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🚀 Don’t miss a powerful conversation on opening night about Unleashing the Power of Innovation Ecosystems, presented by TD. Speakers include Rizwan Khalfan from TD, Jordan Jacobs from Radical Ventures, and Mara Lederman from Signal 1 . Whether you're an #entrepreneur, executive or innovator, this talk will help you uncover the key strategies for cultivating and sustaining a powerful innovation mindset and tap into the full potential of the #innovation ecosystem. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpGme5dY #ElevateFest2024

At least some of us know that “hardware is hard” when it comes to business development and being successful with high tech solutions. It takes time and it is challenging to succeed. However, I really love and enjoy when learnings from such tech business development are backed with some great facts – Thanks to Norlase for sharing your key learnings worth sharing with others:       Learning 1:  We were wildly optimistic about time-to-market - In reality, reaching our first real product launch took almost 6 years and several strategic and technological breakthroughs.   Learning 2: Once we were on the market, we were actually NOT optimistic enough (regarding growth in sales) PS: I still remenber the great times with Peter M. W. Skovgaard in the optical lab at GIGA/Intel almost 25 years ago - Hardware is still great but we tried hard and learned a lot - great to see it is being used at Norlase :-)

🔥 Get Ready for the FireSide Chat at #InnoPower2024! 🔥 We’re thrilled to announce that Cordero Barkley, Partner at TitletownTech, will be leading an exciting discussion at the 2024 INNOPOWER MINORITY BUSINESS WEEK @ RALLY Conference! He’ll be sharing his insights on the topic: "Crossover Moves: Translating Sports Success into the Startup Ecosystem." Why You Need to Be There: 🎤 Engaging Conversation: The chat will be moderated by none other than Eddie Gill, Financial Adviser at Invst, ensuring a dynamic and insightful conversation. 🏀 Learn from the Best: Discover how the strategies and discipline from the sports world can be applied to succeed in the startup ecosystem. 🚀 Exclusive Insights: Cordero will share actionable tips on how to leverage athletic success into entrepreneurial ventures, making this a must-attend for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a sports enthusiast, or just looking to gain a competitive edge in business, this session is packed with valuable takeaways! 🗓️ Event Date: August 28th, 2024 📍 Location: #Indianapolis, IN 🔗 Click the link to be part of this event: www.imbw.org Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn how to turn your passion into profit! 🏀💼 #InnoPower2024 #InnoPowerMinorityBusinessWeek #IMBW #Rally #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #StartupSuccess #SportsBusiness #IndianapolisEvents #Indy

⏰ 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 = 𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧! ⏰ This is it – your last chance to apply for the nextGEM Pitching Competition at Ghent Slush’D 2024! 🚀 Applications close at 12AM sharp, so don’t miss your opportunity to pitch in front of top investors and industry leaders. Ready to take the stage? Apply now before time runs out! ⏳ Link in the comments to secure your spot! 🔗 #GhentSlushD #PitchingCompetition #pitching #StartupLife #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

Small, curated events - that's the way to go! The connections you make are so much more meaningful and the discussions more to the subject! Yesterday’s panel (moderated by the "always sharp" Laurent Span), with friend Crystelle Desnoyer (thanks for the shoutout), Andrew Hoag, and the brutally honest ("not holding his punches") wilson kriegel, was just what majority of founders need! The conversation was deep - no fluff, just genuine insights. Larger conferences have their place, but if you’re looking for real connections, smaller panels are where the real opportunities happen. #Founders #Networking #CuratedEvents #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #NYCtech

Last week, we began our inaugural Female Founders Program! 💪🎉 We'll be posting more about the founders, the diverse and downright impressive expertise they bring to this cohort, and more on what they're up to in the coming weeks. Led by Katrina Van De Ven MBA, GAICD and supported by a team of expert Entrepreneurs in Residence (Sophie Rankine, Victoria Romeo, Sarah Q.) this cohort is DEFINITELY one to watch 👀 but don't worry, we'll keep you in the loop! 🔵🔵🔵 Keen to grow your startup idea but missed out on this cohort? Not to worry! Applications for our next Pre-Accelerator program, which will be business agnostic and open to all, will open in early 2025. To receive a reminder when applications open, head to the Pre-Accelerator link in the comments and fill out your EOI today 🤓#preaccelerator #entrepreneurship #innovation

🚀 Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? 🚀 As an Active Seeker, you’re driven, passionate, and determined to succeed. At Prepare 4 VC, we’re here to help you accelerate your path to success with our Breakthrough Accelerator Program. Gain access to: ✅ Intensive mentorship ✅ Exclusive resources ✅ Pitch Practice Sessions ✅ Pitch Events with potential investors ✅ Tailored Networking Events Don’t just take steps; make leaps towards your entrepreneurial goals! 👉 Check https://zurl.co/aD3A to learn more and apply for the Breakthrough Accelerator Program today! #Prepare4VC #Entrepreneurship #ActiveSeeker #StartupJourney #BreakthroughAccelerator #StartupSupport #PitchPractice #NetworkingEvents #TurnVisionIntoReality

This week, Jonathan Berte, the founder of Robovision, share the story behind the company’s origins. In a candid fireside chat, Jonathan walked us through the early days—the ups, the downs, and the pivotal moments that shaped Robovision into what it is today. 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲? 🌱 Understanding a company’s journey—its challenges, triumphs, and values—helps employees align with the mission and vision. It provides context to the culture and innovation that drive the business forward. For customers and partners, it builds trust. When people know the story behind a brand, it humanizes the business, fostering deeper connections and long-term loyalty. As we continue to grow 🚀 , knowing where we came from keeps us grounded and inspires us to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Jonathan’s story isn’t just about the past—it’s a reminder of the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels our future 🔮 . & so Radio Robovision was born! 📻 🐣 #FounderStory #Entrepreneurship #CompanyCulture #GrowthMindset #Robovision

Pitching is make or break. In the thick of the pandemic, I pitched daily over Zoom to potential investors. Grouping together different investor profiles maximised my time and sharpened my pitch to resonate across diverse interests. Every time I pitched, I gained new intel into how to sharpen my delivery. Sessions about pitching are still the top performing on InPeak. Simply because Founders know it's crucial to master this art to open the right doors. We're having a session today about this very topic and how to maximize your appeal to investors. I'll post the link in the comments so you can join! #StartupFunding #InvestorPitch #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy #InPeak

Pitch Perfect: Maximizing Your Appeal to Investors is Today! Sign up to join Aravinda Seshadri (she/her) and Michael S. Young on mastering the art of pitching and crafting strategies that make your startup irresistible to investors. 💡 They'll cover everything from distinguishing a good idea from a great one to the intricacies of team building and legal preparedness—elements that significantly elevate your pitch. #StartupFunding #InvestorPitch #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy #InPeak