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New PepsiCo accelerator program is seeking 10 sustainably-minded start-ups based in the U.S. or Canada for its first incubator class. Selected start-ups will participate in a six-month business optimization program and will be granted $20,000 - Apply by Oct. 12
PepsiCo launched its Nutrition Greenhouse accelerator program in North America, according to a press release. The program began in Europe in 2017, where companies generated an estimated combined sales growth of over 10 million pounds.
The snack and beverage maker is seeking 10 sustainably-minded start-ups based in the U.S. or Canada for its first incubator class ...
Now is the time to start prepping for your NSF #SBIR proposal: Applications due December 4th by 5:00 p.m. in your local time zone. Please Note: Applications due by 5:00 p.m. in your local time zone. Your time zone is based on your company's address as you listed it in your application.
The NSF #SBIR proposal (National Science Foundation's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program)- also known as America's Seed Fund powered by #NSF - provides small businesses with equity-free funding to conduct research and development (R&D) work that will lead to the commercialization ...
Are you dreaming up something big? Do you know someone who's buzzing with a new idea they think could change the world? We want to hear all about it! Applications are now open for Halcyon Incubator's Spring 2019 cohort. Space, access, five months of residency, and incredible networking opportunities are only a few of the benefits of Halcyon's flagship fellowship program. Due October 10, 2018.
The Halcyon Incubator program equips early-stage entrepreneurs with the support they need to transform audacious ideas into scalable and sustainable ventures and change the world.
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Christine was recently featured in the NAWBO's membership spotlight. See what she had to
CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
The #DOD #SBIR 18.3 and #STTR 18.C Broad Agency Announcements are Open for Proposal Submission today, September 24, 2018
You may now submit your Phase I proposals for the #SBIR 18.3 and #STTR 18.C Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) through the #DOD #SBIR/#STTR proposal submission website at https://sbir.defensebusiness.org. All proposals for this Announcement must be received by 8:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.
Important Dates:
- September 24, 2018: #SBIR 18.3 and #STTR 18.C open
- October 10, 2018: SITIS closes to new questions
- October 24, 2018: #SBIR 18.3 ...
Government #funding can be tricky. Small Business Innovation Research (#SBIR) grants, for example, are a great opportunity for small businesses to gain substantial #funding to help their business grow.
However, there are a lot of steps a business needs to take to apply for #SBIR and other forms of government #funding, and missing one could set your business back substantially, or eliminate your opportunity to apply altogether. This is why it is critical that you do not wait until the deadline to look for and fulfill government registrations and requirements.
We strongly recommend ...
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
8:00am - 12:00pm Fee: $35
Location: Genesee Community College, Conable Technology Building - BEST Center, 1 College Road, Batavia, NY 14020
Are you ready to move your product to commercialization? Are you a prior #SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) I and II awardees? Have you proven your technology works and there is a market need and are now ready for significant investment outside of research and development? Please join us for this half-day conference to learn from experts and other successful businesses on commercialization best practices.
...Chloe Capital is seeking out underrepresented voices in the tech industry. They believe that innovation can come from anyone, anywhere.
They in discussions with city champions about holding events in the following locations: Rochester, Boston, Denver, Chicago and Binghamton, New Orleans, New York City, San Francisco, and Austin. Deadline Oct 1, 2018
Companies do not need to be located in ...
Christine E.B. Howard - founder, owner, and president of Buffalo-based firm E.B. Howard Consulting - was recently nominated to be among the 23 individuals for the 2018 Venture Ecosystem Awards - Ecosystem Champion. The Upstate Venture Ecosystem Champion is for individuals who are catalyzing and supporting startup activity across multiple Upstate NY communities
Upstate Venture Ecosystem received over 100 nominations from the community, each sharing a story with a common theme: paying it forward. Our nominees ...
Tory Burch Foundation and its Fellowship program, a combination grant and mentorship program for women-owned businesses in the U.S.
Worth up to $100,000 in grant money, the Tory Burch Fellows Program offers access to mentoring, networking and business guidance from top experts, a $10,000 grant for business education and the opportunity to pitch for $100,000 in prize money.
Started in 2009, the Tory Burch Foundation is focused on supporting the empowerment of female entrepreneurs in the
Christine E.B. Howard was recently selected to participate in first-round judging in the 2018 Female Founders in InsurTech competition.
Quesnay launched the Female Founders in Tech Competition in 2017 with great success and is expanding the program this year with dedicated tracks in InsurTech, FinTech, and MediaTech. 2018 will kick off with the InsurTech track, where the gap in the number of women-led startups is particularly stark. In 2017, just one in six (16%) individuals driving the start-ups applying to Startupbootcamp InsurTech were women. A study of 535 InsurTech companies worldwide found that just 4% ...
The 13th annual New England Venture Summit conference will showcase more than 50 of the hottest early-stage and emerging-growth technology, clean-tech, life sciences/healthcare, medical devices, ed-tech, healthcare IT, and mobile innovators.
If you are a startup seeking capital and/or partnerships, submit your plan for the opportunity to present at The 13th Annual New England Venture Summit, the premier venue connecting emerging-growth companies with active Venture Capitalists, Corporate VCs, Angel Investors, and Investment Firms.
Presented by youngStartup Ventures, The 2018 New England Venture Summit provides an unparalleled opportunity for startups to meet, network, and showcase their innovative investment opportunities to a leading group of investors.youngStartup Ventures
youngStartup Ventures is dedicated to ...
Christine E.B. Howard, founder, owner & president of E.B. Howard Consulting was installed as Board President of the Buffalo/Niagara chapter of National Association of Women Business Owner (NAWBO) at the June Board Installation ceremony at Park Country Club. NAWBO's mission is to propel women entrepreneurs into economic, social, and political spheres of power worldwide. We do this by 1) Strengthening the wealth creating capacity of our members and promoting economic development within the entrepreneurial community; 2) Creating innovative and effective change in the business culture; 3) Building strategic alliances, coalitions, and affiliations; and 4) Transforming public policy and influencing opinion ...