Startup Grind Rochester

Need help raising your next round of funding? Our top 100 exhibitors from recent years have collectively raised over $1.5 billion, and we can't wait to see the deals that come from our 2025 batch. 🚀 Apply now to join the Startup Exhibition in Silicon Valley on April 28-30th, 2025. https://hubs.ly/Q02_p7BP0

The Angels Showcase Application CLOSES TOMORROW at 11:59 pm PST! ⏰ Apply to be one of eight founders selected to pitch at our Dec 5th showcase, presenting their groundbreaking ideas to a curated group of 20-30 Angel investors. Who should apply? Early-stage female-led companies who are actively seeking investment. Why join? Gain access to a network of investors dedicated to supporting the women's economy and fostering opportunities for female entrepreneurs. Ready to make your mark? Visit the Stella Community, locate the application under the Programs tab, and seize the opportunity to elevate your venture! https://lnkd.in/gjUHJFpG"

🚀 See you in Silicon Valley? On April 29-30th, 2025 our community of startup teams, investors, and innovative organizations will gather in Silicon Valley for the ultimate Startup Grind experience. It’s two days that could change the trajectory of your startup, where there’s collaboration over competition, genuine connections are formed, and deals are done. 🔹 5,000+ Humans Behind Startups 🔹 400+ VC Funds 🔹 150+ Startup Exhibitors 🔹 175+ Sessions The Startup Grind Conference accelerates the world for 48 hours in the heart of technological innovation. We hope you’ll join us on April 29-30, 2025 to experience it firsthand. Get your tickets here: #StartupGrind #Entrepreneurship #TechInnovation #Networking #Startups

Hiring the right talent is crucial to a startup’s success! With a limited budget, it’s essential to make sure that you’re working with top-tier professionals for every project. Access vetted freelancers experienced in working with startups, offering services in web and app development, digital marketing, business consulting, AI services, and more. Get $200 credit for your next project on Fiverr Pro! https://hubs.ly/Q02Xl_MP0

Got a great list of founders pitching this Thursday! Last Pitch In of 2024! REMINDER: NEW LOCATION - Hilton Garden Inn (155 E Main) Lobby next to Drifters Pub MEET THE FOUNDERS Jess Jenney | BOLD Band - Jess is the founder of a new dating experience.  Tired of Online Dating?  So is Jess.  Introducing... the BOLD band.  Taking online dating off-line and putting it back in the wild. Ulrik Soderstrom | Benchmark Labs - Bencmark Labs help high-value land managers globally by providing AI-based weather forecasts, recommendations and alerts. Collin Wheatley | Suite Consulting - Collin creates a simple and cutting edge experience to connect business owners and the US workforce to employee benefit strategies designed to combat a changing healthcare landscape and maintain a competitive edge.  His mission is to connect clients with top-tier, carefully vetted professionals in the industry who utilize highly competitive products, supported by a dedicated service team. Esosa Agbongiator | Naija Trivia - The hottest new game coming to Rochester!

We’re excited to share that our annual conference has a fresh, new look! https://hubs.ly/Q02TjPTY0 Since 2013, this event has been the cornerstone of the Startup Grind community. While the tech world has evolved tremendously over the past 12 years, the power of community remains. In the world of startups, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by pitches, cold outreach, and fundraising pressures. But at Startup Grind, we champion a different approach. We understand that thriving isn’t just about the next big idea or cutting-edge technology; it’s about the people behind them—their journeys, insights, and lessons learned. It’s about fostering a community where knowledge is shared and everyone is eager to listen and learn. The Startup Grind Conference accelerates the world for 48 hours in the heart of Silicon Valley promoting collaboration over competition, where genuine connections are formed and deals are done. A big thank you to our friends at SERIOUS.BUSINESS for their creative vision and execution on this project!