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An Upcoming Startup Breakfast x Invest Blue guest entrepreneur: Lafe Taylor with Frame Me! As Frame Me's CTO, Lafe Taylor leads the charge in transforming video production through AI, streamlining creativity for content creators. Lafe combines his roles as an executive, technologist, and creative professional to develop innovative products that merge storytelling with cutting-edge technology. Lafe’s goal is to craft engaging content and tools that bring meaningful enjoyment to audiences while delivering substantial value to stakeholders. Frame Me is an AI-powered video production platform for businesses that creates high-quality content fast. To check out demos by Lafe and other talented entrepreneurs, register to attend on November 6th 8-10am at DV8 Kitchen East End with the link below: https://lnkd.in/gabR9MQQ Launch Blue, UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, KY Innovation, Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation, Eric Hartman, Raechele Smalls, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Small Business Development Center, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, Keyhorse Capital, Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC)

Upcoming Startup Breakfast x Invest Blue featured entrepreneur: Evan Knowles with Devyze! Evan Knowles is a serial entrepreneur who loves real estate, software, and Kentucky. Evan dropped out of the University of Kentucky to build Fooji and has since started Defiant Capital, LLC, Middle Tech, Symba, and now Devyze. Devyze is where teams and AI collaborate to streamline grant and RFP responses. Started in 2024, Devyze uses the latest AI technology to help government contractors, non-profits, engineering firms and many more win more business. To check out demos by Evan and other talented entrepreneurs, register to attend Startup Breakfast hosted by Invest Blue on November 6th 8-10am at DV8 Kitchen East End with the link below! https://lnkd.in/gabR9MQQ Launch Blue, UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, KY Innovation, Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation, Eric Hartman, Raechele Smalls, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Small Business Development Center, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, Keyhorse Capital, Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC)

I recommend UAccel, Quick Start + I-corps, the program #LaunchBlue was a great learning experience!

Founders and innovators in our pre-seed accelerator program were given an incredible opportunity to listen to words of wisdom from this talented panel of speakers! As experts in the area of investing, their knowledge is powerful to our founders. We are so thankful to work with such impactful and insightful individuals.

📸 Launch Blue had an incredible time at Patent Palooza! We’re so proud to stand alongside our UAccel Quick Start + I-Corps program graduates, showcasing the power of innovation and entrepreneurship here in Kentucky. 🎉 Events like Patent Palooza highlight the strength of Kentucky's innovation ecosystem and connect our talented innovators to essential resources, partners, and opportunities to grow their impact. Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by and supported the journey of our innovators. Here’s to many more milestones! #LaunchBlue #PatentPalooza #Innovation #KentuckyStartups KY Innovation UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, Liz Knapp, Laura Russell-Halligan, Erin Shea, Maame Abena Afrifa, Yuha Jung Suzie Pilon Marcelo Guzman Aron Huckaba Qingjun Wang Liang Luo Deepak Kotiya Dmitry Strakovsky

Building a strong brand identity is essential for effective positioning. To learn more about the strategy behind defining your brand, catch Adam Taylor Brown, brand strategist and design consultant, in Session 2 of Brand Lab. Session 2: Strategy - Define Your Brand is now available on-demand: https://lnkd.in/dq3vRDGg. UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, KY Innovation, Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Small Business Development Center, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, Keyhorse Capital, Invest Blue KY, Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC)

Samuel Awuah is a graduate of Launch Blue's UAccel Quick Start + I-Corps Program! Watch the video below!

On November 6th from 8-10am, Invest Blue will be hosting Startup Breakfast at DV8 Kitchen East End for a morning of connection, inspiration, and innovation. The event will feature demos from three accomplished entrepreneurs from the region: Evan Knowles, Lafe Taylor, and Amanda Ralston, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA. Register at the link below. You won’t want to miss out! https://lnkd.in/gBip_5yf Launch Blue, UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, KY Innovation, Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation, Eric Hartman, Raechele Smalls, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Small Business Development Center, Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, Keyhorse Capital, Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC)

Mark your calendars! November 6th, Invest Blue KY will be hosting Startup Breakfast. Stay tuned for more details!

Congratulations to Dr. Kimberly J. Green, a graduate of our Launch Blue UAccel Quick Start + I-Corps program. Dr. Green is this year's recipient the Inspiring Leader Award, awarded by Appalachian State University. Congrats! Kentucky Commercialization Ventures, Western Kentucky University