Kory Bailey

With over a decade of leadership in both early-stage startups and big tech, Kory Bailey has emerged as a thought leader on equitable economic growth and champion for the Baltimore tech ecosystem. Bailey is the CEO of UpSurge Baltimore, an ecosystem-building organization with a vision for Baltimore to be recognized as the first Equitech hub in the world; a new model for American innovation. UpSurge's mission is to build a thriving tech ecosystem for innovators, founders, and talent by strengthening its culture and connectivity, and mobilizing regional and national assets around Baltimore startups. Bailey is an ecosystem builder and servant leader seeking opportunities to leverage his relationships, talents, and resources to support successful outcomes for individuals and communities. Bailey has been recognized as a 2022 Technical.ly RealLIST Connectors Award winner and 2023 RealLIST Tech Community Leader of the Year nominee.