2025 Shore and Soar Competition
Maryland Capital Enterprises and Somerville Consulting Group invite you to apply for our first-ever Shore and Soar Pitch Competition.
This exciting new initiative will award two full sets of cash prizes—one for each location—offering $5,000 for first place, $3,000 for second, and $1,000 for third in both Baltimore and on the Eastern Shore. The competition is designed for entrepreneurs whose businesses are actively growing their customer base, increasing market share, scaling operations, and maintaining profitability. This competition is open to everyone.
Somerville Consulting Group specializes in helping entrepreneurs succeed, offering leadership and technical consulting services tailored to small business needs.
Competition Application: www.somervilleconsultinggroup.com.
Pitch September 9 in Baltimore and September 10 in Salisbury
Ten applicants from the Eastern Shore of Maryland and ten applicants from the City of Baltimore and Baltimore, Anne Arundel and Harford Counties will be selected as finalist participants. These applicants will receive free in-person or online workshops, mentoring and pitch support throughout the program.
MCE gratefully acknowledges the support of the U.S. Small Business Administration and the State of Maryland, whose generous grants have made this competition possible.
