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With over 230,800 tech workers, representing 6.9% of the workforce, and home to 9,100 tech-related firms, including more than 1,000 venture-backed startups, the city of Houston's tech ecosystem is thriving like never before. In 2022 alone, these startups have attracted $1.95 billion in funding, signaling a robust and growing investment in our city's future. The Greater Houston area's transformation is powered by a diverse innovation ecosystem, spanning technology, life sciences, and aerospace. The city's innovation corridor, enriched by over 80 startup development organizations (SDOs), including incubators, accelerators, and academic institutions, underpins this growth. Institutions like Rice University and the University of Houston lead the charge, fostering cutting-edge technologies and business growth through initiatives like Rice Nexus within the Ion, aiming to bridge university innovation with real-world applications. As Houston business leaders, we stand at the cusp of an unparalleled opportunity. Our city's dynamic tech and innovation landscape is a testament to our collective resilience and ingenuity and a clarion call for continued investment, collaboration, and support. Let's embrace this moment to further fuel Houston's growth as a global innovation powerhouse. How are you or your organization contributing to this vibrant ecosystem? Share your stories, and let's celebrate Houston's remarkable journey together. #Houston #Innovation #BusinessLeadership

The 2024 MFF Emerging Talent Program is now accepting applications! If you're an underrepresented University undergrad or training program student that wants to learn more about - and intern with - Michigan startups, this is for you! Come seize the opportunity to elevate your professional skills, expand your network, and dive into Michigan's dynamic startup ecosystem. Applications are open until February 11th. You can learn more and apply at the link in the comments. #DiversityInTech #michigan #startups

The 2024 MFF Emerging Talent Program is now accepting applications! If you're an underrepresented University undergrad or training program student that wants to learn more about - and intern with - Michigan startups, this is for you! Come seize the opportunity to elevate your professional skills, expand your network, and dive into Michigan's dynamic startup ecosystem. Applications are open until February 11th.  You can learn more and apply at the link in the comments. #DiversityInTech #michigan #startups

👋 Join us in warmly welcoming the newest Venture Scouts at First Momentum Ventures! This month, we onboarded a select group of accomplished founders, startup professionals, and students who have honed their skills at top-tier companies such as Microsoft, CERN, remberg, EY, Procter & Gamble, AutoScout24, and others. Our Venture Scouts not only tell us about emerging startups in the Deep Tech and B2B Tech sectors but also generously share their technical knowledge with the community and provide valuable support to our portfolio companies. This month's cohort exemplifies this spirit, with diverse backgrounds and expertise spanning Physics, Computer Science, Product Management, and Biotech. If you are eager to discover the next wave of successful Deep Tech startups in Europe and are interested in joining our team as a Venture Scout, apply here: 2ly.link/1vk2M 👩💻. Rico Chandra, Lilly M. Dobreva, Paul-Christoph Altunay, Enrico Lutz, Felix Schmidt, Kishore Ramesh kumar #firstmomentum #venturecapital #venturescouts #computerscience #engineering #phd #vcjobs #founders #deeptech #industrytech #studentjobs #startupjobs

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🧬 Calling all early-stage biotech startup teams! The 2048 Ventures Biotech Studio is your opportunity to build your groundbreaking innovation. Apply here 2048.vc/apply_bio_studio Apply by March 20th to be a part of the Spring 2024 2048 Ventures Biotech Studio. We work with no more than 4 startups at a time so this is a HIGHLY SELECTIVE opportunity! Why work with 2048 Ventures? ✅ Personalized 1-1 mentorship from industry experts and our founders. ✅ An extended 256-day program to ensure your success. ✅ Tailored support for Biotech startups, from tech spin-outs to market entry. ✅ Access to our thriving founder community and resources. ✅ World-class fundraising assistance – we wrote the book on it! ✅ No common stock, no gimmicks – just $250K for 8% equity. 🧬🚀 If you're a scientist or entrepreneur passionate about Biotech, apply now! We're excited to help you shape the future. #Biotech #Innovation #StartupSupport #Founders Learn more: 2048.vc/bio_studio

Pitch Applications for Venture Atlanta Conference are now open! ✍ Who Should Apply? - Tech Companies  - From the Southeast (as far west as Texas, as far north as D.C.) - In any startup stage (seed stage to growth stage) There’s no reason NOT to! - It’s free - There’s truly no downside to applying.  - Valuable exposure JUST from applying - Our recruiting and screening committee is comprised of dozens of investors. Your application will serve as an intro to your company before the conference even starts! - It’s an important exercise - The questions we ask in our application make you truly think about the direction and future of your company. It’s something all founders should be doing. Benefits If Selected - Free tickets to the conference - Early and growth-stage companies (and 10 seed-stage companies) will get to pitch on stage in front of hundreds of investors - An invite to our exclusive Investor Dinner (the best networking event of the year) - Early access to the investor registration list and mobile app (a great way to make the most of the conference is to set up meetings ahead of time with the firms you want to meet while you’re there) - One-on-one coaching and mentorship  - Ongoing social media coverage - Year-round networking with access to our alumni events 🗓 DEADLINE: 8/2 https://lnkd.in/gVeCYRXz . . . Dan Roselli Allyson Eman Joey Womack Larry McHugh #venture #atlanta #founders #pitch #startup #startupfounder #tech #innovation #VC

🌍 🚀 I am really excited to announce that we are joining forces with Mark Kuhillow and the wider Trimontium.io team as part of our efforts to foster a united ecosystem that supports venture-scale startups, emphasising founder-focused programs and early-stage support. Trimontium.io is crafted by founders for founders, empowering scale-ups and their investors with a comprehensive post-money growth playbook, aimed at driving success in the tech ecosystem. The are a key supporter in our Wired for Growth project Why Trimontium? Trimontium’s founding team brings a wealth of experience with 9 tech exits and 2 IPOs, providing them with unique insights into the essential metrics that help founding teams navigate their growth journey. Their platform, Trimetrics, leverages AI to deliver fast, accurate, and actionable insights, allowing scale-ups to maintain strategic alignment without the fundraising distraction. What is Wired for Growth: Our Vision is that the North-West is poised for global tech stardom, with top-tier universities, diverse talent, and a dynamic startup scene. Yet, despite these advantages, we see that the full potential of our great region remains untapped. 🤝 Key Actions for a Thriving Tech Ecosystem: Collaboration: Foster a united ecosystem that supports venture-scale startups, emphasising founder-focused programs and early-stage support. Founder Success: Craft an environment that addresses the specific needs and challenges of founders, boosting the success rates of local businesses. Capital Access and Education: Enhance funding transparency and education to mitigate common pitfalls and foster a culture of investment recycling within our economy. Please reach out if you would like to get involved….. #WiredForGrowth #TechInnovation #ManchesterTech #ScaleUpSuccess #Trimontium

World class startups require a unique breed of engineers… We don’t discover elite engineers by searching where others do. The trick is identifying skill in surprising places - side ventures, nontraditional career paths, and asking beyond surface level questions to see who have a chip on their shoulder and who doesn’t. Finding builders driven by impact and passion for their craft is what matters. Locating the standout 1% separates the great engineering teams from the just ok ones. And to build a global startup, ok isn’t good enough.

📣 Today we announce another #rockstar jury member, Lisa Brouwer, a growth hacker and VC superstar. We can’t wait to see which startup Lisa thinks has the most potential for the Draper's Silicon Spring Pitch Prize. At Curiosity VC, Lisa invests in ambitious founders who are building the next generation of AI software. It is a community-powered venture capital firm, focused on early-stage investments. Are you bold enough to pitch to Lisa and the other jury members? 💪 We think you are! 🎟️ Apply today and the golden ticket may be within your grasp. Let’s look at the prize package. It includes: 🦸♀️ Draper University Hero Training, including eight modules, numerous speaker sessions, workshops and team activities 🛏️ Accommodations and co-working space in San Mateo 💸 Connections with legendary American VC Tim Draper and his amazing network of investors 🎙️ Countless opportunities to pitch your startup ✅ Priceless connections with other global innovators, Silicon Valley expert startup founders and potential partners Here are the dates you need to know: April 25th - Deadline for application (pitch deck + motivation letter) May 2nd - Finalists will be announced May 13th - Final pitching event on High Tech Campus Eindhoven But there's only 1️⃣ more week left to apply. The deadline is April 25th. Get your application in today! For more information on eligibility and how to apply to the competition 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_iD38vj Andy, Sven, Dagmar, Sabine, Thomas, Meron, Federico, Pim, Henk, Jorge #herotraining #innovation #impactstartups #goodthingsarecoming