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NYC founders - Pitch event for early stage founders happening this Monday, where you'll get to pitch Sherveen Mashayekhi and Jenny Fielding (Mg. Partner @ Everywhere Ventures, prev. MD @ Techstars NYC) and get invaluable feedback. (Invite text is from Sherveen Mashayekhi with permission to share) If you were with us last week for the early stage venture event, then you know how awesome the founder pitching + feedback was for the last half of that event. That's why Monday is a dedicated pitch event for seed and pre-seed founders. Jenny won't write anyone a check on the spot, but it's a chance to have her full attention in front of a room of supportive founders. Approved founders get 1 minute to concisely pitch their startup. Then, Jenny and Sherveen will deliver brutally honest feedback about the pitch and the concept itself. No need to prepare. This is about the pitch that already lives in your heart, head, and throat. It's practice, refinement, and a pitch to a check-writing VC. If you're an early stage founder in NYC, you cannot miss this opportunity. Sign up to pitch here. https://lnkd.in/gJngyuNd

🎉 The Weekend Hack Startups event with Deskhead, organized by Vylero, was a massive success! We saw incredible innovation and are excited to announce the winners: 🥇 Kanishkha Jaisankar 🥈 Venkat T. 🥉 Jyeshtha Prabhu Participants tackled cutting-edge projects, from financial data to LLMs and modern UI frameworks, and the Deskhead team was thrilled with the results. 🚀 At Vylero, our mission is to change the way the world values talent. We believe that it's not just about resumes and applications, but about actual skills, talent, and motivation. Through our Hack Startups events, we’re creating opportunities for top students to showcase their abilities and collaborate with startups on real-world challenges. If your startup is interested in partnering with us to host a Hack Startups event, DM us or fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/ewuXBC8G If you're a student and want to get invited to future Hack Startups events, fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/e5-JqG46

The sports venture ecosystem is booming! New startups, huge growth verticals and emerging leagues. Knowing how to navigate it all takes a tremendous amount of first had experience and industry knowledge. Why it's important is because founder and investors want to know where to look for deals, capital availability and outsized returns. We have really carved out a unique swim lane at Champion Venture Partners. -We don't do startups. We invest in growth stage companies, post product market fit and ready to scale. -If you can't have some control in the outcome then you are just gambling. This is exactly why (just like other huge firms deploy KPMG or similar) we deploy a Sports Mgmt Co, lead by Kyle Auffray, to jump into the fray and add value, -We bring on the best talent in the industry that these companies couldn't normally afford. -We let retail investors play right alongside the big hitters in sports deals they only dream they could play in -Liquidity points that are unheard of in this space and a secondaries trading platform We know how to navigate it all and do a damn good job being experts in our industry. So if you are a growth stage founder, jump in here: https://lnkd.in/gQ-3DhQ9 If you are an investor want to know where to look, just reach out!

Are buzzwords like #FOAK and #catalytic #capital dominating all your meetings, webinars, even coffee breaks? Feeling like you need subtitles to keep up? This summer, I pulled together a list of resources on catalytic capital for tough tech climate startups. If you’re a founder, advisor, or investor, this might help you navigate the climate funding maze. This list is live and growing—drop suggestions for additional resources in the comments or shoot me a message! 📎 https://lnkd.in/eSr53v2U #ClimateTech #CatalyticCapital #StartupSupport

Interested in rooting your startup in the fertile innovation ecosystem of Estonia? Come right in! EIS in collaboration with Tenity and Beamline Accelerator is kicking of the Emerge Estonia market access program for foreign founders. This initiative is designed to supercharge entrepreneurs with support from Estonia’s thriving startup ecosystem. Early-stage companies regardless of stage can benefit from our soft landing program, providing access to 1-1 mentoring, business development support, capital connections, and key contacts needed to elevate your business 💼💡. Want to be part of a thriving innovation hub where decision-makers are just a phone call away? Turn your vision into reality because applications are open now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g2-PpZkH Apply if you are looking for: 👉 Ecosystem: Enhanced access to local VC funds and business angels 👉 Test Bed Potential: Use Estonia's established and successful startup ecosystem as a unique test bed for your innovation, leveraging the the world's most advanced fintech infrastructure as well as regulatory enablement by Accelerate Estonia 👉 Ecosystem Integration: Comprehensive 1-1 support and resources for successful integration into Estonia's startup ecosystem (fellow entrepreneurs, decision.makers, mentors, and prospective clients). Find out more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gwbVGiMR

In preparation for my next article, I would like to know what you would like to know regarding clarifying how you communicate and sell your product vision, or business vision.

Thrilled to celebrate Augie Studio and co-founders Jeremy Toeman, JT White, and Scott Havird on the launch of their app, “Augie,” now featured as a spotlight app on TikTok for Business's new App Center! Augie Studio is transforming the landscape of video production by harnessing cutting-edge generative AI to empower marketers and advertisers to streamline their workflow and easily create high-quality videos. What traditionally required a large team, extensive editing, and a substantial budget is now achievable with ease, even for those with minimal technical expertise. If you're a marketer in my network, I can't recommend trying this tool highly enough. https://lnkd.in/gTaHXXBD #venturecapital #startups #founders #entrepreneurship #companybuilding

Hey Indy! Did you know that Indianapolis is becoming a hotspot for innovative app development? From startups to established tech firms, the Circle City is buzzing with creativity and tech talent. Whether you're a developer or just love cool apps, what's your favorite app developed locally? Share in the comments! Let's celebrate our city's tech scene together! 🚀 #IndyTech #AppDevelopment #InnovationInIndy #Infotyke

🚀 Spotlight on Upstart Alpha: Empowering Alaska's Next Big Ideas! 🚀 - Learn more and apply below! We're proud to support Upstart Alpha, a program that's all about turning innovative ideas into successful businesses. Some of Alaska's standout startups—like Finn, AK Quality Screens, and Hey Bear!—started their journey with Upstart Alpha, and now they're looking for the next wave of entrepreneurial talent. What makes Upstart Alpha special? $1800 Stipend: Entrepreneurs receive financial support to focus on building their business—no strings attached. Strong Network: Access to industry experts, mentors, and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. Proven Success: A track record of helping startups grow and thrive in Alaska and beyond. If you know someone with a groundbreaking idea, point them toward Upstart Alpha! Let's continue to support our local innovators and help them build something amazing!

🌍🌱 Attention ClimateTech Founders! 🌱🌍 Are you ready to propel your ClimateTech solution into the spotlight? Pitch for Climate at Climate Founders Week is the perfect stage for you! Join us and our co-host, 1014 - space for ideas, on November 7th to showcase your innovation to top-tier investors and climate champions. 🚀 Why Pitch for Climate? - Investor Exposure: Connect with investors from VC giants like World Fund, Elemental Impact, Techstars and more - Pitch & Q&A: You’ll have 3 minutes to pitch and 2 minutes for Q&A, with breakout sessions for a deeper dive into your solution. - Expand Your Network: Gain visibility in the ClimateTech community and make connections that can accelerate your growth! Event Details: 📅 Date: November 7th, 2023 (Virtual) 🔎 Who: ClimateTech & Impact startups (Pre-seed and beyond; Software, Deep Tech, Hardware & Materials)   🕑 Pitch Format: 3-minute pitch + 2-minute Q&A   💬 Bonus: Join breakout sessions for personalised feedback from our expert judges! 🔔 The deadline for your submission is 15th October at 12pm (BST) Take this chance to make a meaningful impact and grow your venture. Apply now to secure your spot at Pitch for Climate! 🌍💡 👉 Submit your application here: https://lnkd.in/gxUb6DX6 #PitchforClimate #ClimateFoundersWeek #CFW24 #ClimateInnovation #ClimateFounders #ImpactFounders #Sustainability #Climate