Amplify Startups

✨ We are excited to welcome two new additions to the Amplify team! ✨ Laura Kenning has a diverse background in operations support for start-ups, membership associations, and defense contractors. Her leadership has spanned across multiple industries, driving success through adaptability and expertise in project support. Laura holds a BA in Journalism from the University of Kentucky and an MA in International Relations from the University of Oklahoma. She is thrilled to be back home in the Bluegrass after moving around the world with her Air Force family. Matthew Anokhin is a Finance major at the University of Louisville and currently working as a special projects intern with Amplify. He is passionate about finding innovative ways to extrapolate data and using analytical skills to make a meaningful impact. With his work at Amplify, he hopes to support our mission to empower Greater Louisville’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, helping local startups reach new heights.

Join us at Venture Connectors for an enlightening panel discussion on innovation in Kentucky’s emerging medicinal cannabis industry. As our state prepares to legalize medicinal cannabis, we’ll bring together experts from clinical, cultivation, and retail perspectives to discuss what lies ahead. This event promises insights on the healthcare impact, cultivation innovations, and evolving business strategies shaping the medicinal cannabis landscape. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about Kentucky’s future in this industry, this is your opportunity to learn from those who are paving the way. https://bit.ly/4b47l9W Louis Kelmanson | Chrystal Kelmanson | David Wicking | Jim Higdon

GoodMaps CEO Theresa Reno-Weber recently participated as a panelist at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 in Dubai. #amplifystartupwins 🌟 During the conference, GoodMaps and 4 other KY companies including Kentucky AgriTech & BrainSTEM University, Fetal Life & Samiteon, RiteBridge, and Square1 Technologies, were able to connect with government and business leaders.

Amplify's Larry Horn has joined the InBIA Board. InBIA, International Business Innovation Association, is a global community of entrepreneur support and entrepreneurship ecosystem-building practitioners. The 16-member governing body is charged with setting strategic direction and ensuring resources to achieve the organization’s mission of empowering entrepreneur support organizations by creating an impactful community through comprehensive resources, training, and thought leadership. READ PRESS RELEASE: https://bit.ly/4hn6Dsa

Find more details on all upcoming events here: amplifystartups.com/events

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Join Endeavor for a celebratory evening to highlight and revel in the success of high-impact entrepreneurs.  Drinks and heavy snacks/apps will be provided with the purchase of your ticket. Dress code is business/entrepreneur casual. REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/486rwDK

Mark Wednesday, November 6th on your calendar for the next Venture Connectors! As our state prepares to legalize medicinal cannabis, we’ll bring together experts from clinical, cultivation, and retail perspectives to discuss what lies ahead. This event promises insights on the healthcare impact, cultivation innovations, and evolving business strategies shaping the medicinal cannabis landscape. Registration Is Now Open! www.ventureconnectors.org

The deadline to apply for Techstars is November 20. Apply here: https://bit.ly/40ojowH

Happy Monday! Let's get it started right! amplifystartups.com/events