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We are calling all Chicagoland students interested in entrepreneurship and Chicago's tech startup ecosystem! For those who ask how to create a strong network in Chicago, this lineup of events is stacked with these fantastic opportunities! Get ready to "Scale and Set Sail" at Chicago Startup Week 2023, happening next week, October 16 - 20! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/g6Spa_kE Check out more clips about next week's events on the Ventures By The Lake page from when we sat down with Keru Omad, co-chair of Chicago Startup Week! #studentstartup #youngfounders #genz #entrepreneurship #chicagotech #techchicago #startupweek

You can find incredible entrepreneurs from coast to coast. But recent LinkedIn Workforce research shows that Atlanta has taken the top spot. (If you were here for Venture Atlanta Conference last week, you aren't surprised.) The Atlanta region has had the fastest year-over-year growth in people founding companies (92%), counted by new companies and founders listed on LinkedIn. Runner-ups were Austin, Seattle, San Francisco, and Chicago. Not bad company, Atlanta! The Southeastern startup economy is vibrant and only becoming more so. This Thursday, October 12th, we will release the 2023 BIP Ventures State of Startups in the Southeast(SM) report. Stay engaged for highlights this week and mark your calendar to get this annual investor and innovation report! Link to register for the report directly in the comments. #SOSU23 #StateofStartupsSoutheast #Startup #Atlanta #Innovation #Investment 🔗 https://buff.ly/3RQq420

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

Caitlin Reimers Brumme, CEO of MassChallenge, joined our panel last week for the release of our recommendations on how the state can better support entrepreneurship. 🔹Since the pandemic, Cait noted that what has changed is how entrepreneurs want to connect. Because of this, MassChallenge is experimenting with their entrepreneurs by offering open residency for their programs. 🔹The net migration from Massachusetts is a red flag, and more needs to be done to make Massachusetts an attractive place to live and work. 🔹The availability of venture investments and of talent are key factors for the success of startups. Read the full report at https://lnkd.in/ezt5tR4a

We are kicking off the New Year with our first Faces of the Ion of 2024. Allow us to introduce Jonathon Lewis! Jonathan is from Houston and is the Founder of JetQuest travel club. He began coming to the Ion in August 2022 and has since recruited his entire web/app development team based on the network he created here. With over $1 million in sales in the travel industry, JetQuest is a social travel club that curates the research, planning, and execution of group trips where you and other like-minded people experience a stress-free trip where all the work is done for you. Nearly all of Jonathon's mentors that are either part of a startup or are in the venture capital space, he has met through the Ion. "The Ion has given me a sense of community and a real network of people who understand my challenges as I bring JetQuest into the tech and start-up space. Because most people in the travel space don't know anything about startups, venture capital, or tech, I now have a thriving and supportive network I can learn from," Jonathon shares. When asked what advice he had for entrepreneurs looking to get involved in the Ion and the Houston entrepreneurial community, he says, "My advice to anyone looking to gain values from the Ion is to show up consistently and know exactly what you're here for. Don't come trying to make sales or get immediate gratification. Look to build real long-term relationships. Communicate what you do with everyone and stay active on LinkedIn. You will get exactly what you came here for!" #FacesOfTheIon #IonHouston #IonDistrict #IonHOU #Innovation #StartupLife #Startup #Entrepreneur #Houston #RiceUniversity