The Maryland Film Festival runs from May 8 - May 12. You can see narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, and hybrid films from all over the world. The festival's Director joins us to talk about some of the perks of the festival, as well as the film industry in our state.

It’s been a long journey for the folks at Rare Opportunity Farm. They originally started off as vegetable and flower growers...now their company has blossomed into baked goods and jams and jellies.

The Secretary of DLLR discusses the state's new job training program, Employment Advancement Right Now.

Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank is pitching in to help turn dreams into reality for students at the Robert H. Smith School of Business. It's all part of a competition where entrepreneurs put their ideas to the test for cash rewards.

The company has been around since 1876, but how does a local basket business succeed today?

Maryland's oyster shell recycling legislation has passed. The Executive Director of the Oyster Recovery Partnership discusses what that entails.

Marketing and Communications expert Ed Stern coaches you on how to get yourself out there.

Some amazing undergraduate students in the Robert H. Smith School of Business's QUEST program create a business plan that helps improve the efficiency and productivity at Tulkoff Food Products.

Dominick Murray, Secretary of DBED, joins us to talk about Maryland’s economy and a new program to help train workers.

You may have seen this business on the Food Network as they were the winners of Cupcake Wars-Season 4. This week Yolanda Vazquez explores the delicious goodness of a local cupcake shop that’s building up quite a following.

April is National Financial Literacy Month. Learn how your bank account can be its healthiest.

Travel abroad is important for future business leaders because it helps them better understand the economic landscape of other nations. University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business regularly offers students the chance to explore other countries and cultures, including four global studies course this past January.

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Guillermo Olivos talks about a recent study trip he led to Thailand and what students learn by traveling abroad.

Why BGE customers may be facing a rate hike.

For over 35 years, a local Hampden business has been providing quality restoration and repair services to a wide range of clients.

Why more employers are seeing the benefits of workers who can exercise on the job.

Tax expert Kurt Sturn discusses how individuals and businesses can avoid audits.

Will it soon cost you more to use your credit card at the check-out line?

An Eldersburg couple looking to make a little extra cash, hits the jackpot with their unique candle concept.

The digital age has changed education, including making it easier than ever to make content available to the masses through free online courses. These Massive Online Open Courses – MOOCs – are a growing trend in education and University of Maryland is part of the movement.

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Henry Lucas talks his MOOC course that launches this spring and the opportunities and challenges that come with teaching more than 10,000 students in an online course.

The President of the Maryland Association of REALTORS joins us to tell what the real estate market is looking like this season.

Why more Marylanders are investing in home generators.

Peace, love and good customer service. That could be the mantra for a longtime clothing retailer in Towson. Yolanda Vazquez takes us on an inside look.

Timely advice on keeping your energy bills down.

Need help this tax season? The Maryland CASH Campaign has got you covered. Tune in for advice from the campaign's director.

Best advice for dealing with a mistake in your credit report.

A Timonium pub and restaurant that truly has the luck of the Irish. Yolanda Vazquez goes "Behind The Biz," just in time for St. Patrick's Day.

The President of Purdue Foods joins us to discuss his new book, Getting Fit. The book helps businesses produce successful and powerful teams.

Maryland was the first state in the country to pass legislation allowing the formation of Benefit Corporations and LLCs, which provide companies with legal protection in pursuing “general public good” in addition to profits. Since its introduction in 2010, 10 other states and the District of Columbia have passed similar legislation, and Maryland remains the only state allowing for LLCs in addition to Corporations. But despite its status as a first mover, Maryland is falling behind other state programs in implementing the legislation.

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Melissa Carrier talks about the state of Maryland’s benefit corporation legislation and a recent study by a group of MBAs of how companies in the state are fairing.

As the spring home selling season approaches, is there some good news for home sellers?

Chris Knotts, CTO at Crofton-based Force 3, discusses the fact that many businesses are being forced to slash IT spending this year. He also has advice for small companies to large corporations about the best ways to allocate funds. Find out how to do more with less.

Now that same sex marriage is legal in Maryland, some new business opportunities are out there. MPT's Charles Robinson reports on a couple operating a Bed & Breakfast on Tilghman Island.

It’s being hailed as a "super seasoning"—one that can be used on meats, seafood and almost anything you like. How Todd Courtney turned a holiday gift for friends into a "down and dirty" business idea.

The Bayou was an iconic Washington, DC music hall with a lot of history, including murder and striptease to jazz and rock and roll. Hear all about the new documentary straight from the producer.

American and US Airways recently announced their $11 billion merger. What could this deal mean for the industry, airports and passengers?

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Mike Ball talks about the impacts of a mega merger in the airlines industry.

A Harford County farm specializing in hand-crafted, raw milk cheeses is finding a strong customer base with a variety of their value added products—many of which can be found at local farmers markets. Yolanda Vazquez has more in tonight’s Behind the Biz.

Some business shy away from hiring war veterans because of PTSD and the myths about it. How do Maryland companies stand when it comes to this, and what could they be doing better? Kathleen Beauchesne explains in her new book.

A local chocolatier whose handcrafted treats are considered one of Oprah's "favorite things".

BGE is asking for a rate hike, what does that mean for customers?

Bill Supernor from KoolSpan is talking about the biggest security dangers this year for your smartphone. He'll talk about the FCC's new tool to check how safe your device is, and a new product which can encrypt calls to desktop phones.

What does the fiscal cliff legislation mean for the Baltimore real estate market? The Chief Marketing Officer of the MRIS will provide insight and statistics on this year. He’ll talk about market supply and demand, consumer confidence, short and long term mortgage rates, and more.

Customers are flocking to the Rav-In Store in Dundalk to pick up some team gear. We check in with co-owner Bernadette Ruzicka to see what the boom in business is like.

Yolanda Vazquez visits this business to learn all about the "other" read meat.

Speaker, author, and executive Coach Bob Paff joins us to discuss ways to maximize opportunities in this age of instant communication.

The global financial crisis has prompted some policymakers around the world to tighten economic controls, restricting currency and capital, capping interest rates, and imposing import/export licenses.

Governments should be use caution when manipulating the free flow of currency and goods – history shows it can lead to an uptick in black market violence.

Professor Kislaya Prasad at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business recently studied this effect. He talks about his findings in this edition of Smith Business Close-Up.

A Maryland based company that provides IT support to hundreds of car dealerships all across the country is seeing significant growth in their “niche market” business model.

The business of valet parking, from small beginnings to nationwide recognition, how a Maryland based valet company is carving out its place in the parking industry.

Former Baltimore Colt Tom Matte introduces his new project, an interactive experience that includes rare footage, photos, and statistics about NFL legends. A portion of the proceeds go to the Player Care Foundation, which helps retired players.

Should Maryland consumers have a choice on smart meters?

Gayle Becker coaches people through the process of starting and owning a business. Tune in for her tips on Your Money and Business.

New year, new career? 2013 could be the year you get that new job, big promotion or develop as a professional. Set your goals now.

In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, Joyce Russell outlines how to tackle setting some New Year’s resolutions for your career.

They've been in business since 1971, offering customers products that support a healthy lifestyle. And despite competition from the "natural food" superstores, they've managed to survive.

When was the last time you marveled at the uniqueness of a birthday invitation or a cleverly-designed note card? In this "Behind the Biz" Yolanda Vazquez shows us a Baldwin business that creates preppy paperwork for every occasion.