American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 14, 2025

At the same time, Launchpad@Stevens supports student innovation by providing mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities. Chegg, a leading student-first online learning platform, has contributed to advancing student innovation by donating $50,000 to Stevens Institute of Technologys iSTEM and Launchpad@Stevens programs.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 3, 2025

The Series A funding round was led by Healthworx , the innovation and investment arm of CareFirst , further solidifying Culina Healths unique approach to addressing one of the countrys most pressing public health issues. Culina Health achieves this by offering a nationwide network of registered dietitians.

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StartupNation

JULY 15, 2025

Map the informal networks and understand who people listen to and why. Sign Up for The Start Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * The post Why Navigating Politics Matters Even in the Most Innovative Environments appeared first on StartupNation. That’s the real secret of the startup game.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Innovative entrepreneurs have an opportunity to obtain funding and resources in an upcoming cohort. Entrepreneurs with innovative ideas utilizing NEC’s technologies and businesses can move their ventures forward into seed-ready startups upon acceptance into NEC’s Elev X! Venture Studio. Revenue or product launch is not required.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Maria King’s governance career has focused on supporting and building innovative new businesses, so when she undertook the Institute of Directors ’ Advanced Directors Course (ADC) , she was delighted to see a section on startup governance included. It’s not a one and done. Would I attend another ADC which focussed on other topics? Absolutely!”

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 20, 2025

Washingtons Premier Connector of Tech and Policy Leaders Welcomes the Next Generation of Innovators that includes Delta Force, an annual cohort designed to support 6-10 of DCs most promising startup founders. A Robust Network of industry leaders, policymakers, military officials, and investors working across high-impact sectors.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2025

One that is resilient about their vision, takes risks to advance their innovations, possesses the hustle and ability to execute their vision, pursues growth, and accepts setbacks as learning opportunities during their entrepreneurial journey, Also, offered are actionable startup strategies to navigate the challenging landscape of business creation.

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StartupNation

JUNE 18, 2025

It means building a resilient, adaptable, and innovative company. A balanced team not only mitigates risks but also nurtures innovative ideas. However, clear legal frameworks and sound intellectual property (IP) strategies can safeguard your innovations and support your overall growth.

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Paul G. Silva

MARCH 25, 2025

Redesigning for Reality Once I accepted the brutal facts, we transformed the organization: We shifted our purpose : From helping sophisticated investors find deals to helping new angels learn how to invest successfully.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 12, 2025

Coordinated by Delaware Prosperity Partnership and innovation-supporting partners from throughout the Delaware business community and beyond, Startup302 launched in 2020 and has provided $800,000 in funding to 52 ventures since 2021. This years competitors will be chosen from applicants who enter by the January 26 deadline.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 1, 2025

The platform, known as the Innovation Network Capital New Jersey (INC-NJ), will bring together the states innovation ecosystem, allowing emerging companies and funders to engage with one another and share various business and investment opportunities. To learn more about INC-NJ, go to [link] To join INC-NJ, go to www.inc-nj.com.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 20, 2025

The round was led by Innovation Endeavors , with participation from Y Combinator, Homebrew, Character, and a roster of high-profile angel investors including Scott Belsky (former CSO at Adobe) and Guillermo Rauch (CEO of Vercel).

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 21, 2025

However, the rewards of building something from the ground up that is profitableas well as creating jobs, innovating, and solving problemscan be immensely gratifying. Develop a Strong Network Building a network of advisors, mentors, investors, and peers can be one of your most valuable resources as a founder.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

This achievement highlights their continued commitment to driving innovation and economic growth across Oklahoma and beyond. These investments have made a significant economic impact, creating thousands of jobs and supporting the growth of numerous innovative companies. i2E, Inc., Alkami , Oklahoma’s first unicorn, was valued at $3.1

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StartupNation

JULY 5, 2025

For example, we worked with a technology startup that used our business plan software and, within four months, managed to raise a $500K investment from an investor connected through our network. The key innovation was connecting operational metrics directly to customer emotional states throughout the relocation journey.

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This is going to be BIG.

MAY 2, 2025

If you believe in a 100% efficient market for venture, then better founders will speak to better investors than you before they come to youso networking with other VCs in the front of the line is beneficial. How well networked are you at the mid to senior level of early Plaid or Chime employees? Tag team across firms with intention.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 10, 2025

As the world gears up to recognize World Quantum Day on April 14, IonQ, a pioneer in quantum computing and networking, is marking the occasion with a flurry of global activities and significant company milestones. and Seattle.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 10, 2025

Having a support network can help you maintain perspective during tough times. Michael Brown: Turning Risk into Resilience at Skyline Robotics For Michael Brown , CEO of Skyline Robotics, entrepreneurship is not just about innovation—it’s about overcoming adversity to unlock new frontiers.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 26, 2025

The companys enterprise browser is a breakthrough innovation that embeds enterprise-grade security and IT controls directly into the browsing experience. With this new capital, Island has now raised approximately $730 million to date, indicating the confidence investors have in its transformative technology and market trajectory.

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Jason Malki

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Kashyap Kompella I had the pleasure of interviewing Kashyap Kompella is the founder of Talentmapp , an AI-driven people search engine designed to facilitate purposeful, noiseless networking for professionals, startups, and venture studios. Network with Purpose Avoid the noise. Thank you so much for joiningus!

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Hunter Walk

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Most strategies are some combination of innovation and best practices along the classic five steps of venture investing: See, Pick, Win, Service, Exit. As a result I’ve seen hundreds of VC decks, all certain they will be among the top performers. This post is about ‘seeing.’ and related, of increasing importance.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 10, 2025

Gridware now has the necessary support to expand its innovative continuous power grid monitoring solution that was successfully piloted last year. Gridwares ongoing innovation and rapid expansion into new markets position it as a key player in the future of energy management. million Series A funding of Gridware led by Sequoia Capital.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 21, 2025

We believe this presents a massive opportunityand were building our firm to be the go-to partner for founders innovating in this space. A Growing Portfolio of Consumer-Focused Innovation The firm has already backed 30 companies since inception and posted standout returns. Thats what we bring.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 21, 2025

The Good Soil Movement empowers entrepreneurs through a powerful mix of networking, funding, and resources tailored for growth. The Good Soil Forum tackles this issue head-on, providing financial tools, mentorship, and a network of supporters committed to helping businesses flourishespecially in undercapitalized communities.

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StartupNation

JUNE 6, 2025

Speaking about innovative leaps overall. Don’t Hesitate to Innovate and Pioneer Don’t listen to “couch critics” or “armchair experts.” consider investing in white-label innovative tech. Network and Connect with Industry Leaders The more you network—the more you learn from others. CEO Lesson #6. CEO Lesson #7.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 13, 2025

January 3, 2025) The New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT) awarded over $500,000 in funding to seven New Jersey startups under the Food and Agriculture Research & Development Pilot Seed Grant Program. TRENTON, N.J. Inspired Growing, Inc.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 5, 2025

Networking Opportunities and Connections One of the most valuable benefits of one-on-one mentoring is the network and connections that come with it. Experienced mentors often have an extensive network of contacts theyve built over the years. Leverage Your Network : Start by tapping into your personal and professional network.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 19, 2025

Additionally, they will receive exclusive perks, including attendance at the AI Startup School (June 16-17) and access to YCs network through co-working events. A Summer of Innovation and Community The Summer Fellows Program is designed to maximize independence while providing structured opportunities to network and collaborate.

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Impact Hub

MARCH 5, 2025

How women innovators in Asia-Pacific are transforming food security, nutrition and climate action With 370+ million people facing undernutrition and climate change disrupting agriculture, these women-led innovations are stepping up to create lasting solutions. But the innovation doesnt stop at farming.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The conference brings together leaders, entrepreneurs, technical experts, civil society leaders, and investors, all of whom have a role in ongoing AI innovation that is transforming business and society. “As The 9 th edition of the Conference hosts 4,000 innovative technologists and business people on December 11-12 at the Javits Center.

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Jason Malki

JANUARY 29, 2025

Tulikas focus on fostering a culture of innovation not only inspires her team but also ensures customer success, consistently delivering exceptional value and creating substantial improvements for clients. I saw an opportunity to innovate and bring a unique solution that wasnt being fully addressed by existing players.

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StartupNation

JUNE 6, 2025

Speaking about innovative leaps overall. Don’t Hesitate to Innovate and Pioneer Don’t listen to “couch critics” or “armchair experts.” consider investing in white-label innovative tech. Network and Connect with Industry Leaders The more you network—the more you learn from others. CEO Lesson #6. CEO Lesson #7.

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Jason Malki

MARCH 26, 2025

Sanjit has held roles at top-tier institutions including Weill Cornell Medicine, NASA, Johns Hopkins University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and the National Security Innovation Network. My true belief is that with the power of technology and innovation, we can save even more lives than we ever imagined.

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NZ Entrepreneur

MARCH 18, 2025

Taking place in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, the premiere event will present pioneers in business, innovation and leadership, including innovative founders Brianne West , Nadia Lim , Sam Stubbs , Iyia Liu , special guest Dan Carter and more.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 16, 2025

Carol Craig, the Founder and CEO of Sidus Space, elevated the voice of American aerospace innovation at the 2 025 Global Summit of Women in Berlin. She also emphasized the importance of international collaboration in shaping the future of space and defense innovation. As the sole representative from a U.S. Global Representation of U.S.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

JULY 7, 2025

i2E Names Darcy Wilborn as President, Continuing Commitment to Oklahoma Innovation i2E, Inc., In that capacity, she led the development and growth of major initiatives such as the E3 Bootcamp, the Bridge2 Pre-Accelerator, and i2E’s involvement in the Oklahoma Commercialization Network.

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Paul G. Silva

JANUARY 28, 2025

Preparing Strategically Invest in your team’s capabilities Build and maintain professional networks Create a culture ready to seize opportunities 3. Staying Disciplined Stick to your core values Maintain high standards Keep pursuing long-term goals, even when progress feels slow 2.

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