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Are you a startup, investor, or industry expert eager to reshape the future of food and agriculture? The 2024 Grow-NY Food & Ag Summit on November 6-7 at the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center is your chance to connect with global innovators, hear pitches from top startups, and explore the latest industry trends. With a $3M prize on the line and a symposium addressing key challenges, this event has it all. https://lnkd.in/eMzw-Uc8

Dr. Sujatha Ramanujan, Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer at Luminate Accelerator, is the featured expert in Circle Optics, Inc.’ 360 Pulse Magazine (page 18). Get her insights on innovation, commercialization challenges, and the balance between science and business strategy. Read the full feature here: https://lnkd.in/gZyJhcyE

Looking to scale your product manufacturing without costly mistakes? NextCorps' Manufacturing Accelerator offers FREE comprehensive support to guide you from prototype to mass production. Ideal for companies working on advanced materials, medical devices, hardware innovations within National Labs, and any scalable hardware prototypes. Program Benefits: 📈 Access financial assistance through local and state grants, plus potential investors. 🧑💼 Expert guidance to optimize your manufacturing roadmap. 🔗 Connections to vetted manufacturers and supply chain experts committed to supporting startups. 📚 Weekly instructional sessions to strengthen all aspects of your business. Join our virtual info session on October 30 at 1 PM: https://bit.ly/3AuWSqJ Apply by November 5: https://bit.ly/4dnlz7b

🚀 Countdown to Innovation: Luminate Finals 2024! 🚀 In just 2 weeks, startups from Luminate Accelerator will showcase their groundbreaking technologies and compete for a share of $2M in follow-on funding. Don’t miss this chance to: ✨Explore cutting-edge innovations in AI, healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond ✨Cast your vote for the Audience Choice Award and $10K prize ✨Gain insights from a special panel on the ethical use of data in AI ✨Network with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders over drinks ⏳ Seats are limited and filling up fast — register now to attend in person or online: https://lnkd.in/g8a5CEUF

Join For ClimateTech, SecondMuse, NextCorps, and NYSERDA for an innovation showcase at Newlab on Monday, September 23rd during Climate Week NYC! This event will feature the latest climate technology solutions with a full day of pitches, panels, demos, and networking. Come kick off Climate Week with a celebration of climate solutions! Register today to secure your spot: https://lu.ma/FCTShowcase #ClimateTech #ClimateWeekNYC #Sustainability #ForClimateTech #hardware #manufacturing #SecondMuse #NYSERDA #NextCorps

Twenty individuals graduated from NextCorps’ Embark program in August, earning no-code software certifications after six months of training. This workforce development initiative, funded by COMIDA, equips Monroe County residents with the skills to become no-code software developers, positioning them for high-paying careers or entrepreneurial ventures. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkmd5_ae

Looking to scale your product manufacturing without costly missteps? NextCorps' Manufacturing Accelerator offers FREE comprehensive support to help you navigate the complexities of moving from prototype to mass production. It’s ideal for companies working on advanced materials, medical devices, hardware innovations within National Labs, or any scalable hardware prototypes.   Program Benefits Include: •Access to financial assistance through local and state grants, plus potential investors. •Guidance from expert advisors to optimize your manufacturing roadmap. •Connections to vetted manufacturers and supply chain experts committed to supporting startups. •Weekly instructional sessions to strengthen all aspects of your business. The accelerator programming kicks off on Nov. 6. Join our virtual info session on October 30 at 1 PM: https://bit.ly/3AuWSqJ Apply by November 5: https://bit.ly/4dnlz7b