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Next week, the Race to Revenue program at the IDEA Center at the University of Notre Dame is set to host a spectacular event showcasing the innovative projects and groundbreaking work of its founders – a dedicated group of student entrepreneurs who have been diligently developing their ideas into viable ventures. This event, called Venture Vibes, will be an opportunity to demonstrate just how much our founders have done over the summer, while also bringing together the university and South Bend communities to celebrate creativity, entrepreneurship, and the spirit of innovation. Date: July 25th at 2:30 pm Location: Studebaker Building The event is designed to provide a platform for the students to present the fruits of their summer efforts. Throughout the season, these innovators have been part of an intensive program that offers mentorship, resources, and a collaborative environment to help transform their ideas into impactful solutions. What to Expect Founder Presentations: Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from the Founders as they pitch. Each presentation will delve into the problem being addressed, the innovative solution proposed, and the founder’s journey from concept to implementation. Networking Opportunities: after pitches, we'll gather in the lobby of the Studebaker Building for a casual Startup Happy Hour. This will bring together a diverse group of individuals, including industry experts, potential investors, and members of the Notre Dame community. This is an excellent opportunity for attendees to network, exchange ideas, and form valuable connections. Food and Drink: Catering will be provided by Frankies’ Tacos along with delicious beverages. We hope you can make it to both the pitches and happy hour, but please select only the programming you know you can attend! Once pitches begin, we will restrict access to avoid disruptions.  Secure your spot now by RSVPing here: https://lnkd.in/gzuQPwfC #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Networking #StartupLife

Do you enter the Den..? Dragons' Den is our bi-annual pitching competition for entrepreneurial students. Semester 2 is home to the second stream of Dragons' Den and applicants should be considering about what your business needs to develop and take the next steps to success 😇 Whether you've got a ground-breaking tech startup or a unique service that people want or need, we want to hear from you. Pitch for a chance to win up to £5,000 (per person/business) to grow your venture! 🚀 There's no limit on winners, so seize this opportunity to get in front of real investors. Hurry, the deadline to submit your application is less than two weeks away - Friday 1st March at midday ⏰ ⁠Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e3Si4wVG #DragonsDen2 #StudentEntrepreneurs #PitchYourIdea #DreamBig

BarCamp is not your typical conference. It’s an open, participatory workshop where YOU set the agenda. Attendees are encouraged to share their knowledge, ideas, and experiences in a relaxed, collaborative environment. There are no spectators at BarCamp – only participants! This year's focus is on building a robust small business and startup ecosystem in Central and West Central Minnesota. We're building a regional community where ideas flourish and founders and friends can connect, learn, and grow. Why Attend? Connect with Local Innovators: Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for business and innovation. Expand your network with other small business owners, startups, and professionals in Central MN. Learn and Share: With sessions ranging from startup funding to digital marketing, you'll find a wealth of knowledge ready to be shared. And if you have a topic you're passionate about, sign up to lead a session! Spark New Ideas: The unstructured format of BarCamp encourages creative thinking and collaboration. Engage in spontaneous discussions that could ignite the next big idea for your business. Be Part of the Community: Central MN is bustling with entrepreneurial spirit. This is your chance to contribute to and benefit from a growing ecosystem that's dedicated to supporting small businesses and startups. Registration is not required, but help us know who’s coming prior to the event https://hubs.la/Q02FCVzq0 #fastlane94barcamp #barcamp #roundhousebrewery

The upcoming Texas Venture Fest, Oct 3rd 2024, hosted by the Kerrville Economic Development Corporation (KEDC), promises an engaging and immersive experience for attendees. The event features a series of Focused Workshops designed to provide practical advice and foster knowledge-sharing among entrepreneurs. These interactive, small-group sessions will cover crucial topics such as 'Building a Scalable Startup in a Small Town,' led by Miles Murray, CEO of Locoal. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive actionable advice from experts who understand the unique dynamics of entrepreneurship. Another workshop, 'Accessing Funding and Resources in Texas,' will bring together a panel of financial experts and investors, including Howard Freeman, Ron Ondechek Jr, Chris Braaten, and Gregg Appel. Attendees can gain personalized insights on funding strategies and challenges through an interactive Q&A session. The final workshop, 'Creating a Strong Founder Network,' will emphasize the importance of networking and building meaningful connections. Successful founders and business leaders, including Elyssa Williams, David A McInnis, Bradley Flume, and Catie Campbell, MS, will share practical insights on cultivating a supportive, growth-oriented network. These workshops are designed to be interactive learning experiences, offering valuable takeaways that attendees can immediately apply to their businesses. By engaging directly with industry experts and peers, participants will gain insights that go beyond the surface, making these sessions a valuable addition to the Texas Venture Fest 2024. #TexasVentureFest2024 #EntrepreneurialSuccess #HandsOnLearning

🚀 Pitch-a-Kid This Saturday🌟 Are you looking for something fun to do with the kiddos? Do you like Shark Tank with a twist? The next Pitch-a-Kid event taking place this Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 10:00 am at the University of Texas, hosted by Texas Venture Labs! We are excited to announce that Nui will be participating! 💜 📆 Get your free tickets here: https://buff.ly/3JzdWgL Pitch-a-Kid is a unique event where real entrepreneurs have the opportunity to pitch their innovative company ideas to an audience of young, sharp-minded judges—kids! 🧒💡 It's like Shark Tank, but with a twist that's both educational and fun. Here's how it works: Kids are the judges, armed with scorecards to evaluate how well entrepreneurs communicate crucial aspects of their businesses, including the business model, value proposition, market research, vision, and team. If it doesn't make sense to a kid, it probably won't make sense to anyone else! 🤔 And free parking for parents! Woohoo! The Pitch-a-Kid event will be held in Crum Auditorium at Robert Rowling Hall (RRH 1.400). The address is 300 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, RRH 1.400, Austin, TX 78712. Texas Venture Labs will gladly validate your parking in any UT parking garage…the nearest UT parking lots are Robert Rowling Hall and AT&T Hotel & Conference Center. Both garage entrances can be found on 20th Street between University Ave. and Guadalupe St. The Dobie garage is NOT a UT garage. We recommend planning 15 minutes to transit from the garage to the classroom, as some find the maze of elevators and hallways confusing. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to witness the future of innovation in action! 🌠 #PitchaKid #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Education #TexasVentureLabs

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📢 #StLouis is part of the largest pitch competition on the planet and we're looking for our top 100 startups. To enter your business, you'll need to submit a 1 min video pitch or a 10-slide pitch deck by April 26: https://lnkd.in/gU9x2pe5 (Video Pitches will be voted on by the community, with the 5 highest voted companies moving to the top 100. Pitch Decks, however, will NOT be made public and will be reviewed by our panel of judges to find the remaining 95 companies) 🎯 If your business operates in the St. Louis Metro and you fit under the 10 high-growth industries, then you are eligible to compete (even if you've already raised equity investment). The top 100 companies will compete in the pitching Semi-Finals this summer, to find our winning 10. Those 10 will all get tickets to the Startup World Cup event in Silicon Valley with 200+ international investors. The St. Louis Champion will take the stage in October in Silicon Valley to compete for the $1 million prize. ☝ But the first step is that you need to enter! Submit your video pitch, pitch deck, or both on the TechSTL website this week: https://lnkd.in/gU9x2pe5 (PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH ST. LOUIS FOUNDERS!!)

There is still time to submit a pitch! #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #pitchyourbiz