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Supporting Nebraska Startups Across the State! The Combine is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to AgTech startups across Nebraska, whether you're in Omaha, Lincoln, Aurora, Gering, and beyond. ✨ How We Support Nebraska Startups: 🤝Virtual and In-Person Options: Choose the support format that suits your team's preferences and requirements. 🤝 Extensive Network: Connect with a diverse community of startups, mentors, and industry experts located across the state. 🤝Tailored Guidance: Benefit from personalized support and resources tailored to your startup's specific challenges and goals. 🤝 Community Collaboration: Join a collaborative environment where startups share knowledge, experiences, and opportunities for growth. 📍 Explore the map to see the geographic distribution of startups supported by The Combine across Nebraska. 🌱 Ready to Propel Your Startup Forward? Don't miss the opportunity to tap into The Combine's resources and expertise. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, we're here to help you navigate the entrepreneurial journey. Apply now and become part of Nebraska's AgTech Ecosystem! #Startups #Nebraska #Entrepreneurship #TheCombine #VirtualOptions #InPersonOptions #Community #Collaboration

🚀Struggling to find your next big startup idea? You don’t need to wait for a sudden 'aha' moment! Join us on 📅 October 24, 2024, at 9:00 am (Asia/Seoul) for an interactive session with Jonathan Greechan, Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, where you’ll learn structured methods to consistently develop innovative startup ideas. RSVP Now ➡️ https://fi.co/e/351287 🎯 What You’ll Learn: The common mistakes and misconceptions around startup ideas. Proven methods and six frameworks for generating great ideas. The best practices for getting feedback and refining your concepts. 🎤 Featured Speaker: Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator with 7,000+ companies and nearly $2B in venture funding. Don’t miss this chance to transform your ideas into scalable startups! #StartupIdeas #Entrepreneurship #FounderInstitute #Innovation #StartupJourney #IdeaFramework #GlobalEvent #StartupGrowth #AspiringEntrepreneurs #Networking

🚀Struggling to find your next big startup idea? You don’t need to wait for a sudden 'aha' moment! Join us on 📅 October 24, 2024, at 9:00 am (Asia/Tokyo) for an interactive session with Jonathan Greechan, Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, where you’ll learn structured methods to consistently develop innovative startup ideas. RSVP Now ➡️ https://fi.co/e/351287 🎯 What You’ll Learn: The common mistakes and misconceptions around startup ideas. Proven methods and six frameworks for generating great ideas. The best practices for getting feedback and refining your concepts. 🎤 Featured Speaker: Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator with 7,000+ companies and nearly $2B in venture funding. Don’t miss this chance to transform your ideas into scalable startups! #StartupIdeas #Entrepreneurship #FounderInstitute #Innovation #StartupJourney #IdeaFramework #GlobalEvent #StartupGrowth #AspiringEntrepreneurs #Networking

🚀Struggling to find your next big startup idea? You don’t need to wait for a sudden 'aha' moment! Join us on 📅 October 24, 2024, at 9:00 am (Asia/Taiwan) for an interactive session with Jonathan Greechan, Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, where you’ll learn structured methods to consistently develop innovative startup ideas. RSVP Now ➡️ https://fi.co/e/351287 🎯 What You’ll Learn: The common mistakes and misconceptions around startup ideas. Proven methods and six frameworks for generating great ideas. The best practices for getting feedback and refining your concepts. 🎤 Featured Speaker: Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator with 7,000+ companies and nearly $2B in venture funding. Don’t miss this chance to transform your ideas into scalable startups! #StartupIdeas #Entrepreneurship #FounderInstitute #Innovation #StartupJourney #IdeaFramework #GlobalEvent #StartupGrowth #AspiringEntrepreneurs #Networking

Founders, This Is Your Sign! Are you looking to grow your startup? Join the Miami Startup Database! 🚀 We're building an open list of the best and newest startups in Miami. Connect with investors, gain visibility, and stay informed about valuable resources. 📈💡 Comment “Grow” below, and we’ll send you the link! Let’s take your startup to the next level. #MiamiStartups #FounderLife #VentureMiami #StartupGrowth #Entrepreneurship #ConnectAndGrow #MiamiTech

🌍 Interested in building a sustainable, impact-driven startup? Join us to hear from Michael Kowatschew at "How to Start a Global Startup from Vienna"! We’re excited to welcome Michael Kowatschew, Co-Founder of Heizma and a powerhouse in Austria’s startup scene, as one of our speakers on November 19th at 18:00 CET. 🚀 From co-founding Europe’s first automated #COVID-19 contact tracing app Novid20 to launching The Pixel Beat (acquired by somethingcreative), Michael has built ventures that drive real change. As former President of the Sigma Squared Society, he supported over 800 young founders across 30+ countries, helping raise $1.8 billion in funding. Now, as Co-Founder of morgen ventures, he’s using his expertise to fund and guide the next generation of visionary startups. At Heizma, Michael is tackling one of Austria’s largest carbon challenges: residential heating. His mission? Decarbonize homes across the country by replacing fossil fuel heating systems with cutting-edge, climate-friendly heat pumps, making strides toward a more sustainable future. 🌱 Why aspiring entrepreneurs should tune in: ✨ Impact-Driven Innovation – Michael’s work with Heizma is a masterclass in creating businesses that tackle real-world challenges. Learn how he built a sustainable company aimed at making a tangible environmental impact. 💡 Smart Scaling with Technology – From customer acquisition to operational efficiency, Heizma leverages digital tools and AI to streamline processes and reduce costs. Michael will share how startups can use technology to fuel sustainable growth without needing massive resources. 🤝 Building Resilient Teams and Networks – As a former president of Sigma Squared Society and a current Sequoia Capital scout, Michael understands the value of building strong teams and impactful networks. He’ll provide insights into attracting talent and strategic partnerships that scale. This panel is a must for anyone aiming to make a meaningful mark on the world stage. Join Michael and other founders for insights into structuring, scaling, and sustaining a business. 🚀 Ready to take the next step? Register now! https://lnkd.in/dbUBtscY 👉 Tag a friend who should hear Michael’s story! ⬇️

Hey Entrepreneur students with a start-up! If you've done a few or all of these, check out the New Venture Challenge to propel your business onward and upward! Shout out to the amazing team at Purdue Innovates for putting this on. #Purdue #entrepreneurship #startup #PurdueInnovates

🚀 On November 19th, one of the biggest challenges in the startup ecosystem—finding the right #CoFounder— will no longer be a problem at all. Together with Hi!Founders Srl and Team4Idea, we’ve organized the Co-Founders Matching Day, a free online event aimed at #connecting #startups and #entrepreneurial #idea with potential Wanna-Be #Founders. 👉 How does it work? Each Startup or Entrepreneurial Idea will have its own #virtual #room and 20 minutes to present itself and find Wanna-Be Founders to reach the next level. If you're looking for the perfect co-founder fit to grow your venture or step into the #startup #world, Co-Founders Matching Day is the right opportunity for you. 🔗 All event details will be available by October 10th, but in the meantime, you can secure your spot by registering on the waiting list via the link in the comments ⏬

🌟 Weekend Read Alert! Are you an early-stage #founder navigating the post-#incubator phase and looking for #funding opportunities? We've got just the right resource for you! Check out our latest blog post on public startup funding options — with a spotlight on Germany's popular #EXIST Business Startup Grant, with Richard Falck from Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences. 🔎 What's Inside: ➡ An in-depth look at the EXIST Business Startup Grant: perfect for innovative, tech-oriented ventures. ➡ Comparison with other funding options like #GründungsBONUS. Pros and cons of regional vs. national funding opportunities. ➡ Tips for a successful #grantapplication. ➡ Insights on whether relocating your business for better funding prospects is worth it. ➡ Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale, understanding these funding landscapes is crucial. 👉 Don’t miss out on this comprehensive guide! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gheSTEKN Enjoy your weekend and happy reading! #startups #funding #EXISTGrant #entrepreneurship #innovation #visionhealthpioneers #weekendRead #healthtech #earlystage #publicfunding

🚀 The #1 Reason Startups Fail: Lack of Market Demand In today’s fast-paced world, where thousands of startups are registered daily, having a great idea is just the beginning. Did you know that 90% of startups fail, and a staggering 42% fail because there was no market need for their product or service? 😳 The harsh truth is, without proper validation, even the most brilliant ideas can fall flat. Validation isn’t just a checkbox—it’s the difference between thriving or joining the long list of failed startups. Startups that take the time to: ✔️ Validate their idea through real customer feedback ✔️ Test product-market fit ✔️ Iterate and improve based on data and insights …are 20-30% more likely to survive and succeed in the long run. So, before you dive headfirst into building your startup, ask yourself: Does my idea solve a real problem? Will customers actually pay for it? Let’s make sure we build what the market truly needs! 💡 #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Validation #ProductDevelopment #MarketResearch #BusinessSuccess #Innovation #Growth