SPARK² Technology & Innovation Initiative

Powered by the Norman F. Holmes Foundation

New Leadership Launching a New Technology Vison for Prince George’s County

The Opportunity

Prince George’s County is home to world-class talent, rising tech innovators, and untapped intellectual property. Yet, it remains largely disconnected from the capital, infrastructure, and national narrative shaping our digital future. This is a collaborative space that meets the moment and creates a destination that engages under-served technology entrepreneurs. SPARK² is here to change that.

Our Mission

To accelerate a new, technology and innovation ecosystem rooted in equity, ownership, and opportunity, positioning Prince George’s County as a technology destination for:

• Mergers & Acquisitions and investment of tech firms and IP

• Capital access for scalable startups and small businesses

• Training, Research & Development in Quantum, AI, Cybersecurity

• Create a community-inclusive go-to-market innovation strategy for long-term economic growth

  • Monet Goode

    FOUNDER

  • Emmett Marsh

    DESIGN DIRECTOR

  • Eleanor Parks

    SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR

  • Jamie Kokot

    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

  • Karl Holland

    SALES MANAGER

Return on Investment

  • What You Invest In

    Early capital & ecosystem building

    Strategic convening and talent development

    Community and young adult programming

    Marketing, storytelling, and awareness

  • What You Help Create

    A sustainable pipeline of tech jobs and companies

    Regional leadership in tech innovation

    Multi-generational economic mobility

    Elevated regional identity & business attraction

    Infrastructure and growth for local deal flow

    Increased M&A and investment activity in PG County

Key Programs Launching Year One 

SPARK² Innovation Roundtable - SPRING (Strategic Partnerships for Resilience, Innovation, and Next-Gen Growth): Quarterly leadership convening of PG tech ecosystem stakeholders

Innovation StoryLab: Spotlighting founders, IP breakthroughs, and success stories

SPARK² Founders Index: A living directory of Prince George’s County’s tech talent and entrepreneurs

Demo & Deal Days: Curated founder showcases for capital, procurement, and M&A partners

Youth Tech Pathways: Connecting PGCC, local schools, and youth to real-world innovation opportunities

Get Involved

We are actively inviting aligned and strategic funders, investors, and business partners to join us in a dynamic next chapter for Prince George’s County.

Contact

Greg Holmes, Executive Director

Norman F. Holmes Foundation

greg@nfhf8.org | 240-380-8704