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🚀 Last Call: Fall 2024 Applications🚀 Applications for the C2M Beta Fall Cohort are closing soon- don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! 🌟 Join a community of visionary thinkers and get the mentorship, resources, and support you need to scale your startup. Don’t wait—apply today and take the first step toward success! Know someone with a big idea? Tag them below or share this post! #C2MBeta #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Innovation #FallCohort2024 #StartUpAccelerator

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Be sure to register for Techstars Startup Week Las Vegas! I submitted a presentation "The Case For Disbanding StartUpNV" Tag and follow along, and let TSWLV know you'd be interested in attending!

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When people join the team at Valley, I share a Startup Guidebook I created with them. It’s a list of the best resources I’ve found on building a startup over the last several years. Check out the issue and subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/eTqV8fYy

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Last chance to register with early bird tickets—RSVP now! https://lnkd.in/eZtfEDxx 🚀Join the Tech Flow Networking Event on May 7th (6PM-9:30PM) at Mana Tech! 🌴Miami🌴 Network with entrepreneurs, founders, and industry leaders as they converge for an evening of growth and networking. Agenda: 🚀 How To Boost Your Business and Career in Tech in 2024 Here’s what awaits you: 🌟Expert Insights: Discover the success secrets of top US tech figures. 📈 Actionable Frameworks: Acquire powerful tools to elevate your tech career or business. 🤝Meaningful Connections: Engage with like-minded peers and forge valuable industry relationships. We are excited to host top industry experts: Vlada Lotkina and Michael Burtov. Vlada Lotkina is a highly respected entrepreneur and the founder of elev8orlab.com. After successfully exiting her SaaS venture, ClassTag, Vlada has dedicated herself to mentoring startups and guiding new entrepreneurs. Her talk, "Success Story: Essential Lessons on the Startup-to-Exit Process," will offer deep insights into how to build a successful company in the US and lead it to a prosperous exit. Learn firsthand the critical steps and strategies for startup success from someone who has navigated the journey from inception to exit. Michael Burtov is a serial entrepreneur who has founded several venture-backed startups, turning initial ideas into ventures that generate millions in revenue and attract substantial venture funding. As the founder of burtov.com, a premier innovation consultancy, Michael’s expertise is sought after by companies aiming to break new ground. His appearances on ABC’s SHARK TANK and features in TIME Magazine underscore his significant impact on the tech industry. Michael's session, "Tips and Tricks for Building a Successful Startup in the US: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur," will cover essential strategies for assembling a top-tier team, structuring your company for success, and navigating the complexities of startup growth. Expect to gain a wealth of practical knowledge that can be directly applied to your entrepreneurial endeavors. Also Included: ✅Delicious food and beverages ✅Photos ✅Exclusive access to a secret chat for community members ✅A vibrant atmosphere P.S. Remember, reaching your full potential is a journey that’s best traveled with support. Join Tech Flow today and connect with a community as dedicated to your growth as you are. Special thanks to our partners and co-host, Mana Tech and Pixel Tax Consulting —a boutique firm specializing in tax and integral consulting for IT & Tech, VFX & Motion Design companies. Interested in sponsoring? Please contact Irina Maltseva Don't let this chance slip by—experience a night of inspiration and connection that could redefine your future in tech! #TechFlow #TechCommunity #TechCommunityMiami #TechMiami

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🚨 HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! 🚨 Silicon Slopes Summit is Utah’s original and longest-running grassroots startup and tech event. It provides entrepreneurs, startups, and leaders the resources and community they need to succeed. With the pandemic behind us, we’re excited to bring Silicon Slopes Summit back to its original January dates in conjunction with the Sundance Film Festival. That said, before we go any further, we have some incredible news: Silicon Slopes Summit is free for all Utahns for the first time ever! For those looking for an upgraded experience, we offer VIP tickets for just $95. That’s hundreds of dollars less than a standard ticket in years past. Thanks to our partners, sponsors, and government leaders, Silicon Slopes Summit is the most accessible tech and startup event in the world. Summit will be hosted in multiple locations throughout the week in both Utah and Salt Lake Valley. There will also be a Startup Alley at Summit this year where startups and entrepreneurs can meet with investors from around the world to pitch their ideas, receive feedback, and promote what they’re building. Of course, we’ll be bringing in world-class leaders and speakers, as we have in the past, but we’ll also be hosting specific tracks and bringing attendees together for curated networking in a way never done before. You don’t want to miss this year’s summit! To register, buy VIP tickets, learn about sponsorship, and apply for your startup to be part of Startup Alley, go to siliconslopes.com/summit.

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For Full episode w/Justis Mendez from OneSixOne Ventures - https://lnkd.in/eYixPjf5 Founder market fit is key when evaluating startups. It's not just about the idea, but also the distance traveled and the grit shown by the founder. Starting a business is tough, and it takes a special kind of determination. Interestingly, our accelerator experience taught us that wealth doesn't always equate to success. The best fights come from those who truly believe in their vision. #FounderMarketFit #Grit #StartupJourney

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Bridging the Talent Gap: The Next Generation of Smart Building Techs   Meet Stacks+Joules, a nonprofit workforce development program based in NYC. They are training underutilized populations for jobs in Building Automation that will help solve the industry's skilled labor shortage. With their specialized curriculum that engages young people's creativity to supercharge their strengths as learners and get them on the fast-track to valuable technology skills — they are delivering the next generation of smart building techs. This week, #RealcommLive is honored to feature the Stacks+Joules management team: Michael Conway, Founder and President, and Jonathan P. L. Spooner, Founder & CTO, along with a student of the program, Krista Lamar. They will share highlights of the program and discuss the organization’s mission: to give more people the chance to have careers that use technology for the common good and provide students the tools to master the advanced technologies in the buildings industry that affect the way we live and work. To watch live, visit the link in comments! #realcomm #ibcon #stacksandjoules #smartbuildings #cre #cretech

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Startup founders, looking to raise capital? Apply to TCA Venture Group (formerly Tech Coast Angels), one of the largest and most active angel networks in the U.S. With 400+ investors and 500+ funded startups, they’re headquartered in Orange County. Submit your application now! https://lnkd.in/dCPsPiZq #Startups #VentureCapital #AngelInvesting #TCA #EarlyStageFunding #TechCoastAngels #Entrepreneurship #OrangeCounty #InvestmentOpportunity #California #OCSC Anthony Sarris Scott Fox 🦊

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🔋StartUp companies! Tune into this webinar on 📅Dec. 10 to learn what ChargeUp and New York State can do for your company. If you're ready to embark on a fundraising round, but not sure your company is ready? This is an excellent opportunity to KNOW when you're ready to pitch your innovations to investors. Get an expert-led curriculum, a solid data room, feedback on marketing and a hybrid program that gives you flexibility with a strong cohort bond. Register for the Dec. 10 webinar "Tips on Applying to ChargeUp:" 👉https://bit.ly/3Zehxtf

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🚀💻 LAST CALL! Applications for our 2024 #BLKtech Founders cohort close TODAY! This is your final chance to join a transformative 12-week program designed specifically for Black early-stage tech founders. Here’s what you’ll gain: ✨ Invaluable Mentorship: Learn from seasoned tech leaders who have been where you are and can guide you through your unique challenges. ✨ Supportive Community: Connect with a network of like-minded founders who understand your journey and can provide peer support. ✨ Leadership Development: Participate in workshops that will enhance your leadership skills and prepare you to scale your startup. 🌱 Real Growth: Past participants have seen significant growth in their startups thanks to the hands-on support and actionable insights gained from the program. Don’t miss out on this empowering experience that could be the catalyst for your startup’s success. Apply now before it’s too late: https://lnkd.in/gEw9jmw3   #Tech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #ChicagoTech Molson Coors Beverage Company Black Product Managers Network

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Unlock the power of 'first principles thinking' for your tech startup. Florida Funders partner {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:person:1dTgRvJYqD|Marc Blumenthal)}} shares insights on how founders can break down problems to their core and rebuild innovative solutions from scratch. Learn how to challenge assumptions, rethink industry norms, and apply first principles thinking to every aspect of your business. It's a must-read for founders looking to stand out in a competitive landscape. https://lnkd.in/eHfw3RXD

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Join us! Many thanks to Aptible (and as always to Primary Venture Partners and Engineer Access) for sponsoring our monthly Startup CTOs event series. Tomorrow night we have over 50 series A+ venture backed CTOs and VPEs connecting with and learning from their peers. ​​This month we have a fireside chat with Ariel Pérez, VP Engineering, Measurement and Learning at Split. We'll be discussing how he runs a single large team of 25 with a total of three managers where the team dynamically self organizes around the work to be done and the managers are not necessarily working with their reports on any given project. ​In addition we have a special lightening video interview with Heidi Helfand, author of Dynamic Reteaming who shares a little bit about her experiences and the patterns that can be used to make engineering orgs more resilient to change. We only have a couple of slots left, but if you'd like to attend tomorrow night, apply ASAP - link in the first comment! Or ping me (or comment below) if you'd like to be notified of future events!

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Here are some fast facts about our Class of 2024 Fellows! Strong startups are fueled by great talent and our newest Fellows can meet their hiring needs. If you're looking for talent for your startup, learn how you can hire a Fellow here: https://lnkd.in/edYNtPJs.

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Florida-based health tech startup Apaly has successfully raised $2.4 million in a Seed funding round to enhance its groundbreaking digital contracting platform for the healthcare sector. Led by 412 Venture Fund LP, with contributions from the Florida Community Health Network, First Mile Ventures, and Ikigai Growth Partners, this investment will support Apaly's expansion, including hiring additional sales staff and further developing its platform capabilities. Founded in 2018 by Jerry Beinhauer MD, Apaly addresses critical inefficiencies in healthcare contracting by enabling self-funded employers and providers to streamline contract negotiation and management online. This reduces administrative burdens and expedites service delivery, which is crucial in a sector where timing and efficiency are paramount. The digital health contracting market is witnessing significant transformation, driven by the need for more agile and transparent processes. Traditional methods often involve cumbersome paperwork and slow response times, leading to delays and increased costs. Apaly’s platform leverages smart contract automation and electronic claim submissions to mitigate these issues, facilitating quicker adjustments to healthcare needs and improving overall system responsiveness. As the industry moves towards more integrated and user-friendly technologies, Apaly’s innovative approach is well-positioned to lead this shift, providing essential tools that enhance interactions between healthcare providers and employers. #HealthTech #SeedFunding #DigitalHealth #InvestmentNews #HealthcareInnovation #SmartContracts https://lnkd.in/ewz6uVxk

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Learn from Voxpopme's strategy to boost equity, secure $750K funding from Founderpath, and satisfy the board, on their way to $10M revenue. Tips from Lonnie Mayne and Andy Barraclough: https://lnkd.in/eyyz7eXs 💡💼

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💜 Hue. has been awarded a $150K equity-free grant from the Google for Startups Founders Fund! 🎉 Funding Black founders is crucial, here’s why ⬇ I recently spoke with a founder—let’s call him David—who needed fundraising advice. David’s startup is gaining traction, and he’s been advised to raise a #friendsandfamilyround to boost product development. Sadly, he feels discouraged. David is the first in his family to graduate college, and at 21, he earned more than anyone else in his family in his entry-level job. Now in their late twenties, him and his friends are still in their growth era and don’t have extra cash to invest. David feels stuck. 🚫 His network can’t fund his venture, and he has too little traction to raise a formal round. This is a common experience for many underrepresented founders—Black, Latino, low-income, women, and more. ✨ Grant programs like the Google for Startups Founders Fund provide essential capital to level the playing field. ✨ The Hue team is incredibly grateful for Google’s support for underrepresented founders and its commitment to uplifting startups pushing boundaries in AI. ❓ Does David’s experience resonate with you? Have you raised a friends and family round? What advice would you give other founders? ❓ Comment below ⬇ Check out to the other Black & Latino founders in my Google for Founders cohort! Sherisse Hawkins Nana Wilberforce Ph.D Seke Ballard Megan Nunes Manny S. Kene Anoliefo Tiffany Ricks George Holmes, PhD Rocio Frej Vitalle Rocio Frej Vitalle Florian Pestoni Darren Riley Eitan Winer Darryl Keeton Constanza Gomez Sergio Suarez Jr. Gerald Kierce Iturrioz #GoogleForStartups #FoundersFund #poweredbyhue #beautymarketing #huecommunity #hiring #fundraising

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At EMNLP2024 Miami next week? Join me on November 14, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM (Miami Time) for a Birds of a Feather (BoF) session focusing on embeddings, rerankers, and small LMs for better search. This 1.5-hour in-person session will bring together researchers in embeddings, rerankers & information retrieval; offering an excellent opportunity to explore recent advances in search foundation models, share your work with a specialized audience, and discuss emerging trends in search models in 2024. All EMNLP on-site participants are welcome to attend. Topics of interest: - Multimodal, multilingual, cross-lingual, and cross-modal embeddings and rerankers - Late-interaction models (e.g., ColBERT, ColPali) and late chunking - Long-context embedding models - Instruction-tuning for embedding and reranker models - LLM-based embedding and reranker models - Small language models for document reading - Efficient and lightweight embedding architectures, attention mechanisms - Zero/few-shot retrieval and adaptation methods - Contrastive learning approaches for retriever - Matryoshka representation learning, embedding compression and quantization - Hybrid sparse-dense retrieval systems - Task-LoRA, domain adaptation, OOD, fine-tuning for embedding models - MTEB, LongMTEB, RAG evaluation metrics and benchmarks - Embedding models for code and structured data - Privacy-preserving embedding techniques Registration link in the comment below:

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Unstuck Labs' newsletter has everything an entrepreneur could be looking for from tips on how to get unstuck, information on DMV-local startups, relevant news, to cool tech! To subscribe and follow along Unstuck Labs' journey, put your email in at the bottom of the page at unstucklabs.com/links #AREP #AED #RosslynBID

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