Office of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship

The Office of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship (OSIE) team works to support, attract and expand companies within Maryland’s primary industries and those that are emerging. The OSIE also has professionals dedicated to enhancing entrepreneurship, education and workforce.

Ulyana V. Desiderio, PhD - Senior Director, Office of Strategic Industries and Entrepreneurship

Industry Sectors:

Agriculture - Joseph Milone, PhD, Program Manager

Brandon Cannaday, Program Manager

Energy - Ryan Powell, PhD, Program Manager

Matthew Cimino, PhD, Senior Manager, Business Development
Bradley Gillenwater, Business & Innovation Development Manager

David Minges, Manufacturing 4.0 Grant Program Manager