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🚀 Portfolio Spotlight: Smply 🌟 What’s Exciting: Smply is transforming interior design with an intuitive platform that makes it easy for anyone to create beautiful spaces. Users can manage budgets, save design ideas, and get AI-powered style recommendations, all while accessing professional designers for personalized support—bringing expert-level design to everyone. 🏆 Achievements: Smply’s innovative platform has attracted significant early interest, with a 2,600-person waitlist, demonstrating strong market demand for a solution that blends AI with expert guidance. 📈 Market Outlook: Smply is targeting the $150 billion global interior design market, particularly the fast-growing virtual design services segment. Additionally, with the $400 billion DIY home improvement market in play, Smply is well-positioned to capture a wide and expanding audience. 👥 The Team: Led by Jasmine C. (Founder & CEO), who brings a strong blend of industry knowledge and leadership, Smply is poised to make interior design more accessible, efficient, and personalized through cutting-edge AI technology. 💡 Call to Action: As Smply prepares for launch, they are focused on scaling, driving user engagement, and building strategic partnerships. If you can support their growth, particularly in scaling operations or connecting with industry partners, reach out to Jasmine C. directly.

🚀 Portfolio Spotlight: Pocmi, Inc. | A Techstars Portfolio Company 🌟 What’s Exciting: Pocmi is transforming global labor migration with a groundbreaking SaaS marketplace that integrates selection, relocation, and cultural immersion on a single platform. By simplifying the process for companies to hire international talent, Pocmi is addressing the rising demand for diverse, skilled professionals in the global workforce. 🏆 Achievements: -Successfully conducted beta tests with 20 companies, including international recruitment firms -Generated $80,000 ARR and onboarded 2,000 candidates in just two weeks -Recognized by the Government Blockchain Association and notable innovation programs 📈 Market Outlook: With a global labor shortage of 85 million professionals leading to $8.5 trillion in lost revenue, Pocmi is poised to bridge the gap between companies and the 420 million professionals migrating annually. This massive opportunity underlines our bullish outlook on their growth potential. 👥 The Team: Led by Melissa Powell(CEO), with deep expertise in international recruitment and migration, Daynier Brown (CTO), a seasoned tech expert, and Jeffrey Sherow (CPO), a former Accenture partner, the team brings the right blend of leadership, technical know-how, and product development experience to tackle global labor migration challenges. 💡 Call to Action: Pocmi is seeking connections to decision-makers at potential customer organizations for product validation. They are also looking for a growth marketer specializing in digital advertising to drive sign-ups, aiming for 10,000 new candidates. Reach out to @Melissa Powell directly if you can assist.

🚀 Portfolio Spotlight: Marble 🌟 What’s Exciting: Marble uses AI and machine learning to revolutionize contract drafting, legal analysis, and client engagement for small firms and solo practitioners. By offering state-specific legal information and AI-driven lead generation, Marble helps legal professionals streamline operations, allowing them to focus on growing their business while providing exceptional services. 🏆 Key Achievements: -Secured funding from early-stage investors and angels -Developing an AI-powered marketplace connecting individuals and small businesses with qualified attorneys -Their MVP is on track for a soft launch to gather feedback from early adopters 📈 Market Outlook: The $23.45 billion legal tech market is projected to nearly double by 2030, offering Marble a prime opportunity to target solo practitioners and consumers seeking legal information. As AI adoption in legal services accelerates, Marble’s approach has clear differentiation from traditional players like LegalZoom and RocketLawyer. 👥 The Team: Addison Smith (CEO) and George Thomas bring deep legal expertise, with Addison’s AM Law 100 experience and George’s successful track record in building a $1.7M practice. Their complementary skills uniquely position them to tackle the inefficiencies of small legal practices. 💡 Call to Action: Marble is actively seeking a CTO with expertise in AI/ML and UI/UX to bring their vision to life. They’re also looking for strategic mentorship to refine their go-to-market strategy across legal verticals. Interested in helping? Connect with Addison at addison@marblels.com.

We’re so excited for you to meet our founders next week at the Techstars Atlanta and New Orleans Powered by J.P. Morgan 2024 Demo Day. WHEN? November 13th 2024 WHERE? New York City WHO? 21 innovative startups changing the future of #commercetech, #consumerbrands, #consumerplatforms and the #creatoreconomy. RSVP for details - https://lu.ma/1mydjpc4 #techstars #vc #startup #fundraising #preseed

Smiles, ideas, and a whole lot of ambition. These startups are ready to disrupt industries and build the future. First stop, Atlanta Retreat. Next stop, Demo Day. We’re just getting started! 😄🔥 Techstars the largest pre seed investor 🚀

Watching the magic happen. From visionary pitches to insightful feedback, this cohort is proving they’re ready to take on the world! 🌍✨ Techstars the largest pre seed investor 🚀

🚀 Portfolio Spotlight: Tressed 🌟 What’s Exciting: Tressed is redefining the hair extension and wig shopping experience through cutting-edge technology and a vertically integrated business model. Their virtual try-on tool lets customers easily find their perfect fit from home, while in-store options provide personalized service. Tressed also goes the extra mile by supporting cancer and alopecia patients with prescription and insurance claims, combining innovation with care. 🏆 Achievements: Tressed has generated $482,385 in revenue, serving 3,000+ customers across two locations. By leveraging their tech-enabled retail experience, they offer high-quality, custom-fit wigs and extensions at affordable prices—setting a new standard in the industry. 📈 Market Outlook: Targeting the $5 billion hair extension market, which is expected to grow to $10.78 billion by 2032, Tressed is well-positioned to capture market share. Competitors like Parfait and Mayvenn exist, but Tressed stands out with a seamless blend of technology and affordability, meeting the rising demand for inclusive beauty solutions. 👥 The Team: Led by Shanise Thomason, a seasoned entrepreneur with deep industry experience, Tressed is powered by a leadership team that understands both the business and the transformative potential of technology in beauty. 💡 Call to Action: Tressed is currently seeking: -Investors for their pre-seed round -A CTO or skilled dev team -Mentorship on scaling and profitability

Jumping into success—literally! One of our fearless founders taking a moment to celebrate the journey so far with style and energy. This is what #EntrepreneurLife looks like! 🎉💼 Techstars the largest pre seed investor 🚀

Focused, driven, and ready to take on the world. Here’s a glimpse into the journey of one of our incredible founders. The future looks bright! ✨ Techstars the largest pre seed investor 🚀

Big thanks to COhatch & Paulika Ran & Richard Hunter for hosting Techstars Atlanta and New Orleans Powered by J.P. Morgan during our founders retreat this September! Their beautiful, locally-inspired spaces made for the perfect backdrop for collaboration and innovation. We appreciate the warm hospitality and can't wait to rent a space in one of your other locations! #techstars #Entrepreneurship #betterforfounders #VentureCapital #StartupSupport #Innovation #StartupSuccess