Profile
First Name
Patrick
Last Name
Wheeler
Professions
Non Profit
Industry
Non Profit & Associations
Chapter
B2B Frederick
Member Role
B2B Member
Member Bio
Currently I am the Board Chairman of The Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI) is a business incubator and accelerator designed to cultivate entrepreneurship in Frederick, Maryland. I'm a retired CEO and National Technology Consulting Practice leader that is passionate about building leaders for today and tomorrow.
I have launched new businesses, built them, sold them and spawned new entrepreneurs. I love to coach and mentor those that have a passion and goal to impact their community. I am a servant leader, serial entrepreneur, technology geek and passionate about transformation for good, (aka) doing the right thing and doings things right.
About FITCI: It starts here. FITCI’s mission as a non-profit is to empower innovators who are solving the world’s toughest problems—right in the heart of Frederick. Many of our entrepreneurs are addressing major healthcare challenges. From saving lives during childbirth to making surgeries safer and advancing drug discoveries, the impact of their work will transform industries and improve lives globally.
I have launched new businesses, built them, sold them and spawned new entrepreneurs. I love to coach and mentor those that have a passion and goal to impact their community. I am a servant leader, serial entrepreneur, technology geek and passionate about transformation for good, (aka) doing the right thing and doings things right.
About FITCI: It starts here. FITCI’s mission as a non-profit is to empower innovators who are solving the world’s toughest problems—right in the heart of Frederick. Many of our entrepreneurs are addressing major healthcare challenges. From saving lives during childbirth to making surgeries safer and advancing drug discoveries, the impact of their work will transform industries and improve lives globally.
Contact Details
Website
fitci.orgCompany Details
Company Name
FITCI
Job Title
Chairman of the Board
Street:
321 Ballenger Center Drive
City:
Frederick
State:
Maryland
Zip code:
21703
About Us
About FITCI: It starts here. FITCI’s mission as a non-profit is to empower innovators who are solving the world’s toughest problems—right in the heart of Frederick. Many of our entrepreneurs are addressing major healthcare challenges. From saving lives during childbirth to making surgeries safer and advancing drug discoveries, the impact of their work will transform industries and improve lives globally.
Services Provided
Join our FITCI family
Business incubators drastically reduce the risk of small business failures by providing entrepreneurs with the tools necessary to create a solid business foundation.
International Soft Landing Program
WHERE ENTREPRENEURS LAND TO EXPAND We connect global innovators to local expertise to secure a seamless transition into the US marketplace. Located in Frederick, Maryland, our program offers the unparalleled blend of strategic location, cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment conducive to innovation and business growth, and access to FITCI’s proven entrepreneurial programming. The Soft Landing Program is ideal for international companies in the technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and professional services sectors. Whether you are a startup seeking a foothold in the U.S. market or an established company looking to expand your operations, our program provides the resources and support you need to succeed.
Accelerating Your Business
Do you need advice on starting up a business?
Entrepreneurs involved in The Edge Community Accelerator Program will receive access to weekly in-person classes, mentorship from business leaders throughout the community, focus groups, and an online portal with additional educational resources…
Testing Your Idea
This training module, So You Think You Have an Idea, is inspired by Steve Blanks Udacity course, How to Build a Startup. Here you will learn the customer development process, how to leverage lean startup and design thinking methods, and solve problems.
FITCI’s programs are combination of classes, advisory, events, & initiatives that address fundamental needs for emerging companies. We focus on the 4 C’s:
Coaching
When you are selected to join FITCI you are placed into an appropriate CEO Roundtable (SGAB) led by a group of proven CEO’s where you can draw from decades of experience to give you some distinct insight into evolving you and your business.
Connections
Not only do our advisors and mentors give excellent advice, they (along with our FITCI team, board, and partners) are looking to connect you with those individuals who can help grow your business.
Capital
After becoming a member, you gain access to the secret sauce of the FITCI investments team, training and preparation, before connections to key funding sources. Your finely tuned pitch, business model, and investment summary will be well vetted by experience. We create the opportunities; it’s up to you to build the relationships.
Customers
FITCI is focused on getting you your first customers. Through value proposition, market opportunity, go-to market strategy, and customer discovery, you’ll be ready to go out and connect with the users who your business was built to help.
Business incubators drastically reduce the risk of small business failures by providing entrepreneurs with the tools necessary to create a solid business foundation.
International Soft Landing Program
WHERE ENTREPRENEURS LAND TO EXPAND We connect global innovators to local expertise to secure a seamless transition into the US marketplace. Located in Frederick, Maryland, our program offers the unparalleled blend of strategic location, cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment conducive to innovation and business growth, and access to FITCI’s proven entrepreneurial programming. The Soft Landing Program is ideal for international companies in the technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and professional services sectors. Whether you are a startup seeking a foothold in the U.S. market or an established company looking to expand your operations, our program provides the resources and support you need to succeed.
Accelerating Your Business
Do you need advice on starting up a business?
Entrepreneurs involved in The Edge Community Accelerator Program will receive access to weekly in-person classes, mentorship from business leaders throughout the community, focus groups, and an online portal with additional educational resources…
Testing Your Idea
This training module, So You Think You Have an Idea, is inspired by Steve Blanks Udacity course, How to Build a Startup. Here you will learn the customer development process, how to leverage lean startup and design thinking methods, and solve problems.
FITCI’s programs are combination of classes, advisory, events, & initiatives that address fundamental needs for emerging companies. We focus on the 4 C’s:
Coaching
When you are selected to join FITCI you are placed into an appropriate CEO Roundtable (SGAB) led by a group of proven CEO’s where you can draw from decades of experience to give you some distinct insight into evolving you and your business.
Connections
Not only do our advisors and mentors give excellent advice, they (along with our FITCI team, board, and partners) are looking to connect you with those individuals who can help grow your business.
Capital
After becoming a member, you gain access to the secret sauce of the FITCI investments team, training and preparation, before connections to key funding sources. Your finely tuned pitch, business model, and investment summary will be well vetted by experience. We create the opportunities; it’s up to you to build the relationships.
Customers
FITCI is focused on getting you your first customers. Through value proposition, market opportunity, go-to market strategy, and customer discovery, you’ll be ready to go out and connect with the users who your business was built to help.
Ideal Customers
Innovators, Entrepreneurs, and a passion to impact a community of customers. Those that are seeking a community to help accelerate and grow new businesses and expand the impact of your idea.
Employee Count of Clients
20-49
Revenue Size of Clients
$1M-$15M