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This weekend's game is more than USC vs Michigan. It's a battle of football philosophies. Michigan: Old school and strong. USC: Innovators and quick. Sound familiar? It's like comparing a salary job to entrepreneurship. Michigan takes less risks than USC. But, when USC rolls out a new play, they're off to the races. Same with entrepreneurs. You never know when the next big thing will happen, but when it does, they're ahead of the game. This weekend, watch the different tactics in play, and see which one comes out on top. Is it the classic or the innovator? And which one are you?

Here is a fascinating story. A transformational approach that impacts persons, families, and communities.

On Monday, five University of Connecticut students will pitch their business idea to a virtual audience in hopes of receiving $500, $750, or $1,000 in seed funding! 💡 Get Seeded Pitch Nights offer UConn students a thrilling platform to showcase their bold ideas in front of their peers. Selected teams not only have the chance to win #seedfunding, but also gain mentorship and the opportunity to recruit other students eager to join their ventures. Each team has just five minutes to pitch, followed by a three-minute Q&A where the audience offers feedback and asks questions. 🗣️ By the end of the night, the audience directly decides who takes home the funding! But the excitement doesn't end there — in the spring semester, five teams will be selected to compete at Get Seeded Demo Day, where they can walk away with up to $5,000 to supercharge their idea! RSVP for October's pitch night to watch and cast your vote: https://lu.ma/uusqjkto Apply to pitch your own business idea: https://lnkd.in/evhrVdKE

Always remain a student ✨ I had an incredible experience in Nashville with my Pipeline Entrepreneurial Fellowship Cohort family! We took a deep dive into our financials, engaged in some tough but necessary conversations, and gained valuable insights that will help drive our future growth and goals. Most importantly we learned how to tell our stories through a financial lense. Scaling one day at a time! #ContinuousLearning #PipelineCohort #FinancialGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGoals #Thenextpaige #elainapaige

I'll be there - talking about REAL uses of AI in education, what we are doing in professional development for teachers and in CS classrooms, as well as our use of AI to make educational games. No hype here.

🚀 Exciting News for Michigan's Future! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce that we’re sitting down with Michigan’s Chief Innovation Officer and key leaders from the @MEDC this week to discuss the future of Black and Brown entrepreneurs in the state. 🖤🤝🏾 Our goal is simple: partnership, transparency, and real action that ensures the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Michigan includes us, supports our growth and breaks down barriers to success. This meeting is a crucial step in making Michigan the premier destination for diverse tech talent and businesses. 🌟 To our BTS community—who can’t be in the room today—we need your help. We are here advocating for opportunities for all of us. If you’ve attended a Black Tech Saturday, are a community member, or support our mission, please share this post in solidarity and stand with us today. Your support makes all the difference. We are committed to: 💡 Ensuring that there is transparency and accountability in the steps we take. 💼 Laying out a clear path for investment and resources for our community. 🚀 Securing our place in the vision for Michigan’s economic future. Expect updates and follow-ups—we are just getting started. This is only the beginning of a movement to make Michigan the best place to start and grow a business for EVERYONE! 🏙️💼 Black Tech Saturdays Jonathan Smith Ben Marchionna Johnnie Turnage Alexa Turnage #BuildInTheState #BlackTechSaturdays #MEDC #DiverseEntrepreneurs #InclusiveEconomy #MichiganTech #BIPOCInnovation #TOGETHERWECAN #strongertogether #champions

Looking for a boost of inspiration from the next generation of leaders and business owners? This event will get you there! One of my favorite events Hopeworks throws annually, our Pitch Competition always leaves me feeling really energized. This year, it’ll also be a great place to support local entrepreneurs and get ahead of your holiday shopping at our holiday bazaar! Check out the details below or reach out to me to learn more about the event or Hopeworks Entrepreneurship Program!

Congratulations to our 2024 cohort at Amped Russell Technology Business Incubator! We are thrilled to welcome you to the program and commend your dedication to growing your businesses. Your hard work and commitment to creating a foundation for generational wealth are truly inspiring. We look forward to supporting you on this journey of entrepreneurship and success! #AmpedRTBI #BlackBusiness #LatinxBusiness #GenerationalWealth #Entrepreneurship"

🚀 Exciting News for Michigan's Future! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce that we’re sitting down with Michigan’s Chief Innovation Officer and key leaders from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) this week to discuss the future of Black and Brown entrepreneurs in the state. 🖤🤝🏾 Our goal is simple: partnership, transparency, and real action that ensures the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Michigan includes us, supports our growth and breaks down barriers to success. This meeting is a crucial step in making Michigan the premier destination for diverse tech talent and businesses. 🌟 To our BTS community—who can’t be in the room today—we need your help. We are here advocating for opportunities for all of us. If you’ve attended a Black Tech Saturday, are a community member, or support our mission, please share this post in solidarity and stand with us today. Your support makes all the difference. We are committed to: 💡 Ensuring that there is transparency and accountability in the steps we take. 💼 Laying out a clear path for investment and resources for our community. 🚀 Securing our place in the vision for Michigan’s economic future. Expect updates and follow-ups—we are just getting started. This is only the beginning of a movement to make Michigan the best place to start and grow a business for EVERYONE! 🏙️💼 #BuildInTheState #BlackTechSaturdays #MEDC #DiverseEntrepreneurs #InclusiveEconomy #MichiganTech #BIPOCInnovation #TOGETHERWECAN #strongertogether #champions