There is a Maryland Growth Initiative in the Corporation. The purpose of the Initiative is to support the growth of start–up companies in the State by: identifying promising companies in the phase between early start–up development and scaling; providing access to experts in regulatory processes, manufacturing, clinical trials, market launches, and other areas of business; facilitating private investment in companies; assisting in the acquisition of infrastructure including office space, equipment, and support for product development; and providing technical and business expertise.