WHAT IS TECH SHOWCASE
See what’s possible when bold ideas meet innovation. FITCI’s Annual Tech Showcase is an immersive evening celebrating the local innovators working to shape our future. Come experience something different, discover what’s happening at the forefront of innovation, and get a glimpse of what’s next.
Scientists. Entrepreneurs. Creators. Students. Business leaders. Curious minds. Tech enthusiasts. And people who just want to see something cool. Tech Showcase is for the curious, the people who want to get a glimpse of whats possible. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and be ready to learn something new!
2026 THEME
The Innovation Imperative: The Cost of Doing Nothing In a World That Won't Wait
Every day we delay a decision, postpone innovation, or avoid change, we incur a cost. Whether you're a startup founder, researcher, corporate leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, inaction often carries greater consequences than failure itself.
The Annual Tech Showcase brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and the FITCI and Fort Detrick Alliance communities to explore how bold action drives meaningful progress.
Join us for an evening to learn about groundbreaking-research, emerging technologies, and the people turning ideas into action right here in Frederick, MD. Along the way we challenge you to consider a bigger question: What is the cost of doing nothing for you?
Program
Expo | 4:30-5:45pm
Go behind the scenes of innovation with a firsthand look at the ideas taking shape inside FITCI. Tour our laboratories, explore the exhibits, and meet the innovators bringing new ideas to life. Discover what they’re working on, ask questions, and experience the work up close.
Opening Remarks | 6pm
Keynote Speaker | 6:20pm
Speaker TBA
InFocus | 6:30pm
InFocus will feature innovators selected by our sponsors to give a brief thought provoking talk inspired by this year's theme.
People's Choice Awards Presentation | 6:40pm
17 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP
For the Last seventeen years FITCI and FDA have come together to put on the Tech Showcase for Frederick, highlighting the innovation happening right here in our community.
About FDA | The primary purpose of the organization is to facilitate “communication and understanding between Federal agencies at Fort Detrick and the community at large”. To accomplish this mission, the Fort Detrick Alliance works on a daily basis to build relationships between Fort Detrick and its constituencies in the region: individuals; businesses; civic, social, and educational organizations; and local and State government entities.
About FITCI | We work alongside founders at every stage, providing space, mentorship, programming, and strategic connections that turn ideas into sustainable businesses. FITCI focuses on early-stage life science and technology ventures—including biotech, information technology, renewable resources, cybersecurity, and more—delivering the strategic support they need to grow.
SPONSOR Level Registration will be done on this website
Individual ticket sales can be purchased here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2001381042574?aff=oddtdtcreator
Thank you to our Innovator Sponsor:
Thank you to our Cultivator Sponsors:
