Global Venture Labs

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We’re excited to announce that DREAM Venture Labs is sponsoring the 16th New England Venture Summit on December 10-11 at the Hilton Boston/Dedham! This premier conference will bring together leading VCs, top innovators from early-stage and emerging startups, angel investors, and key players in the tech ecosystem. We’re offering an exclusive discount for our community—use the code DREAMVIP to save $450 on registration (valid until November 1st). Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect and learn! 🗓️ Dates: December 10-11, 2024 📍 Location: Hilton Boston/Dedham Register: https://lnkd.in/dqWM4Ng3 Hope to see you there! #VentureSummit #TechConference #Startups #VCs #AngelInvestors #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #TechEcosystem #Networking #EmergingStartups #DREAMVentureLabs #BostonEvents #NewEnglandStartups #InvestorCommunity

🎉 The Weekend Long Hack Startup with Deskhead was a huge success! We saw incredible innovation and are thrilled to announce the winners: 🥇 Kanishkha Jaisankar 🥈Venkat T. 🥉 Jyeshtha Prabhu The participants tackled projects ranging from financial data to LLMs and modern UI frameworks, and the Deskhead team couldn’t be happier with the results. 🚀 We’ll be hosting more Hack Startups soon, where startups and top student talent collaborate to solve real-world challenges. If you’re a startup looking to host your own Startup Hack, where students work on exciting tech projects alongside your team, DM me or fill out this form:

We’re testing a new way of student engagement with startups through weekend-long tech projects, similar to hackathons! Today, I’m excited to announce our partnership with an MIT-based fintech startup called Deskhead. This weekend, ALL CS students and recent grads can apply to tackle a project focused on financial data, LLMs, and the latest UI frameworks and compete for a $750 prize pool and the opportunity to join the Deskhead team! 🕑 You must apply in the next 2 hours by filling out this short form below. The Deskhead team will contact students with the most relevant and unique skills to invite them to collaborate starting today through tomorrow. Participants can choose to work in person at MIT or join online. APPLY: https://lnkd.in/ezyR-gby

🌟 What an incredible Demo Day! 🌟 I’m thrilled to have wrapped up another successful Demo Day with the talented founders from the Global Venture Labs Accelerator. Over the past 10 weeks, these international student entrepreneurs have poured their heart and soul into their startups, and today, they had the chance to showcase their innovative solutions to an engaged audience. From creative pitches to groundbreaking ideas, each founder demonstrated not only their vision but also the resilience and determination it takes to turn ideas into reality. I couldn’t be more proud of what they’ve accomplished! A huge thank you to our mentors, speakers, and everyone who supported these founders along the way. Your guidance and expertise have been invaluable. And to everyone who attended—thank you for your time, your questions, and your support. The journey doesn’t end here; I encourage you to connect with these founders and continue the conversation. Let’s keep this momentum going! If you’re an international founder and want to be part of our next cohort in summer 2025, or if you’re interested in becoming a mentor, speaker, or sponsor, I’d love to connect. Let’s work together to empower the next generation of innovators. #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #GlobalVentureLabs #DemoDay #Innovation #Mentorship #InternationalFounders

🚀 Join Us for the Global Venture Labs Demo Day! 🚀 We are excited to showcase the extraordinary talent of our international student founders at Global Venture Labs! Our Demo Day is a unique opportunity to witness the culmination of months of hard work and innovation. This event will feature 14 diverse teams, each presenting groundbreaking projects across various industries. 🗓 Date: August 15 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 📍 Location: Virtual (Join us from anywhere!) Agenda Highlights: 👋 10:00 AM - 10:05 AM: Welcome & Introduction 🌟 10:05 AM - 11:25 AM: Startup Pitches 💼 11:25 AM - 11:30 AM: Q&A and Networking Featured Startups: Kathalyst 🌟 Ricefield 🚜 Mous Films 🎥 Cuebo 🎤 ACHIEVIT 🏆 Virtualus 🌐 Ade Alli 💼 Saddle Lab 🔬 connectai 🤖 ISTS 🚀 Vocadian 🎶 SingleWell 🩺 Coastal Ocean Roadmap for Africa 🌊 Teamfit Health 💡 Each team will have 5 minutes to pitch their innovative solutions, followed by a brief Q&A session. This is an excellent chance for investors, mentors, and industry professionals to discover new ventures and connect with the next generation of global innovators. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with trailblazing startups and be inspired by the creativity and ingenuity of our talented founders. We look forward to having you join us for a morning of innovation and networking! REGISTER: https://lu.ma/lxa72r5d #GlobalVentureLabs #DemoDay #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #GlobalTalent

🚀 We're thrilled to welcome the Global Venture Labs Summer 2024 Cohort, featuring 20 incredible teams led by international student founders! 🌍🌟 These startups are ready to innovate and make a global impact across various industries. Meet the teams: 💳 FinOptima Solutions, Inc. - Revolutionizing fraud detection and prevention with a focus on synthetic fraud. 🌊 Coastal Ocean Roadmap For Africa - Enhancing disaster risk reduction with real-time forecasting of extreme events. 🎥 Mous Films - Asian filmmakers advancing inclusivity and innovation in storytelling. 🏠 SingleWell - AI-driven platform transforming home relocation with personalized planning and tools. 🏋️ Loong - E-commerce dropshipping for fitness and beauty products. 🌱 GF4U - Connecting sustainable businesses with impact-driven investors. 🗣️ Vocadian - Voice AI for predictive fatigue risk management, ensuring a safer workforce. 🌟 Virtualus - AI life coach and VR experiences promoting inner healing and productivity. 💻 Kathalyst - Helping you understand code you didn't write. 💬 Ricefield - Anonymous confession social media platform. 🔍 Carmage - Analyzing complex requirements for a seamless initial research and recommendation experience. 🛒 connectai - Personalized recommendation engine using graph databases. 💪 Teamfit Health - Providing cash incentives for physical fitness actions. 🐴 Saddle Lab - Custom 3D printed horse saddle trees for a perfect fit. 🧪 ISTS - User-guided ordering system for healthcare labs to reduce pre-analytical errors. 🌐 Vitrine - Democratizing access to opportunities in the creator economy and creating a new investment market. 📱 Finder @ Social - Safe, secure, and fun social media platform with authenticated users. 🚀 ACHIEVIT - The ultimate productivity companion for the ADHD brain. 🤖 Unite4AI - Decentralized platform for transparent, ethical, and sustainable AI solutions. 📊 Cuebo - Transforming sales and customer team efficiency with Gen-AI B2B SaaS solutions. Join us in celebrating these innovative teams as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey this summer! 🌱💡 Let's support their drive to create positive change and impact. #GlobalVentureLabs #Startup #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InternationalFounders #Summer2024 #Cohort #AI #Sustainability #TechForGood

Last Friday, I had the honor of hosting the Global Venture Labs Demo Day, marking a fantastic close to our first cohort's 10-week journey! It was truly inspiring to see 16 incredible startups, led by international student founders, showcase their innovative solutions and the impact they're poised to make. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, the mentors and speakers who provided invaluable guidance, and of course, the startups that pitched. Your support and enthusiasm have genuinely made a difference in the founders' journey. I'd also like to extend a special thanks to our partners at Venture Lane | Startup Hub and Christian Williams from J.P. Morgan for their incredible support and collaboration. For those interested in learning more about these startups or connecting, feel free to DM me and visit our website. And if you're considering applying, our next cohort begins in the summer, and applications are now open. Let's continue to support and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit that makes events like these possible.

🎉 Congratulations to Our First Cohort Graduates! 🚀 We're overflowing with pride as we celebrate the graduates from our inaugural cohort at Global Venture Labs! Witnessing these entrepreneurs evolve their visions into potentially transformative ventures has been nothing short of inspiring. Below, we're excited to share a glimpse into their projects, highlighting the diversity and innovation they bring to our community. Easy Meets: A platform for simplifying group outing planning, incorporating personal preferences and automating personalized plans. cibi: A dining payment and rewards system utilizing CB coin, fostering a consumption cycle within its restaurant network. ParaAI: A rapidly growing AI writing tool with diverse applications, emphasizing quality and user engagement. Buffr: Focused on developing inclusive financial products and services using technology and education for accessibility. Cadence AI: Automates customer support with AI, offering efficient, human-like voice call interactions. Bettre Institute: Offers professional-led courses in a semi-academic setting, emphasizing experiential learning and skill development. Kollegio AI: An AI-powered, affordable college counseling ecosystem for students and schools, aiming to democratize college admissions. SkyReachers: Utilizes AI for setting and achieving SMART life goals, complemented by a community-driven platform. CathovenAI: A widely used language learning software in educational institutions, recognized for its effectiveness in improving writing skills. Taperk: A rewards and analytics platform for merchants and consumers, simplifying the earning and tracking of rewards. Olive Intelligence: Developing AI-based speech and language therapy tools, focused on personalization and nuanced understanding. The Konsol: An adjustable monitor stand designed for workspace ergonomics, supporting various accessories for a clutter-free environment. Commently: Aiming to build a search engine that transforms product information into concise visual reports, simplifying customer research. WiroArt: A platform transforming high-traffic business walls into decentralized galleries, empowering emerging artists. Trident Shield: Provides non-lethal tear gas and pepper spray security systems for ships, ensuring safety in maritime security. ShineQuo: Offers a student success and retention dashboard, integrating academic, social, and emotional well-being factors. RousChef: Developing robotics for cooking automation in homes and restaurants, focusing on efficiency and autonomy. Join us in congratulating these pioneers on their achievements. We look forward to witnessing their continued growth and success in the future. To the graduates: the world is your oyster, and we can't wait to see how you'll shape it! #GlobalVentureLabs #Graduation #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Success

This past Friday, Global Venture Labs celebrated our first Demo Day, marking a significant milestone in our journey of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. We witnessed a fantastic showcase of talent, resilience, and creativity from our latest cohort of startups. The energy and passion in the room were palpable, and the potential for these ventures to impact the world is immense. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and supported this event. Your enthusiasm and engagement make our community stronger and our collective mission possible. It’s a joy to see how far each team has come, and we can’t wait to see where they go from here. 🔗 In the spirit of collaboration and continuous growth, we invite you to join our Global Venture Labs Slack community. It’s a vibrant space where founders, mentors, investors, and enthusiasts come together to share insights, opportunities, and encouragement. Whether you’re looking to connect with like-minded individuals, seeking advice, or offering your expertise, our Slack community is the place to be. 👉 Join us on Slack: https://lnkd.in/gbwp5FiT Let’s continue to support and inspire one another as we push the boundaries of innovation and entrepreneurship. Here’s to the next chapter in our journey together! #GlobalVentureLabs #DemoDay #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Community