Possible LLC from alternatives.

Regarding college admissions consulting, tutoring, and custom writing services, Perfectly Possible LLC provides many unique opportunities for clients to grow ranging from providing students assistance with researching schools with personalized criteria sheets, to creating time management and study schedules for clients, and providing resume and cover letter recommendations. With business structuring and development, she strives to create a community where clients are valued and a partnership is created of mutual success.

Proshred Security

Charles Fisher, Owner

NAID AAA Certified Information Security Services

Allow us to keep your confidential information safe! Whether shredding important files and documents, incinerating media or destroying hard drives we will always comply with strict NAID AAA Certification protocols and recycle wherever possible

Raquel Brown Editing Services

Raquel Brown, Founder

Find your voice. Fascinate your readers.

You’ve worked so hard on your writing, and I’m here to help you bring a polished story to your readers! I provide editing and story coaching services for Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romance, and Horror manuscripts.

I’ve edited for traditional publishers, self-publishing authors, and indie presses, so I have experience working with a variety of story types and publishing goals. And I completely understand how nerve-racking (and flat-out terrifying) it can be to hand over your story for feedback. When we work together, you can look forward to your edits—I’m on your team to help your work resonate with readers!

As far as my background, I hold an Editing Certificate from the University of Chicago’s graduate-level program, where I specialized in Developmental Editing. I’m on the board of directors for the San Diego Professional Editors Network, and a member of ACES, EFA, HWA, and SCBWI. I’m also part of the copyediting team for Strange Horizons, an award-winning SFF magazine. Before shifting to full-time fiction editing, I spent years in technical writing/editing, and have a degree in Environmental Science.

So how about you and I get started—and let’s get that story finished! Send me a message at contact@raquelbrown.com. I can’t wait to be a part of your publishing journey!

The CBMC Group

Eric Francis, Founder

Your needs are a Capital concern

We are committed to keeping our buildings and communities clean and healthy for our customers, their residents, tenants and staff in the facilities and communities we serve. CBMC offers reliable, efficient and cost-effective services. Our expertly trained and supervised staff perform a wide variety of janitorial and maintenance duties. Additionally, we offer 24/7 concierge & patrol services. Enhancing our commitment to green sustainability, The CBMC Group is accredited and certified by the Green Business Bureau (GBB) as an environmentally responsible business. Our dedication to the overall “Going Green” initiative, we at CBMC have reached the GBB”s Green Platinum Tier, by continuously adopting principles and practices that demonstrate a superior commitment to conserving the environment. We believe that sustainability is an essential aspect of our work and therefore, The CBMC Group is proud to contribute to making the environment a healthier place for our customers, employees, and community.

Warner & Fitzmartin, PLLC

Elissa Fitzmartin, Founder

Boutique personal injury law firm dedicated to helping injured persons get back to living their lives.

My law firm prides itself on the attorneys taking primary responsibility for all client interactions. While we have amazing support staff to help when needed, clients can rest assured that they will speak to me personally at every update on the case. My experience is that these frequent conversations are the only way to truly get to know my clients and the details of their injuries and lives so that I can be their best advocate in court.

Diran Balogun - Realtor

Diran Balogun, Founder

Hair + Space Blowdry and Beauty Bar

Regina Holbert, Founder

Providing an accessible, convenient, luxurious, and on-trend hairstyling and beauty experience for all women.

JBD Events

Nicole Halton, Founder

Taking your events to the NEXT LEVEL

JBD Events, is a full-service event production agency with teams in New York City, Los Angeles, Washington DC and Miami. We create unforgettable experiences through close collaboration with clients by approaching projects with bold creativity and strategic insights. Our services of expertise include:

Event Ideation and Logistics Hotel Logistics Transportation VIP Management Staffing Venue Selection

Simply Signed Co.

Jhoany Maldonado, Founder

ABN Partners

Neal Kreitman, Founder

Understand your customers and employees and grow a thousand fold

ABN Partners bolsters a company's understanding of their customers, employees and marketplace. We do this through listening using qualitative (focus groups, contextual interviews, ethnography, usability tests) and quantitative methods. Using one or more methods and synthesizing the results to provide deeper insights, companies identify ways to increase customer loyalty and sales, brand health, new product introduction, employee loyalty and gain a competitive advantage.

Beadluv LLC

Nerissa Legge, Owner

Making you feel beautiful one piece of jewelry at a time!

Beadluv specializes in creating unique handmade jewelry. All items are specially made and distinct in nature. Beadluv selects the finest beads to create one of a kind jewelry for everyone to enjoy. All items are handmade with care and love.

Brand Groupies

Carey Balogh, Founder

"Anything worth doing is worth overdoing." - Mick Jagger

Founded in 2015, BRAND GROUPIES is a boutique social media, public relations, and personal branding agency. We partner with B2B service companies and C-suite leaders in real estate, architecture, design, commercial building, and the professional services industry to build and amplify their brands.

The better you rock your brand, the louder your fan base. We obsess over your brand together - whether your company is a few years old or 100+. Our mission is to help you prioritize your company’s long-term goals for the best ROI, creatively reach your target market, and implement buzz-worthy strategies that will make you look and feel like a rock-star brand across all touch points. Tune in to the BRAND GROUPIES Podcast where Chief Executive Groupie Carey Balogh talks with inspiring brand leaders about how they are building and rocking their brands. www.brandgroupies.com

Capital insurance partners

Bryan Aguirre, Owner

CIP is an independent insurance agency focusing on business and personal insurance.

CIP is a full-service independent insurance agency that can provide many types of insurance. Being independent allows us to represent multiple carriers - we currently have 14 carriers and write in the following states: MD, DC, VA, PA, NY, WV, DE, NC, FL, CO, and CA. Commercial insurance: Professional and General liability, Workers comp, Auto, Cyber coverage and more Personal insurance: Auto, Home, Umbrella, Personal articles and more Life Insurance Health Insurance

EIDAR

Naman Gupta, Founder

Every Girl Dolls

Payal Thomas, Founder

Intracoastal Marketing and Strategy Group, LLC

Janice Burg-Levi, Owner

Innovative Marketing and Limitless Growth through digital marketing tools and techniques

Intracoastal Marketing and Strategy Group LLC (IMSG) is a unique marketing firm that provides business leaders with access to seasoned marketing and sales professionals who create and execute impactful and high-return marketing programs that get results. From Strategic plan development and branding to thought leadership content development and placement, IMSG can support your business marketing and business development needs. We have deep industry knowledge and experience in high tech, telecommunications, financial services, private equity, consumer products, health & wellness, professional services, and nonprofits.

Joseph Law Office

Scott Joseph, Founder

Opalescent Nails

Doyinsola Oladimeji-Stevens, Founder

Opalescent Nails is a luxury custom press-on nail company for the booked, the busy, and the bougie.

We hand-create every nail tip for our clients with salon-quality products without salon prices. Our press-ons are an investment that pays for itself over and over again. They are reusable with proper care and can be removed with proper removal. Let us design your dream nails today!

POTOMAC AUTO SALES

Ati Kovi, Owner

Used car sales since 1991.

Cars bought at dealer auctions to your specifications for a set fee or percentage above cost .

Rayward Apparel

Devin Regan, Founder

The world revolves around the sun, but your life shouldn't

Rayward Apparel is committed to delivering quality apparel designed to protect you from the sun. We exclusively produce UPF 50+ sun protective performance clothing specifically designed to keep you safe during a full day in the sun—all without sacrificing comfort, style or convenience.

Our vision extends beyond clothing with Rayward Apparel’s commitment to the skin cancer community. To support the fight against skin cancer, we donate 5% of all profits to organizations dedicated to the research and treatment of skin cancer.

Rayward Apparel

Seth Woodward, Founder

UPF 50+ apparel designed specifically for all-day sun protection.

Rayward Apparel is committed to delivering quality apparel designed for all-day sun protection. We exclusively produce UPF 50+ sun protective performance clothing so you can enjoy MORE ADVENTURE + LESS EXPOSURE.

From day one, Rayward Apparel has supported the fight against skin cancer. Therefore, we donate 5% of all profits to organizations dedicated to the research and treatment of skin cancer. In addition, we’re working within our communities to educate and create awareness around the dangers of UV exposure.

ReadyGlobal (Business Continuity Planning)

Elizabeth Mitchell, Owner

Rockstarr & Moon

Rachel Minion, Founder

The TKO Agency LLC

Edward Osefo, Owner

Your one stop shop to handle all of your business development, compliance and strategic growth needs.

The TKO Agency is a full-service boutique business development and management consulting firm focused on advising small businesses and entrepreneurs with a broad spectrum of issues such as ensuring proper business entity selection and formation, assistance with vendor selection and contract negotiations, brand development, digital marketing, partnerships and scalability. The TKO Agency focuses on building and expanding businesses. Our vision is to be a trusted business advisor to all of our clients.

We Are HeadStart, Inc.

Michael Stern, Founder

Full-service PR and marketing agency for startups, small businesses, and non-profits

Traditional PR and marketing agencies aren't built for startups, small businesses, or smaller non-profits. They are expensive, with a ton of overhead, and clients end up paying for an agency's office space and large team.

HeadStart is different. HeadStart was built from the ground up to help as many entrepreneurs as possible. We are a remote, driven team committed to looking at PR and marketing differently.

Our earned media campaigns have achieved placements in large publications such as CNBC, Business Insider, and NPR while also landing clients on ideal podcasts and in trade publications.

Our innovative marketing campaigns have helped apps double their userbase month over month and increase leads for SaaS businesses.

No business is too small to tell its story. You just need the right agency to help you tell it.