Venture Well

APRIL 9, 2019

The post Innovator Spotlight: Maricely Ramirez Hernandez of Burnflex appeared first on VentureWell. Maricely Ramirez Hernandez of E-Team Burnflex has changed how she thinks about inventing by first considering customer pain points.

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Venture Well

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

The post Faculty Spotlight: Julie Messing from Kent State University appeared first on VentureWell. Julie Messing from Kent State University is working to help all students, regardless of discipline, gain an entrepreneurial mindset.

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Venture Well

JUNE 25, 2019

The post Faculty Spotlight: Nordica MacCarty from Oregon State University appeared first on VentureWell. Nordica MacCarty from Oregon State University is helping students invent sustainable household energy systems for developing communities. .

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Venture Well

JUNE 18, 2019

Our Innovator Spotlight series explores how inventor-entrepreneurs in our network have. The post Innovator Spotlight: Myriam Sbeiti of Sunthetics appeared first on VentureWell. An innovator’s journey from idea to market can be challenging and complicated—but also rewarding.

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Venture Well

JANUARY 29, 2019

The post Innovator Spotlight: Katie Kollhoff of NUMiX Materials appeared first on VentureWell. For Kollhoff, getting comfortable with discomfort has become a valuable survival skill.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2022

Today, TechCrunch is hosting TC Spotlight: Austin — a virtual event highlighting the innovation, investment and entrepreneurship in the region. Tune in at 3:10 pm local time (1:10 pm PT), to watch the TC Spotlight Austin Pitch-Off. Brand , Founding General Partner, True Wealth Ventures. Bryan Chambers , President, Capital Factory.

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Venture Well

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

The post Faculty Spotlight: Dustyn Roberts from Temple University appeared first on VentureWell. Professor Roberts strives to create classroom environments and session plans that enable a-ha moments for students.

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Venture Well

OCTOBER 1, 2019

The post Faculty Spotlight: Richard Niesenbaum from Muhlenberg College appeared first on VentureWell. We continue our series highlighting educators within the VentureWell network who are doing good work—faculty members who are catalyzing change in higher education and inspiring.

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propel(x)

JULY 11, 2022

In this Startup Spotlight session, Propel(x) had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Barmak Heshmat, the CEO and founder of Brelyon. Deal Spotlight: In Conversation with Brelyon | Propel(x) was originally published in Investing in Deep Technology?—?Dissected The summary below has been edited for context and clarity.

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Venture Well

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

The post innovator spotlight: clay andrews of HALE appeared first on VentureWell. Clay Andrews, co-founder of E-Team, HALE, has learned that over-thinking can prevent a good idea from ever getting out of the lab and into the market.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 1, 2022

Today, TechCrunch is virtually hosting TC City Spotlight: Columbus — an event shining a spotlight on the innovation, investment and entrepreneurship in the region. Tune in at 4:10 pm local time (1:10 pm PT) to watch the TC Spotlight: Columbus Pitch-Off. Parul Singh , General Partner, Initialized Capital.

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Gust

MARCH 24, 2022

Welcome to the Gust Launch Founder Spotlight! Reach out at spotlight@gust.com. The post Founder Spotlight – People-first logistics with Joshe Ordonez from Airpals Technologies Inc. Gust Launch supports a variety of exciting founders doing amazing things. Want to share your story? appeared first on Gust.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 6, 2022

It’s my pleasure to announce FabuLingua won today’s City Spotlight: Austin pitch-off! The company competed against knowRX Health and Vertikal X on today’s TechCrunch Live episode and won free exhibition space at TechCrunch Disrupt this October.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Brightflow AI aims to spotlight small business cash flow by Christine Hall originally published on TechCrunch. Next up, the company is focused on further automating its fundamentals and scale so that there is more access to forecasting, but also with a human-in-the-loop function providing expertise on top of the infrastructure, Bhathal said.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Note: This spotlight is part of the i2E expertise series. The post i2E Spotlight: Meredith Wilkerson, Life Sciences Venture Advisor & OKBio Director appeared first on i2E. To learn more about i2E’s team and deep bench experience, visit us online. To learn how i2E can help your startup achieve milestones and scale, get in touch.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 11, 2023

The post beSUCCESS Media spotlights the vibrant Korean startup ecosystem at BEYOND Expo in Macau first appeared on AsiaTechDaily - Asia's Leading Tech and Startup Media Platform.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 14, 2023

Hardware gets its turn in the spotlight at Disrupt 2023 by Brian Heater originally published on TechCrunch Disrupt runs September 19-21 at Disrupt 2023 in SF. Early Bird passes are currently on sale — save $800 when you book by May 14. Seriously, what are you waiting for?

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JUNE 20, 2020

He’s less about being in the spotlight, more about placing the spotlight on others. Steven is data-driven, focusing on measurable outcomes and impact, and minimizing noise and resources; being the right kind of busy essentially. His work in the Washington DC area has been expanded to serve NYC, Miami, and Bogotá in Colombia.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 21, 2016

The post Member Spotlight: Susan Michel, EO New Jersey appeared first on THE BLOG. I sought and found that both the Forum experience and the learning events have exceeded my expectations. Learn more about the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and apply for membership today!

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TechCrunch

JUNE 8, 2021

TechCrunch City Spotlight: Pittsburgh features talks from Jahanian, local startups and local leaders. TechCrunch Hardware Editor Brian Heater will be interviewing Jahanian. Heater was key in shaping and programming TechCrunch’s past events, including TC Sessions: Robotics, a cornerstone discipline at CMU.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Alax works at the intersection of Community Development; Technology; and Venture Capital. Known as a super-connector and ecosystem builder, Alax spends the majority of her time serving as a conduit for local Black and Brown founders and those interested in entering the Chicago market. To you, what is an Ecosystem Builder?

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

I’ve been involved in workforce and economic development in Wyoming for the last 10 years, from helping disabled veterans find good jobs to helping small business owners around the state start or grow their enterprise. A bit of my background: I am born and raised in Wyoming and served as a paratrooper in the U.S. Army from 1999 to 2003.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

MAY 1, 2023

Nida is a Principal on the HG Ventures team and has been there for almost 2 years working on investments and leading the THG Accelerator. She’s new to the Indiana ecosystem and since moving in 2021 serves on the boards of Pack Away Hunger and the Immigrant Welcome Center.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

APRIL 27, 2023

Passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, economic development, community engagement, and higher education, Sammy has been able to work at the intersection of his passions through his ecosystem building efforts at the University of Maryland, College Park. He is naturally inclined to connecting people who could benefit from knowing each other.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 19, 2021

This event is part of TechCrunch’s City Spotlight series, where we dive into the culture of growing startup ecosystems found throughout the United States. Ryan Landau, founder of Purpose Jobs, also spoke on startup hiring practices and trends in the Midwest. That video is found below.

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Venture Well

APRIL 21, 2022

We’re spotlighting Danielle Boyer, founder of robotics education startup The STEAM Connection and winner of our 2022 Sustainable Practice Impact Award. The post Celebrating Danielle Boyer, an Eco-Friendly Robotics Trailblazer appeared first on VentureWell.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Extend Ventures’ research also looked at educational background — spotlighting the role of elite universities in the distribution of venture capital in the country. Here the report found that 42.72% of U.K.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 23, 2016

The post EO Spotlights Entrepreneurial Journey in Videos appeared first on THE BLOG. Every quarter, EO produces a “Project Octane ” video that highlights members’ personal and professional stories to inspire and educate entrepreneurs around the world.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 15, 2017

The post EO Member Spotlight: Moisés Cohen (EO Panama) appeared first on THE BLOG. “Entrepreneurship is about having a vision, taking risks and persevering until you get the results you expect,” said Moisés. “I I learned you must always give the best of you to get the best of others.”.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 14, 2016

The post Member Spotlight: Kelly Shatat, EO Raleigh Durham appeared first on THE BLOG. Congratulations to Kelly on her business success and continuing to support our chapter, its members and our growth initiatives! Learn more about the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and apply for membership today!

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JULY 10, 2020

To you, what is an Ecosystem Builder? To me, an Ecosystem Builder is someone that is a servant leader who is naturally optimistic and focused on solving systemic problems. We appreciate collaboration and work diligently to identify appropriate networks & partners within ecosystems to convene and apply solutions collectively.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JULY 1, 2020

To you, what is an Ecosystem Builder? An Ecosystem builder is someone that observes or is capable to identify a problem as a system and contributes or provides a solution in a holistic manner. These are persons who discreetly or loudly contribute to build a vibrant ecosystem. (I

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Fatal police shooting of startup founder puts Austin’s diversity problem in the spotlight by Mary Ann Azevedo originally published on TechCrunch. If you prefer to remain anonymous , click here to contact us , which includes SecureDrop ( instructions here ) and various encrypted messaging app.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 17, 2016

The post Member Spotlight: Michele Nichols, EO Western New York appeared first on THE BLOG. She finds the global perspective from the people she’s met around the world and the in-depth perspectives from her forum the most valuable part of her EO experience, and is grateful for their support.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Ecosystem building and community building is hard. Entrepreneurship ecosystem builders work for social change and impact — working to help their communities thrive. They amplify the work of local makers, doers and innovators by championing their efforts and rallying support around them.

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Venture Well

DECEMBER 19, 2022

To help faculty engage students in green design methods, we spotlight key exercises from the Tools for Design and Sustainability course, developed by Dr. Jeremy Faludi of Delft University of Technology. The post Inspiring Sustainable Design: Circular Economy—Design for a Lifetime appeared first on VentureWell.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 15, 2021

Last week we announced that Carnegie Mellon University President Farnam Jahanian will be speaking at our upcoming City Spotlight: Pittsburgh event. Carnegie Mellon University President Farnam Jahanian is speaking at TechCrunch City Spotlight: Pittsburgh. Today, we’re excited to announce another big guest: Mayor Bill Peduto.

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