The Columbia Mom Verified
A Mom-Approved Local Business List
Connecting Howard County Moms and Families to the Best Local Businesses Since 2025
The TCM Verified Difference
With Us… Business is Personal
All TCM Verified businesses not only surpass all expectations of a modern business: a good website, solid social media, and great reviews, but they also go the extra mile…
With video interviews, you meet the people behind the goods and services, so you can make the best buying decision for your family.
The HOCO Community-First Guarantee
TCM Verified is not pay-to-play.
We refuse to compromise our standards. You and your family's trust comes first. That is why every single business must meet and uphold our proprietary TCM Verified Standards.
The Verification Process
To earn TCM Verified status, businesses go through a five-point verification process designed to prioritize what matters most to Howard County families.
Only businesses that meet our standards of professionalism, quality, and a personal touch are invited to become part of the TCM Verified Directory.
1) STANDARDS
We review each business’s website and social media to ensure they’re present, up to date, and professional.
2) REVIEWS
We check that each business has at least 10 public reviews with an average rating of 4.0 star (80% or higher)
3) CREDENTIALS
We verify any legally required business or trade licenses so you don’t have to wonder whether they’re legit.
4) INTERVIEW
Every business submits a short video interview with the owner or local manager.
5) APPROVAL
Verified businesses pay a fee for research, platform improvements, and annual listing maintenance.
