Help You Grow

The Foundation of the Academy’s Three Pillars

Grow
Professionally

Access to leading professionals across multiple fields!

Grow your
Business

See your business excel after the Empowerment Academy!

Grow with
Tradepoint Atlantic

Opportunities to work with the Tradepoint Atlantic development team and beyond!

The Academy will be a competitive, construction-industry focused, and personalized program for participating minority and women-owned (M/WBE) and veteran-owned enterprises headquartered in Maryland. It includes a comprehensive curriculum, expert-led workshops, networking and collaboration, and on-going access to resources at the conclusion of the program.

Selection
Process

10 Companies

Academy cohort members will undergo 1-1 assessments with Academy leadership.

Academy
Qualifications

1-Year in Business

Maryland-based M/WBE and/or veteran-owned construction, supply, and maintenance enterprises that support construction activities and projects.

Application
Period

No-Fee Application Process

Applicants may apply beginning May 1, 2025 with final applications accepted through July 14, 2025.

Meet the Team